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     • Westward Ho! is known for its surfing seas and the long expanse of clean sand backed by a pebble ridge and grasslands which extends for about three miles.
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   What is Westward Ho known for?

   • Notable old boys included Rudyard Kipling, whose book Stalky & Co. (1899) is based on his time at the College. Westward Ho! is known for its surfing seas and the long expanse of clean sand backed by a pebble ridge and grasslands which extends for about three miles. It has two churches, Westward Ho! Baptist Church and Holy Trinity Church.

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   Where did Westward Ho come from?

   • This was the start of what became Westward Ho! village. North Devon was a busy destination for the Victorians thanks to Charles Kingsley. His novel "Westward Ho!", written in 1855 while he lived in Bideford, became an instant best seller. Many fans of the book flocked to North Devon. A very early shot of the village from the pebble ridge.

   The History of Westward Ho!, North Devon, how the village was created

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   Why should you visit Westward Ho?

   • The whole of the North Devon coast is spectacular with its dramatic looking cliffs and gorgeous, sandy beaches so sightseeing from the water is an ideal way to appreciate it. As a popular holiday destination, particularly for families, you’ll find that there is plenty to see and do while on a visit to Westward Ho!.

   Westward Ho! - Visit Devon

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   Where is Westward Ho?

   • Westward Ho! Westward Ho! is a seaside village near Bideford in Devon, England. The A39 road provides access from the towns of Barnstaple, Bideford, and Bude. It lies at the south end of Northam Burrows and faces westward into Bideford Bay, opposite Saunton Sands and Braunton Burrows. There is an electoral ward with the same name.

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   How did North Devon become Westward Ho?

   • A consortium of thirteen business people created a company "The Northam Burrows Hotel and Villa Company", brought some land then constructed a grand hotel. This was the start of what became Westward Ho! village. North Devon was a busy destination for the Victorians thanks to Charles Kingsley.

   The History of Westward Ho!, North Devon, how the village was created

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   Why is Bideford called Westward Ho?

   • The name came from a Charles Kingsley book, also titled Westward Ho!, that was a best seller and brought a new wave of tourism to the Bideford area leading to the creation of village. It isn’t just how the village was named that makes it unusual, it is also the only place in the British Isles that features an exclamation mark as part of its name.

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3. www.visitdevon.co.uk › westward-hoWestward Ho! - Visit Devon

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   Westward Ho! is a delightful seaside village near Bideford in the north of Devon. The name came from a Charles Kingsley book, also titled Westward Ho!, that was a best seller and brought a new wave of tourism to the Bideford area leading to the creation of village.

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   Westward Ho! is known for its surfing seas and the long expanse of clean sand backed by a pebble ridge and grasslands which extends for about three miles. It has two churches, Westward Ho! Baptist Church and Holy Trinity Church.

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6. www.visitwestwardho.co.uk › historyThe History of Westward Ho!, North Devon, how the village was ...

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   Westward Ho! was created as a holiday destination in the mid 1860's. A consortium of thirteen business people created a company "The Northam Burrows Hotel and Villa Company", brought some land then constructed a grand hotel. This was the start of what became Westward Ho! village.

7. visitwestwardho.co.ukTourist information for Westward Ho!, North Devon, UK

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   Westward Ho! is a Victorian coastal holiday resort situated on the North Devon coast. It is a perfect destination with over two miles of golden sand that has the prestigious Blue Flag award for facilities and water quality.

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8. www.devonlive.com › news › devon-newsRise of Westward Ho! - from 'dilapidated' Devon town to ...

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   Jun 26, 2021 · After Charles Kingsley's 1855 novel Westward Ho! placed Bideford in the country's spotlight, entrepreneurs adopted the name to increase tourism in the region.

9. www.visitdevon.co.uk › villages-towns › westward-hoWestward Ho! - Visit Devon

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   Aside from the peculiarities about how it got its name, Westward Ho! is famous for being a delightful village by the sea. The seafront is one of North Devon’s most popular surfing and swimming spots , as it combines a large expanse of sand with pebbles, grasslands and a diverse beachscape making it perfect for families, sunbathers and water ...

10. www.visitdevon.co.uk › things-to-do-in-westward-hoThings to Do in Westward Ho! - Visit Devon

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    Being a hugely popular destination and centrally located, with easy access to all the award winning beaches in the region, Westward Ho! is the perfect destination for those that love a bit of adventure.