Things To Do near Scabbacombe Sands (Beach)

Best South Devon SWCP/South West Coast Path Walking, Salcombe, South Devon (approx. 15 miles away)

If you're looking to walk a short section of the South West Coast Path in South Devon then we'd recommend the following stretches of coastline. We also include a description of the entire length of the South West Coast Path from Exeter to Plymouth should you want to complete it in one go. Browse the...

Sharp Tor (Salcombe), Salcombe, South Devon (approx. 15 miles away)

Coastal tor offering an exceptional view of the Salcombe Kingsbridge Estuary There are lots of Sharp Tors on Dartmoor. One provides stunning views of the Teign Gorge near Castle Drogo (National Trust). Another is situated above the remarkable Dart Gorge. The Sharp Tor above the mouth of...

Coryton Cove (Beach), Dawlish Warren, South Devon (approx. 15 miles away)

Superb, sandy cove just south of central Dawlish Head south at Dawlish on the South West Coast Path and you walk behind Dawlish Beach to Boat Cove (Beach). Just beyond the rocks there, sat below cliffs, is the superb, sandy Coryton Cove. 'Coryton Cove is one of the most sheltered beaches on th...

Starehole Bay and Starehole Cove, Salcombe, South Devon (approx. 15 miles away)

Beautiful bay and cove at the mouth of the Salcombe Kingsbridge Estuary Starehole Bay is a small, sheltered bay at the mouth of the Salcombe Kingsbridge Estuary where estuary meets sea. Sharp Tor (Salcombe) dominates to the north and Bolt Head to the south. The South West Coast Path runs aro...

Stover Country Park and Local Nature Reserve, Exeter, South Devon (approx. 15 miles away)

Great local nature reserve by the eastern border of Dartmoor National Park Stover Country Park and Local Nature Reserve 'contains over 114 acres of woodland, heathland, grassland, lake and marsh and a substantial variety of wildlife'. (Devon County Council website) We'd recommend following the...

Boat Cove (Beach), Dawlish Warren, South Devon (approx. 15 miles away)

Cove at the southern end of Dawlish Beach Dawlish Beach lines the coast at Dawlish. At its southern end, protected by a breakwater, is Boat Cove (Beach). As the name suggests, you can take boat trips from this protected cove. Local information boards read: 'Boat trips from Dawlish. Brixham cru...

Bolt Head, Salcombe, South Devon (approx. 15 miles away)

Headland south of Salcombe at the mouth of the Salcombe Kingsbridge Estuary If you like coastal walking then a yomp to Bolt Head is a must. The location is stunning and views immense.   Location of Bolt Head Bolt Head is almost as far south as you can go in South Devon. Situated on...

Dawlish Beach, Dawlish Warren, South Devon (approx. 16 miles away)

Long beach lining the coast at Dawlish Dawlish Beach lines the coast at Dawlish. The Devon Line Railway runs behind it. Inland are Dawlish Water and Dawlish Lawn. Follow the South West Coast Path south of central Dawlish and you come to Boat Cove (Beach) and Coryton Cove. Follow the South West...

Dawlish Water, Dawlish Warren, South Devon (approx. 16 miles away)

Home to Dawlish's famous black swans Dawlish Water is a waterway that runs through the centre of Dawlish on its way to the sea. Local boards provide information on 'the waterfowl of Dawlish Water' but it's known for its black swans. It's a beautiful location. Dawlish Lawn is on the north...

River Dart Country Park, Totnes, South Devon (approx. 16 miles away)

One of South Devon's and Dartmoor's best days out for kids The River Dart Country Park is an area of woodland and parkland in the eastern section of Dartmoor National Park. The country park is named after the River Dart that flows through its grounds.   Location of River...

The Warren (Soar/Salcombe), Salcombe, South Devon (approx. 16 miles away)

Stunning coastline near Salcombe The Warren (Soar/Salcombe)* is a stunning stretch of South Devon coastline between Soar Mill Cove (Beach) and Bolt Head.   Location and directions for The Warren (Soar/Salcombe) South west of Salcombe, The Warren (Soar/Salcombe) can be explored...

Ugborough Beacon, Totnes, South Devon (approx. 16 miles away)

One of a number of 'beacons' on the southern border of the Park offering stunning views across South Devon Ugborough Beacon is an impressive collection of granite outcrops to the west of South Brent and east of Harford. To the north east is Brent Hill and to the north the landscape around Avon...

Bantham The Sloop Inn, Bigbury-on-Sea, South Devon (approx. 16 miles away)

Great pub in village behind Bantham Beach Bantham is a South Devon village by one of South West England's most beautiful beaches. At low tide, the sand at Bantham Beach pushes out towards Burgh Island. It's a good spot for a pub. It's a superb spot for coastal and estuary walking. For walks fr...

beachhouse, Bigbury-on-Sea, South Devon (approx. 16 miles away)

Fashionable beach cafe and bar in a sublime location In recent years, the beachhouse at South Milton Sands (Beach, National Trust) has become a fashionable South Devon foodie destination. It's a mix between a beach cafe, takeaway, seafood restaurant and bar. The beachhouse sits on cliffs above...

South Milton Sands/Thurlestone Sand (Beach), Bigbury-on-Sea, South Devon (approx. 16 miles away)

Long, sand beach ideal for families  South Milton Sands is the southern section of the beach. Thurlestone Sand is the northern section of the beach. This long stretch of sand is popular with families. There's also a fashionable beach cafe and bar called the beachhouse at...