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North Devon Coast and Exmoor
The countryside of Somerset and North Devon is as varied as any in Europe.
Secluded coves, sand dunes and wide sandy beaches, washed by powerful
Atlantic waves, make the area a top choice for beach lovers – families and
surfers alike. The windswept moorlands of Exmoor National Park are bordered
by grassy clifftops which run along the dramatic coastline. Here and there a
patchwork of fields covers gently rolling hillsides dotted with thick woods
and crossed by clean and swift-flowing streams. The interior is dotted with
small towns and pretty villages. All of this route lies is prime walking country,
with spectacular coastal paths and a network of trails inland.
BACK ROADS GREAT BRITAIN
ACTIVITIES
Catch a vintage steam train through the Somerset
countryside from Washford
Indulge in a Devon cream tea – soft scones topped with
thick clotted cream and fruity strawberry jam
Explore Exmoor on foot and enjoy outstanding views from
Dunkery Beacon, its highest point
Cycle along the scenic Tarka Trail, part of Cycle Route 27
which runs from Ilfracombe to Barnstaple
Ride the wild Atlantic rollers at Woolacombe Bay by hiring
a wet suit and body board
Go bargain-hunting for crafts and antiques in Barnstaple’s
airy and atmospheric Pannier Market
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Drive route
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