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North Devon Coast

A coast of contrasts Ilfracombe is a stunning coastal town with white washed houses, grand Victorian villas and terraces. Nestling between the National Park of Exmoor to the East and the golden coast to the West. A resort that also has a contemporary edge from its top class restaurants and galleries, to its theatre.

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Your Itinerary

Monday 5th: Sit back and relax as we travel via the motorways into North Devon and onto Ilfracombe for four nights at the Osborne Hotel. Whilst porters take care of your luggage you will have the opportunity to settle into your new surroundings before evening meal is served.

Tuesday 6th: A day at leisure to explore the delights of Ilfracombe, the leading holiday resort in North Devon. It sits snugly amongst the rugged cliffs of the Atlantic coast, and has a charming natural harbour and elegant Victorian architecture. This charming resort has been a consistent winner of Britain in Bloom with colourful displays brightening up streets and seafront.

Wednesday 7th: A full day tour through Exmoor National Park with stunning landscapes, wilderness and tranquillity, and the glimpse of wild red deer or the native Exmoor pony are just a couple of the delights that make Exmoor special. Our first destination is the twin towns of Lynmouth and Lynton which offer the best of both worlds, a breath of sea air and wonderful scenery, continuing through the national park and on to Minehead.

Thursday 8th: Today is market day in Barnstaple and we make our way to the town to explore the famous pannier market and elegant buildings, Atlantic Indoor Shopping Centre and Butchers Row. We return via the lovely seaside resort of Woolacombe with its wonderful sandy beach.

Friday 9th: We depart after breakfast for our journey north and homeward.

Osborne Hotel, Ilfracombe **

The Osborne Hotel is centrally situated close to Ilfracombe’s High Street and it is within
easy reach of the resort’s entertainments, shops, beaches and harbour. This popular hotel
offers a very warm welcome for its guests with attentive service and excellent cuisine.
Hotel facilities include a lift*, restaurant and lounge bar and there is nightly entertainment.
All bedrooms have en-suite bathroom, TV and tea/coffee maker. Kindly note that there are
five steps to gain access to the hotel. *(The lift only serves the first 3 floors, the 4th
floor is accessed via stairs from the 3rd floor)

Your Tour Includes

All Travel By Executive Extended Legroom Coach
Four Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast
Excursions as Detailed
Happy Hour drink promotion between 17.30 and 18.30 (on selected drinks)
Three Nights Live Entertainment
Porterage

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