Couples and families alike have been enjoying autumn at The Elmfield, our fine dining 'gourmet night' was a roaring success, and our Haloween spooky went down a treat!

We're really excited about October, here at The Elmfield - Haloween, harvest and a month long celebration of Devons finest produce.

Last night we held our 1st weekly Aquafit session. It was very energetic and lots of fun. Debbie the Aquafit teacher from AST swimschool, who also teaches private swimming classes here tailors the class perfectly to the requirements of all the attendees. The only down side is that I think we've definitely lost a few inches of pool water along with the inches off waistlines. The classes are open to guests and visitors.

Finally a little taste of golden sun-light. We've been out today playing crazy golf, and taking in the spectacular views from the top of Capstone hill...just gorgeous.

Bank Holiday weekend, lazy hot afternoons, good music, friends, beers no worries.

We've had a week of rain - there's no getting away from the fact, but true to form, it has not dampened the fun had by our holiday makers.

This week at The Elmfield kitchen has been radically transformed. We're delighted to welcome on board the culinary talents of Mr Tom Frost.

If you're in any doubt whether to come to Ilfracombe in August check out this video of last years Bird-man competition. http://tinyurl.com/6nkrn7

Yes indeed, that is what we do here for fun.

Now that the schools have finally broken-up for summer, we're very grateful to have one of the county's best family facilities right on our doorstep.

For the past couple of weeks, we've all been taking horse riding lessons at the local stables. http://www.mullacott.co.uk