Tourism, leisure and culture
Development of the Ilfracombe seafront
North Devon Council has received a SeaChange grant to develop the seafront in Ilfracombe and is now tendering for the development work.
Improving the quality of life
North Devon Council is keen to improve the quality of life for everyone in North Devon. As a contribution to this we provides leisure, recreational and cultural opportunities either directly or in partnership with others. We are constantly looking for ways of improving these services and opportunities.
Further information
- Arts and entertainment - information from North Devon Council
- Barnstaple Pannier Market - voted one of the top ten food markets by the Independent
- Galleries
- information from Devon
County Council - Libraries
- information from Devon
County Council - Museums
- information from Devon
Museums - Northern Devon Coast and Countryside Service

- North Devon Leisure Centre
- operated
on behalf of North Devon Council - Sports - information from North Devon Council
- Tourism and Travel
information from
North Devon Plus; this includes beaches and lifeguards
Queries relating to lifebelts which are placed in Barnstaple and Ilfracombe should be directed to sports@northdevon.gov.uk, or telephone Community and Leisure Services on 01271 388200.

