1 Week In Torridge
So you've got a week in
Torridge - that's great news. Let's see how you can best use your time while you're here. Last updated 5th February 2024
If you have 7 days to spend in Torridge, here are some suggestions for things to do and places to stay:
Things to do:
- Visit the picturesque village of Clovelly and walk down the steep cobbled streets to the harbor (allow 2-3 hours)
- Explore the rugged coastline and sandy beaches of Bideford Bay, including Westward Ho!, Appledore, Instow, and Saunton Sands (allow a full day)
- Take a scenic boat trip up the River Torridge from Bideford to the historic market town of Torrington (allow half a day)
- Visit the stunning Dartmoor National Park for hiking, cycling, and wildlife watching (allow a full day)
- Learn about the area's maritime history at the Museum of Barnstaple and North Devon (allow 1-2 hours)
- Take a tour of the traditional Devonshire cream tea factories and sample some delicious scones and clotted cream (allow half a day)
- Visit RHS Garden Rosemoor in Great Torrington and enjoy the beautiful gardens, woodland walks, and events (allow half a day)
Places to stay:
- The Royal Hotel in Bideford (a historic hotel with views over the River Torridge)
- The Pier House in Westward Ho! (a boutique hotel with direct access to the beach)
- The Red Lion Hotel in Clovelly (a traditional inn with views over the harbor)
- The Old Rectory in Langtree (a luxurious B&B in a historic country house)
- The Thatched Inn in Abbotsham (a charming pub with rooms and a garden)
No matter what you choose to do and where you stay, seven days will give you enough time to truly explore the beauty and charm of Torridge. Have fun!