Things To Do near Babbacombe Bay
Ness Cove Beach, Shaldon, South Devon (approx. 2 miles away)
Family beach accessed through a tunnel Ness Cove is a sand and shingle family beach under high red cliffs by the pretty Devon village of Shaldon. Access to the beach is through the short Smugglers Tunnel which has been cut through the rock here. There's a large car park, a pub called The Ness...
Kents Cavern, Torquay, South Devon (approx. 2 miles away)
'The oldest Ancient Monument in Britain' Torquay is an impressive, popular holiday destination in the north section of Tor Bay. On its fringe, above a beautiful valley, is an amazing show cave called Kents Cavern. According to information boards within Kents Cavern, 'the caves are so important th...
Best South Devon Prehistoric Sites, Torquay, South Devon (approx. 2 miles away)
South Devon has one of the UK's most important prehistoric caves. Dartmoor's prehistory is internationally important. We list some of the best prehistoric sites below. South Devon Prehistoric Sites Kents Cavern. Whilst a tour of this cave is an unforgettable experience and the guide'...
Smugglers Tunnel, Shaldon, South Devon (approx. 2 miles away)
Tunnel to Ness Cove Beach Smugglers Tunnel is a tunnel running through cliffs on the Devon coast providing access from Shaldon to Ness Cove Beach. Smugglers Tunnel is by Shaldon Zoo and the beautifully located The Ness pub. There's a large car park and public toilets by its entrance....
Shaldon Zoo, Shaldon, South Devon (approx. 2 miles away)
'The Best Little Zoo in the West' Superb, compact zoo on the outskirts of Shaldon with an exceptionally important collection of primates. A delight to visit. 'Set in an acre of woodland garden above the attractive coastal village of Shaldon, we look after, and help preserve, some of the rare...
The Ness (viewpoint Shaldon, Teign Estuary and Teignmouth), Shaldon, South Devon (approx. 3 miles away)
Extraordinary coastal views The Ness (viewpoint Shaldon, Teign Estuary and Teignmouth) is the headland on the south side of the mouth of the Teign Estuary. The South West Coast Path climbs to the top of the headland and there's a viewing point. The views down to Teignmouth are extraordinary and w...
The Ness, Shaldon, South Devon (approx. 3 miles away)
Amazing pub location The Ness is a pub at the mouth of the Teign Estuary in Shaldon village. Shaldon is on the Devon coast just north of The English Riviera. There are superb views across the water to Teignmouth and Teignmouth Pier. Beyond those, on a clear day, you'll see the East Devon and Dors...
Hope's Nose, Torquay, South Devon (approx. 3 miles away)
The most easterly point of The English Riviera A Site of Special Scientifc Interest (SSSI) and part of the The English Riviera Geopark, Hope's Nose is an excellent example of a raised beach: 'Hope's Nose has well-known 'raised' beach deposits, around 8 metres above modern sea level. The...
Shaldon Beach, Shaldon, South Devon (approx. 3 miles away)
Wonderful beach at Shaldon on the Teign Estuary Shaldon Beach is a wonderful shingle and sand beach with views across the River Teign and Estuary towards Teignmouth. There are some great pubs and cafes behind the beach. The beer garden at The Ferry Boat Inn is superb. Take a trip ...
Teignmouth River Beach/Back Beach, Teignmouth, South Devon (approx. 3 miles away)
Pretty beach at the back of Teignmouth with top views of Shaldon and the Teign Estuary Teignmouth River Beach, or Teignmouth Back Beach, sits at the back of Teingmouth overlooking the Teign Estuary. Shaldon is across the water. The Teignmouth/Shaldon ferry runs between Teignmouth River Beach/Back...
Teignmouth/Shaldon Ferry, Teignmouth, South Devon (approx. 3 miles away)
Foot ferry crossing the Teign Estuary between Teignmouth and Shaldon The Teignmouth/Shaldon Ferry runs between Teignmouth River Beach/Back Beach and Shaldon Beach. Take the ferry from the slipway at the bottom of Lifeboat Lane in Teignmouth or from the landing point on Shaldon Beach. Note...
Teignmouth Ferries and Boat Trips, Teignmouth, South Devon (approx. 3 miles away)
Ferries from Teignmouth Teignmouth sits on the north side of the mouth of the Teign Estuary. Shaldon is located on the south side. A ferry connects the two. Teignmouth/Shaldon Ferry Take the ferry that runs between Teignmouth and Shaldon. 'The Teignmouth - Shaldon Ferry is reputed...
Teignmouth/Shaldon South West Coast Path Walk, Teignmouth, South Devon (approx. 3 miles away)
The South West Coast Path at Teignmouth/Shaldon The Teign Estuary at Teignmouth and Shaldon is stunning. It's a great area for walking. You can head inland to Dartmoor National Park on the Templer Way or explore two very different coastlines south and north of this South Devon holiday hotspo...
Torquay Museum, Torquay, South Devon (approx. 3 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...
Torquay Agatha Christie, Torquay, South Devon (approx. 3 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...