The local area
around Ruda Holiday Park
Ruda is located on one of the UK's top surfing beaches, ideal for pros who want to show off their moves on the waves or for those who fancy having a few lessons with our surf school.
Watch sheep races and enjoy pony rides at The Big Sheep or take a boat trip out to the magical Lundy Island and learn about it history as a former pirate base.
- Highlights
- Beautiful beaches
- Great surfing
- Quaint fishing villages
- Family attractions
- Coastal walks
Cities and towns
- Croyde
Explore the charming village of Croyde with its beautiful thatched cottages, quaint village pubs and its stunning beach, famous for its fantastic surfing conditions. - Illfracombe
Illfracombe is a stunning coastal town bustling with shops, bars, restaurants and regular markets. From the harbour you can catch a boat to magnificent Lundy Island. - Clovelly
Clovelly is a beautiful picture postcard fishing village with beautiful cottages and cobbled roads. Visitors can walk down to the harbour to take in the views, visit the Fisherman’s Museum and enjoy a drink in the famous Red Lion Hotel. - Barnstaple
Barnstaple is the commercial centre of North Devon with a bustling market, lots of speciality and craft shops as well as many restaurants, cafes and pubs.
Local Attractions
There are loads of great family attractions to enjoy when you visit Ruda Holiday Park.
- Illfracombe Aquarium
- The Big Sheep
- Lundy Island
- Combe Martin Wildlife Park
- Elliot Gallery
- Watermouth Castle
