Five fantastic things to do in North Devon this May Bank Holiday
May is one of our favourite months of the year here in North Devon.
Not only do we get to enjoy two long weekends, but the sun (usually!) starts to shine and the month continues the steady rise of tourists visiting the area; all enjoying the attractions and splendour North Devon has to offer!
Are you heading down to us for the first Bank Holiday weekend? Not sure what to do? Perhaps we can be off assistance…
Here are five fantastic May Bank Holiday celebrations taking place in our area this weekend:
May Day Parade and Jack In The Green celebration in Ilfracombe:
The May Day festivities mark the celebration of the arrival of summer and the beginning of the new holiday season.
Ilfracombe’s celebrations include music, workshops and other festivities, and they are now held on the Sunday of the May Day Bank Holiday weekend - just make sure you wear something green!
Torrington May Fair:
Torrington’s annual festival to mark the coming of summer takes place on the first Thursday in May and dates back to the sixteenth century.
Crowds gather in the town’s square to watch the celebrations unfold, including May Pole dancing and the ceremonial crowning of the May Queen, all accompanied by music from the town’s own Silver Band.
The Round The Tree race continues festivities on the Friday, while a Carnival takes place on Saturday.
For more information, follow this link.
Northam May Fair:
Celebrations take place in the Community Centre, St Margaret’s Church and outside in the Rectory gardens from 10am on Saturday, April 29th.
Attractions will include vintage cars and bikes, a model railway display, bouncy castle, music and food - and that’s not to mention a medieval re-enactment display and rides on a miniature traction engine!
Check out their Facebook page for more information.
Appledore Sausage and Ale Festival:
The festival is entering its second year, and takes place in St Mary’s Hall in the beautiful riverside village.
The two day event will showcase local ales, ciders and sausages, with some fantastic live music from local bands such as The Rivals, Skata Tones and Liquidators and children’s entertainment from Captain Coconut, Devon Faceprinting and Mr Showers the Clown.
Get to know more about the festival on their Facebook page.
Bradworthy Arts Festival:
Set in the village of Bradworthy, south of the region, the festival takes place from April 29th until May 1st across a range of venues - including the village Church, Chapel and Memorial Hall.
Expect arts and crafts, including live music, workshops and food and drink. There will also be a Welly Wanging event in Bradworthy Play Area on April 1st, as well as a Scarecrow Competition.
There’s so much more to do than just this, though! Find out more.
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There are plenty more things to do in North Devon throughout the month of May - including some fantastic events over the Whitsun Bank Holiday weekend!
Find out about all the family attractions we all love in North Devon, here.
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