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Plan your Stay in North Devon

Discover a multitude of captivating events taking place throughout the year in Barnstaple and its surrounding areas. Immerse yourself in a vibrant tapestry of festivals, shows, and cherished customs that fill the calendar. Whether you seek cherished traditions or exhilarating novelties.

Here are some noteworthy highlights of the events awaiting you in Barnstaple and North Devon, ensuring an unforgettable stay at The Park Hotel.

RHS Rosemoor
RHS Rosemoor Living Sculptures
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Join RHS Rosemoor for their Living Sculptures event. Discover stunning sculptures created from natural materials, and experience the beauty of art.
Clovelly Harbour and Seafront North Devon
Clovelly Lentsherd
Lentsherd, also known as 'Lanshard', is a traditional event celebrated on Shrove Tuesday in the historic village of Clovelly. Its origins date back centuries, with the primary purpose of banishing malevolent spirits and symbolically sending the devil into the depths of the sea before the commencement of Lent.
Devon County Show
Devon County Show
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The Devon County Show is an eagerly anticipated annual event that captures the essence of rural life in the heart of Devon. Held each year, this cherished tradition brings together local communities, farmers, and visitors from far and wide to celebrate the region's agricultural heritage and vibrant culture.
Crowd at a festival
Pigstock Festival
Get ready for a day of family-friendly fun at The Big Sheep's Pigstock Festival, happening on May 18th. As North Devon's most welcoming family festival, Pigstock promises a delightful experience for all.
girl holding seaweed
Clovelly Seaweed Festival
Clovelly Seaweed Festival is held to promote seaweed for its immense health and nutritional benefits. Combining fun activities with informative demonstrations.
people at a concert
Here for the Music
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Get ready to groove to the beats of the Here for the Music at The Big Sheep from 6th to 8th June. With an electrifying lineup featuring unmissable headliners.
people at a concert
GoldCoast Oceanfest
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If you could bottle a beachside festival and pour it out each year against the backdrop of a sun-drenched Atlantic, then the multi-award-winning GoldCoast Oceanfest might be just the brew to choose.
children playing at a party
Kids Fest
Get ready for a day of non-stop fun and excitement at The Big Sheep's Kids Fest on June 23rd! This event is designed to be the ultimate big day out for big kids aged between 5 and 12 years old.
Devon County Show
The North Devon Show
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The North Devon Show returns with the usual Devon blend of attractions, exhibitions, trade stands, crafts and food - celebrating all things rural. It's the premier agricultural event in the region and has something for everyone.
Powderham Castle
Gone Wild Festival
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Join Gone Wild with Bear Grylls for a long weekend of camping, adventure, wellness and dancing over the bank holiday weekend.
Clovelly harbour
Clovelly Gig Regatta
Gig Rowing at Clovelly has become very popular recently, as Devon's best teams go head to head in a fun but intense day of competition.
man holding plate of oysters
Clovelly Lobster and Crab Feast
The Clovelly Lobster and Crab Feast is a fun festival in the historic village, tucked away on the North Devon coast. With live music, entertainment, and lots of fresh fish.
man playing guitar
Clovelly Herring Festival
Good food, North Devon history, a breathtaking setting and fun for the whole family, all wrapped up in Clovelly's Herring Festival. What more could you want from a day out

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