Summer in Torridge

Activities

Summer is a great time to visit Torridge because of the local events, such as the Soap Box Derby, Bideford Water Festival (and the Cardboard Boat Regatta), and RHS Rosemoor’s Rose Festival, bringing a lot of fun for all the family.

It is also a great season for activities such as wild swimming, mountain biking, surfing, windsurfing, wildlife tours, cycling the Tarka trail, and local produce tours. 

Wildlife

In summer, butterflies, moths, and dragonflies are abundant. A particular butterfly haven is Marsland nature reserve where you can spot two rare UK butterflies- the small pearl-bordered and pearl-bordered fritillary. In total, 34 species of butterfly have been recorded at Marsland. Or why not go on a dragonfly and damselfly safari at Meeth Quarry Nature Reserve? 

Wildflowers are particularly spectacular in Summer. Head to Dunsdon and Vealand Farm (both near Holsworthy) to see the Culm grassland burst into colour!