North Devon Events 2019
As well as what we have going on at Stowford (see Stowford Halloween Weekend 2019) there are a variety of different events happening here in North Devon this October – we’ve put together a roundup for you here: Calamity Jane 17th – 19th October – The Landmark Theatre Ilfracombe Choc Fest 19th and 20th October […]
Stowford Halloween Weekend 2019
This year instead of focusing on the Halloween party we have spread the fun over a whole weekend so that we cover October half term in different areas. The Halloween party has always been one of our most popular nights, and as usual we’re going all out to decorate our bars in a spooky […]
Stowford From the Sky
These amazing photos and videos were taken by David Brodie while he was staying at Stowford in August 2019. He has kindly agreed for us to share them with you so you can seen the beautiful area that we are based in. And here’s one you might like taken at Woolacombe beach.
Lorna Doone 150th Anniversary
This year marks the 150th anniversary of the classic local novel Lorna Doone by RD Blackmore. The novel was first published in 1869, but was set in 17th century Exmoor and follows John Ridd’s search for revenge over his father’s murder, and the chance meeting with beautiful Lorna Doone. Incorporating wonderful descriptions of the most remote and […]
North Devon Biosphere
Say hello to The North Devon Biosphere! Already wondering what we are talking about? The North Devon Biosphere is a reserved area comprised of terrestrial, marine and coastal ecosystems and is designed to secure a better future by linking people and nature together. Run by the UNESCO World Network of Biosphere Reserves, internationally there are […]
Devon D Day 2019
“We shall fight on the beaches, we shall fight on the landing grounds, we shall fight in the fields and in the streets, we shall fight in the hills; we shall never surrender.” Winston Churchill, 4th June 1940. One of the most recognisable quotes in English history, and here in North Devon we will be reliving the D Day experience […]
We’ve sprung a leak
June 2019 – We’re sorry to say that we’ve noticed some problems in our swimming pool recently which means that we will have to close it for a few days next week. The dates are 10th – 14th June inclusive so the pool will be up and running again on 15th June (we hope!)
Top 100 Sites 2020
Practical Caravan have recently opened voting for the Top 100 Sites 2020. We’re delighted to have been included in the top 100 touring sites every year recently and would really love to be in there again – but we need your help! We’d really appreciate votes from all our customers who have enjoyed their holidays […]
North Devon’s Best Beaches
You may have heard that Woolacombe beach was voted the best beach in the UK. It’s one of our favourites too, with 3 miles of glorious sands, and the blue flag award for clean water, it’s only 10/15 minutes drive from Stowford. There’s only one main road down into Woolacombe, then once you reach the seafront […]
