Location: Woolacombe
Top Things to do in Woolacombe
Top 10 Outdoor Activities in Woolacombe, England
Woolacombe’s three-mile long beach is one of the best family beaches in the U.K. Build a castle in the clean sand, learn to surf, or go horseback riding on the beach. Boat operators offer fishing trips and tours—keep your eyes open for seals!
Restaurants in Woolacombe
1. Woolacombe Beach
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3,630 reviews
Woolacombe beach is family owned & family run with families in mind. We provide car parks, a lifeguard service, toilets, first aid and food and beach goods outlets.
Reviewed By amandataylor0205 - London, United Kingdom
Breathtaking view of Lundy Island this beautiful beach was outstandingly clean even though it was absolutely packed with families enjoying the sunshine. Great waves for surfing and lovely little natural pools for the younger children to play in safely. One of the best English beaches we have visited.
2. Nick Thorn Surf School
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 89 reviews
The Nick Thorn Surf School is located in Putsborough (Woolacombe Bay) and runs surf, coasteering, and stand up paddle board lessons. We operate off Putsborough Beach, Hele Bay, and Ilfracombe.
3. H2Outdoor
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 53 reviews
The adventure starts with H2Outdoor. Your gateway to an exciting range of outdoor activities and water sports all in North Devon. Coasteering, Kayaking, Surfing, High Ropes, Mountain Biking and much more. Specialising in providing unforgettable experiences with high quality activities, perfect for families, individuals groups, corporate events and anyone with a sense of adventure.
4. Hunter Surf School
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 150 reviews
Welcome to the hunter surf school! Our team of fully qualified and experienced surf coaches are on hand to ensure you experience the thrill of surfing coasteering and SUP in a supportive and safe environment. Our lifeguard and Surfing GB qualified coaches will take you through the fundamentals of surfing while showing you how to stay safe in the water.
5. Fly Like a Bird
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 112 reviews
Fly Like a Bird provides Tandem Hang Gliding flights in North Devon. We use the latest technology to give you a complete experience of the countryside from the air. Nature's wind produces the thermals and lift that allows us to fly in a zero-carbon emission manner(free-flight)-soaring the sky in exactly the same way as the birds do. Come and experience stunning views of the North Devon Coastline!
Reviewed By CurlyKirkham - Bideford, United Kingdom
Sam made the afternoon's hang gliding experience relaxing, super-safe and great fun. From setup to take-off to landing, it was a really good way to enjoy a bird's eye view of the North Devon coastline, and one I would highly recommend. Once you've got over the fact that you're essentially 'jumping off a cliff' the rest seems easy. Thanks for a great experience Sam.
6. Woolacombe Surf Centre
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 732 reviews
Woolacombe Surf Centre is Woolacombe's highest rated & qualified surf school / water sports provider! Professionally run & based in the heart of Woolacombe, North Devon. WSC is accredited as a ‘Centre of Excellence’ by Surfing England, the highest attainable level. All our coaches are fully qualified instructors & beach lifeguards with many years coaching experience with a true passion for surfing and watersports. We operate our surf lessons on the beautiful Woolacombe Beach, awarded the best beach in the UK 2015 & 2016. With 3 miles of golden sand facing the Atlantic we have a great learning environment for surfing. Our kayaking and coasteering trips are hosted on the breathtaking coastline of North Devon. We also offer top quality surf hire equipment, from surfboards, bodyboards, wetsuits right through to stand up paddle boards (SUP'S) and kayaks. All sessions are 2.5 hours long which include all equipment required and coaching throughout, we also take photos (FREE) with our in water camera to immortalise you finest surfing moments!
7. Walk - Morte Point Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 257 reviews
Reviewed By Suemountain - Huntingdon, United Kingdom
Stunning views great stop for lunch overlooking the sea, sea lions spotted along the coast path. Not a taxing walk and really suitable for all abilities.
8. Barricane Beach
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 254 reviews
Reviewed By 13Stretton
As children we used to sit with our mom and dad on this cracking beach and sift through the sand to find the most exquisite tiny shells - still do it to this day. Love it.
9. Woolacombe Riding Stables
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 177 reviews
Reviewed By J_Dee54
Our family of four visited Woolacombe Riding Stables for an hour trek on horses and ponies across the beautiful Devon countryside. It was a really incredible experience! The guide- Sophie- and the four girl helpers were very chatty and kind. We all managed to have a trot- even my brother and I for whom this was only our third time on horses. Our parents as more experienced riders even had a canter! There was no need for getting off the horses to take photos- Sophie took some for us with the beach and rolling hills laid out beautifully behind us. The horses were lovely too, and they seemed well cared for. We would all definitely come again- we had a really lovely time. I would definitely reccomend this ride for all abilities. Rosie
10. South West Coast Path - Putsborough Marine Drive Walk
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 32 reviews
Reviewed By gkw09 - Cambridge, United Kingdom
Took stock of this area from a terrific, high vantage point before walking to Baggy Point. The south point of Putsborough Beach eventually meets Woolacombe’s award-winning Sands and offers one of north Devon’s best coastlines. A good day out.
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