Explore the very best of North Devon
Get the most from your stay at The Barnstaple Hotel and explore Barnstaple and the surrounding areas of North Devon. Enjoy a break filled with adventure, outstanding attractions and beautiful beaches all at your fingertips. A stay with us unlocks a whole lot more, let us exceed your expectations when it comes to a break nestled in the South West.
Exclusive GuestDiscounts
We love to treat our guests, and part of that is giving you ways to make the most of your visit to North Devon. We feel everyone should enjoy all that the area has to offer which is why we've teamed up with North Devon attractions to offer you discounts throughout your visit.
Discover theBarnstaple Collection
As our guest, you have access to some exclusive North Devon discounts and benefits through our Barnstaple Collection. Enjoy an array of discounted dining across our sister hotels from cocktails, to lunches and afternoon teas, there's a discount for everyone.
Discover a stay full of Devon Charm
To give you a helping hand at getting the most out of your stay, we've pulled together a list of some of the most enchanting things to do. Make the most of your time in North Devon and the surrounding area by exploring all the area has to offer.
RHS Rosemoor Gardens
Distance: 13.4 Miles [26 Minutes]
Receive £8 entry instead of £15.85 when you stay with us
At Rosemoor gardens, you can enjoy 65-acres of beautifully planted flower beds, set within a pretty wooded valley.
Race World Go-Karting
Distance: 56.3 Miles [1 Hour 12 Minutes]
10% off when you stay with us
Race World Go-Karting track is Exeter's very best indoor racing track! With a 400m circuit, flyover bridge, state-of-the-art equipment.
Croyde Bay Surf Hire
Distance: 9.6 Miles [21 Minutes]
Croyde Bay Surf Hire stocks a selection of surfboards, bodyboards and stand up paddle boards for all levels of surfer.
Walking on Waves
Distance: 8.3 Miles [23 Minutes]
10% discount on all lessons & 25% off 2pm group surf lessons
First Wave sessions are designed to get you off the beach, in the water, and having fun as quickly as possible.
OSKC Water Sports
Distance: 11.6 Miles [25 Minutes]
10% off when you stay with us
Watersports centre in Combe Martin offering all types of kayak and stand up paddle board activities including hire and guided kayak tours.
Stuart Line Cruises
Distance: 60.4 Miles [1 Hour 21 Minutes]
10% off when you stay with us
Sailing all year round, you can set sail and explore the rich wildlife and breathtaking views of the River Exe.
H2o Outdoor
Distance: 10 Miles [20 Minutes]
10% off when you stay with us
Coasteering, Kayaking, Surfing, Stand Up Paddle Boarding and Wild Swimming are just some of the activities that can be enjoyed.
EasiGlide Segway Experience
Distance: 10.9 Miles [22 Minutes]
10% off when you stay with us
Rolling hills, ocean views, muddy fields, sand dunes as well as plenty of obstacle courses and games provide the ultimate thrill of riding a Segway.
The Milky Way Adventure Park
Distance: 18.3 Miles [28 Minutes]
Receive 10% off entry when you stay with us [term time only]
An all-weather theme park with something for everyone. From the Cosmic Typhoon roller coaster and gravity rider donut slide to Dodgems.
Becky Falls
Distance: 43.9 Miles [1 Hour 26 Minutes]
10% off when you stay with us
No visit to Devon would be complete without a visit to Dartmoor's iconic landmark. Come and breathe some of the purest air in England, explore 50 acres of stunning woodlands and enjoy a very, very warm welcome!
Air Extreme
Distance: 3.2 Miles [9 Minutes]
10% off when you stay with us
Go and have fun in their massive indoor trampoline park in Barnstaple, North Devon, filled wall to wall with trampolines and much more.
Dartington Crystal
Distance: 12.7 Miles [25 Minutes]
20% off first Quality items in their store
Delve into the history and heritage of Dartington Crystal before venturing around the modern-day factory as you witness glass-making demonstrations in a newly installed studio furnace.
Exmoor Zoo
Distance: 11.2 Miles [23 Minutes]
15% off entry when you stay with us
From majestic big cats like the Eurasian lynx to adorable meerkats and playful lemurs, guests have the opportunity to observe these fascinating creatures up close.
Hartland Abbey & Gardens
Distance: 24.4 Miles [41 Minutes]
10% off when you stay with us
The award-winning house, with its fascinating interiors and decoration, beautiful woodland walks, walled gardens and parkland, has been in the same family ownership for generations and provides a warm welcome to visitors.
Tarka Pottery
Distance: 14.2 Miles [28 Minutes]
10% off when you stay with us
You can choose from making a bowl on the potter’s wheel, painting a pot or joining a clay workshop or pottery class.
Quince Honey Farm
Distance: 12 Miles [22 Minutes]
10% off entry when you stay with us
Take a guided tour around the interesting displays and exhibits and learn fun facts about the honeybee before you take a closer look inside the working hives.
Tapeley Park
Distance: 9.8 Miles [17 Minutes]
2 for 1 entry when you stay with us
Take in the magnificent views over the Torridge Estuary to the sea beyond. Their grounds are renowned for their beautiful gardens, especially the Italian terraces where visitors can sit back and relax and make the most of the peace and tranquillity.
Keypitts Activity Centre
Distance: 9.8 Miles [21 Minutes]
10% off when you stay with us
A fantastic activity centre near Ilfracombe, offering Quad Biking, Axe Throwing and 4×4 Land Rover Experience.
The Ultimate Adventure Activity Centre
Distance: 11.3 Miles [19 Minutes]
15% off when you stay with us
Choose from, high ropes, kayaking, coasteering, archery, paddle-boarding, mountain boarding, surfing, and the famous total wipeout-inspired assault course.
Affinity Devon Shopping Outlet
Distance: 12.3 Miles [20 Minutes]
Fantastic shopping with over 30 stores from famous national brands, offering a fantastic variety of offers on normal retail prices. Clothes, food and drink, children's play area and regular events.
Barnstaple Pannier Market
Distance: 1.3 Miles [6 Minutes]
The Market trades every day of the week on butcher's row and hosts regular food festivals. A great place to browse for local produce.
Blakewell Fisheries
Distance: 2.6 Miles [8 Minutes]
Devon's premier fly fishing venue, with lakes stretching over five acres. There is also a great range of activities for youngsters.
Barnstaple Museum
Distance: 2.3 Miles [9 Minutes]
Explore the brilliant displays and collections at the Museum of Barnstaple and North Devon.
Arlington Court
Distance: 9 Miles [20 Minutes]
Arlington Court is a beautiful family estate, which has been held by the Chichester family for over 500 years, with an impressive house, excellent gardens and a unique carriage museum.
Bowling
The Barnstaple Hotel is conveniently located for many local bowls clubs including Bideford Bowling Club, Bideford Victoria Park Bowls Club, Torrington Bowling Club, South Molton Bowling Club, and Kingsley Indoor Bowls Club at Westward Ho!
Castle Hill
Distance: 10.5 Miles [21 Minutes]
Castle Hill house and gardens are steeped in history and are, and have been for centuries. Visit Castle Hill’s gardens and stay to enjoy refreshments at their tearoom.
Clovelly
Distance: 20.8 Miles [34 Minutes]
World famous for its cobbled, traffic-free street, donkeys, sledges and historic harbour. The stunning views of this fishing village, built into a cleft in a 400' high cliff, tumbles its way down past whitewashed cottages festooned with flowers to the tiny working port.
Combe Martin Wildlife & Dinosaur Park
Distance: 12 Miles [24 Minutes]
At Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park, you can see some wonderful wildlife including wolves, sea lions, meerkats and African Lions. Also featured are impressive dinosaur models and some unusual attractions.
Exmoor Adventures
Distance: 31.8 Miles [1 Hour]
Exmoor adventures provides a range of award winning outdoor activities including coasteering, kayaking, mountain biking, rock climbing, abseiling, canoeing, raft building, archery, stand-up paddle boarding, tree climbing & orienteering.
Junglaroo
Distance: 2.6 Miles [10 Minutes]
There are tubes slides, bumpy slides, crawl tubes, ball cannons, rope bridges, spider webs, dangly snakes, gliders, scramble nets, ball pools, log ramps, punch bags, edu blocks and so much more including specially dedicated area for the under 3’s to enjoy.
Haynes Motor Museum
Distance: 81 Miles [1 Hour 46 Minutes]
Haynes International Motor Museum at Sparkford near Yeovil in Somerset, England, contains over 400 cars and motorcycles and a collection of other automobilia.
Heddon Valley
Distance: 15.1 Miles [32 Minutes]
The famous Heddon Valley has exceptional walks and stunning views. Starting from the National Trust Visitor Centre, there is a selection of beautiful walks to choose from. The picturesque cobbled beach at Heddon's Mouth is only accessible by footpath.
Ilfracombe Aquarium
Distance: 12.4 Miles [27 Minutes]
The aquarium offers Local Aquatic Exhibits and showcases a diverse collection of animals displayed within beautifully recreated natural habitats.
Let's Go! Ten Pin Bowling
Distance: 0.2 Miles [2 Minutes]
Right next door to the Barnstaple Hotel, Let's Go! is great fun for the whole family to enjoy.
Lundy Island
In a place of wide spaces and big skies, without roads, cars or pollution, simply walking is a profound pleasure. Lundy has a milder climate than the mainland, with more sunshine and less rain. Book a day trip on the MS Oldenburg to Lundy from Bideford quay.
Lynton & Lynmouth
Distance: 19.1 Miles [36 Minutes]
The famous Lynton and Lynmouth funicular Cliff Railway is the highest and the steepest totally water-powered railway in the world! The Cliff Railway connects the twin towns of Lynton and Lynmouth providing stunning coastal views that will be the highlight of any visit.
Marwood Hill Gardens
Distance: 3.5 Miles [11 Minutes]
Marwood Hill Gardens is an excellent 20-acre private garden and lakes, with a Garden Tea Room and wonderful views.
North Devon Wake Park
Distance: 18.5 Miles [29 Minutes]
The WakePark has a variety of outdoor activities for all ages which include wakeboarding, Paddleboarding, slacklining and their unique aquapark.
Scott Cinemas
Distance: 1.6 Miles [7 Minutes]
Only a short drive from The Barnstaple Hotel, Scott Cinemas has 4 screens showing today's best blockbusters.
Skern Lodge Outdoor Centre
Distance: 11.5 Miles [21 Minutes]
Try an amazing range of sports delivered by trained staff. Activities include climbing, zip wire, archery, surfing, bodyboarding, and kayaking.
Tarka Tennis
Distance: 1.4 Miles [6 Minutes]
There are 6 indoor courts and 4 outdoor courts at this ‘Pay and Play’ tennis centre in Barnstaple.
The Big Sheep
Distance: 11.2 Miles [19 Minutes]
Ewe will love this family day out, with live shows, farmyard animals, rides and entertainment. From tractor driving to feeding the baby animals, there's a little bit of everything to keep children and adults amused.
The Queen's Theatre
Distance: 1.4 Miles [7 Minutes]
Whether it's a play, musical, ballet, opera, band or comedian. It’s fun and exciting, which makes it a fabulous venue to bring somebody you want to impress.
The Tarka Trail
Experience the wonderful variety of the local countryside, including rugged moorland, gorgeous wooded valleys, cliff top views and beautiful sandy beaches.
Watermouth Castle
Distance: 11.5 Miles [27 Minutes]
A family theme park with rides, a maze, dungeons, play areas and beautifully landscaped gardens. Little ones will enjoy the castle treasure, the water show and the toboggan.
More from The Barnstaple Hotel
The Barnstaple Hotel has 62 well-appointed luxury hotel rooms, some with views over the outdoor swimming pool. Many rooms have been recently refurbished and include exquisite soft furnishings with dramatic splashes of silver and dove grey set against neutral tones.
Award-winning local suppliers contribute to a delicious menu, continuously refreshed with deliciously British staples and combined with the perfect pairings to wash them down. Dine with us and discover something special; a specially crafted menu of seasonal dishes, prepared with the finest locally sourced ingredients.
Barnstaple Health & Leisure boasts extensive facilities to help you relax and work out. Our friendly instructors are always on hand to offer professional advice and guidance.
Take advantage of our special offers and late availability deals and enjoy superb value for money. Whether you’re looking to stay for business, wish to enjoy a short luxury stay, or are after a family staycation, we are the perfect choice.