Explore Widehay Barn
Things to Do
Widehay Barn has a wide array of features to assist you on your countryside holiday such as the BBQ and garden games, and its generously sized garden and paddock for your four legged friends to run around in.
North Devon has a lot to offer, with its stunning coastal landscapes, historic attractions and charming villages waiting to be explored, making Widely Barn an ideal getaway to experience what the region has to offer. Below is a list of just a few examples
Natural Dark Skies
A special feature of Widehay Barn is that it is situated in a Natural Dark Skies area, making it the perfect spot for stargazers or anyone wanting to enjoy the dark night sky.
Exmoor National Park boasts some of the darkest skies in the country while remaining easily accessible from local towns. Exmoor's dark nights have helped to create a tranquil atmosphere and many who have settled within the park have associated the space with a high quality of life.
North Devon Beaches
If you're looking for sandy beaches, beautiful waves and extraordinary cliffs, then the beaches of North Devon are perfect for you. Places like Woolacombe and Putsborough are less than an hour's drive away from the property, and provide brilliant locations for dog walks and surfing, with a cafe nearby for needed refreshments.
Adventure to places like Baggy Point and Barricane Beach, for incredible views and scenery.
Exmoor National Park
Just a 20-minute drive from Widehay Barn, is the famous Exmoor National Park. With its long countryside walks and wild Exmoor Ponies, this park has the sites and scenery for a perfect casual day out.
Features like towering cliffs, roaring ocean waves and an open expanse of rolling hills and wildlife help to make this location so memorable.
Bring along dogs and children for a breathtaking, beautiful experience in North Devon.
Ilfracombe Harbour Ghost Tour
Run by Devon Ghost Tours every Thursday from 19th January to 7th December, the Ilfracombe Harbour ghost walk lets you hear spooky local stories and learn about the haunted parts of the town.
For 1 hour 30 minutes at 7pm in winter, and 8pm in summer, you can have a unique evening experience for only £10 per person, less than an hour's drive away.
Quince Honey Farm
This is a family-run honey farm, and has been active in South Molton since 1949. It's dog friendly and has easy access for wheelchairs with disabled toilets, for an inclusive and fun day out.
With up-close views of the bees, a behind-the-scenes look at the honey factory and tours through the nectar gardens - there's plenty to uncover just a 13-minute drive from Widehay Barn.
Restaurants
If you don't feel like using any of the outdoor dining facilities or the open-plan kitchen to cook at Widehay Barn, South Molton has plenty of beautiful restaurant locations you can visit instead.
Whether you're looking for a nice evening meal out, or a cafe to visit in the day for tea and cake, there are lots of options around, all available within a short drive.
Local Footpaths
Hidden within the captivating landscapes of North Devon, Widehay Barn is situated amidst a range of scenic routes and footpaths.
From longer, more adventurous trails, to circular routes from the doorstep, Widehay Barn is surrounded by beautiful, local footpaths that guide you through North Devon's picturesque countryside.