Whatever you want from your visit, I’m sure you will find something to interest you in and around Appledore.

Places of interest, including Bideford and Westward Ho and beautiful beaches such as Croyde, Saunton Sands and Instow are only a brief car journey away.

There are lovely walks and trails and the South-West infamous Tarka trail, which is Britain’s longest national trail path which you can see from the window over in Instow.

You can take boats trips and the ferry from the quay or if you want to go further, you can go on a boat from Bideford to see the seabirds and puffin colony at Lundy Island.

There are activity centres and a petting zoo, art galleries, craft and art events, shopping and restaurants.

Have a look at the ones l have listed and if you find a hidden gem I haven’t included, please let me know.

For even more information about the area check out:

https://www.stayindevon.co.uk/handbook/locals-guide-appledore