Things To Do near Babbacombe Bay
River Dart and Estuary, Dartmouth, South Devon (approx. 10 miles away)
The 'Dart' of 'Dartmoor' The 'Dart' of 'Dartmoor'. The River Dart rises as two tributaries on the high moors of the northern plateau of Dartmoor National Park. The East River Dart begins in the area around Hangingstone Hill. The West River Dart begins close to Cut Hill and Fur Tor. These tr...
Totnes Dartington Access for All Path, Totnes, South Devon (approx. 10 miles away)
Walk linking Totnes to one of South Devon's top gardens and visitor attractions Totnes is one of South Devon's best visitor destinations. Nearby Dartington is one of the area's top gardens and visitor attractions. A path links the two taking you along the River Dart to Dartington or to The Shops...
The Shops At Dartington, Totnes, South Devon (approx. 10 miles away)
Superb specilaist shopping destination at Dartington Hall Estate near Totnes The Shops At Dartington are a collection of specialist shops on the edge of Dartington Hall Estate near Totnes. The food and drink shop is particularly impressive selling a wide range of South Devon produce. ...
Best South Devon Boat Trips, Dartmouth, South Devon (approx. 10 miles away)
Boat trips from South Devon's major coastal holiday destinations There are many boat trips you can take in South Devon. Most leave the major coastal holiday destinations such as Dartmouth, Salcombe, Brixham, Torquay and Plymouth. Some follow popular routes and run regularly. Others are more...
Dartmouth Higher Ferry, Dartmouth, South Devon (approx. 11 miles away)
The main River Dart crossing for vehicles Dartmouth Higher Ferry is the main River Dart crossing point for vehicles. It's at the north end of town by the Dart Marina Yacht Harbour and connects sections of the A379. The River Dart is a formidable barrier between The English Riviera and the...
Dartmoor Pony Heritage Trust Education and Visitor Centre, Bovey Tracey, South Devon (approx. 11 miles away)
Learn about the types of ponies you'll see on Dartmoor Dartmoor National Park is known for its moorland ponies. Spend time on Dartmoor and it's difficult not to see ponies grazing or wandering the moors. These ponies come in a huge variety of colours, shapes and sizes. This variety can be co...
River Exe and Estuary, Exeter, South Devon (approx. 11 miles away)
From Exmoor National Park to the South Devon coast Rising on the high moors of Exmoor National Park north west of Simonsbath, the River Exe arcs south east towards the Dulverton area on the fringe of the Park before flowing south through Tiverton to Exeter. From there, the river runs into the Exe...
Coleton Fishacre (National Trust), Dartmouth, South Devon (approx. 11 miles away)
One of the Westcountry's great National Trust properties Unless you're staying in the Dartmouth/Brixham area, Coleton Fishacre (National Trust) can be difficult to get to. You have to cross the River Dart or deal with often heavy traffic in The English Riviera. That said, make the effort as this...
Dartmouth Embankment, Dartmouth, South Devon (approx. 11 miles away)
The best place to people watch in South Devon A long embankment lines the west side of the River Dart and Estuary in Dartmouth. It's arguably the best place to people watch in South Devon. Given its length, Dartmouth Embankment is split into two. North Embankment pushes up to Dartmoor Hig...
Dartmouth Museum, Dartmouth, South Devon (approx. 11 miles away)
Excellent local museum in central Dartmouth 'A small and unusually interesting Museum housed in an old Merchants House, dated 1640. The Museum houses marine and local artefacts, including a superb collection of ships in bottles and an extensive photographic archive of the local area,shipbuilding...
Dartmouth The Butterwalk, Dartmouth, South Devon (approx. 11 miles away)
One of South Devon's great buildings South Devon has some great buildings. One of the best is in the heart of Dartmouth near Dartmouth Harbour. Dated 1635 and 1640, it's 'one of a row of merchants' houses, now a shop and museum with accommodation above' (British Listed Buildings website). Dart...
Dartmouth Ferries and Boat Trips, Dartmouth, South Devon (approx. 11 miles away)
Ferries and boat trips from Dartmouth Embankment Many ferries and boat trips run from Dartmouth Embankment which is located on the west side of the River Dart and Estuary. There are plenty of information boards and kiosks on the southern section of Dartmouth Embankment and around Dartmouth Har...
Exe Estuary Trail, Exeter, South Devon (approx. 11 miles away)
River Exe and Exe Estuary The River Exe rises on Exmoor National Park's high moor. It flows through Mid Devon to Exeter where it meets the sea at the Exe Estuary. The Exe Estuary Trail is a multi-use recreational trail that runs around the side of the estuary. You can walk, run or cy...
Go Ape Haldon Forest, Exeter, South Devon (approx. 11 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...
Dartmouth St Saviour Church, Dartmouth, South Devon (approx. 11 miles away)
Chaucer's Canterbury Tales St Saviour's Church dominates the skyline in the lower section of Dartmouth by Dartmouth Harbour. The narrow streets around the church are lined with beautiful buildings. Whilst exploring the area, visit the church to discover more about it's connection to one of the gr...