Braunton
Things to do in Braunton, Devon
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Braunton sits in North Devon between the coast and the inland levels. The town has a decent range of places to eat, from the high-street casual (Hollerbird, rated 4.1 from around 2,970 reviews) to more considered options. The Siam Bistro and Beyond the Break both rate 4.6 and above, and there are several cafes dotted through town, including Wild Thyme Juice Cafe. The Beach Cafe sits at 4.4 from over 600 reviews.
Saunton Sands, rated 5.0 from 22 reviews, is the main draw—a proper beach a few minutes from the centre. For families with younger children, The Quay Indoor Softplay offers an alternative when the weather turns. The Braunton and District Museum, also rated 5.0 from 22 reviews, gives a window onto local life. The five hotels and guest houses here range from the Saunton Sands Hotel Source Spa and Wellness, which offers spa facilities, to smaller operations like Thistledene. The Croyde Bay Hotel is the most heavily reviewed at 4.6 from 662 reviews; The Brookfield rates 4.8 but from a smaller base.
This is a working North Devon town with the beach close by and genuine eating places, rather than a resort. There's enough here for a few days, and the beach itself is the real reason to come.
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Attractions Near Braunton
All attractions in Braunton →Worth the trip — within 50 miles of Braunton.
3 mi
Croyde Deckchair Cinema
Croyde · ⭐ 4.8
Ilfracombe Mystery Treasure Trail
Ilfracombe
4 mi
Marwood Hill Gardens
Barnstaple · ⭐ 4.7
Westward Ho! Beach
Bideford · ⭐ 4.7
4 mi
Woolacombe Sands
Woolacombe · ⭐ 4.5
4 mi
Woolacombe Riding Stables
Woolacombe · ⭐ 4.3
5 mi
Lets Go!
Barnstaple · ⭐ 3.9
5 mi
Monster Slip and Slide - North Devon
Barnstaple · ⭐ 4.8
Camping in Braunton
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Secret Spot Camping
⭐ 4.7 · from £70/night
Lobb Fields Caravan and Camping Park
⭐ 4.5 · from £16/night
The Orchard at Fairlinch
⭐ 4.0 · from £36/night
Fairlinch Camping
⭐ 4.0 · from £28/night
Braunton Sands Campsite
⭐ 5.0 · from £50/night
Meadowsweet Farm
⭐ 4.6 · from £26/night
Crowborough Farm
⭐ 5.0 · from £24/night
Incledon Farm Camping
⭐ 4.7 · from £28/night
Self-Catering Cottages in Braunton
All cottages in Braunton →Mont Blanc House
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £423
Dolphin Cottage
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £427
Rivers View
3 bed · sleeps 5 · from £567
Ash Barn
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £587
Crossroads
4 bed · sleeps 8 · from £907
The Garden Cottage
3 bed · sleeps 5 · from £777
5 Ocean Point
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £917
16 Ocean Point
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £867
Common questions about Braunton
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