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About Croyde

Croyde has an olde-world charm of immense appeal to everyone. It is one of those places that in spite of encroaching modernity and an influx of youthful enthusiastic surfers and walkers, has fortunately managed to retain its 'old fashioned serenity' and friendly welcoming atmosphere.

Croyde village has a scattering of thatched, colourwashed cottages and other delightful buildings, all sheltered by dunes which stand between the village and the bay. The grassy dunes, crossed by rippling streams show several varieties of pretty wild flowers and although the bay is popular with surfers it is unsafe for bathing at low tide. In the hinterland beyond the coast there are fascinating old villages - at Georgenham, the ancient church of St.George stands in the midst of a cluster of enchanting thatched cottages. Other features of this lovely holiday area include attractive coastal walks across fine National Trust land. From Baggy Point, owned by the NT there are splendid, far reaching views to Lundy Island. Beneath Baggy Point lies a large cave which can only be reached by boat at low tide.

Situated in one of England's finest coastal regions, Croyde offers a worthwhile holiday resort for every member of the family. There is a wealth of interesting architecture in the area, pleasant inns and restaurants, fabulous sandy beaches, excellent opportunities for watersports and an abundance of wild sea-birds and other sea life. Croyde also has a fascinating gem rock and stone museum.

For fun, sea, sand and a great deal of pleasure, Croyde is a must!

Places to visit include: Barnstaple for museum and fine gardens, Morwood Hill Gardens, Woolacombe, The Taw Estuary or Enjoy a fishing trip.

CROYDE BAY:
The village's thatched, picturesque cottages are sheltered by dunes which stand between the village and Croyde Bay's beautiful sandy beach. In recent years the bay, which has always been popular, has become increasingly busy with surfers. Surfboards and beach equipment can be hired locally, and there are plenty of pleasant places to enjoy a meal and a drink. Visitors will find attractive shops, with souvenirs and paintings, some by local artists.

Because Croyde is somewhat smaller than its near neighbours it can get very busy during the summer months, particularly with visitors who flock here for the excellent windsurfing and swimming. It is also an ideal location for walking, with a pleasant walk along a coastal footpath to Baggy Point, where National Trust land offer splendid sea and coastal views. On a clear day, Lundy, some 15 miles offshore is visible from this dramatic headland. Baggy Hole, a large cave carved into the headland can be reached by boat at low tide.

There is a wide choice of holiday accommodation in the area, this ranges from luxury hotels, to guest houses, self-catering holiday cottages and friendly Bed and Breakfast rooms in local homes.

Croyde Bay sits between the beaches of Saunton Sands and Putsborough Sands, both offer attractive beaches for sunbathing and swimming.

Planning a visit? Please see below for other recommended towns, attractions and recommended hotels nearby.

Distances and directions below are approximate. For true driving distances please visit the AA Route Planner

Recommended attractions near Croyde

Once Upon a Time, Woolacombe	(3.6 miles, 5.8 km, direction NE)	Pictures
Crow Point Lighthouse	(4.4 miles, 7.1 km, direction S)	Pictures
Northam Burrows Country Park	(6.1 miles, 9.8 km, direction S)	Pictures
Watermouth Castle	(8.7 miles, 14.0 km, direction NE)	Pictures
Combe Martin Wildlife & Dinosaur Park	(10.3 miles, 16.6 km, direction E)	Pictures
Arlington Court	(10.4 miles, 16.8 km, direction E)	Pictures
Milky Way Adventure Park, Clovelly	(12.5 miles, 20.1 km, direction SW)	Pictures
RHS Garden Rosemoor	(13.5 miles, 21.8 km, direction S)	Pictures
The Valley of Rocks	(17.2 miles, 27.6 km, direction E)	Pictures
Glen Lyn Gorge	(18.1 miles, 29.1 km, direction E)	Pictures
Watersmeet House	(19.6 miles, 31.6 km, direction E)	Pictures
Lundy Island	(19.6 miles, 31.6 km, direction W)	Pictures
Lynmouth Foreland Lighthouse	(20.3 miles, 32.6 km, direction E)	Pictures

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Recommended towns near Croyde

Appledore, in the county of Devon (5.5 miles, 8.8 km, direction S)
Appledore is as enchanting as its name. It is a pretty place that shows a host of colourful fishermens cottages in the narrow streets beyond the quay
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Instow, in the county of Devon (5.7 miles, 9.1 km, direction S)
Instow is a gorgeous seaside resort with a mass of golden sands backed by a delightful village clambering upwards to meet with fine wooded countryside.
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Combe Martin, a Picturesque Village in the county of Devon (9.8 miles, 15.7 km, direction NE)
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Clovelly, a Picturesque Village in the county of Devon (11.9 miles, 19.2 km, direction SW)
Clovelly is beautiful, it retains an 'Olde Worlde' charm that even along this breathtaking coastline, is simply incomparable.
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High Bickington, in the county of Devon (14.8 miles, 23.7 km, direction SE)
High Bickington lies in one of England's most beautiful and relaxing regions, it is a short distance from the meandering River Taw and is ideally set close to both Dartmoor and Exmoor.
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Hartland, in the county of Devon (14.9 miles, 23.9 km, direction SW)
There is not a lot to beat the sound of waves crashing against the rocky promontory which was known by the Roman's as the "Promontory of Hercules".
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Hartland Quay, in the county of Devon (16.5 miles, 26.6 km, direction SW)
The beauty of Hartland Quay is only eclipsed by the rugged cliffs which loom above it.
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Chittlehamholt, in the county of Devon (16.8 miles, 27.1 km, direction SE)
Chittlehamholt is a lovely peaceful village lying in unspoilt countryside close to the River Taw.
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Mariansleigh, in the county of Devon (21.3 miles, 34.3 km, direction SE)
This charming tiny village is set in lovely rural mid-Devonshire countryside within a short distance from the meandering River Mole in the beautiful Mole Valley, and the picturesque Crooked Oak stream.
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Stratton, in the county of Cornwall (24.4 miles, 39.2 km, direction SW)
Stratton is a short distance inland from the resort of Bude and was the scene of a Civil War battle in 1643.
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Bude, in the county of Cornwall (25.2 miles, 40.6 km, direction SW)
Backed in parts by grassy downs, the wide sandy sweep of Bude Bay with creamy waves flowing in endless procession from the Atlantic make this a perfect summer place for surfers.
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Nearby travel help

Barnstaple Station	(8.0 miles, 12.9 km, direction SE)
Chapleton Station	(11.6 miles, 18.7 km, direction SE)
M4 Junction 37	(35.1 miles, 56.4 km, direction NE)
M4 Junction 38	(36.2 miles, 58.3 km, direction NE)
Cardiff International Airport	(42.0 miles, 67.6 km, direction NE)
Exeter Airport	(44.3 miles, 71.3 km, direction SE)
Croyde to London	(179.2 miles, 288.4 km, direction E)

Hotels & Accommodation in Croyde

Hotel Name	Approximate distance from Croyde center
The Saunton Sands Hotel	(0.9 miles, 1.5 km)
The Narracott Hotel	(3.0 miles, 4.8 km, direction N)
Watersmeet Hotel	(3.3 miles, 5.4 km, direction N)
Foxhunters Inn	(3.9 miles, 6.3 km, direction E)
Sunnymeade Country Hotel	(4.2 miles, 6.7 km, direction NE)
Sea Breeze House	(6.3 miles, 10.1 km, direction NE)
The Dorchester Guest House	(6.4 miles, 10.2 km, direction NE)
St Brannocks House Hotel	(6.4 miles, 10.3 km, direction NE)
Westwell Hall Hotel	(6.4 miles, 10.3 km, direction NE)
Norbury House Stylish Accommodation	(6.4 miles, 10.3 km, direction NE)
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