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We have food on our mind at The Carlton this month; celebrating the great tastes available in the region is something of an obsession at the Carlton Hotel, whether that be in-house or great places to eat around us. At this time of year, with grey skies, and general signs of January gloom in each […]
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This nutrient-packed dish, based around tuna, credited for its omega-3 properties, vitamin D and antioxidants, along with essential oils. We’ve used raw tuna but canned tuna can be substituted. Combining the fish with broccoli and peppers ensures a balance of vitamins and minerals, including a good source of dietary fibre, vitamin A, C, E, B6, and […]
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Are you looking for a group travel partner in a beautiful part of the world to team up with? Because The Carlton Hotel in Ilfracombe, North Devon is seeking to grow our travel partner network in 2020 and 2021. Why bring your group to us? Let’s save the pitch for a moment and start with […]
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Ok, we’ll admit it, at The Carton we’re rather excited about February! It’s not everyone’s favourite time of the year, but this month we have three reasons to be cheerful: Exmoor Food Fest! As lovers of fine food, how can we not get excited about this event? The 2020 edition will be even more special […]
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The North Devon coastline has a reputation for being spectacular enough, with its sweeping views across the Bristol Channel, but for a select number of visitors heading to the region, it is the small island that lies off its coast which marks the spot on their holiday map. Lundy is three miles (5km) long and […]
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What a year 2019 has been! As we draw to a close of another great year in Ilfracombe, North Devon, we’ve got an exciting, jam packed December to look forward to, full of festive fun. From festive entertainment to Christmas markets, art expeditions, live music, craft workshops and more, discover all the best events coming […]
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In this months Focus Magazine – Combe Christmas, find out what’s happening this Black Friday with our HUGE sale on gift vouchers and experiences. Discover how you can save 20% on food and drink by becoming a Carlton Club member. Find out why The Carlton is the best venue for any celebration. Warm and refreshing […]
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We’ve just about finished the refresh of this old dame. We always have a little giggle when we get out our old brochures. Heres a glimpse of some of our favourites.
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Explore England’s Adventure Coast! Read our Group Travel World feature to discover why The Carlton, Ilfracombe is the perfect base camp to explore North Devon’s coast and the countryside of Exmoor National Park. North Devon is the Adventure Coast, an unspoiled corner of England where green rolling hills extend to the sea. The region’s natural […]
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Golf has always had something of a reputation as a holiday sport – golf courses in the Algarve and on the Med paving the way for tourist development in Portugal and Spain in the 1970s and 80s. However, the UK golfing holiday has been a feature of popular tourist spots for far longer and North […]
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Before we start to talk about doggy breaks in North Devon, let’s take a moment to paws (sorry!) for thought… It’s great being thefamily dog! You get treated like one of the kids (‘better than one of the kids’a few guys will now be mumbling under their breath!), get fed good grub, get taken for a walk […]
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Mist clinging to rolling green hills, the deep blue of October sea swells, ancient woodlands flushing red and golds… These are the images of Autumn in North Devon and an open invite to make the most of an October half term break. While the West Country needs no further recommendation as a summer holiday destination, it […]
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This October in Love Ilfracombe Focus we are celebrating our new party and event spaces. What’s in store for our Christmas and New Year party nights. Our famous Sunday roasts. This month’s Foodie Friday Steak Night coming up on the 25th and our of course our delicous dish of the month, Cod Loin With Smoked […]
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Get ready for the party season, with this super refreshing Pre-Party Pamper Package. This deal includes: Glass of fizz 30-minute treatment from our therapists Superfood packed juice or smoothie and wellbeing lunch. This package is available Friday and Saturdays in November through to early December. £29.50 per person, when booked and paid for before the […]
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“I have two large hairy dogs that were made very welcome…” Just one line from a Trip Advisor review speaks volumes! The Carlton Hotel in Ilfracombe, North Devon, is amongst a new breed of British hotel which is embracing the concept of pet inclusive and dog friendly breaks. The dog friendly credentials of the Carlton […]
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“Rosamunde who?…” This is very often the answer when a Brit is asked by a German speaker, usually with a beaming smile, if they are familiar with the work of Rosamunde Pilcher. The Cornish born author, who died earlier this year, should be better known by her countrymen – after all, her novels have sold […]
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If you love salmon then this teriyaki salmon recipe is a winner! It’s so quick and simple and doesn’t require any lengthy marinating, but is super tasty and flavorful. The Asian salmon turns out flaky, juicy and absolutely delicious with a homemade teriyaki sauce.
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In this month’s Love Ilfracombe Focus Magazine, August Issue we talk about our traditional Sunday lunch, much loved Salmon Teriyaki recipe, Chrismas and New Year events for the diary and our popular afternoon tea. Look out for our next issue coming up in September!
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If you’re looking to explore the essence of the English country garden, then North Devon is a great place to start! A North Devon gardens tour provides variety, contrast and some of the most beautiful surrounding natural scenery England has to offer. The oceanic climate of the region delivers milder winters than most parts of […]
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Our simple broad bean risotto recipe is a delicious and healthy vegetarian dish but it can easily be adjusted to include meat and fish. Simply add pancetta, ham, beacon or fish or your choice and replace the vegetable stock with chicken. One of the greatest benefits of living and working in the South West is the […]
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Do you have a sense of adventure? If the answer is yes, then we have the perfect destination for you. If the answer is ‘I used to’, then we also have the perfect destination for you to rediscover that sense. Welcome to North Devon – England’s Adventure Coast. It’s some boast of course, but in […]
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North Devon D-Day commemorations are taking place this June and the region is going to be hosting some fantastic events to mark the occasion. The centre piece, and a unique North Devon holiday experience, will be a two day event on the wonderful Saunton Sands which will see the beach transformed into a snapshot from a different […]
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Once upon a time the concept of going away on holiday involved leaving all one’s good habits behind and spending the break indulging in a festival of gluttony. Eating and drinking far too much, one would return home joking about the need for a holiday to get over the holiday… These days wellbeing is playing […]
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Now that summer is just around the corner we are buying local asparagus, and this features through our brasserie menu. Delivered by Edds (wholesale greengrocer at Mullacott) grown and picked at Broadlands Farm, outside Braunton which is part of the flat landscape known as the Great Field. Typically and throughout the year we also receive, […]
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For North Devon, Spring is the time of year when the region emerges from its winter hibernation and becomes the go to holiday destination. It has been a favourite seaside stop since the early days of the Victorian era, when the railways opened up the possibility of travel for millions and a dip in the […]
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We’ve updated our Spring/Summer Wine List and really grown the collection this year. In the whites, our changes include an upgrade to the ever popular Pinot Grigio (and for the same price as previous). We’ve introduced a quality Bourgogne Aligote from a smallish 30 acre vineyard in the Cote Clhallonais. It’s perfect with seafood which is always on our […]
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Love the planet? Then fly less…. and enjoy a go green holiday in North Devon. It’s the simple but inconvenient truth for many of us who want to lead environmentally friendly lives but tend to ignore, when it suits us, the negative contributions we make. This is never truer than our holiday habits – for instance […]
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Easter is a moveable feast, quite literally, but this year at least we all benefit from it being later rather than sooner. Spring will be more advanced and that is great news for anyone planning Easter holiday activitiesin North Devon, even if it doesn’t answer the eternal question ‘why can’t Easter be fixed’! For North Devon, […]
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Take a look at our delicious West Country Beef Brisket recipe, as featured in this months Love Ilfracombe Focus magazine. This is a firm favourite on our regular brasserie menu. This cheap and verstile cut is slow cooked then pulled, drizzled with BBQ sauce, filled into a bap or bun.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
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If you’re at home on the range or looking to pick up a clay for the first time, there is great fun to be had by rounding up a posse and heading down to the West Country for a clay pigeon shooting break. The Carlton Hotel in Ilfracombe, North Devon has been hosting clay pigeon shooting […]
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Ilfracombe’s business breakfast meetings are held at The Carlton, where you can meet and network. Chat with fellow business owners and entrepreneurs at Love Ilfracombe’s fortnightly open sessions. This informal group meets every other week on Thursdays from 7:45am onwards. It’s a safe and friendly environment where ideas and tips are shared. Usually a guest […]
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The problem with modern life is that it just doesn’t stop! There is a lot of research out there regarding office worker health, urging us to switch off and de-stress, but we just don’t seem to get the time to get round to it… This is something of an irony seeing as the first bit […]
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Ilfracombe has a rich maritime history and its close links to the sea is one of the things we simply love about being here. Now whether that’s the day-to-day workings of the boats in the harbour; or the array of watersports and activities you can take part in; perhaps enjoying the fabulous seafood that come […]
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The Carlton we have sought to work with a range of local quality suppliers, since August 2015. And to be fair we’ve got an amazing choice being based in the South West. Being surrounded by over 230 miles of coastline means we get to choose from a huge variety of fish and seafood. Plenty of […]
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Take a look around the office. It’s been a devilishly long winter and everyone’s been cooped up for far too long. Dark mornings, dark evenings, stale air, bright lights, the hum of technology, winter colds and of course Brexit… As winter rolls into spring, it’s time for business team building. Time to escape the city […]
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Here are just a few of our favourite dog walks in North Devon. We are proud to welcome well-behaved dogs at here The Carlton Hotel. Morte Point, Mortehoe Village Enjoy a challenging walk through a rare spot of coastal heathland which provides the wonderful backdrop for a wealth of wildflowers and wildlife. You might even […]
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