The Museum of Barnstaple and North Devon is the perfect way to find out more about North Devon. Our collections and displays cover the natural and human history of this beautiful part of the country. Highlights of the Museum include the Tarka Gallery, the Story of North Devon and the Regimental Collection of the Royal Devon Yeomanry.

It could be a war or a natural disaster on the other side of the world. It could be civil unrest in an authoritarian state or an election rally in an emerging democracy.

Country Cousins is one of the oldest 'English as a Foreign language' providers in England. We are a small family run business which has been providing high quality English educational visits to Junior students and families since 1951.

There is climbing for everyone at the Quay Climbing Centre, the South West's largest, dedicated indoor climbing wall.  The centre breathes new life into the Old Electricity Works, one of Exeter's most identifiable buildings where, at over 15 metres at the apex, the atrium provides a majestic space in which to climb.

The team at Nick Thorn Surf School have helped hundreds of people get into the water and experience the thrill of surfing their first wave. Our dedicated instructors provide a supportive environment where you can master the fundamentals of the sport in preparation for your future surfing adventures.

PDC was the inspiration of Jack Russell in 2000 and he remains a director to this day. The vision was to take the knowledge, skills and attitudes that he had acquired over the previous two decades and to share these with people both in their work and social life.

The Museum is run by Mortehoe Heritage Trust, a registered charity managed by local people. It is situated in the heart of the cliff-top village of Mortehoe, 1.5 miles north of Woolacombe on the coastal road. Entry is through the village Car Park opposite Mortehoe Post Office.

Only recently acquired by the National Trust, little is known about the history of this mysterious Iron Age fort.

Situated above the beautiful village of Musbury this impressive fortification offers stunning views of the rural beauty of the Axe valley and out towards one of our houses, Shute Barton.

Powderham Castle is located in a unique, picturesque setting just outside Exeter, beside the Exe estuary. Six hundred years of history are contained within the walls of one of England's oldest family homes. Sir Philip Courtenay began building it in 1391 and it has remained in the same family to this day, currently home to the 18th Earl & Countess of Devon. 

Long an important historic centre, today Hemyock Castle offers a warm welcome for Visitors, Schools, and Groups.

The privately owned site is a scheduled Ancient Monument, opened to the public on Bank Holiday Mondays (2 to 5 pm) between Easter and September. Schools and groups are welcome to arrange special visits.

Set in over 28 acres of spectacular, sub tropical gardens within the North Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, The Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park,has been giving great enjoyment to its customers for 27 years.