Ilfracombe Seafront History Walking Guided Tour | 1 hour 30 minutes

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Ilfracombe Seafront History Walking Guided Tour
2 Adults x $17.57
$35.14
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$35.14

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  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
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Overview

Discover Ilfracombe's Enigmatic Seafront! Step into the mysteries of Ilfracombe's vibrant history with our captivating walking history guided tour along the iconic seafront. Embark on an unforgettable journey from the historic Landmark Theatre, formerly known as the Ilfracombe Hotel, to the charming Pier nestled in the heart of the bustling harbour. Uncover True Stories and Strange Events Delve into the annals of time as our expert guides regale you with true stories and strange events that have shaped Ilfracombe's rich tapestry. Hear tales of legendary smugglers who once roamed these very shores, evading capture and leaving behind a legacy of mystery. Explore Iconic Buildings and Hidden Gems Marvel at the architectural splendour of iconic buildings each with its own tale to tell. From the elegant Victorian facades to hidden gems tucked away in narrow alleys, every corner reveals a piece of Ilfracombe's captivating history. Join Us on an Adventure Through Time

Itinerary

  • The Landmark Theatre

    The Ilfracombe Hotel was built in the town's Victorian tourist heyday and was the town's first purpose-built luxury hotel. Opened on May 15, 1867, the imposing building occupied a prime site bordering the sea, overlooking Capstone Hill and Wildersmouth beach.

    10 minutes

  • Ilfracombe (Pass By)

    1880s was known as the Alexandra Hotel. 1970’s couple called Blackmore owned or managed the Hotel. Also one of the most Haunted pubs in the town.

  • Ilfracombe Harbour

    There has been a port at Ilfracombe since the 12th Century and a settlement for much longer. Because of the natural layout of the harbour, Ilfracombe became a significant safe port (registered port of refuge) on the Bristol Channel.

    15 minutes

  • St Nicholas Chapel

    St Nicholas's Chapel which is a seamen's chapel dating from the 14th century. It is the only surviving beacon chapel and lighthouse. The chapel was built as a place of worship for the people of Ilfracombe living and working around the harbour. It is known to have been used as a lighthouse at the time of Henry 8th and to this day the light remains on guiding shipping into the harbour.

    5 minutes

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Additional Info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Friendly dogs on leads welcome

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Very enjoyable history tour!

Published on Aug, 2024

I booked this tour, months in advance of our holiday, as I always think that it is important to know a little of the history of where you are staying. We were not disappointed, our guide Mark, was incredibly knowledgable about the history of the beaches, buildings and harbour of Ilfracombe, with some old photos showing days gone by, and a few ghost stories thrown in! Mark answered all our questions and we spent a very enjoyable afternoon on this tour, leaving us with a more enriched view of Ilfracombe. Highly recommend!!

Coomb punches above its size, wait and see!

Published on Mar, 2024

Mark is great, he made the tour interesting, informative and friendly. We walked at a nice pace and enjoyed the informal narrative of history and snippets and ghostly ghouls.

Amazing views

Published on Nov, 2023

Lovely harbour area, I can imagine it’s busy in spring, summer months A lot things closed as winter, but still lovely to walk around with dog

Brilliant

Published on Jul, 2023

Our guide Mark was brilliant, very friendly and I loved to hear about the ghost stories. I would definitely recommend booking this tour.

Interesting walking tour

Published on Jun, 2023

We met outside the theatre and we set off early, as it was just myself and my husband. Mark checked what we wanted to know about, was it both the history and the ghosts, which was great as he tailor made his tour to suit our interests. Lots of interesting facts on Ilfracombe plus some fun ghost stories. Tour ended by the harbour with recommendations for pubs and restaurants. I would recommend this tour.

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