Solar & Stargazing on Exmoor and in North Devon: Where Daylight Wonders Meet Dark‑Sky Magic
Exmoor and North Devon offer a rare combination: expansive skies for solar viewing by day and some of Europe’s darkest, clearest skies for stargazing by night. Few places in the UK offer such impressive viewing conditions. Whether you are a seasoned astronomer or simply enjoy the sense of wonder that comes from looking up, this corner of the South-West is an exceptional destination. Daytime Astronomy: Solar Viewing on Exmoor and in North Devon Solar astronomy
Eating Out in North Devon: Dog-Friendly Favourites
Springtime in North Devon is truly delightful, providing the ideal opportunity to explore the region’s scenic beaches, rolling countryside and sample outstanding local cuisine. From hearty home-cooked meals to tasty snacks, there are plenty of welcoming establishments where you and your dog will feel right at home. Here are some of our top picks for dog-friendly places to eat in North Devon: The New Inn, Goodleigh (near Barnstaple) At The New Inn, Justin and Julia
Early Spring Escapes: Our Top Tips for March Magic in North Devon
March is a truly special time to visit North Devon. The countryside begins to wake from its winter rest, hedgerows burst into colour, lambs skip across green fields, and the coast feels wonderfully peaceful before the summer buzz arrives. If you’re looking for a refreshing early spring break, here are some of our top tips for inspirational experiences; March might just be the perfect time to book your North Devon farm holiday. 1.
Winter Wonders in North Devon & Exmoor: Your Farm Holiday Awaits
Winter Wonders in North Devon & Exmoor with The North Devon and Exmoor Farm Holiday Group Welcome the Cosy Season on the Farm As autumn leaves give way to crisp winter air, North Devon and Exmoor transform into a wonderland of frosty mornings, sparkling landscapes, and warm farm hospitality. For those seeking a peaceful escape before the festive rush, November and December are the perfect months to savour the authentic countryside experience with the North
Autumn Ideas….
Every autumn we look forward to stunning sunsets, dark skies and stargazing. Most of our farms are close to Exmoor part of The International Dark Sky Reserve. https://www.exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk/exmoor-for-everyone/stargazing-and-dark-skies/exmoor-dark-skies-festival This year the festival is from the 17th October – 2nd November and lots of events are happening. The autumn season brings out the beautiful colours of nature with stunning views over moorland and coastline, crisp walks through ancient woodland trails. Return home after breathing the fresh sea air, enjoy a relaxing
Why North Devon is Simply Magical in the Summer
When summer rolls into North Devon, something truly special happens. The rollinghills, wild moorlands, and dramatic coastlines come to life under the sun, offering aslice of paradise for every kind of adventurer, beach lover, and nature seeker.From the golden sands of Woolacombe and Croyde to the secret coves tucked alongthe Hartland Peninsula, North Devon boasts some of the finest beaches in the UK.Whether you’re catching waves, building sandcastles, or simply relaxing with a goodbook, there’s no better place to soak
SUMMER IS HERE!
Summer is here and hay harvest is going well. The weather has beenkind in many ways to us farmers and hard in others. Long spells of dry weatherhas enabled the work to be done with little pressure but the amount of yield islow due to the lack of rain right from the start of the year. The patchwork of the fields in North Devon is at its best at the moment and visitors can experiencevistas
OUR FAMOUS NORTH DEVON LANES
One of the joys of visiting North Devon and Exmoor in June are our wonderfulrural lanes with their abundance of wild flowers, it really is well worth whileventuring off the beaten track just to experience this delight. These lanes were created hundreds of years ago, initially stone banks withhedging on top , but over the years, before the introduction of tarmac, wintermud would be shovelled out of the lane on top of the hedge, thus
ARE YOU SALTED?
The Salt Path by Raynor Winn tells the moving story of Raynor and her husband, Moth, who hit the South-West Coast Path after losing everything. Along the way, Exmoor’s stunning cliffs, hidden coves, and sweeping moorland became their place of healing and inspiration.
Having read the book and now seen the film, I want to share with you the sense of belonging and connection it creates with our fabulous North Devon & Exmoor like it is “Our” story! It focuses on our fantastic coastal path where the moor meets the sea, but if you are thinking of coming to stay in North Devon, the film gives you a magical introduction to the whole area.
With 120 miles plus of the SW coast path in our area alone, it is a must for the avid walker and many of the scenes from the film are so close to and even run past many of our properties!
