Croyde

Travel Guide

Croyde showing landscape views and a sandy beach
Croyde which includes a beach as well as a large group of people
Croyde which includes tranquil scenes
Croyde which includes a coastal town, tranquil scenes and a sandy beach
Croyde showing a beach and a coastal town as well as a large group of people

Combining old-world charm with modern surf chic, this unspoiled village is hugely popular with tourists, from watersports enthusiasts to walkers.

Relax on one of Croyde’s three beaches or grab a board and hit the waves. Head out into the countryside on foot or on horseback. Choose from a huge number of establishments to eat in, from thatched inns to fashionable tea shops.

Walk down to the beaches, which are some of the most popular surfing spots in Devon. Surf Woolacombe and Putsborough Beach end to end or just enjoy the scenery. Relax on golden sand at Croyde Beach, which is sheltered between two headlands. Walk the 2 miles (3 kilometers) across Saunton Beach to Crow Point and then back across the nature reserve for beautiful scenic views.

Visit the Museum of British Surfing to learn more about Croyde’s most popular pastime. See vintage wetsuits and surfboards and discover the history of the sport, from 18th-century British sailors riding Hawaiian waves to the 1920s pioneers who popularized it here.

Explore the countryside around the village. Head to Baggy Point for dramatic views of the waves crashing into the cliffs. Use it as a starting point to explore the South West Coast Path, a 630-mile (1,010-kilometer) footpath and the longest in England. Wander Braunton Burrows, the U.K.’s largest network of dunes. Try to find the mock landing craft, which commemorate when the dunes were used to train American troops prior to D-Day.

Croyde is at its most popular in the summer, when tourists and surfers flock to the beaches. Visit off-season when beaches and roads are less crowded. Reach Croyde by taking a bus to Barnstaple and a bus from there to the village. Parking in the village can be expensive, but nearby Woolacombe and Staunton have cheaper parking lots only a short distance away. Off-season these prices are much less expensive.

Croyde Bay Holiday Resort

Croyde Bay Holiday Resort

4 out of 5
Unison, Braunton, England
The price is P6,115 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
P6,115
P7,337 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Braunton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Saunton Sands and Woolacombe Beach ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (158 reviews)
"Very happy allround"

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

Croyde Bay Holiday Resort
The Dilkhusa Grand Hotel By Compass Hospitality

The Dilkhusa Grand Hotel By Compass Hospitality

3.5 out of 5
Wilder road, Ilfracombe, England
The price is P3,418 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
P3,418
P4,101 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Ilfracombe. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
7.4/10 Good! (365 reviews)
"Poor parking but great hotel good value for money and right in the heart of town"

Reviewed on Jul 21, 2025

The Dilkhusa Grand Hotel By Compass Hospitality
Woodford Bridge Country Club

Woodford Bridge Country Club

4 out of 5
Milton Damerel, Holsworthy, England
The price is P5,574 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
P5,574
P6,689 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star guesthouse in Holsworthy. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Fantastic location
"Great cottage. Has everything you need for a relaxing stay plus a leisure complex with pool, sauna and steam room. Plus gym and outdoor gym."

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025

Woodford Bridge Country Club
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North Devon Resort

North Devon Resort

3.5 out of 5
Marlborough Rd, Ilfracombe, England
Stay at this 3.5-star beach apartment in Ilfracombe. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and onsite spa services. Popular attractions Ilfracombe Harbour ...
7.6/10 Good! (85 reviews)
"A great friendly place to stay. Staff were really nice and the food was lovely. Will definitely be going back."

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

North Devon Resort
Westbeach Holiday Apartments

Westbeach Holiday Apartments

4 out of 5
Nelson Rd, Bideford, England
Stay at this 4-star beach apartment in Bideford. Enjoy free parking, balconies or patios, and rainfall showerheads. Popular attractions North Devon Coast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (119 reviews)
Great value
"Amazing location for exploring area. Steps to beach a little precarious for those who are infirm. Close to beach and a couple of bars who had live entertainment both nights."

Reviewed on Jun 24, 2025

Westbeach Holiday Apartments
Late Rooms at North Devon Resort

Late Rooms at North Devon Resort

3 out of 5
Marlborough Road, Ilfracombe, England
Stay at this 3-star spa aparthotel in Ilfracombe. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Ilfracombe Harbour and Woolacombe ...
7/10 Good! (16 reviews)
Lovely place to stay
"The holiday was amzazing, the rooms could do with a re-vamp. We could see loads of work going on. Definitely on our to come back list."

Reviewed on Mar 11, 2025

Late Rooms at North Devon Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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