Mortehoe
Mortehoe, is 4 hours from London on an average day. It is right on the tip to the West of Ilfracombe. The nearest train station is Barnstaple (25 mins).

Mortehoe is a picturesque village with 3 pubs, a bakery, chippie, restaurant, post office, garage, delicatessen and a Church (featured in Simon Jenkins’recent book).

Walking
In addition to dramatic walks both inland and along the coast, the area has many attractions. The Mortehoe Heritage centre has an excellent exhibition of maritime history.

Walking Festival in North Devon
Self-guided walks in North Devon

Useful Links:
To buy walking sticks online please try

www.sticks.org

Cycling
With such unspoilt areas of countryside, charming villages and varied landscapes, visitors are encouraged to leave their cars at home and discover Devon on their bikes.

Cycling in North Devon
Tarka Trail Cycle Hire

Pubs and Restaurants
Mortehoe village has 3 pubs, a bakery, chippie, restaurant.

Pubs in Mortehoe
Woolacombe and Mortehoe - Food and Drink
Food & Drink in the Surrounding Area

Surfing
Woolacombe bay is famous for its sands and its surf.

Surfing in Devon (BBC)
The Surf School
Nick Thorn Hunter Surf Academy
North Devon Beaches

Lundy Island
The ferry to Lundy Island leaves from nearby Ilfracombe.

Lundy Island

Fun for kids
Wildlife and nature.

Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park
The Mortehoe Heritage Centre
Exmoor Zoo

Golf
There are several golf courses and watersport centres a short drive away.

Golf Clubs in North Devon
Saunton Golf Club
Devon Sports
Other Sports around North Devon