ENGLAND
5 DAYS from £315
Ilfracombe
North Devon’s Scenic Sights & Delights
Mediterranean Garden, RHS Garden Rosemoor © RHS Neil Hepworth
Our tour of North Devon features spectacular views, historic harbours and lush valleys as we visit some of the area’s most picturesque locations. Highlights include visits to the market town of Barnstaple, the beautiful RHS Garden Rosemoor and the water powered funicular at Lynton & Lynmouth.
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Day 1 Arrival We arrive at our hotel in time for dinner. Day 2 Bude & Barnstaple
This morning we travel along the dramatic north coast to the dramatic Cornish resort of Bude with it’s sweeping sandy beaches and canal. We enjoy free time for lunch here before returning to the charming market town of Barnstaple, the largest town in North Devon and located on the River Taw. The ancient town preserves a medieval character, and we have time to enjoy its points of interest, including the historic Pannier Market (open Tue-Sat). Its wide range of stalls offer everything from local produce, flowers and crafts, to fashion, prints and pictures. Day 3 Lynton & Lynmouth & Ilfracombe This morning, we spend time at leisure in the twin villages of Lynton and Lynmouth, where we can take the cliff railway from one to the other! The unique Victorian water powered funicular cliff lift (disabled access is limited) will transport us 500ft up and down to the villages, where we can explore their little independent shops selling local produce, gifts, arts and crafts. In the afternoon, we head to Ilfracombe, where we have free time to relax on the seafront and explore the attractions and picturesque natural harbour. HOW ABOUT? How about visiting the Tunnels Beaches. Hand carved in the 1820s, the network of tunnels provides a truly unique experience leading to sheltered beaches and a tidal Victorian bathing pool. Ask your Account Manager for details. Day 4 RHS Garden Rosemoor & Dartington Crystal This morning, we make our way to enchanting RHS Garden Rosemoor . Nestled in the Torridge Valley, the Rosemoor gardens are eye catching at any time of year with several gardens to explore, including the fragrant rose gardens, the brightly coloured Hot Garden, the Foliage Garden, Stone Garden and Exotic Garden to name but a few. We also have a 1-hour general garden tour . In the afternoon, we head to Dartington Crystal which is Britain’s only remaining Crystal manufacturer. You will experience the world-famous products being produced in the unique Factory Experience as well as discovering the fascinating history of the company and the industry within the Visitors Centre. Day 5 Departure After breakfast, we make our way home. INCLUSIONS • Entrance to RHS Garden Rosemoor with 1 hour guided tour • Factory Experience at Dartington Crystal
The Imperial Hotel Barnstaple, Devon plus (predicted)
Durrant House Hotel Bideford, Devon
Situated in the heart of Barnstaple and the perfect base for touring, the Imperial Hotel offers luxury accommodation, fine dining and attentive service. Plenty of places around the hotel are perfect for relaxing including the cosy Terrace Lounge. The 63 guest rooms with stylish interior design and furnishings offer ‘home from home’ space featuring free Wi-Fi, tea and coffee making facilities, luxury toiletries, hairdryer and safety deposit box. Other facilities include an award- winning restaurant, stylish bar and bistro and the use of leisure facilities including swimming pools at its sister hotel, the Barnstaple Hotel. • Lift in main hotel building • Coach parking onsite & free of charge 4 Nights Half Board Twin from £360pp Single Supplement from £92
Dating back to the 1800s and conveniently located just off the A39, the Durrant House Hotel enjoys views across the Taw Estuary. All 125 bedrooms are well furnished and tastefully decorated and all include TV, hairdryer and tea/ coffee making facilities. Dinner is served in the Sir Richard Restaurant or Venetian Ballroom and there is a welcoming bar where guests can enjoy a drink before dinner. The hotel has an outdoor swimming pool for use in the summer months (free to guests) as well as a spa, sauna and fitness room (fee applies). The hotel has 15 ground floor rooms that are accessed via 5 steps. • Ground floor rooms • In-house activities on 3 nights • Leisure facilities • Coach parking is on-site & free of charge 4 Nights Half Board Twin from £315pp No Single Supplement (max 4 incl driver)
Dartington Crystal
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