Things To Do near Paignton Zoo
Woodcombe Sand (Beach), Salcombe, South Devon (approx. 15 miles away)
One of South Devon's best 'secret' beaches If you're looking for coastline and beaches away from the crowds then head east of the Salcombe Kingsbridge Estuary. One of South Devon's best 'secret' beaches is at Woodcombe Sand (Beach). Located below steep cliffs, Woodcombe Sand (Beach) is small and...
Salcombe Kingsbridge Estuary, Salcombe, South Devon (approx. 15 miles away)
One of the most beautiful places in the Westcountry Dartmoor is famous for its high moorland and fast-flowing rivers. These cut stunning valleys and gorges and flow into estuaries on the coast. Look at a map of South Devon and you'll see rivers such as the Teign, Dart, Avon and Erme and thei...
Snapes Point (viewpoint to Salcombe), Salcombe, South Devon (approx. 15 miles away)
A finger of land jutting out into the Salcombe Kingsbridge Estuary to the north east of Salcombe Snapes Point juts out into the Salcombe Kingsbridge Estuary north east of Salcombe and north west of East Portlemouth. It's known for its amazing views of Salcombe and the Salcombe Kingsbridge Es...
Salcombe Kingsbridge Ferry, Salcombe, South Devon (approx. 15 miles away)
Explore the Salcombe Kingsbridge Estuary on the Rivermaid The Salcombe Kingsbridge Estuary is one of the most beautiful places in the Westcountry. A local nature reserve and site of special scientific interest (SSSI), it's also teeming with wildlife. The market town Kingsbridge sits at the top of...
Salcombe Maritime Museum, Salcombe, South Devon (approx. 15 miles away)
Superb local museum Salcombe Maritime Museum is one of South Devon's many superb local museums providing information about local shipwrecks, boatbuilding and Salcombe's history in WWI and WWII. Location of Salcombe Maritime Museum Salcombe Maritime Museum is situated in Marke...
East Portlemouth (viewpoint to Salcombe and the Salcombe Kingsbridge Estuary), Salcombe, South Devon (approx. 15 miles away)
Classic view of Salcombe and the Salcombe Kingsbridge Estuary If you're spending a good chunk of holiday time in the Salcombe area then we'd recommend heading to the various viewpoints around the Salcombe Kingsbridge Estuary. Snapes Point and Sharp Tor provide exceptional views. The viewpoint fro...
Lustleigh Cleave, Bovey Tracey, South Devon (approx. 15 miles away)
Stunning cleave or valley in the eastern section of Dartmoor National Park Lustleigh Cleave is a stunning, steep-sided valley near Bovey Tracey and the A38. It's great for walks and the upper section offers huge views of South Devon and Dartmoor National Park. Location of Lustleigh C...
East Portlemouth Beaches (Small's Cove up to Ditchend Cove), Salcombe, South Devon (approx. 15 miles away)
Stunning, sandy beaches which run along the East Portlemouth side of the Salcombe Kingsbridge Estuary The lower section of the Salcombe Kingsbridge Estuary is lined with stunning, sandy beaches. Some of the best are on the east side of the estuary around East Portlemouth. At low tide, these beach...
The Ferry Inn, Salcombe, South Devon (approx. 15 miles away)
Overlooking the Salcombe Kingsbridge Estuary and the Salcombe East Portlemouth Ferry The Ferry Inn has one of the best beer garden locations in the Westcountry. The terrace overlooks the Salcombe Kingsbridge Estuary and the Salcombe East Portlemouth Ferry. East Portlemouth Beaches (Small's Cove t...
Salcombe East Portlemouth Ferry, Salcombe, South Devon (approx. 15 miles away)
Regular foot passenger ferry across the Salcombe Kingsbridge Estuary The Salcombe East Portlemouth Ferry is a foot passenger ferry running regularly throughout the year between Salcombe Landing/Jubilee Ferry Pier by The Ferry Inn and East Portlemouth Landing below the Venus Cafe. In winter, it ru...
Malcombe Sand (Beach), Salcombe, South Devon (approx. 15 miles away)
Another beautiful, secluded beach in the arc of coast at Lannacombe Bay Lannacombe Bay is the arc of coast running between Prawle Point and Start Point on Devon's southernmost coastline. Malcombe Sand (Beach) is a small, secluded beach next to the much bigger Horseley Cove (Beach) near East...
Salcombe Ferries and Boat Trips, Salcombe, South Devon (approx. 15 miles away)
Ferries from Salcombe The Salcombe Kingsbridge Estuary is one of the most remarkable places in the UK. When on holiday in the Salcombe area, ferry and boat trips are essential experiences. Ferries run across and up/down the estuary. Some are short, functional services. Others feel more like boat...
Exmouth Local Nature Reserve, Exeter, South Devon (approx. 15 miles away)
Nature reserve by the mouth of the Exe Estuary at Exmouth Exmouth sits on the mouth of the Exe Estuary. Exmouth Local Nature Reserve covers the estuary by the town. 'Designated due to the highly productive mudflats and eelgrass beds, which provide a rich food source for birds.' (Information bo...
Go Ape Haldon Forest, Exeter, South Devon (approx. 16 miles away)
Fun outdoor adventure activity at Haldon Forest Park Move through the canopy of trees high above the forest floor using walkways, swings and zip wires at Haldon Forest Park. There are a couple of options. Go Ape Tree Top Adventure is aimed at visitors aged 10 or above. Go Ape Tree Top Jun...
Pigs Nose Inn, Salcombe, South Devon (approx. 16 miles away)
The southernmost pub in Devon The Pigs Nose Inn is the southernmost pub in the southernmost village by the southernmost point of Devon. The area is remote, the coast sublime and lined with small coves and beaches. It's a superb pub location! Location of the Pigs Nose Inn We've pos...