West Down
in Devon of England, United Kingdom

Noteable things around
Location Summary
Decimal Coordinates (Latitude, Longitude):
51.167 and -4.117 (Lat./Lng.)
Coordinates by Time:
N 51° 10' 0" and W -4° 7' 0"
Currency and Currency Code:
Pound - GBP
Spoken languages:
English, Welsh, Scottish Gaelic
Local electricity:
230 V - 50 Hz (plugs: G)
Mobile phone / cellular frequencies (MHz):
900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 3G, 4G
Local Time: 02:43 PM (Friday)
Timezone: Europe/London
UTC/GMT offset: 0 hours
Sunrise and Sunset:
7:35 am and 4:27 pm
Antipode Coordinates:
-45.817 and 170.717 (Lat./Lng.)
Closest place to antipode coordinates:
Otakou
References
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Current travel safety evaluation for United Kingdom in Northern Europe

Safety Score: 3,0 of 5.0 based on data from 9 authorites. Meaning we advice caution when travelling to United Kingdom.

Travel warnings are updated daily. Source: Travel Warning United Kingdom. Last Update: 2024-08-13 08:21:03

Discover West Down

West Down in Devon (England) is a city in United Kingdom about 174 mi (or 280 km) west of London, the country's capital city.

Local time in West Down is now 02:43 PM (Friday). The local timezone is named Europe / London with an UTC offset of zero hours. We know of 10 airports in the vicinity of West Down, of which 5 are larger airports. The closest airport in United Kingdom is Swansea Airport in a distance of 30 mi (or 49 km), North. Besides the airports, there are other travel options available (check left side).

There are two Unesco world heritage sites nearby. The closest heritage site in United Kingdom is Blaenavon Industrial Landscape in a distance of 67 mi (or 108 km), North-East. Looking for a place to stay? we compiled a list of available hotels close to the map centre further down the page.

When in this area, you might want to pay a visit to some of the following locations: Pennard, Bishopston, Swansea, Landore and Morriston. To further explore this place, just scroll down and browse the available info.

Local weather forecast

Todays Local Weather Conditions & Forecast: 10°C / 49 °F

Morning Temperature 8°C / 47 °F
Evening Temperature 10°C / 50 °F
Night Temperature 10°C / 50 °F
Chance of rainfall 0%
Air Humidity 73%
Air Pressure 1028 hPa
Wind Speed Gentle Breeze with 7 km/h (5 mph) from West
Cloud Conditions Few clouds, covering 10% of sky
General Conditions Sky is clear

Saturday, 16th of November 2024

12°C (54 °F)
10°C (51 °F)
Light rain, moderate breeze, overcast clouds.

Sunday, 17th of November 2024

10°C (50 °F)
10°C (50 °F)
Light rain, fresh breeze, overcast clouds.

Monday, 18th of November 2024

9°C (48 °F)
13°C (55 °F)
Light rain, high wind, near gale, overcast clouds.

Hotels and Places to Stay

Bath House Hotel

Address
3,0 mi
Runnacleave Road
EX34 8AR Ilfracombe
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Avoncourt Lodge

Address
2,9 mi
6 Torrs Walk Avenue
EX34 8AU Ilfracombe
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: - Checkin:
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Mellstock House

Address
4,2 mi
Woodlands
EX34 0AR Ilfracombe
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: 10:30 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Laston House

Address
2,8 mi
New Barnstaple Road
EX34 9NT Ilfracombe
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: - Checkin:
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


The George Inn

Address
4,7 mi
Exeter Road
EX33 2JJ Braunton
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: - Checkin:
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Videos from this area

These are videos related to the place based on their proximity to this place.

Capstone in Ilfracombe

Published: March 20, 2015
Length: 46:45 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Moto70

The local people of Ilfracombe gathered early one morning for a hilltop sacrifice...


Ilfracombe does the Harlem Shake

Published: February 24, 2013
Length: 33:48 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: chewitt73

On Sunday 24th February, at 2:30pm a random group met on the pier, under the shadow of Damien Hurst's "Verity" in Ilfracombe, North Devon, United Kingdom in near freezing conditions to do the...


Ilfracombe Harbour

Published: August 30, 2008
Length: 57:16 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Mark Blount-Stonham

Sitting on the wall by the pub having a cider.


Damien Hirst statue, Ilfracombe

Published: February 22, 2013
Length: 19:02 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: trancehi

Called Verity, located in Ilfracombe, North-Devon, England, standing at the tip of a Victorian pier in Ilfracombe harbour and holding aloft a sword in her left hand with scales in her right...


Animal Womens Flip Flops summer 2013 from Genesis Surf Shop Ilfracombe

Published: May 10, 2013
Length: 27:05 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Genesissurfshop

Now in stock at Genesis Surf Shop, Ilfracombe North Devon we have a wide range of Women's Animal flip flops and sandals. Check out this video for the latest flip flop styles from Animal. We...


Devon Air Ambulance Opposite 'John Fowlers' Ilfracombe Devon G-DAAT Celebrate 2009

Published: June 29, 2014
Length: 31:21 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: FalconImages

Ambulance Opposite 'John Fowlers' Ilfracombe Devon G-DAAT 2009 I created this video with the YouTube Video Editor (http://www.youtube.com/editor)


RAF 22 Search and Rescue Squadron at Ilfracombe Rescue Day 2009 Part 1

Published: August 16, 2009
Length: 53:49 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Jet Head

Watch as the sea king of RAF 22 Search and Rescue Squadron flies in to Ilfracombe to show what would happen when a casualty needs to be air lifted to hospital. This is Part 1, Part 2 - an air-sea...


Verity, Ilfracombe

Published: October 25, 2013
Length: 18:05 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Marsdenscottages

Meet Verity, Ilfracombe's bronze-clad sculpture created by Damien Hirst. Verity is a striking figure in Ilfracombe representing 'modern allegory of truth and justice'.


Astra party time double decker 1:00 board and jackpots 2014 ilfracombe fruit machine arcade xperia m

Published: June 30, 2014
Length: 50:15 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: UK ARCADES

start off with a pound board.... but there was redemption with two jackpots had to cut out second jackpot as soon as i turn off camera ...


Quick clips: ilfracombe skatepark

Published: July 24, 2013
Length: 29:35 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: jjgskateboarding

went to the benrics in ilfracombe to skate and it was a a sick day but here is just a couple clips of me and my mates skating the park enjoy and subscribe! :)


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Attractions and noteworthy things

Distances are based on the centre of the city/town and sightseeing location. This list contains brief abstracts about monuments, holiday activities, national parcs, museums, organisations and more from the area as well as interesting facts about the region itself. Where available, you'll find the corresponding homepage. Otherwise the related wikipedia article.

Bittadon

Bittadon is a village and civil parish in the North Devon district of Devon, England. According to the 2001 census it had a population of 45. The village is about seven miles north of Barnstaple.

Located at 51.15, -4.08333 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Villages in Devon

West Down

West Down is a civil parish and village located in North Devon, England, between Braunton and Ilfracombe. In 2001 its population was 620. West Down's church is dedicated to Saint Callixtus and its first recorded priest was in 1272. The present church dates from the 14th century, partly rebuilt in 1712. Its Norman font was buried in the churchyard in the Civil War and only rediscovered in the 19th century.

Located at 51.1583, -4.12306 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Villages in Devon

Ilfracombe Town F.C

Ilfracombe Town F.C. is a football club based in Ilfracombe, Devon, England. The club play at Marlborough Park, situated high on a hill overlooking the Bristol Channel. They play in the Western League Premier Division.

Located at 51.2025, -4.11557 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Football clubs in Devon, Western Football League, Association football clubs established in 1902, Ilfracombe, 1902 establishments in England

Chambercombe Manor

Chambercombe Manor is a Norman manor house located near Ilfracombe, Devon, which dates back to the 11th century and was recorded in the Domesday Book. It is said to be one of the most haunted buildings in the United Kingdom.

Located at 51.2017, -4.10167 (Lat. / Lng.), about 3 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Country houses in Devon, Historic house museums in Devon, Reportedly haunted locations in England

Mullacott

Mullacott is a small settlement on the A361 road between Ilfracombe and Barnstaple, in Devon, England. It is referred to as 'Mullacott Cross' and forms the crossroads between routes toward Woolacombe, Ilfracombe, Lynton and Braunton. There is an industrial estate, restaurant and horse riding stables. Lower Mullacott Farm, which is now a rental property through Choice Cottages, is in the Domesday Book under "Molecote".

Located at 51.178, -4.131 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Villages in Devon

Slade Valley

Slade Valley is a council estate in the North Devon coastal town of Ilfracombe.

Located at 51.197, -4.13 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Ilfracombe

Chambercombe

Chambercombe is a hilly suburb in the North Devon town of Ilfracombe.

Located at 51.2067, -4.11167 (Lat. / Lng.), about 3 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Villages in Devon, Ilfracombe

West Down, Devon

West Down is a small village on the route between Braunton and Ilfracombe in North Devon. For many years controversy has surrounded the proposed erection of wind turbines in the surrounding area.

Located at 51.1667, -4.11667 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Villages in Devon


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West Down