Ilfracombe
Parish in North Devon, Devon, England
| Coordinates: | 51.197, -4.131 |
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| OS grid ref: | SS 51 46 |
| Population: | 11,184 |
| Dialling code: | 01271 (Barnstaple) |
Ilfracombe sits on the rugged coast of North Devon in Devon, overlooking the Bristol Channel, and is notable for its steep, wooded valleys leading down to a compact Victorian harbour. The town is known for the hand-cut rock pools and promenades of Tunnels Beaches, the South West Coast Path that threads dramatic cliffs and bays, and the striking Damien Hirst sculpture "Verity" which towers by the harbour as a modern landmark.
Historically a fishing port with boatbuilding and maritime links, Ilfracombe now has an economy centred on tourism, arts and local services; you’ll find independent shops, galleries, seafood restaurants and a busy summer calendar of events. The community retains a strong maritime character and a mix of Victorian architecture and contemporary cultural venues such as the Landmark Theatre, making it both a working harbour and a popular seaside destination.
Postcode districts covering Ilfracombe
Most populated places nearby
- Barnstaple 8.7 miles14.1 km
- Bideford 12.9 miles20.7 km
- Ilfracombe 0.5 miles0.8 km
Neighbouring places
- Ilfracombe Built-up area 0.5 miles0.8 km
- Ilfracombe West Ward 0.7 miles1.1 km
- Ilfracombe East Ward 1.1 miles1.8 km
- Chambercombe Built-up area 1.3 miles2.1 km
- West Down Parish 2.6 miles4.2 km
- Mortehoe Parish 2.9 miles4.6 km
- Woolacombe Built-up area 3 miles4.8 km
- Berrynarbor Built-up area 3.1 miles4.9 km
- Bittadon Parish 3.1 miles5 km
- Combe Martin Built-up area 4.6 miles7.5 km
- Georgeham Built-up area 5 miles8.1 km
- Braunton East Ward 5.4 miles8.7 km
Example postcodes in Ilfracombe
EX34 9EN, EX34 8JB, EX34 9PT, EX34 9QB, EX34 8HT, EX34 9EF, EX34 8BP, EX34 9QA, EX34 8EG … See all
Transport links
- Cardiff Airport 36.7 miles59.1 km
- Exeter International Airport 44.7 miles71.9 km
- Barnstaple Railway Station 9 miles14.5 km
- Killington Lane Railway Dtation 9.8 miles15.8 km
Hotels in Ilfracombe Ad
- Ilfracombe Carlton Hotel - Hotel
- The Darnley Hotel
- The Grand Harbour Hotel 3
- The Royal Britannia
- Dilkhusa Grand Hotel by Compass Hospitality 3
- Imperial Hotel 3
Schools in Ilfracombe
- Ilfracombe C of E Junior School Primary
- Ilfracombe Infant and Nursery School Primary
- The Ilfracombe C of E Academy Secondary
Local points of interest
- Putsborough Beach Beach 5.3 miles8.5 km
- Saunton Sands Beach 7.8 miles12.6 km
- Braunton Burrows Hill 8.1 miles13 km
- Mouthmill Beach Beach 18.1 miles29.1 km
- Brownsham Wood Historic site 18.9 miles30.4 km