With one of the UK’s largest and industry-leading wakeboarding facilities only a 20-minute drive away, an adventurer’s stay wouldn’t be complete without a visit to North Devon Wakepark.
This landmark destination offers activities for all ages and abilities. Beginners can enjoy professionally coached lessons and get cruising in no time.
For those who want an instant laugh, why not try the inflatable aqua park — a floating obstacle course filled to the brim with action-packed fun!
North Devon Wakepark.
If you are in Westward Ho! and fancy a more relaxed approach to your time on the water, give SUP a go! Westward Ho!’s calmer conditions can provide some of the best SUP conditions locally. Access to rentals and lessons is readily available within the Westward Ho! area. Surf SUP Accademy is based in the village at Latitude 51 and offer lessons to all ages and abilities - surfsupacademy.co.uk
For those who really want to push the boat out (no pun intended), Bideford Bay is your gateway into the sub-aquatic world! Only a 40-minute drive away, Ilfracombe is home to North Devon’s PADI 5 Star Dive Centre, with dedicated trips to scuba dive and snorkel at Lundy Island.
Looking for a fun day out that won’t cost a penny? Head down to the Westward Ho! Sea Water Pool, right on the seafront and just a short trip from Westward Living.
This much-loved tidal pool is naturally filled by the sea, making it a fantastic spot for a refreshing dip without heading into the open water. Bring your swimmers, a picnic and the family, and enjoy a splash, a swim and some spectacular coastal views.
It’s a simple, free North Devon activity that’s perfect for a sunny afternoon — and a great way to enjoy the seaside without breaking the holiday budget!
The North Devon Surf School is located on burrows and has an excellent reputation amongst locals and visitors for providing quality professional tuition all year round, they are less than 50 meters from the beach so you couldn't be any closer to the waves.
There is a reason why surfers love North Devon, Westward Ho! is a very popular choice for surfers of all ages and abilities. Our self-catering holiday cottages are onlya short drive from the beach and really is a must if you are planning a visit to Westward Living. Westward Ho! surfing can be as fun or as serious as you want it to be, if you’re planning to enjoy the North Devon coast’s amazing surfing conditions, you might want to pack a board, wetsuit, wax and leash –but don’t worry if you don’t have your own equipment, there are plenty of surf schools and shops which rent in and around Westward Ho!
Westward Ho! village is well known locally for banning the sale of single use boogie boards. Instead, there are many outlets that offer a for Hire service, that allows visitors to use better value boards while reducing their impact on the environment.
