Places to see in ( Ilfracombe - UK )
Places to see in ( Ilfracombe - UK )
Ilfracombe is a seaside resort and civil parish on the North Devon coast, England, with a small harbour surrounded by cliffs. Ilfracombe stretches along the coast from the 'Coastguard Cottages' in Hele Bay toward the east and 4 miles along the Torrs to Lee Bay toward the west. The resort of Ilfracombe is hilly and the highest point within the parish boundary is at 'Hore Down Gate', 2 miles inland and 860 feet (270 m) above sea level.
The landmark of Hillsborough Hill dominates the harbour and is the site of an Iron Age fortified settlement. In the built environment, the architectural-award-winning Landmark Theatre is either loved or hated for its unusual double-conical design. The 13th century parish church, Trinity, and the St Nicholas's Chapel (a lighthouse) on Lantern Hill, have been joined by the Damien Hirst owned statue, Verity, as points of interest.
Ilfracombe overlies slates formed from sedimentary rock that underwent geological stress (creating faults and folds), towards the end of the Carboniferous Period, around 300 million years ago. These are known as the Ilfracombe slates. Ilfracombe lies within the North Devon Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty which is renowned for its dramatic coastal cliffs and landscape.
Ilfracombe is at the southern end of the A361, the longest 3-digit A-road in England. From 1874, Ilfracombe was served by the Ilfracombe railway line that ran from Barnstaple, but this closed in 1970. Now, the nearest National Rail railway station is in Barnstaple and buses provide the public transport link from there to Ilfracombe.
Alot to see in ( Ilfracombe - UK ) such as :
Watermouth Castle
Chambercombe Manor
South West Coast Path
The Ilfracombe Aquarium
Croyde Beach
Bull Point Lighthouse
Marwood Hill Gardens
Ilfracombe Museum
Broomhill Art Gallery & Sculpture Garden
Bicclescombe Park
Woolacombe Beach
Rapparee Cove
Cheyne Beach
Tunnels Beach
Lantern Hill
Hele Beach
Combe Martin Wildlife & Dinosaur Park
Rockham Bay
North Devon AONB
Lee Bay Beaches
Larkstone
Hele Bay
Grunta Beach
Samson's Bay
North Devon Heritage Coast
Tunnels Beaches
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Holmes and Waston: The Farewell Tour - UK TOUR 2017
Following its sold out run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Holmes and Watson continue with their farewell tour in 2017!
Alongside his faithful sidekick Dr Watson and with the able aid of trusted compatriots Mrs. Hudson and Inspector Lestrade of Scotland Yard, Sherlock Holmes will attempt to re-enact one of his most baffling unsolved cases, promising an evening of intrigue, amazement and amusement.
'People were gasping and howling with laughter' OXFORD TIMES *****
Pit your deductive skills against those of the Great Detective as a case unfolds before your very eyes; get a glimpse of the fabled Satsuma Stone, once stolen from the crown of William of Orange; and thrill to the re-creation of the deadly struggle at the Reichenbach Falls!
'…an excellent romp of a mystery that will have you laughing along’, BROADWAY BABY *****
Expertly written by Stuart Fortey, there’s everything you might expect from Sherlock Holmes - and more!
This is your final chance to catch Holmes and Watson on their farewell tour. Don’t miss it, it’s elementary!
TOUR DATES:
ABERDEEN
Wednesday 22nd February, 7.30pm – Kemnay Village Hall (Kemnay Library)
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BUCKIE
Thursday 23rd February, 7.30pm – Venue TBC
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INVERNESS
Friday 24th February, 7.30pm – Eden Court Theatre and Cinema
01463 234 234 eden-court.co.uk/…/holmes-watson-the-farewell-t…
ABERDEEN
Saturday 25th February, 7.30pm – Baden Powell Community Hall (Central Filling Station)
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SHREWSBURY
Thursday 2nd March, 7.30pm – Theatre Severn (Walker Theatre) 01743 281 281 theatresevern.co.uk/shows/whatson/holmes-watson/
NORTH LONDON
Saturday 4th March, 7.45pm – The Dugdale Centre
020 8807 6680 dugdalecentre.co.uk/whats-on/holmes-and-watson/
GUILDFORD
Saturday 11th March, 8pm – Guildford's Yvonne Arnaud Theatre
01483 440 000 yvonne-arnaud.co.uk/…/holmes-and-watson-the-fare…
SOUTH SHIELDS
Wednesday 15th March, 7.30pm – Customs House
0191 454 1234 customshouse.co.uk/…/holmes-and-watson%3A-the-…/
STOKE-ON-TRENT
Friday 17th March, 7.30pm – Potteries Museum & Art Gallery 01782 232 323 stokemuseums.org.uk/visit/pmag/
SWINDON
Sunday 19th March, 7.30pm – Swindon Arts Centre
01793 524 481 swindontheatres.co.uk/Online/default.asp…
STOWE
Wednesday 22nd March, 8pm – Stowe School (Ugland Auditorium)
01280 825 710 stowe.co.uk/…/a…/holmes-watson-the-farewell-tour
CAMBRIDGE
Thursday 23rd March, 7.30pm – Stapleford Granary
01223 849 004 staplefordgranary.org.uk/…/hwsf17-holmes-watson-the…
ILFRACOMBE (NORTH DEVON)
Saturday 25th March, 8pm – Landmark Theatre Ilfracombe 01271 324 242 northdevontheatres.org.uk/…/holmes-watson-farewell…/
BRACKNELL
Wednesday 29th March, 7.30pm – Wilde Theatre South Hill Park 01344 484 123 southhillpark.org.uk/events/holmes-and-watson/…
CHESHIRE
Friday 31st March, 7.30pm - Wincham Community Centre (Cheshire Rural Touring Arts)
07847 187 983 cheshireruraltouringarts.co.uk/whats-on/
SALE (MANCHESTER)
Saturday 1st April, 2.30pm and 7.30pm - Waterside Arts Centre 0161 912 5616 watersideartscentre.co.uk/…/1943-holmes-and-watson…/
Ilfracombe Seaside Resort And Harbour North Devon 2017.
Ilfracombe is a seaside resort and small harbour surrounded by cliffs on the North Devon coast, England.
The parish stretches along the coast from the 'Coastguard Cottages' in Hele Bay toward the east and 4 miles along the Torrs to Lee Bay toward the west. The resort is hilly and the highest point within the parish boundary is at 'Hore Down Gate', 2 miles inland and 860 feet (270 m) above sea level.
The landmark of Hillsborough Hill dominates the harbour and is the site of an Iron Age fortified settlement. In the built environment, the architectural-award-winning Landmark Theatre is either loved or hated for its unusual double-conical design. The 13th century parish church, Trinity, and the St Nicholas's Chapel (a lighthouse) on Lantern Hill, have been joined by the Damien Hirst owned statue, Verity, as points of interest.
Ilfracombe has been settled since the Iron Age, when the Dumnonii (the Roman name for the inhabitants of the South-West) established a hill fort on the dominant hill, Hillsborough (formerly Hele's Barrow). The origin of the town's name has two possible sources. The first is that it is a derivative of the Anglo-Saxon Alfreinscoma - by which name it was noted in the Liber Exoniensis of 1086. The translation of this name (from Walter William Skeat of the department of Anglo Saxon at Cambridge University) means the Valley of the sons of Alfred. The second origin is that the name Ilfracombe was derived from Norse illf (bad), Anglo-Saxon yfel (evil ford) and Anglo-Saxon cumb (valley) perhaps from a Celtic source (compare Welsh cwm), thus 'The valley with the bad ford'.
The manor house at Chambercombe in east Ilfracombe was recorded in the 1086 Domesday Book as being built by a Norman knight Champernon (from Chambernon in France) who landed with William of Normandy. It is also said to be haunted.
Because of the natural layout of the harbour, Ilfracombe became a significant safe port (registered port of refuge) on the Bristol Channel. It also had trade routes between Kinsale and Tenby, which made the port stronger. In 1208 it was listed as having provided King John with ships and men to invade Ireland; in 1247 it supplied a ship to the fleet that was sent to conquer the Western Isles of Scotland; 6 ships, with 79 men were sent to support the siege of Calais. Ilfracombe was the last disembarkation point for two large forces sent to subdue the Irish. The building which sits on Lantern Hill by the harbour, known as St Nicholas's Chapel (built 1361) is reputed to be the oldest working lighthouse in the UK; a light/beacon has been there for over 650 years.
The novelist Fanny Burney stayed in Ilfracombe in 1817. Her diary entries (31 July – 5 October) record early 19th century life in Ilfracombe: a captured Spanish ship; two ships in distress in a storm; the visit of Thomas Bowdler; and her lucky escape after being cut off by the tide. A few years later in the 1820s a set of four tunnels were hand carved by Welsh miners to permit access to the beaches by horse-drawn carriage as well as by foot. Previously access was gained by climbing the cliffs, rounding the point by boat, swimming or at the lowest tides clambering around the rocks of the point. These tunnels led to a pair of tidal pools, which in accordance with Victorian morals, were used for segregated male and female bathing. Whereas women were constrained to a strict dress code covering up the whole body, men generally swam naked. The tunnels are still viewable and are signposted as Tunnels Beaches.
In 1856 writer Mary Ann Evans (pen-name George Eliot) accompanied George Henry Lewes to Ilfracombe to gather materials for his work Seaside Studies published in 1858.
The town's first lifeboat was bought in 1828 but a permanent service was not available until the Royal National Lifeboat Institution built a lifeboat station at the bottom of Lantern Hill near the pier in 1866. The present station at Broad Street dates from 1996.
In 1911, the Irish nationalist Anna Catherine Parnell (sister of Charles Stewart Parnell) drowned at Ilfracombe.
Miss Alice Frances Louisa Phillips (b. 26 January 1891 at 85 High Street, Ilfracombe) and her father Mr Escott Robert Phillips (b. 1869 Cardiff) held 2nd Class Ticket No. 2 on the Titanic, and set sail from Southampton on 10 April 1912 heading for New Brighton, Pennsylvania. Alice was rescued in boat 12, her father was lost in the disaster.
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The Drop Landmark Ilfracombe May 2010
(unedited) Clips of Devon band 'The Drop' playing Landmark Theatre Ilfracombe in May 2010
Fiddler on the Roof - Landmark Theatre 27 Feb - 1 March 2014
Some highlights and 'behind the scenes' of Fiddler on the Roof performed by West Buckland School at Ilfracombe's Landmark Theatre in 2014.
Welcome to Devon, A Picturesque Tour around an Idyllic Paradise!
''In 2015, Country Life magazine named Devon as the best place to live in England, having assessed each county on 19 separate criteria including health, schools and amenities. It won’t come as a surprise that Devon fared well on landscape but it also ranked highly for green credentials, heritage and local food and pubs.
A relaxed pace of life is a key motivator for people to move to Devon. But it’s important to remember that it’s also home to vibrant urban centres such as Plymouth and Exeter.''++
Enjoy this relaxing compilation as we fly around Devon via drone. We start in the beautiful small fishing town called Brixham, which lies on the East Coast. Brixham is at the southern end of Torbay, across the bay from Torquay, and fishing and tourism are the major industries. From here we head west, flying into the beautiful town of Dartmouth in South West Devon. Situated on the banks of the picturesque River Dart, it’s the perfect year round destination for a short break, day visit or holiday this town has something to offer, its like paradise.
We continue our tour and head towards the East Coast, here lies Ilfracombe, which has a reputation as the culinary and cultural hub of North West Devon has been steadily growing for the past few years, with many visitors referring to it as the new St. Ives. The seaside town is home to renowned artist Damien Hirst’s famous 20m high sculpture, Verity, and a collection of local galleries featuring a mix of local and international artists. If you’re visiting in May, you’ll also be able to take in the town’s Art Trail, featuring open studios, live music and locally produced food.
For other creative entertainment, check out the programme at Ilfracombe’s Landmark Theatre, ranging from vintage festivals to internationally acclaimed music, drama and comedies.
This picturesque harbour town is steeped in maritime history and remains one of the key working fishing ports in North West Devon, reflected in the local menus. Try the restaurants on ‘foodie’ Fore Street and around the Harbour for high-quality menus featuring seasonal, local produce.
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Basket Case FALLING APART Landmark Theatre 2015
Falling Apart & North Devon Bikers in Ilfracombe; September 2015
Ilfracombe Tourist Information Centre - What's On Diary
Visit visitilfracombe.co.uk tourist information centre for accommodation, attractions and events in Ilfracombe, North Devon. The Tourist Information Centre is located in the Landmark Theatre.
Ilfracombe in Devon
Ilfracombe is a seaside resort and civil parish on the North Devon coast, England, with a small harbour surrounded by cliffs.
The parish stretches along the coast from the 'Coastguard Cottages' in Hele Bay toward the east and 4 miles along the Torrs to Lee Bay toward the west. The resort is hilly and the highest point within the parish boundary is at 'Hore Down Gate', 2 miles inland and 860 feet above sea level.
The landmark of Hillsborough Hill dominates the harbour and is the site of an Iron Age fortified settlement. In the built environment, the architectural-award-winning Landmark Theatre is either loved or hated for its unusual double-conical design. The 13th century parish church, Holy Trinity, and the St Nicholas's Chapel (a lighthouse) on Lantern Hill, have been joined by the Damien Hirst owned statue, Verity, as points of interest.
Some clips in Ilfracombe
Este es un video de algunos entrenamientos en un puebli de inglaterra ilfracombe junto a un estudiante aleman llamado Paul espero que os guste edita SergioGR
'When I Take My Morning Promenade'
Originally made famous by Marie Lloyd, I sang this saucy song during our Ilfracombe Victorian Week production of 'Upstairs Downstairs Vol 2 - Mrs Hedge's Holiday'. As always, the show was a huge success thanks to our wonderful producer Laurence Butler and musical director Alan Norman. By the way, I'm still not sure he had both hands on the piano!! Hope you enjoy this clip as much as Ilfracombe enjoys the whole show every year. 2012 Victorian Week will be held June 9th - 16th and 'Upstairs Downstairs Vol 4 - Murder at Brannock Hall' will be at The Landmark Theatre on the 13th and 14th. Fun and Frollicks guaranteed!!
Dead Famous in Ilfracombe
This is the second of The Dead Famous in Ilfracombe graveyard tours. Where we have actors playing the part of the deceased or a relative of the deceased. Profits from the tours go to charitable organisations in Ilfracombe.
Make You Feel My Love.wmv
Chivenor Military Wives Choir singing Make You Feel My Love at the Landmark Theatre 13th May 2012. Also in attendance the RM Band Plymouth and Plymouth MWC.
Ilfracombe II
El pueblo de Ilfracombe en una tarde nublada.
Steeleye Span 50th Anniversary Tour 2019
Steeleye Span's 50th Anniversary Tour will continue this winter! You can see a list of dates below:
November:
14th – Hedon Zwolle Holland
15th – Concertzaal Tilburg Holland
16th – Duiker Hoofddorp Holland
17th – Paard Den Haag Holland
20th – Theatre Royal Margate
Box Office: 01843 292795
21st – St Mary In The Castle Hastings
Box Office: 01424 715880
22nd – Alban Arena St Albans
Box Office: 01727 844488
23rd – Harlequin Theatre Redhill
Box Office: 01737 276500
24th – Forum Theatre Malvern
Box Office: 01684 892277
26th – Floral Pavilion New Brighton
Box Office: 01516 660000
27th – Oran Mor Glasgow
Box Office: 0141 357 6200
28th – The Atkinson Southport
Box Office: 01704 533333
29th – Bradford Cathedral Bradford
Box Office: 01274 432000
December:
1st – Great British Folk Festival
2nd – The Apex Bury St Edmunds
Box Office: 01284 758000
3rd / 4th – The Stables Milton Keynes
Box Office: 01908 280800
6th – Borough Theatre Abergavenny
Box Office: 01873 850805
7th – Theatr Mwldan Cardigan
Box Office: 01239 621200
8th – Cheese & Grain Frome
Box Office: 01373 455420
9th – Corn Exchange Exeter
Box Office: 01392 665938
11th – Haymarket Theatre Basingstoke
Box Office: 01256 844244
12th – Brighton Dome Brighton
Box Office: 01273 709709
14th – Landmark Theatre Ilfracombe
Box Office: 01271 316523
15th – City Hall Salisbury
Box Office: 01722 434434
16th – Town Hall Birmingham
Box Office: 01217 803333
17th – The Barbican London
Box Office: 02076 388891
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Ilfracombe V
Un recorrido por la Forestreet, este pueblo existe desde la edad de hierro fundado por celtas.
Our Fairytale Cottage In Devon
Our Fairytale Cottage In Devon// Happy New Year 2019! Time for the first video of the year which I'm so excited about. We started the New Year in North Devon where we stayed at the cutest holiday cottage owned by The Landmark Trust near Peppercombe Beach. Pure bliss without WiFi or any phone signal giving us all the time to chill and relax. If you're looking for some peace and quiet, you can rent this beautiful wee cottage in the woods. We had our godson Luca with us who visited us in the UK for the first time and it was just wonderful. We were struggling a bit with Ilfracombe as it looked a lot more promising on the internet.
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Richard Digance - Letter From Afghanistan
This was a new song of Richard's filmed at the Landmark Theatre, Ilfracombe in summer 2010.
Thr WAVERLY.
August 2010 last Swansea to Ilfracombe N-Devon Waverley ferry journey!
It's Raining Men performed by Tara Davin
Girls' Night - Lane Theatre, Newquay, Cornwall - November 2008