Lynmouth (c) John Bointon, Flickr (CC BY 2.0)
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Ranging from rocky and windy walkways along the South West Coast Path to the sandy beaches on the picturesque coastline, the district of North Devon is one of the prettiest coastal areas in the South West of England. In no particular order, here are 11 of the prettiest villages in the district of North Devon
Known as “England’s Little Switzerland”, Lynton is a Victorian town that consists of cafes, tea rooms and small shops. Lying beneath the cliffs of Lynton, the coastal village of Lynmouth is quieter than Lynton, where visitors are able to wander between the ‘chocolate box’ fishing cottages and admire the scenery at the harbour.
The Valley of Rocks (c) j.e.mcgowan, Flickr (CC BY 2.0)
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Whether you’re up on Dartmoor, gazing down on the seaside from the South West Coast Path or visiting one of our stunning stately homes, breathtaking views are all around our county. We’ve picked 23 places where you can get Devon’s best views
Start your photogenic jaunt around Ilfracombe by first walking up Capstone Parade and taking in panoramic views of the Bristol Channel and back down over the town from the cliff tops. Follow the Parade round back down to sea level to reach Damien Hirst s iconic statue dramatically welcoming ships into Ilfracombe Harbour.
If there’s one thing Devon can do well, it’s play host to a picnic. With an abundance of hidden areas and beautiful locations, Devon screams out to be explored. We’ve picked 11 spots that are ideal for exploration and picnicking
Best surf spots in the UK
Best surf spots in the UK
26th Jul 2011 12:00am | By TNT Today Top five surfing spots in the UK.
Newquay, Cornwall
Newquay is the surf capital of the UK thanks to its gnarly tubes and bitchin’ breaks. Located in Cornwall – a five-hour drive from London – the town boasts 11 sandy beaches over a seven-mile coastline. Experienced surfers head to Newquay’s biggest beach, Fistral, pictured above, which hosts high-profile competitions such as the UK Pro Surf Tour. You’ll have plenty of room to spread out from fellow surfers, and non-surfers can enjoy a swim.