Combe Martin is the perfect base for a West Country holiday whatever your interests; ideal for a family holiday at the beach, romantic weekend break or activity holiday.

Our family-friendly beach and secluded coves are well maintained and suitable for all ages. There is a good variety of cafes, inns and shops at the seaside and popular tourist attractions include the Combe Martin Wildlife & Dinosaur Park, Exmoor Zoo and Watermouth Castle. A number of beautiful gardens open to the public are all within easy reach. Boat trips are run regularly from Ilfracombe Harbour and include wildlife cruises around the bay and trips to Lundy Island.

Combe Martin is a favourite destination for walkers being directly on the South West Coast Path, famous Tarka Trail and on the edge of the Exmoor National Park. You will find the views along this part of the coast path are among the most breathtaking you will ever experience, featuring a great variety of coastal scenery from high cliffs and exposed rocky points to long sandy beaches and secluded coves. Facing the Bristol Channel and the Atlantic Ocean, the countryside marks a transition from the high cliffs of Exmoor to the lowlands of the Taw and Torridge Estuary. 

To the East of Combe Martin lies Exmoor, with its dramatic hills and valleys with the twin towns of Lynton and Lynmouth just a few miles away. Covering 265 square miles, Exmoor comprises steep valleys, sweeping moorlands and some of the highest cliffs in England. Ponies, red deer and sheep roam freely, watched by buzzards, ravens and even the rare merlin. The moor is beautiful to explore by car, on foot or on horseback. 

Exmoor Ponies

To the West lies the picturesque village of Berrynarbor, with countryside leading on to Watermouth Cove and then the coastal resort of Ilfracombe. Further along the coast, the golden sands of North Devon including Woolacombe, Putsborough, Croyde and Saunton can be found, where some of the best surfing in the UK is available. Following the coastline you will find Barnstaple, with its famous Pannier Market and high street shopping.

Kayak with Dolphins in Combe Martin Bay

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