Tourism, leisure and culture
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 provide 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 - Leisure, recreation and sports - information from North Devon Council
- Tourism and travel
- information from North Devon Plus; this includes beaches and lifeguards
For questions about lifebelts at Barnstaple and Ilfracombe, contact the Leisure and Recreation Development Officer:
Email: sports@northdevon.gov.uk
Telephone: 01271 318533/388433
Croyde Beach surf forecast from Magic Seaweed

