Sports Fans’ Short Breaks: Watch, Play, Explore

Plan your double days
Surf in the morning. Golf or trail run in the afternoon. Swap the order if winds change. Keep sessions short and focused.

Pick your hubs
Base near Braunton for access to Saunton, Croyde, and the Tarka Trail. Choose Woolacombe for easy surf checks and coastal runs. Add Westward Ho for promenade runs and sunset cool-downs.

Smart scheduling
Check tides and wind the night before. Book early tee times for smoother rounds. Keep meals simple and early.

Fuel and recovery
Choose pubs with hearty plates and space for groups. Stretch at the cottage. Use hot showers and warm layers to reset.

Cottage setup
Secure storage, parking, and outdoor hoses help a lot. A big kitchen and dining table make team meals easy.

Call to book
Reserve a sports-ready cottage near your chosen venues. Lock in a routine that makes the most of every hour.

Internal links:

• Book a sports weekend: http://www.choice-cottages.co.uk

External links:

• Saunton Golf Club: https://www.sauntongolf.co.uk/
• Surfline forecast: https://www.surfline.com/