In choosing the Ephcris Guest House as your holiday destination you can explore Ilfracombe and use the location as a gateway to all that North Devon has to offer from stunning coastal scenery, fun days out, entertaining events and historical places of interest.

Ilfracombe affords you a place to relax surrounded by centuries of heritage whilst also providing a contemporary edge with top class restaurants and a thriving art scene with the added appeal of being a traditional seaside resort with boat trips, excursions and of course fish & chips and ice cream.

Places & Trips

Lundy Island

Situated off the coast of North Devon, natural beauty, remote and tranquil, without roads, cars or pollution.

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Tunnels Beaches

The Tunnels were hand carved in the 1820’s and feature an award winning beach and Victorian tidal pool.

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Ilfracombe Museum

Discover the story of Ilfracombe’s rich local & maritime history.

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Obsession Boat Charters

Boat trips, charters, diving and fishing all from Ilfracombe Harbour.

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Restaurants & Cafes

Terrace Tapas

Situated off the coast of North Devon, natural beauty, remote and tranquil, without roads, cars or pollution plus you can sail there from Ilfracombe.

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Take Thyme

Take Thyme is 50 yards from Ilfracombe harbour and specialises in locally caught fish, seafood, and Exmoor reared steaks.

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Giovanni & Luca

Authentic Italian food, cooked to recipes handed down through the generations using fresh local ingredients with added flair.

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Thomas Carr 1873

Ilfracombe’s very own Michelin Star dining experience from local chef Thomas Carr. Local quality fish and much more.

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Espresso

Specialists in fresh seafood and locally butchered Exmoor beef, with crab and lobster caught just off the Ilfracombe coast.

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Relish

Specialising in quality fresh seafood meals including a Seafood Platter featuring whole Lundy lobster and much more.

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71

Using the best of Devon’s fresh produce to ensure that the food takes centre stage with some excellent fish dishes

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Wards

A warm and welcoming environment in the heart of Ilfracombe’s  foodie quarter on St James Place

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The Antidote

Intimate dining and exceptional food from a Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand 2021 restaurant on St James’ Place

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Public Houses

George & Dragon

Traditional pub dated 1360 serving food and ales in the harbour area of Ilfracombe

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Prince of Wales

A traditional pub with friendly locals situated on historic Fore St just a stones throw from Ilfracombe harbour

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Hip & Pistol

Great beers, quirky interior, friendly people, great food and an outdoor south facing seating area.

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Pier Tavern

Home of the Wizard Brewery with live music, good food & the wonderful poop deck to enjoy the sunsets

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