Lee Bay
Lee Bay, close to your holiday accommodation at The Fernery, Devon is a truly magical place that is perfect for families and children who want to explore the dramatic and ruggedly beautiful North Devon coast. It always reminds us of a perfect setting for the adventures of Enid Blyton's Famous Five!
Lee Bay is just 2 Miles to the West of Ilfracombe and is ordered on three sides by rolling Devonshire countryside and on the fourth by the Bristol channel. The picturesque village, which enjoys a maritime climate, is situated in a deep combe and heavily wooded in places. It is often referred to locally as "Fuchsia Valley" during the flowering season as many of the village hedgerows are ablaze with the scarlet flowers. Lee Bay's small rocky cove has imposing coastline on either side and is regarded by some as the jewel in the crown of North Devon. At low water, even in the height of the summer, it remains a tranquil spot with its many rock pools and small sandy beach which is perfect for swimming, kayaking and fishing.
For the more energetic, a multitude of splendid, contrasting, local walks stem from the village. Most are well signposted and vary in type and length. This could be considered as one of the most rewarding ways of experiencing the natural outstanding beauty of the area.
Walking in the direction of the sea you will find the Grampus, the one and only local public house which is well worth a visit, with good food and an excellent range of beers brewed in their own microbrewery. Continuing on the narrow path that runs alongside the Grampus and over a small bridge, the path continues through a meadow and eventually arrives at the bay.
Lee Bay is just 2 Miles to the West of Ilfracombe and is ordered on three sides by rolling Devonshire countryside and on the fourth by the Bristol channel. The picturesque village, which enjoys a maritime climate, is situated in a deep combe and heavily wooded in places. It is often referred to locally as "Fuchsia Valley" during the flowering season as many of the village hedgerows are ablaze with the scarlet flowers. Lee Bay's small rocky cove has imposing coastline on either side and is regarded by some as the jewel in the crown of North Devon. At low water, even in the height of the summer, it remains a tranquil spot with its many rock pools and small sandy beach which is perfect for swimming, kayaking and fishing.
For the more energetic, a multitude of splendid, contrasting, local walks stem from the village. Most are well signposted and vary in type and length. This could be considered as one of the most rewarding ways of experiencing the natural outstanding beauty of the area.
Walking in the direction of the sea you will find the Grampus, the one and only local public house which is well worth a visit, with good food and an excellent range of beers brewed in their own microbrewery. Continuing on the narrow path that runs alongside the Grampus and over a small bridge, the path continues through a meadow and eventually arrives at the bay.
Nearby Lee Bay is very special and tranquil place, with a wonderful secret beach only accessible at low tide! Can you find it!