Top Things to do in Westward Ho
What to do and see in Westward Ho, United Kingdom (UK): The Best Places and Tips
Discover the best top things to do in Westward Ho, United Kingdom (UK) including The North Devon Surf School, Westward Ho Beach, Royal North Devon Golf Club, The Beach Shop, 514Elemental KiteSport School, Kitemare Surf & Kite Shop, South West Coast Path - Westward Ho! Kingsley & Kipling Walk.
Restaurants in Westward Ho
1. The North Devon Surf School
Overall Ratings
5 based on 417 reviews
The West Country's No1 award winning Surf School! Awarded the 'Centre of Excellence' by Surfing England, The North Devon Surf School strives to offer the very best that there is in Surf and Stand Up Paddleboard lessons. We are a purpose built Surf School just 50 metres from Westward Ho! Beach, and rated 'Excellent' for our heated changing rooms , hot shower, surf shop and cafe facilities, you simply wont find better! Group and private lessons available daily as well as a large fleet of surf and paddleboard hire. Open 7 days a week.
Reviewed By Abdulla A - Cardiff, United Kingdom
Wonderful time had by my two children aged 12 and 13.
A full two hours with a fun instructor.Both my children could stand and surf after an hour , amazing!
Made space for us with a last minute request.
Many thanks to the instructor and Emma.
2. Westward Ho Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By TerryandJane - Bourne, United Kingdom
Small but busy little resort. Clearly a lot of money is being invested with several luxury apartment blocks being built by the sea as well as a number of bars and restaurants. Worth a visit for a walk on the beach and perhaps lunch.
3. Royal North Devon Golf Club
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 55 reviews
Founded in 1864 on the rugged North Devon coast, this golf course is the oldest in England and Wales and is still very popular today.
Reviewed By WarwickshireMarakesh - Warwickshire
We really wanted to play this course because it is supposed to be the oldest course in England. Unfortunately they would not accept County cards from.clubs outside Devon and Cornwall. We paid £35 each which was ok.
The course was very difficult indeed. What added to the level of difficulty was that finding the fairway and next tee was not easy. There were few signs or distance markers to help visitors. We had purchased a course book, which was essential. The terrain is very undulating with hardly any flat lies. In places you had to carry a long way over bushes and gorse. Very easy to loose balls if you are not straight. To add to the difficult a stream winds its way all over the course. The corse is littered with sheep and horses.
An enjoyable day but only for the experienced golfer. We played Saunton sands golf links before this one. I preferred those courses possibly because they are not quite as difficult.
4. The Beach Shop
Overall Ratings
5 based on 24 reviews
The Beach Shop is a family run business situated a stones throw from the beach in Westward Ho! We sell Gifts, Novelties, Westward Ho! Souvenirs, Toys, Beachwear, Wetsuits, Bodyboards, Kites, Beach Games and of course Rock, Clotted Cream Fudge and Clotted Cream Shortbread. We are also Bodyglove and Old Guys Rule stockists.
Reviewed By stitchseller - Surrey, United Kingdom
A wonderful little shop, full of all sorts of gifts, gadgets and beach attire. My grandsons' visited everyday and bought one thing or another. The owner was very happy, personable and always gave the boys a sweetie or a 'little something' after their purchases. Fidget...MoreThankyou for your kind review of our little shop. We will look forward to seeing you next year.
5. 514Elemental KiteSport School
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 18 reviews
Power Kite, Land Board, Buggy and Kitesurf lessons for all the family. All the latest and safest equipment make this a great day out on Westward Ho! beach. No matter what the weather there is always some activity going on! From beginner all the way to advanced coaching. Easy access from all over Devon.
Reviewed By RHAN1984 - Oxford, United Kingdom
Very enjoyable time had with the guys here. staff were very friendly. Kite boarding is pretty tricky to start out with but pays off in the end. The guys equip you well and give you all the encouragement you need
6. Kitemare Surf & Kite Shop
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 12 reviews
Surf school and surf hire in the centre of Westward Ho! village. Fully qualified surf instructors that will make your day special. Our shop over looks the beach, we have changing facilities and a friendly welcome. We also hire surf boards that surf incredibly well and supply warm wetsuits to make you comfortable.
Reviewed By JonPee - Westward Ho, United Kingdom
I'm very new to Surfing but Pete in the shop took loads of time to explain what I might need, who to use for lessons and so on, with no hard sell at all. He clearly knows his stuff and wanted to help this 'newbee'...MoreI LOVE the way you went to the pub, came out a few sheets to the wind and decided to buy your wetsuit! See you in the water in 2018 here and together we can make the most of wonderful Westward Ho! :)
7. South West Coast Path - Westward Ho! Kingsley & Kipling Walk
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 9 reviews
A 6 mile stroll uphill from the seaside resort of Westward Ho!, made fashionable in Victorian times by Charles Kingsley's novel. The route travels over Kipling Tor, named after another nineteenth-century novelist with Westward Ho! connections, Rudyard Kipling. Circling the high ground behind Bideford, with dramatic views as far as Lundy Island before returning along the South West Coast Path.
Reviewed By AggiePirate - Martos, Spain
The coast path from Westward Ho towards Clovelley follows an old railway line at first, and is an easy walk for families. There are stunning views towards Croyde across miles of beach, with Lundy Island visible in good weather. After the path leaves WH however it becomes quite technical through wooded areas, so is best for experienced walkers as there are not many access points.
Going in the other direction towards Appledore, the path crosses the Burrows, an area of sandy dunes passing a golf course, so beware low flying golf balls!
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