Holsworthy

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Holsworthy is a market town in North Devon with many centuries of history.  In the 12th century, the market charter was created, defining as Holsworthy as a centre for trade.  The market in Holsworthy is still going strong today and the cattle market on a Wednesday and Thursday is one of the largest in the south west. 

Holsworthy is some 8 miles inland, close to Bude and the border with Cornwall.  The area is spectacularly unspoilt where villages and towns like Holsworthy are nestled in between rolling hills. 

Access to Holsworthy is easy from the A38 Atlantic Highway which also allows easy access into North Cornwall and other towns in North Devon.  Holsworthy is convenient for exploring The Ruby Country with its varied natural beauty and Bude on the coast, which is only 9 miles from Holsworthy.  For those looking for great beaches, Holsworthy’s proximity to the coast make a wide choice within easy reach.

Back in the centre of Holsworthy, the pannier market and local crafts and antiques fair are worth visiting.  The majority of the shops in Holsworthy are locally owned independent operations, giving Holsworthy a character and charm.

Holsworthy serves a mainly agricultural community which mingle with visitors during the summer months.  There is a town trail which guides visitors around the points of interest in Holsworthy.

There is much to see and enjoy in Holsworthy and the surrounding area. Local character is in plentiful evidence from Holsworthy’s heritage to the surrounding countryside complete with riverside walks, sweeping coastline and rolling hills.