Browsing leisure activities within 10 miles of West Down House

Clovelly, North Devon, EX39 5TA, (7 miles, 11kms), Tel: 01288 331188, Email, www.clovelly.co.uk

Discover for yourself why people come from all around the world to marvel at this timeless, historic fishing village in North Devon.

Hartland, North Devon, EX39 6EA, (8 miles, 13kms), Tel: 01237 441205, Email, www.plantwalk.co.uk

Plantwalk offers individual guided flower walks in the North Devon Area of Outstanding Beauty (AONB), in particular in Hartland.

Brandis Corner, Holsworthy, North Devon, EX22 7YQ, (9 miles, 15kms), Tel: 08000 372466, Email, www.dragonarcherycentre.co.uk

Dragon Archery is the "must do" activity in Devon. An awarding winning, all weather archery adventure that has been voted the most loved attraction or day out. Suitable for ages 8+. Advanced Booking Required. The adventure begins!

Hartland, Nr. Bideford, North Devon, EX39 6DA, (8 miles, 12kms), Tel: 01237 441 881, Email, downespa.com/

Downe Health Spa in North Devon offers a range of superb beauty therapies and holistic therapies. Pamper Days at Downe are days of peace and ease, days of total relaxation.

Bude, Cornwall, EX23 9HW, (6 miles, 9kms), Tel: 01208 262812, Email, www.cornwall-beaches.co.uk/Sandy_Mouth-beach.htm

With golden sand, rocks & many rock pools the cliffs surrounding the beach are moderately unstable but provide a great variety of wildflowers. In a Heritage Coast area perfect for walking, however, keep an eye on the tide. Dog friendly.

Nr Clovelly, North Devon, EX35 7TY, (8 miles, 13kms), Tel: 01237 477676, Email

Bucks Mills is a pleasant, picturesque and quiet retreat, even at the busiest times of the year. The beach is situated in a rocky secluded cove at the bottom end of the ancient fishing village.

Bucks Mills, North Devon, EX39 5DY, (7 miles, 11kms), Tel: 01392 360050, www.southwestcoastpath.com

Step back in time at Bucks Mills and take in the rich history of trade and settlement along this stunning coastal stretch, which includes National Trust land.

Walk Route: Circular - Moderate

Bude, EX23 0AW, (10 miles, 15kms), Tel: 01208 262812, Email

Situated in an area of outstanding beauty it is ideal for surfing & paradise for children with a beautiful stretch of golden sand & innumerable rock pools to explore. The Coastal Footpath runs along the cliff-top with panoramic views.

Bude, Cornwall, EX23 8HN, (8 miles, 12kms), Tel: 01208 262812, Email

This has proved to be one of the most popular beaches of the area & is perfect for all the family. Surrounded by dunes on one side and the canal on the other. Dog friendly. Lifegaurd information can be checked on www.beachlifeguards.org.uk.

Bude, EX23 8LG, (8 miles, 12kms), Tel: 01392 360050, www.southwestcoastpath.com/main/walks/index.cfm?fsa=dspWalkDetail&w_id=34

The walk takes in the Coast Path with lovely sea views, before turning inland across farmland to join the canal towpath back to Bude. This walk is particularly good for dogs as it passes a beach and pubs where dogs are welcome.

Walk Route: Circular - Easy/moderate

Bude, Cornwall, EX23 8NF, (7 miles, 12kms), Tel: 01208 262812, Email, www.beachesincornwall.co.uk/bude/crooklets

The small bay at Crooklets is due north of Summerleaze & adjoins it at low tide. Formed by the rocks of Wrangle Point to the north and outcrops of rocks to the south. Due to the small size of the beach it can be conjested in the summer.

Hartland, Nr Bideford, North Devon, EX39 6AN, (7 miles, 11kms), Tel: 01237 423655, www.northdevon-aonb.org.uk

Devon's land end, one of the boldest headlands on the English coast standing 350 feet above the sea. Where the coves and cliff formations are both beautiful and dramatic.

Brownsham & Clovelly Trail, EX39 5TA, (7 miles, 11kms), Tel: 01392 360050, www.southwestcoastpath.com

Be dazzled with colour as you walk through some of North Devon's finest landscapes, including National Trust land and the Clovelly Estate.

Walk Route: Cicular - Moderate

Elmscott Via Docton Mill And Speke's Mil, North Devon, EX39 6ES, (6 miles, 10kms), Tel: 01392 360050, www.southwestcoastpath.com

This walk starts at Elmscott Farm Youth Hostel before dropping down into a valley past Docton Mill Gardens.

Walk Route: Circular - Easy/Moderate

Clovelly, North Devon, EX39 5TA, (7 miles, 11kms), Tel: 01392 360050, www.southwestcoastpath.com/main/sections/index.cfm?fsa=dspSectionDetail&w_id=144

This section of Coast Path leads you through the stunning, contrasting landscapes of the Hartland Peninsula.