Location: South Molton
Top Things to do in South Molton
Top 8 Things to do in South Molton, United Kingdom (UK)
South Molton is a small town in Devon, England. It is part of the North Devon local government district. The town is on the River Mole. According to the 2001 census the civil parish of South Molton had a population of 4,093, increasing to 5,108 at the 2011 Census. The town also has an electoral ward with the same name. The population of this ward at the same census was 4,875 We have therefore the unusual situation where the town is larger than the ward. The town was one of the boroughs reformed by the Municipal Reform Act 1835. It retained this status as a municipal borough until 1967, when it became a rural borough in the South Molton Rural District.
Restaurants in South Molton
1. North Devon Hawk Walks
Overall Ratings
5 based on 186 reviews
Providing a hands-on, practical introduction to falconry. Four people, for an hour, costs £45 in total.So whether there are one, two, three or four of you, it just costs £45.Compare this with the prices others charge and you will see what great value it is. We have access to several different flying sites, some of them deep in the heart of Exmoor. Walks here last for 90 minutes and prices vary, so look at the website for details. We go out all year round, any day, by appointment.Gift vouchers, valid for a year, are available.
Reviewed By allyr33 - Cardiff, United Kingdom
We went on the hawk walk for my father's birthday and it was a fantastic experience. Nigel was informative and made you feel at ease. Cassius was entertaining and very friendly.
A great, sunny afternoon spent in the North Devon countryside.
2. Rock and Rapid Adventures
Overall Ratings
5 based on 134 reviews
Reviewed By Douglas M
Three children (8-12) on an impromptu introduction session, booked that morning. Couldn't be more accommodating or friendly. Lauren was an excellent teacher helping each of my three kids to achieve the best that they could on the excellent facilities that they have. It was nice...MoreThank you so much for taking the time to write such a kind and positive review. We're so happy that you enjoyed your climbing experience and we hope to welcome you back here soon. Thanks, The Rock and Rapid Team
3. South Molton Country Pannier Market
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4.5 based on 59 reviews
Situated in North Devon's only remaining market town, and referred as the gateway to Exmoor, South Molton's historic Country Pannier Market is the areas largest weekly market. Running every Thursday and Saturday from 8am until 1pm, you will find 70 local Stallholders selling a wide range of goods, including local produce and locally made artisans goods, bespoke artworks, antiques and collectibles, homewares and pet supplies, locally grown plants and flowers and much more. The market is Dementia friendly and a member of the worldwide Purple Angel scheme. All purchases are also covered by our Shopper's Charter. With cheap all day parking, visitors can take their time browsing the stalls and having a chat with Devon's friendliest stallholders, and enjoy a coffee at our award winning market cafe. After the market, visit our towns excellent independent shops and tourist attractions.
Reviewed By Lucy C
A true gem of a market. Open every Thursday and Saturday, the market offers a superb and varied mix of goodies. From antiques, willow baskets, flowers, fruit and veg, culinary delights, handmade chairs, maps and pictures, cheese and so much more. Well worth visiting, this...MoreMany thanks for your fantastic review Lucy, it is lovely to receive such positive feedback from a customer. We hope to see you again soon.
4. Quince Honey Farm
Overall Ratings
4 based on 464 reviews
Get a Buzz from your holiday and take a trip to Quince Honey Farm. The family-run working honey farm has been producing quality honey since 1949 and has over 1000 hives deep in the North Devon countryside. Visit the world’s largest Honeybee exhibition; BeeWorld! The interesting displays and exhibits will teach you fun facts about the honeybee before you take a closer look inside the working hives. Nowhere in the world can you get so close to live bees without needing protective equipment! You may wish to take a guided tour or walk around at your own leisure. There is something happening every hour during the summer! Don’t miss out on the bee talks and beekeeping demos which gives you the opportunity to hold a frame of bees if you wish. There is a chance to make some beeswax candles and learn more about the different types of honey at one of the tasting sessions. New for 2017 is the ‘be a beekeeper experience’ which gives you the unique opportunity to work alongside a beekeeper learning more in depth about bees and the art of beekeeping. (You can sign up for this on the day). Any little bizzy bees won’t want to miss out on The Happy Bee play hive; the large indoor soft play area with nets and ropes to climb over. This is where you will also find the cafe offering homemade food and our special Devonshire cream teas with honey. There is an outdoor play and picnic area for when the sun is shining. Visit Critter cabin and meet some slithery friends at one of the daily critter encounters shows. Visit the honey farm shop to see the array of honey products on offer as well as beautiful handmade beeswax candles and skin care. Make a Bee-line for Quince Honey Farm
Reviewed By 068man - West Midlands, United Kingdom
I didn't read a review before going here, some trip advisor reviews can be just personal crusades of david brent management speak of feeling collars and being on the skids rather than really subjective, aside of that I also felt that there could not be much to this place beyond and hour or two of mild interest, how wrong I was and i am prepared to admit that...always.
We could have easily spent a whole day here bar our own circumstances preventing that, we decided to join the talks, which few did and had the delightful pleasure of the company of one of the staff who had an almost encyclopaedic (I can spell correctly) knowledge of the subject matter. her bug session enthralled adults and children alike, her handling of the most odd questions from those aged 2 -62 (an estimate) was incredible and she clearly had passion for her role there. adhering to a timetable with a disparate group she is a credit to the whole place, I didn't get her name as i was on child supervision duties but the young lady with the blue hair, I tip my hat to your presentation on that day, if i was an undercover boss about to undertake an appraisal i would have run out of superlatives.
there is a huge indoor and large outdoor play area to intersperse the organised talks and guides around, food is simple children friendly fare and reasonably priced with parents where the majority took the seriousness of adult supervision in such areas on board. the child toilet was a challenge as the ceiling only seemed to be about 6'3" and i chuckled at my squeeze in there with my youngest, minor quibble, a bigger changing area may be considered?
a mix of holidaymakers and locals was evident and parties there seemed to be popular in hearing other parents debate the venue for just that purpose. we never learnt the makaton for bee, googled since, an afterthought really.
ample parking seemed obvious but it seemed tricky to find by the signs in the village when we ventured out without programming the sat nav, perhaps we missed a junction at some point?
It is easily a full day out if you attend the guided walks and talks, some were more popular than others, perhaps it was mainly locals when we visited. we will definitely return to make more of attending all the guided events as they are a good break, especially the bee handling event in the marquee when they young blue haired lady again wowed us all with her breadth of knowledge and an excellent reason why she never wears gloves when handling bees.
I am not sure what the admission cost was in relation to other attractions as usually not too concerned about that unless extortionate...which I don't think it was.
5. Castle Hill Estate
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 46 reviews
Reviewed By k r - Weston super Mare, United Kingdom
Due to the poor weather forecast we seemed to be the first visitors on Sunday lunchtime in early September, and after coffee in the tea hut we set off round the Gardens. The Millenium Garden was still looking lovely and the walled Gardens were interesting. We then set off up to the Castle disturbing a large number of pheasants along the way. There are great views from the Castle and also in the woods and down by the stream and Ugley Bridge. By now a heavy drizzle had started which curtailed our visit somewhat but it had still been an enjoyable couple of hours.
6. South Molton Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 22 reviews
Reviewed By Steve H - Minehead, England, United Kingdom
Popped into the museum recently while wandering around South Molton and what a fantastic and informative gem it is. The staff are enthusiastic and extremley knowledgable on all the exhibits, taking extra time to involve any children present. This is what a proper local musuem should be, reflecting the social, geographical and industrial changes that have occurred around South Molten since its establishment as a permanent settlement. If you find yourself in the locality then take the time to pop in, you will stay longer than you intended.
7. North Devon Ceramics Academy & Studio
Overall Ratings
5 based on 10 reviews
Pottery studio in the heart of North Devon Regular weekly classes, one off workshops, masterclasses and much more on offer.
Reviewed By jayne1969 - Devon
I started attending this class as a way of getting out and meeting people, and with the help of Nicola and Taz, who are really good teachers and very patient with all the questions we ask every week, I have found a new hobby. I...MoreThank you so much for the lovely review.
8. South Molton Tourist Information Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 15 reviews
South Molton Tourist Information Centre provides comprehensive details and booking facilities for local accommodation providers, visitor attractions, places to eat and local businesses.
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