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Ilfracombe Seafront History Walking Guided Tour

Ilfracombe, GB
93% of travellers recommend this
Excellent (16 reviews)
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Free Cancellation up to before the experience starts (local time)

    • Duration 1 hour 30 minutes
    • Expert local guide
    • All fees and taxes included
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Dog-friendly on leads

    Explore Ilfracombe's vibrant seafront history with a guided walking tour, uncovering tales of smugglers and hidden gems along the way.

    Featured Reviews

    Excellent (16 reviews)
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    Janet_T
    Aug 24
    I booked this tour, months in advance of our holiday, as I always think that it is important to know a little of the history of where you are staying. We were not disappointed, our guide Mark, was incredibly knowledgable about the history of the beaches, buildings and harbour of Ilfracombe, with some old photos showing days gone by, and a few ghost stories thrown in! Mark answered all our questions and we spent a very enjoyable afternoon on this tour, leaving us with a more enriched view of Ilfracombe. Highly recommend!!
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    joelennard104
    Mar 24
    This was a great 2 hours spent learning about the history of the town and some of its darker secrets. Mark was great and we need to try and catch one of his ghost tours next. Definitely recommend.
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    RonL648
    Mar 24
    Mark is great, he made the tour interesting, informative and friendly. We walked at a nice pace and enjoyed the informal narrative of history and snippets and ghostly ghouls.
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    682mikeo
    Nov 23
    Lovely harbour area, I can imagine it’s busy in spring, summer months A lot things closed as winter, but still lovely to walk around with dog
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    237clarew
    Jul 23
    Our guide Mark was brilliant, very friendly and I loved to hear about the ghost stories. I would definitely recommend booking this tour.
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    Ilfracombe Seafront History Walking Guided Tour

    Explore Ilfracombe's vibrant seafront history with a guided walking tour, uncovering tales of smugglers and hidden gems along the way.

    Highlights

    • Discover the history and strange happenings of Ilfracombes seafront
    • Explore from The Landmark Theatre to Fore Street
    • Hear true stories of strange events, unexpected deaths, ghosts & hauntings
    • Learn about the history of iconic buildings
    • Visit Ilfracombe's oldest pub with 4 residential spirits

    Meeting Point

    We meet outside the Landmark Theatre, Ilfracombe EX34 9BZ Lat/Long 51.210422 -4122743 What 3 words: notion.refilled.pack

    Meeting point

    The Promenade, Ilfracombe EX34 9BZ , United Kingdom

    End point

    End Point

    We finish either at St Nicholas Chappel or the harbour pier near to verity.

    Meeting point

    The Quay, Ilfracombe EX34 9EQ , United Kingdom

    End point

    What to expect

    1

    The Landmark Theatre

    The Ilfracombe Hotel was built in the town's Victorian tourist heyday and was the town's first purpose-built luxury hotel. Opened on May 15, 1867, the imposing building occupied a prime site bordering the sea, overlooking Capstone Hill and Wildersmouth beach.

    Duration 10 minutes
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    Ilfracombe

    1880s was known as the Alexandra Hotel. 1970’s couple called Blackmore owned or managed the Hotel. Also one of the most Haunted pubs in the town.

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    Ilfracombe Harbour

    There has been a port at Ilfracombe since the 12th Century and a settlement for much longer. Because of the natural layout of the harbour, Ilfracombe became a significant safe port (registered port of refuge) on the Bristol Channel.

    Duration 15 minutes
    4

    St Nicholas Chapel

    St Nicholas's Chapel which is a seamen's chapel dating from the 14th century. It is the only surviving beacon chapel and lighthouse. The chapel was built as a place of worship for the people of Ilfracombe living and working around the harbour. It is known to have been used as a lighthouse at the time of Henry 8th and to this day the light remains on guiding shipping into the harbour.

    Duration 5 minutes

    The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

    Additional Information

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      Wheelchair accessible
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      Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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      Service animals allowed
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      Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Additional information
      All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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      Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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      Friendly dogs on leads welcome
    Provided by Devon History Tours

    What our experts say

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      Grab a coffee at The Coffee Cabin nearby.
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      Check out local art at the nearby gallery.
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      Don't miss the sunset views at the pier.
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      Visit Ilfracombe's aquarium after the tour.
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      Wear comfortable shoes for the walk.

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