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Active Exmoor   website
Active Exmoor sports tourism

Afra Al-Kahira   website
Professional Middle Eastern Dancer and Teacher

Appledore Maritime Players   website
Appledore Amateur Dramatics Society

Appledore Sails   website
Charter sailing in the Torridge Taw Estuary, Bristol Channel and beyond
Appledore Sails offers three types of sailing:
1) Short trips around the picturesque Torridge Taw Estuary just for yourselves     on an Appledore built two masted traditional lugger, 'Jez-y-belle'.
2) Privately charter 'Patron', a 31 foot skippered yacht, for short trips, for a day     trip to Lundy or Clovelly, for a weekend or longer.
3) Hire a RYA qualified commercial offshore yacht master
----- to move your boat from one port or country to another
----- to skipper your own charter holiday yacht anywhere in the world you         fancy while you learn to sail, relax, or just enjoy
----- for training on your own boat.
Appledore Sails caters for
----- those who have never been on a sailing boat before and who would like the       adventure of sailing for the first time, either in the estuary or out to sea.
----- those wishing to go out for a few hours, the day, for a few days or longer.
----- those who wish for a gentle sail as well as those who wish to experience       the strong tidal conditions found in the Bristol Channel.
----- experienced sailors who wish to build miles and night passages before       undertaking their Yachtmaster Exams, or even experience sailing round       the notorious Land's End and the Lizard!


Arlington Court   website
An award winning National Trust mansion, designed by Thomas Lee, built in 1820

Barnstaple TaeKWon-Do   website
ITF Taekwondo, martial arts

BikeTrail Cycle Hire   website
cycle hire outlets in Lynton and Yelland cover the most spectacular and varied North Devon scenery

Blakewell Water Gardens Centre & Fishery   website
Commercial fish farm and water garden centre - includes fly fishing, tea rooms, angling, water garden and water plants

Blazing Sounds, Ilfracombe and District Youth Band   website
For young people in Ilfracombe and surrounding villages, playing brass, woodwind or percussion instruments.

Central Cinema Barnstaple   website

Coastal Painting Holidays and Painting Workshops   website
Learn to paint on North Devon's scenic coast with professional artist Steve PP
Coastal Art for sale
Driftwood Art for sale
Hand Painted House Numbers and Signs
Pipi Tikis
Surf Art For Sale

Cobbaton Combat Collection   website
The Collection is the result of one man's obsession for collecting militaria from tin hats to tanks

Combe Martin Bowling Club   website
Bowling Club on the North Devon coast

Clovelly   website
One of the World's unique villages

Cyclists Touring Club   website
Devon CTC is one of over 200 local groups of the Cyclists' Touring Club with over 850 members. There are Seven active sections in the area who all have regular rides and events. Exeter. Torbay. S.Dartmoor. South Hams. Plymouth. Tavistock.
Cyclists Touring Club North Devon  
website
Cyclists Touring Club Plymouth  
website

Dartington Crystal   website
Dartington Crystal has become one of the Westcountry's leading tourist attractions. The Factory in Torrington receives over a quarter of a million visitors each year

Devon Wildlife Trust (DWT)   website
Concerned with all aspects of wildlife conservation in the county
Barnstaple and District Local Group   website

EBO Adventure   website
Adventure Centre, Surf School

E & L Insurance   website
Insure all the following
Caravans, Buildings and Contents, Weddings, Dogs and Cats, Medical Equipment, Leisure Equipment, Electrical Equipment, Horses, Student Possessions

Everything Exmoor   website
Everything Exmoor is a free encyclopaedia, built by the community and business of Exmoor offering information on every aspect of life in the Exmoor National Park. It gathers knowledge of Exmoor in one place and signposts readers to web sites containing more detailed information.

Exmoor Border Morris   website
History and activities of local morris dance team

Exmoor Brass Rubbing Centre   website
One of the UK’s largest collections of replica monumental brasses, with English military brasses, highly-decorated examples from Europe, heraldic animal brasses and rubbing plates of local scenes, celtic knotwork designs and the unique range of Egyptian designs.

Exmoorbreaks   website
Activities & accommodation in Exmoor

Exmoor Caravans   website
Caravan recyclers based just outside of Barnstaple in North Devon. Supply good quality used spare parts for the average caravaner, the trade and the self builder. Also buy and sell good used tourers. Secure caravan storage on concrete hard standing with good access to the A361 - North Devon Link road

Exmoor Steam Railway & Gardens   website
Pure Nostalgia for all the Family

Exmoor Zoo   website
Specialising in smaller and friendlier creatures, both inside and outside enclosures - you will be glad you visited

Filleigh Village Hall   website
Dances, Private Functions, Concerts, Conferences, Parties, Public Meetings, Wedding Receptions

Fishing Afloat in North Devon   website
Fishing related web sites

Fishing In North Devon   website
Local fishing infomation site with live web cam, fishing location chart, detailed weather section, tide times, bait info, pictures and much more.

GoldCoast Oceanfest North Devon UK   website
Extreme sport and music lifestyle festival part of the North Devon Festival 16 17 18 June 2006

HATS - Holsworthy Amateur Theatrical Society   website
HATS is an amateur theatrical Society in Holsworthy, North Devon. We put on plays and pantomimes and run our own HATS Theatre - for both our productions and events run by the local community. We serve the local community by putting on productions and by providing a 250 seat HATS Theatre in Bodmin Street Holsworthy for use by various organisations in the local community.

Ilfracombe Princess   website
Spectacular Wildlife and Coastal Cruises aboard one of the most technologically advanced passenger vessels in the UK.
The boat can take up to 100 passengers in comfort. We especially welcome group bookings for special functions which can be tailored to your requirements or to enjoy one of your trips. We are available for private hire and charter. We can be hired by the hour. We can also provide refreshments if required.

Jessica Hettie   website
27' Starfish 8 - 170Hp - Fully licensed - Fastest charter boat to Lundy
Based in Clovelly, North Devon only 1 hour from Lundy Island, take a trip aboard the Jessica Hettie. Owned by Clive Pearson, one of the area's most experienced diving skippers. Shorter coastal trips, including Hartland Point Lighthouse, by arrangement. See the abundant wildlife and swim with the friendly seals (young children at adults discretion).

Keypitts Stables and Quads   website
Quad Biking, Horse Riding,
4X4 Driving, Raider Karts,
Thunderball, Paintball and more

Konkorde Model Flying Club   website
Radio controlled model flying in North Devon

Lee House Marquees   website
Based near Barnstaple North Devon, offers a complete marquee hire service throughout Devon and the South West.

Leisure Centres   website
   North Devon Leisure Centre  
    Seven Brethren Bank Barnstaple   website
   Torridge Pool  
    Churchill Way, Northam, Bideford   website
   Holsworthy Leisure Centre  
    Well Park, Holsworthy   website
    Ilfracombe Swimming Pool  
    Hillsborough Road, Ilfracombe   website
    Torrington Pool  
    School Lane, Torrington   website

Livemap Devon   website
The Definitive What's On Guide for Live Events throughout Devon

Loyton Lodge. Morebath, Tiverton   website
Country House Party and Luxury Weekend Break Conference venues in Devon on the Somerset border surrounded by rural beauty of Exmoor. We provide Clay Pigeon Shooting Holidays and special offers for group accommodation at Loyton Lodge. Loyton can accommodate up to 20 people in 10 double rooms (twin options available) each with its own en-suite bathroom and a greenview. Loyton provides a great and adaptable venue for an increasingly varied range of events. Beyond shooting parties, this House Party environment is a terrific way to entertain and accommodate up to twenty family and friends in honour of any special occasion. An excellent location for Meetings or Exhibitions, Cocktail Parties and Weddings. The large dining room can be used for conferences or the smaller breakfast room for more intimate gatherings.
  Lynton & Barnstaple Railway   website
The Lynton & Barnstaple Railway in North Devon, is one of the world's most famous and picturesque narrow gauge railways. Passengers can now travel by steam train along part of the original route within the Exmoor National Park above the Heddon Valley near Parracombe. The opening of this first phase of the new line now allows visitors to experience a taste of what will eventually become one of the ultimate heritage railway experiences of the world!

Lynton Picture Palace   website
All the latest films will be screened approximately two weeks after their first release date

Marwood Hill Gardens   website
20 acres of beautiful gardens and three lakes in a valley setting with Plant Centre and Garden Tea Room
Marwood Hill is open daily from 9.30 - 5.30 (closed Christmas Day)
The Plant Centre and Garden Tea Room are open March - October

Mullacott Equestrian Centre   website
Horse riding and Pony trekking, Quad biking and Carriage Driving in the beautiful Devon countryside

North Devon Angling Centre   website
Top Bait `N` Tackle, Barnstaple

North Devon Badminton   website

North Devon Farm Park   website
Animals, Play, Museums, Cream Teas, Rides, Nature, Fishing

North Devon Premier Fantasy League   website
Football Fantasy League

North Devon Gazette Whats on   website

North Devon Rocket Club   website
The aim of the club, is to have fun, build and launch your own rockets, or watch others launch their rockets, all ages are welcome, those under 14 years of age, should be with a parent or guardian, the club is open to scout and girl guide organisations, sea and air cadets, youth clubs and schools.

North Devon Theatres   website
North Devon Theatres produces a stranded arts and entertainment programme featuring drama, classical music, opera, children’s shows, popular music (including rock, jazz, folk and roots), contemporary dance, ballet, amateur shows, visual arts, community events and cinema

North Devon Yoga Centre   website
Yoga for everyone, come and enjoy the heart of yoga with us. Classes for every level and every age. Experienced teachers, friendly classes.

Ocean Backpackers Activities   website
With nearly forty activities ranging from the individual-based like paragliding to team-based like paint-balling, the choice is vast, catering for everyone from the mellow walker to the full-on adrenalin freak

Owl Barn Livery   website
Quality equine livery in North Devon
Our eight stables and outdoor sand school are set in 20 acres of pasture.
Our fields are divided into four paddocks which we rotate in order to keep the ground and grass in top condition. We offer a variety of equestrian services including: DIY Livery, Part Livery, Full Livery, Grass Livery, Holiday accommodation for horses and sand school Hire.
Our relaxed, clean and friendly yard will make your equestrian dream come true.

Poniesdevon   website
Friendly, fun, local site with ponies for sale/loan/wanted, calendar dates, tack for sale/swap/wanted, favourite rides, lifts wanted & offered, Hatherleigh horse & pony auction dates, Dartmoor Pony Training Centre link, livery and grazing available and wanted etc . Other useful numbers to come such as farriers, equine dentists, hay/straw supplies.

Project: Dance   website
Dance school teaching throughout North Devon
Project:Dance offer classes and private lessons in the following dance styles: Wedding dance specials and choreography, Tap dance, Modern ballroom, Latin American, Rock and Roll, Line dancing, Salsa Street, Hip hop, Modern sequence, Classical (old-time)
There's bound to be a style, if not more than one, that you will enjoy. Give one style a go, and if that's not right for you, try another. We welcome complete beginners and improvers alike

Rescue Day 2011  Ilfracombe Pier
Wednesday August 10th 2011. 10:00 – 16:00
More information at Ilfracombe Round Table website
South West Birdman 2011 Sunday 31st July website
Rescue Day 2011. Wed 10th August Ilfracombe Pier website
Britain’s biggest emergency services live charity display day

RHS Garden Rosemoor   website
Set deep in the lovely North Devon countryside, RHS Garden Rosemoor has now come of age as a garden of national importance

Ruda Holiday Park, Croyde Bay   website
Voted Best Holiday Park In The West Country, Ruda has its own spectacular Blue Flag sandy beach and tropical adventure pool with 230ft flume.  Stunning timber lodges and beachside apartments.

Sailcats   website
Catamaran Sailing Adventures
Experience the thrill of a performance sailing catamaran.
Fly a hull, trapeze from the wire and surf the swell in the safe and sheltered waters of the Taw and Torridge estuary.
We will introduce you to the techniques required to sail a modern performance vessel with plenty of time to take in the view. No experience necessary. Expert tuition
Safe sheltered sailing area. Equipment provided.
  also Coastal Yacht Charters

Skern Lodge Outdoor Activity Centre   website
Outdoor Activities, Field Studies, Training and Events
Adults and children alike will find fun, challenge, inspiration and laughter at Skern. Enjoy an outdoor activity programme to meet all of your needs, whether you are -
1) A school looking for an educational experience outside of the classroom or a course focussing on geography field studies;
2) Family or friends after a holiday or day of outdoor activities;
3) Trying to find something to do in the school holidays;
4) A hen or stag party or just a group of adults looking for some outdoor fun;
5) A parent after a safe, secure and energising summer camp where your children can meet individuals and discover new things;
6) An organised group or club;
7) Wanting to join a group or have some personal coaching to learn or improve your skills in kayaking, surfing or climbing;
8) or a company, college or youth training scheme, planning a team building, training and development programme using the outdoors

South Molton Film Society   website
A great way to see new films on the real big screen!

South Molton Swimming Pool   website

St. George's House, Georgeham   website
Residential Outdoor Activity Centre for Children & Young People

Studio Theatre Ilfracombe   website
Theatrical group staging performances at Ilfracombe College and the Landmark Theatre

Summerlands Fishing Tackle   website
Great Fishing Tackle. Great Prices

Tamar Shooting Ground   website
Clay Pigeon Shooting

Tarka Tennis Centre   website
Tarka Tennis Centre was built in February 2003 at a cost of 4.5 million.
Tarka boasts 6 indoor courts and 6 outdoor floodlit. Two of the outdoor courts are clay courts. There is also a basketball court, mini court and tennis wall outside. Rackets and balls can be bought at tarka. There are rackets for mini players, juniors and adults. Balls and grips can be bought and there is a stringing service available. Rackets can be hired if players don't have their own.

Tarka Trail Cycle Hire   website
Enjoy the peace and quiet, the Scenic Beauty & Safety of the Tarka Trail. Up to 21 Miles of level scenic Traffic Free Cycle Track

The Big Sheep   website
One of the Westcountry's premiere indoor adventure playgrounds for children of all ages from 1 to 100

The Blue Motors of Exmoor   website
Heritage coach hire and excursions

The Gnome Reserve & Wild Flower Garden   website
Set amid truly rural countryside between Bideford and Bude just 7 miles from the Devon Cornwall border. the 4 acre Reserve comprises woodland, stream, 30 yard pond, meadow and garden - home to 1000+ gnomes and pixies, and about 250 labelled species of wild flowers, herbs, grasses and ferns.

The Milky Way Adventure Park   website

The Plough Arts Centre, Torrington   website

The Steve Tucker All Star Jazz Band   website
The official website of the Steve Tucker All Star Jazz Band. Popular Swing Jazz and Romantic Ballads to New Orleans Classics
The All Stars are leading West Country exponents of popular traditional jazz and blues, playing at numerous jazz venues, festivals, weddings and private functions.
The All Stars are guaranteed to get your party into full swing. With a wide range of jazz songs to suit all tastes and styles, listen or dance to the band; they're going to get your feet tapping with jives and spirituals, romantic ballads to blues and boogie.
With over twenty weddings a year and many special party functions the band are very experienced and professional in their approach.
The band are more than happy to discuss in detail your special day, giving advice or making suggestions to make your event memorable and very unique to you.

The Team Building Company   website
Mobile team building and fun activities at venues across North Devon
Team Building Activities. Team Driving Activities. Family Fun Days. Field Sports Activities. Evening Entertainment

The Yarner Trust   website
Charity promoting sustainable and creative living

Time for Life   website
Community Mentoring Service for the over 50s in Devon
Get more out of life. Explore new experiences. Get out and about. Make new friends. Learn new skills.
Community mentoring is a free service for people aged 50 or over who is living in Devon and who feel they have had some kind of a down turn in their lives, perhaps because of bereavement, disability or illness either themselves or sometimes because of caring responsibilities for someone in their family. Our aim is to help you choose, find and enjoy activities and social opportunities to re-build confidence and enjoyment of life. We tackle isolation, loss of confidence and downturns in life with a healthy living approach, tailoring solutions and opportunities to an individual's needs and wishes.
Time for Life also offers community development services, providing groups and activities throughout Devon.

Toilet Hire South West   website
portable Event Toilet Hire

Watermouth Castle & Family Theme Park   website
A unique family attraction where a whole day can be spent enjoying the entertainment and fun designed for all ages

Waverley Excursions   website
Pleasure cruises aboard ships


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