Bideford - Barnstaple - Torrington - Bude - Holsworthy

Barnstaple, an ancient port and trading centre, was the first town to be given borough status in England in 1272. It is now the the shopping centre of North Devon with a good mix of modern shopping centres and traditional shops.

Barnstaple is also famous for its flowers - baskets are hanging from all the shops and there are colourful gardens everywhere, even the roundabouts are full of flowers. The Queen's Theatre, the Astor Cinema, North Devon Leisure Centre, night clubs and restaurants all provide a variety of leisure activities for the local people and visitors alike.
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Bude

The town is situated on the Atlantic Heritage Coast of Cornwall, adjacent to fine sandy beaches, and on the South West Coastal Path.  Bude and nearby beaches provide some of the finest surfing to be had in all England;  most beaches have lifeguard cover during the Summer months.

The town has excellent facilities with an interesting selection of shops, a large supermarket, and recreational activities including a modern indoor heated swimming pool. A few minutes walk from the town centre and you can be exploring the dramatic scenery of the South West Coastal Path, discover the famous Bude Canal , an engineering feat of the early 19th century, or walking in some of the most unspoilt rural areas to be found in the South West.
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Bideford Britain's third largest port in the 16th Century. Today, the narrow town centre streets lead down to the tree lined quay, which bustles with fishing vessels, cargo and pleasure boats. The impressive 24 arch stone bridge built in 1535, leads to the coastal path cycleway and to the disused railway line which is part of the Tarka Trail. The town itself has a thriving shopping centre, friendly cafes and pubs.

Victoria Park provides plenty of interest for the both the horticulturist as well as the kids - with playground equipment and paddling pool. Within the park is the Burton Art Gallery which hosts art and craft collections as well as being the town's museum.
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Torrington - Situated on a steep ridge with spectacular views of the Torridge valley, this impressive site was valued for its strategic importance in the Middle Ages and possible as far back as Saxon times.The earliest indication of Torrington's importance appears in 1086 when it appeared in the Devon Domesday Survey.

Torrington 1646 is the Civil War heritage centre, a unique new indoor/outdoor family attraction located at the heart of Great Torrington. The entrance is in South Street Car Park, a few steps from the wonderful panoramic view over the River Torridge valley. Rosemoor Gardens is also nearby.