Things To Do near Paignton Zoo
River Avon and Estuary, Bigbury-on-Sea, South Devon (approx. 16 miles away)
From the highest point on Dartmoor's south moor to the iconic Burgh Island The River Avon rises at Avon Head on the side of Ryder's Hill which is the highest point on the southern high moorland plateau of Dartmoor National Park. From Avon Head, the river runs south towards Huntingdon Warren befor...
Haldon Belvedere (Lawrence Castle), Exeter, South Devon (approx. 16 miles away)
Distinctive South Devon landmark providing great views Haldon Belvedere, or Lawrence Castle, rises from Haldon Forest in the South Devon countryside between Exeter, the Exe Estuary and the north east section of Dartmoor National Park. You catch sight of it from all directions, for example wh...
South Sands (Beach), Salcombe, South Devon (approx. 16 miles away)
Superb, small beach with great facilities and a sea tractor/water taxi South Sands (Beach) is a sandy beach with great facilities and views out across the Salcombe Kingsbridge Estuary. Hire watersports equipment, relax in the beach cafe, enjoy food at the restaurant or stay at South Sands Hotel....
South Sands Sea Tractor/Taxi, Salcombe, South Devon (approx. 16 miles away)
Sea tractor and water taxi At South Sands (Beach), a sea tractor takes visitors from the beach to a water taxi out in the Salcombe Kingsbridge Estuary which then runs to/from Salcombe centre. It's an essential Salcombe experience when on holiday in South Devon. Location of ...
Best South Devon Watersports, Bigbury-on-Sea, South Devon (approx. 17 miles away)
In an area of England famous for its coastline, it's no surprise that you could spend your entire holiday trying out various watersports. We list by location and watersport. Bantham We lead with Bantham Beach because it's an iconic South Devon surfing spot. It's also exceptionally be...
Bantham Gastrobus and Gastropizza, Bigbury-on-Sea, South Devon (approx. 17 miles away)
Bringing great street food to one of the UK's best beaches Bantham Gastrobus and Gastropizza vans are located at the western end of the beach car park where sand dunes meet the spectacular Bantham Beach. There's seating and a grassy area. Bantham Surfing Academy is nearby. Location o...
Bantham Beach, Bigbury-on-Sea, South Devon (approx. 17 miles away)
One of the best beaches in South West England Bantham is a popular and large low tide sandy beach pretty much joining Bigbury-on-Sea Beach when the tide's out. There are stunning views across the sea to Burgh Island and its famous Art Deco hotel. When the sun's out, the local area's packed wit...
Bantham Surfing Academy, Bigbury-on-Sea, South Devon (approx. 17 miles away)
Bantham Beach's only surf school Bantham Surfing Academy 'are the only surf school to be based at the beautiful, unspoilt Bantham Beach near to Kingsbridge, Salcombe and Bigbury. The South Hams premier surfing beach'. (Bantham Surfing Academy website) Bantham Surfing Academy's lessons cater fo...
Prawle Point, Salcombe, South Devon (approx. 17 miles away)
The southernmost point of Devon Prawle Point is the southernmost point of Devon. It is located just south west of East Prawle which is Devon's southernmost village. Location of Prawle Point There's an area of remote South Devon countryside between the Salcombe Kinsbridge Estu...
Overbeck's Garden and Museum (National Trust), Salcombe, South Devon (approx. 17 miles away)
Exotic National Trust garden overlooking the Salcombe Kingsbridge Estuary Overbeck's Garden and Museum (National Trust) is an exotic National Trust garden and museum near Salcombe on South Devon coast. Location of Overbeck's Garden and Museum (National Trust) Overbeck's...
Thurlestone Leas Foot Sand (Beach), Bigbury-on-Sea, South Devon (approx. 17 miles away)
Family beach close to Thurlestone and Thurlestone golf course Sand and pebble beach fringed by dramatic cliffs. Plenty of parking behind the beach with access by a short path. Note that there are public toilets across the road from the car park. Location of Thurlestone Leas F...
Thurlestone Island Sands/Thurlestone Golf Course Beach, Bigbury-on-Sea, South Devon (approx. 17 miles away)
Beautiful, secluded stretch of sand between well known South Devon beaches Bigbury Bay is lined with beautiful beaches. Some, like Bigbury-on-Sea Beach, Bantham Beach and South Milton Sands/Thurlestone Sand (Beach), are well known South Devon attractions. Others, like Thu...
South Milton Sands/Thurlestone Sand (Beach), Bigbury-on-Sea, South Devon (approx. 17 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...
beachhouse, Bigbury-on-Sea, South Devon (approx. 17 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...
Thurlestone South West Coast Path Walk, Bigbury-on-Sea, South Devon (approx. 17 miles away)
The South West Coast Path at Thurlestone Thurlestone is a South Devon village on the east side of the River Avon and Estuary. The coast by Thurlestone is lined with beautiful, accessible beaches and the terrrain is easy to walk. The best beach is South Milton Sands/Thurlestone Sand (Beach). We'd...