Seashore Scramble, Pirate Day and a Sandcastle Competition are just some of the Free Family Fun Events with the Northam Burrows Rangers This Summer!
Are you looking for something to do with the children this summer holiday? Take a look at what's going on at Northam Burrows!
The enthusiastic team of rangers have free events running every Tuesday and Thursday throughout the summer holidays, giving families the chance to keep children entertained while enjoying the fresh air. At a time when data shows a summer day out at a popular attraction for a family of four can cost more than £125*, these free activities offer an affordable way to make lasting holiday memories without stretching the family budget.
The free trail and craft activities kick off from the Visitor Centre on Thursday 23 July and will be running every Tuesday and Thursday until Tuesday 1 September.
The dates to add to your diary are:
- Thursday 23 July - Meet at Northam Burrows Visitor Centre at 2pm for a Poisonous Plants Guided Walk
- Tuesday 28 July - Drop in at Northam Burrows Visitor Centre to take part in the Big Butterfly Count
- Thursday 30 July - Enjoy stories and crafts on the grass by the Visitor Centre as part of a Teddy Bears' Picnic
- Tuesday 4 August - Meet at Westward Ho! Slipway at 2pm for the Seashore Scramble
- Thursday 6 August - Join in with our Sandcastle Competition on the beach near the Sandymere lifeguard hut
- Tuesday 11 August - Drop in at Northam Burrows Visitor Centre to get ready for the Solar Eclipse
- Thursday 13 August - Join us on the beach near Sandymere lifeguard hut forArt on the Beach
- Tuesday 18 August - Meet us on the slipway at Westward Ho! at 2pm for The Big Seaweed Search
- Thursday 20 August - Drop in at Northam Burrows Visitor Centre for our Pirate Day
- Tuesday 25 August - Drop in at Northam Burrows Visitor Centre for our 'Wonderful Weather' event
- Thursday 27 August - Drop in at Northam Burrows Visitor Centre for Photo Orienteering
- Tuesday 1 September - Look for the blue banner near Westward Ho! slipway to join us in our Rockpool Ramble
Councillor Cottle-Hunkin, Lead Member for Culture & Community Engagement at Torridge District Council, said:
"As a mum to two young children, I know the summer holidays can be an expensive time. But one of the best and most affordable days out has got to be a trip to Westward Ho! beach! It's a great place to cool off, have fun as a family, and make special memories.
These free events on the Burrows are a fantastic way to complement a day at the beach, giving families the chance to connect with nature and discover more about the unique landscape and the amazing wildlife that calls it home.
A huge thank you to the dedicated Ranger team for making these activities possible. We're so incredibly lucky to live in such a beautiful part of the world and have award-winning Blue Flag beaches right on our doorstep. Get out and get involved this summer!"
All activities run from 2pm to 4pm unless otherwise stated, with no booking required. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
There will also be a fairy trail around the sand dunes throughout the summer holidays - visitors can collect a free map from the visitor centre any day between 10am and 5pm to explore in search of magical creatures!
For further details about each event, visit our website www.torridge.gov.uk/northamburrowsevents and social media pages or ask at the Visitor Centre and toll booths.
July 2026
*https://www.confused.com/money-saving/cost-of-enjoying-summer
