Devonshire Delight

Come to Devon and stay in the lovely Bideford at Durrant House Hotel, Family Run Hotel. Time to explore Bideford and the local attractions/places on the coach excursions included.

 

Sample Itinerary,

Day One - Travel to Bideford and check in at hotel.

Day Two - Coach Excursion

Day Three - Coach Excursion

Day Four - Day at Leisure in Bideford.

Day Five - Return Home

 

Places may visit and enjoy,

 

Lynton & Lynmouth

 

Lynton & Lynmouth is a picturesque coastal resort located in North Devon, England. With its stunning natural beauty, rich history, and diverse range of attractions and events, Lynton & Lynmouth is the perfect destination for those seeking a unique and unforgettable holiday experience. From the world-famous Lynton & Lynmouth Cliff Railway, the Lynmouth Regatta & Maritime Festival or a local market, there is something for everyone in this charming seaside town.

 

Cliff Railway (Optional) - The famous Lynton and Lynmouth funicular Cliff Railway opened in 1890 and is the highest and the steepest totally water powered railway in the world! This historic funicular Cliff Railway is bronze winner of Devon’s Large Attraction of the Year 2018. The Cliff Railway connects the twin towns of Lynton and Lynmouth providing stunning coastal views that will be the highlight of any visit. This working heritage railway is grade II listed, the UK’s only fully water powered railway and one of just three examples left in the World!

 

 

Barnstaple

The largest town in North Devon is Barnstaple on the River Taw. This ancient town was granted its charter in 930 AD by King Aethelstan - the grandson of Alfred the Great. It lies to the north of Dartmoor and to the west of the beautiful Exmoor National Park. There are some lovely beaches not far away around Saunton and Woolacombe.

 

The town was a prosperous place in the past, at one time a major port particularly for the American trade. It remains a thriving market town with a traditional Pannier Market. Today Barnstaple has a partly pedestrianised centre and features many fine buildings and attractive narrow streets and alleys. The oldest surviving part of town is the Norman mound and remnants of the original Norman castle wall can still be seen. There is also the ornate Queen Anne’s Walk and the 13th century Long Bridge. Close by is the Museum of North Devon.

 

Barnstaple is a good base from which to explore Tarka Country and the 180 mile Tarka Trail. It is possible to walk or cycle along a stretch of the trail or take a trip by rail along the scenic Tarka Line.

 

Woolacombe.

With its’ 3 mile stretch of golden sands, great waves and stunning coastal footpath, Woolacombe really does have something for everyone! Families enjoy splashing about in the sea with bodyboards, building sandcastles, playing beach games, exploring the rockpools for marine life, and indulging in icecreams, whilst others stroll along the dramatic coast path, bird watching and seal spotting or surfing the great waves that roll in from the Atlantic.

Durrant House Hotel, Bideford

 

Welcome to the Durrant House Hotel, the largest and most well-equipped hotel in Bideford. Boasting 125 comfortable bedrooms, a fine dining restaurant and a beauty salon on-site, the Durrant House Hotel has everything you need for a relaxing and enjoyable stay in North Devon.

 

Conveniently located just off of the A39 Atlantic Highway, the Durrant House Hotel enjoys superb views toward North Devon’s Taw Estuary and the Countryside.

 

Westward Ho!, Appledore and Bideford town centre are all just a 5-minute drive away, making it the perfect base to explore Devon’s glorious rugged coastlines, golden beaches, famous golf courses, and lush green countryside.

 

The Durrant House Hotel offers a superb range of accommodation in Bideford. Whether you’re looking for a standard room for a family holiday, a luxury suite for a romantic break, or a wedding venue with guest accommodation, the Durrant House Hotel will not disappoint.