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Blue Sky Horizon With a North Devon Summer Staycation
Many of us entered 2021 with a feeling of optimism, only to have it dashed in the first week of January as another lockdown descended. With the latest news it would be very easy to disappear under a cloud of doom and gloom. But no. Resist! While the midwinter skies...
Discover The Warmth Of A North Devon Winter Break
Winter Breaks In North Devon Traditionally there are many reasons to visit North Devon in the summer, but actually a winter break can also be thoroughly enjoyable. A big part of this is the sense of having the place to yourself, with the pace of life a gentle...
Top 5 dog walks in Ilfracombe
Morte Point, Mortehoe Village Enjoy a challenging walk through a rare spot of coastal heathland which provides the wonderful backdrop for a wealth of wild flowers and wildlife. You might even be lucky enough to spot some of our infamous sealife including dolphins and...
North Devon Cycling Routes
For many of us, cycling is our first choice for an outdoor activity to get exercise and fresh air. You get to see more of the countryside from the saddle of the bike than in a car and you can also cover greater distances than on foot – it is the best of both worlds! ...
Brasserie Brings Something Special To Exmoor Food Fest 2021
January is something of a fallow month for the senses, a time for them to settle down again after the overload of the festive period. Nevertheless after a chaste month, they are fit and ready for February, which is rather convenient because it’s the month the ever...
Devon’s Most Haunted Places
With Halloween around the corner, many places are talking up their credentials to be among Devon’s most haunted places. And the fact is, there are plenty to choose from! Devon has more than its fair share of haunted houses, spooky hotels, lonely locations and ghost...
Devon Dialects
Planning a trip to North Devon soon? At The Carlton we think that part of what makes Devon so charming is the local language. Tourists and first-time visitors may find colloquialisms and common words by Devonians a bit odd, sometimes a complete mystery, but these...
North Devon beauty spots
One of the best things about having a hotel in North Devon is sharing our favourite beauty spots with guests and then seeing their faces when they return from a visit. Sometimes we take the beauty of the area for granted, so it’s always a delight to see people’s...
North Devon Best Walking Routes Guide
Spring and summer pleasure trips to North Devon are a great way to relax, and no part of the trip is better than the famous Devon walks. Devon's scenery is best enjoyed when it's out in the countryside or on a walking trail, so put on your most comfortable runners and...
Ilfracombe Boat Trips
North Devon has a beautiful coastline and if you would like the chance to see it in all its glory, and perhaps see some of the wonderful creatures that inhabit it, why not take advantage of one of the many Ilfracombe boat trips on offer? From angling trips to sea...
Fishing in North Devon
Fishing holidays in Devon can be a fisherman's dream come true. Waters ripe with schools of fresh fish and rolling streams, as well as productive lakes and rivers, are a wonder to behold when you visit the Devon countryside. We've gathered together some of the most...
Secret picnic spots in North Devon
Summertime means enjoying the great outdoors and what better way than at the perfect picnic spot in North Devon? Discover our favourite 4 picnic spots, visitied, enjoyed and recommended by our staff at The Carlton Hotel, Ilfracombe.
Flexability for 2021
You have peace of mind when booking direct with The Carlton. Alterations, cancellation or changes to your booking may be made as close as 48 hours to your arrival. You’re booking is truly flexible without penalty when booked direct. A group booking, of more than four rooms or eight guests, is subject to different terms and conditions*.
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