Things To Do near Brownstone Battery (National Trust)
Hall Sands (Beach), Torcross, South Devon (approx. 8 miles away)
Shingle beach near Start Point Hall Sands (Beach) is a shingle beach near Start Point and Start Point Lighthouse in the southern section of Start Bay. When visiting this part of South Devon, most people head for Blackpool Sands (Beach) or Slapton Sands (Beach). We'd recommend making the effort...
Torquay Ferries and Boat Trips, Torquay, South Devon (approx. 8 miles away)
Ferries and boat trips from Torquay There are many kiosks at Torquay Inner Harbour/Outer Harbour providing boat trips. You can book tickets on the day you visit. Ferries from Torquay Ferries run across Tor Bay to Brixham and Paignton. Western Lady Ferry Service provides&nb...
Meadfoot Beach, Torquay, South Devon (approx. 9 miles away)
Splendid beach to the east of Torquay Marina within The English Riviera Meadfoot is a splendid beach providing great views across Tor Bay and up to Thatcher Rock. There's a cafe and toilets behind the beach. Whilst there's plenty of local parking, we'd recommend walking in on the ...
Torquay Watersports, Torquay, South Devon (approx. 9 miles away)
Watersports from the beaches and harbours at Torquay The Torquay area is known for its surfing, bodyboarding, windsurfing, sea kayaking and stand up paddle boarding. Head to one of its beaches or harbours to enjoy these activities. If you don't have any kit, we'd recommend the suppliers...
Torquay Harbour, Torquay, South Devon (approx. 9 miles away)
Spectacular location on the Torquay waterfront Set in a spectacular location on the Torquay waterfront, Torquay Harbour is close to some of The English Riviera's best attractions including Living Coasts, Torre Abbey and Kents Cavern. The local area is packed with restaurants, pubs an...
Occombe Farm, Torquay, South Devon (approx. 9 miles away)
Working farm and visitor attraction on the edge of The English Riviera Occombe Farm is a working farm and visitor attraction on the edge of The English Riviera. In addition to farm animals, there's a nature trail, kitchen garden and cafe. It's a perfect day out if you have young kids. Note tha...
Torquay Princess Pier, Torquay, South Devon (approx. 9 miles away)
Pier on the west side of Torquay Marina within Torquay Harbour Torquay Princess Pier is a superb pier on the west side of Torquay Marina. It's lined with benches and leads to the harbour wall from which there are excellent views across Torquay Marina to central Torquay. Access from P...
Torquay South West Coast Path Walk, Torquay, South Devon (approx. 9 miles away)
The South West Coast Path at Torquay Torquay is an amazing place. Packed with visitor attractions, the stretch of coast path running east and north of central Torquay is remarkable. Huge views open out across Tor Bay to Brixham and Berry Head at the southern end of The English Riviera. The South...
Hallsands Lost Village/Ruined Village, Torcross, South Devon (approx. 9 miles away)
Lost coastal village in one of the most remote areas of South Devon at the southern end of Start Bay Start Bay arcs from the mouth of the Dart Estuary down through Torcross to Start Point and Start Point Lighthouse. At the southern end of Start Bay are Hallsands and Hall Sands (Beach). South of t...
Torquay Princess Gardens, Torquay, South Devon (approx. 9 miles away)
Gardens behind Torquay Marina within Torquay Harbour Torquay Princess Gardens sit behind Torquay Marina within Torquay Harbour. Princess Theatre and Princess Pier are on the west side of the gardens. It's a great spot from which to take in the views. Location of Torquay Princess...
English Riviera Global Geopark, Torquay, South Devon (approx. 9 miles away)
The world's first urban Geopark The English Riviera Geopark was the world's first urban Geopark. It's exceptionally beautiful and fascinating and within one of the UK's hottest tourist destinations. A Geopark is a territory with an internationally important geological and cultural heritag...
Thatcher Point and Thatcher Rock (viewpoint over Tor Bay), Torquay, South Devon (approx. 9 miles away)
Much photographed viewing point in The English Riviera Thatcher Rock is a small island off the northern coast of Tor Bay in The English Riviera. It's close to Hope's Nose, Thatcher Point and Meadfoot Beach. Whilst it's visible for miles around, we'd suggest you follow the South West Coast Path...
Torquay Agatha Christie, Torquay, South Devon (approx. 9 miles away)
The English Riviera's most famous inhabitant Agatha Christie is, arguably, The English Riviera's most famous inhabitant. Born in Torquay on 15 September 1890, you can learn more about her life and work in Torquay Museum and by following the trail around town. Location of Agatha Chris...
Totnes Boat Trips, Totnes, South Devon (approx. 9 miles away)
Boat trips from Totnes Totnes is located on the River Dart. The boat trip running between Totnes and Dartmouth is a South Devon classic. Head down to the Totnes Steamer Quay if you're staying in Totnes. There's plenty of parking down on the quay if you're driving from other areas of South Devo...
Torquay Museum, Torquay, South Devon (approx. 9 miles away)
One of Devon's best musems Just up the road from Torquay Marina in the heart of The English Riviera, this superb local museum provides lots of great information about The English Riviera Geopark, the amazing journeys undertaken by local explorers and Devon life through the centuries. The museu...