To book call Mortehoe Museum 01271 870028 or Woolacombe Tourist Board 01271 870553. Taking a ride on a covered tractor with a local guide is a great way to see the stunning coastline around Mortehoe no matter what the weather! Not only is the scenery amazing but the local guide can tell you all about the history and wildlife of the coastline and tales of the wrecking that went on from the cliffs below.
The South West Coast Path runs right through Woolacombe providing wonderful coastal walks to the East towards Mortehoe and Ilfracombe and the West towards Baggie Point and Croyde.
Hunter surf school could not be easier to find, it’s located right on the beach and all My Favourite Cottages guests get discounted lessons (£30.00 instead of £38.00) and 10% off all board and wet suite hire. You can also go “Coasteering” with a guide and SUP Tours (stand up paddle boarding).
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Woolacombe is a coastal village in North Devon, England. It is known for its beautiful beaches and coastal walks, making it the perfect destination for a weekend getaway. Here are some ideas for how to spend your time in Woolacombe:
The best way to see Woolacombe and the surrounding coastline is from the air, so why not try Tandem Hang-Gliding from the hills above Woolacombe and Putsborough. Take-off with a trusted pilot and soar above the cliffs, beach and sea above Woolacombe.
Featured on Blue Peter and BBC Holiday Programme, Woolacombe Riding Stables is nestled in a pretty valley at Eastacott Farm and guests can ride over 200 acres of the farm estate and the sand dunes and 3 mile stretch of sandy beach at Woolacombe.
The Neo Cinema is pure luxury with large, sumptuous seats, drinks tables and the best quality sound and vision. So, relax with a glass of wine and settle down to watch your favourite film, oh and you can take the kids if you really have to!
The Borough Farm sheepdog and Falconry displays take place every Weds throughout the Summer, starting on May 27th at 6pm. David Kennard of “Mist - Sheepdog Tales” TV series fame, will put on amazing display sheepdog displays. Martin Simkins has been putting on displays with his incredible birds of prey, including “Stig” a lightning fast Falcon, Charlotte a beautiful Bengal Eagle owl, Harris Hawks, Kestrels and the charming “Boris” the Little Owl.
Whatever your age and whatever you’re into, Woolacombe has something for everyone. The award-winning beach which stretches for 3 miles all the way to Putsborough and the majestic Baggy Point, offers surfers the best waves in the UK as well as safe, Life Guarded swimming for children and Grand-Parents alike. The coastal paths either side of the town provide wonderful walks and you can even ride a horse on the beach courtesy of the local riding school. For the more adventurous there is paragliding and hand-gliding from the cliffs above the beach. The town has a luxury cinema and loads of fun attractions for the children, like pot-painting and crazy golf. There are fantastic pubs and restaurants to suit all ages and pockets.
Woolacombe has a welcombe for everyone of all ages and incomes. You go camping or stay in one of the lovely holiday resorts in a chalet or book into a luxury holiday cottage or one of the luxury apartments on the front. People will love the golden sandy beach and the beautiful coastal footpaths, so find your perfect place to stay and enjoy everything Woolacombe has to offer.
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