Durrant House Hotel to Northam Burrow Route Guides

Northam Burrows Country Park is approximately 1.5 miles from Durrant House Hotel, making it around a 5-minute drive or a pleasant 30 to 35-minute walk. The route takes you through Northam before reaching one of North Devon's most impressive coastal landscapes. Covering more than 600 acres of sand dunes, salt marshes and open grazing land, Northam Burrows forms part of the UNESCO North Devon Biosphere Reserve and is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest. The reserve is renowned for its spectacular coastal scenery, abundant wildlife and extensive walking trails, while the distinctive Pebble Ridge protects the shoreline from the sea. Visitors can also discover the historic Royal North Devon Golf Club, the oldest golf course in England, which sits within this remarkable natural setting.

Staying at Durrant House Hotel makes Northam Burrows one of the area's easiest natural attractions to visit. Whether walking or driving, you'll soon arrive at miles of open countryside where you can enjoy panoramic views across Bideford Bay, explore the South West Coast Path or continue onto the golden sands of nearby Westward Ho! Beach. The Burrows is particularly popular for birdwatching, photography, family walks and watching the ever-changing coastal scenery throughout the seasons. Combining unspoilt landscapes, fascinating wildlife and easy access from the hotel, Northam Burrows offers a memorable day out and showcases some of the very best scenery along the North Devon coast.