North Devon Quick Guides – Appledore

WHERE

Appledore is a quaint little village located in North Devon, a short drive from the nearby town of Bideford and about a 25-minute drive from Barnstaple. It sits on the Torridge River and overlooks the pretty village of Instow, where you’ll find a beach that is very popular with local dog-walkers!

WHY VISIT?

If you enjoy quaint fishing villages, with pretty cottages and some good pub food, Appledore is for you. It’s colourful rows of cottages and hidden streets are nice for a wander around, with a sprinkling of cute independent shops and tea-rooms too. Pick a street just off of the main quay and have a nosey! Appledore is a brilliant place to get lost in. Oh, and it’s also the home to the infamous Hockings Ice Cream, a North Devon must. 

COFFEE 

Appledore has a few quaint tea-rooms and cafes that are charming and have delicious offerings. Market Street Kitchen is tucked away behind the main quay and is a quaint little tea-room offering traditional lunches and home-made cakes. There is also the aptly named The Coffee Cabin (amazing iced-lattes!) and also John’s of Appledore (they have a John’s of Instow too!) which also is a farm-shop and deli.

FOOD 

For traditional fish and chips to eat on a bench overlooking the water, you’ll want to find either Sylvesters or The Royal Plaice. Pizza lovers can visit Flame Factory, a dog-friendly restaurant, located right on the main Quay. Or, for more of a treat, head on over to Irsha Street for dinner at The Royal George and ask to be seated in the conservatory, the views are brilliant!

ONE THING TO REMEMBER

I have two things! Firstly, find the cute little pink house down Irsha Street. ANNND make sure to try a Hockings Ice-Cream, you won’t be disappointed!

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