Arrive, unpack and settle into your seaside cabin; do a quick inventory (linen, cooking gear) and confirm parking/exit plans. This eases morning departures and bookings for activities.
An easy first activity — stroll the sandy Croyde Bay to stretch legs and get the bearings; excellent sunset views and a low-effort introduction to the coast. Beaches are open 24/7 but check tide times.
Popular village pub with a seasonal menu and relaxed atmosphere — great for a first-night meal and local ales; booking recommended. Typical opening: midday–late evening (check ahead).
Good local breakfast and coffee to fuel an active morning — cafés typically open from 8:00am; check seasonal hours. If staying in the cabin, prepare a packed sandwich instead.
Beginner-friendly group lessons on Croyde Bay with instructors teaching technique, safety and board control — ideal to learn or refresh skills. Lessons usually run mornings and afternoons (book in advance).
A scenic 3–5 km coastal walk from Croyde to Baggy Point (accessible year-round) — excellent views across the bay and great for photos and short wildlife spotting.
Relax, practise pop-ups on the sand or take a casual bodyboard session; surfboard hire is available if you want another short session (check hire shop hours, usually daytime).
Cook together at the cabin for a relaxed evening, or try another Croyde pub for local seafood — pubs often open evening service from around 5pm/6pm (confirm with venue).
Woolacombe Beach is a large sandy sweep ideal for long walks, safe swimming and cafes along the promenade; public access is free and it’s open year-round.
Choose a beachfront café for light bites or a local pub for a heartier lunch; typical opening from late morning to early evening but check individual venues.
Short coastal walk from Woolacombe to Mortehoe for dramatic headland views and seals on clear days — paths are open public footpaths but can be uneven; wear good shoes.
If you want a slightly upmarket evening, Saunton Sands Hotel offers sea views and a seasonal menu; check their reservation policy and seasonal opening times.
Hire bikes (standard or e-bikes) in Braunton and cycle scenic routes across Braunton Marshes and towards Saunton; good for seeing birdlife and dunes. Hire shops typically open 9:00am; e-bike hire higher cost.
Saunton’s long sandy beach and dunes are perfect for a gentle afternoon: walk, fly kites or relax; the beach is open all day and popular with families and surfers.
Ilfracombe has a vibrant harbour, Damien Hirst’s Verity statue and galleries; harbourside is open year-round though some attractions have seasonal hours (check ahead).
Clovelly is a car-free, cobbled harbour village preserved in traditional style; the village has admission to heritage areas and shops open daily (check seasonal entrance hours and fees).
Cook a communal meal — good opportunity to share photos from the day and relax; supermarkets in nearby Braunton are useful for supplies (check closing times).
Half the group leaves early this morning — finalise luggage, check-out arrangements for those departing and allow extra time for driving. Confirm who will return keys or meet the rest later.
Remaining group can surf, sunbathe or drive 20–30 minutes to Westward Ho! and Bideford for coastal walks and estuary views; shops and cafés there generally open from late morning.
Drive inland (~1 hour) to Exmoor for moorland views, photogenic villages like Porlock or Lynton, and short walks; National Park access is free but some car parks charge (small fees).
Clear the cabin, check cupboards, strip beds if required by the host and confirm any rubbish/linen instructions — leave-on-time and condition can affect security deposits.