The little boy will love the Wildlife and Dinosaur park as you`ve been told, we were 59 and 60 and we did! They have electronically operated dinosaurs that move their heads and roar, also one that SPITS! Just after you enter the park, beware the white cockatoo that`s loose and wandering up and down a low fence. I thought it was lovely when it climbed down off the fence and walked alongside me, till it pecked me on the foot! AND it hurt! It`s quite a large place, with everything going downhill, meaning that you have a steep uphill climb to leave, great place though.
For you and your friend there is a twice weekly market in the Woolacombe area, not far from the Damage Barton caravan park, it`s not large, but food and drink can be bought there and it`s quite cheap, with a free car park. Ilfracombe is also nice for a wander around the souvenir shops and cafes. There was an old fashioned double decker bus parked near the harbour when we were there, doing a tour of the area, but it didn`t actually start there, and I can`t remember where the driver said it did start, sorry.

I forgot to mention Watermouth Castle. We didn`t actually go there as it`s a theme park for young children, but we were told that it was lovely. It`s right opposite Watermouth Cove, a small pretty cove with a small beach. Have a nice holiday!

Thank you ... i think we will give the dinosaur park a try!

Hi Claire

You may find THIS useful.

Pippy

Thats really helpful ... thanks Pippy!!!

Claire, Croyde is one of my favourite places, I stayed on Ruda 11 years ago, I don't think you'll be disappointed and the beach is beautiful. You could also have a drive to Woolacombe, it's not far along the coast. Have a lovely time