What's on inBarnstaple


Welcome to Barnstaple

Enjoy a mix of heritage, history, lively arts whilst visiting Barnstaple - our guide to events and days out is just the ticket.

Whether you're looking to brush up on local history at a museum, enjoy local arts, watch some sport, or listen to live music, you're sure to find things to do in Barnstaple to suit all the family, whatever the weather.

Editor's Picks






Forthcoming events in Barnstaple

30
MAR
The Hound of the Baskervilles
Queen's Theatre

Once facing each other as mortal enemies as the Doctor and Davros in Doctor Who Baker and Molloy who is best known for playing the infamous Mike Tucker in The Archers for over 40 years return as the iconic dynamic duo of…

TEL:
ratingratingratingratingrating
10
MAY
G4 20th Anniversary Tour - BARNSTAPLE
Queen's Theatre

.G4 have been wowing audiences with their incredible harmonies and stunning vocals ever since appearing on the first series of the X Factor in 2004.Their unique blend of classical training alongside a pioneering approach to popular classics has seen them hailed as…

TEL:
ratingratingratingratingrating

Tourist Attractions


Exmoor Zoological Park

A unique zoo, combining a relaxed and informal atmosphere with many of the birds and animals at liberty within the grounds. This is complemented by the picturesque views and maintained gardens, combining both endangered and domestic animals and birds in one location. A charming visit, with something for…

Exmoor Zoo

Exmoor Zoo is a unique and unusual zoo to visit Opened in 1982 the zoo is now an ideal family venue, catering very well for the younger generation. So much change has taken place, that even a visit last year, will today see new exhibits and animals.The zoo…

Dartington Crystal

No trip to Devon is complete without a visit to Dartington Crystal Factory Experience.See first hand how our crystal is hand crafted with skill and care from the blowing of the molten glass through to the final finishing. There's lots more to see and do that will make…

Marwood Hill Gardens

20 acres of beautiful gardens and three lakes in a valley setting with Plant Centre and Garden Tea Room.The creator of the gardens was Dr James Smart VMH. who moved to Marwood in 1949. The land that is now Marwood Hill Gardens consisted then of an old broken…

Bideford and Instow Railway

Bideford Railway Heritage Centre manages the Bideford station site and Instow signal box both of which are on the former railway line from Barnstaple to Bideford in North Devon. The railway line is now part of the popular Tarka Trail and so our two sites provide points of…

Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park

Come see; T‐Rex, Dilophosaurus, Megalosaurus, Dinosaur Museum, Apes & Monkeys, Sealions, Meerkats, WolvesParrots, Birds of Prey, Otters, Butterfly House, Beautiful Waterfall and Gardens, Earthquake Train Ride, Snow Leopard,Snakes, Dragon Lizards, Insects and Spiders, Penquins, 'Out Of This World' Light Show, and much more.Last year saw the arrival of…

Want more?

Want to see what other attractions to visit when in Barnstaple ? See our list of attractions in Barnstaple , including theme parks, castles, historic houses, zoos and many more family days out.