Things To Do near Maidencombe Beach
The Devon Line Railway, Teignmouth, South Devon (approx. 3 miles away)
The most beautiful stretch of railway line in England? Many argue that this is the most beautiful stretch of railway line in the country. Also known as the 'Riviera Line' owing to the route it takes from Exeter down the River Exe and Estuary, past Dawlish Warren Beach and Teignmouth on its way to...
Teignmouth Promenade, Teignmouth, South Devon (approx. 3 miles away)
Pretty promenade running behind Teignmouth Beach Teignmouth Promenade is a pretty promenade running behind Teignmouth Beach. There are gardens, cafe/bars and restaurants as well as plenty of benches and deckchairs from which to enjoy the views. Teignmouth Pier pushes out into the sea from Teignmo...
Teignmouth Beach, Teignmouth, South Devon (approx. 3 miles away)
Long shingle and sand beach Teignmouth Beach is a long shingle and sand beach on either side of Teignmouth Pier. There are great views across Babbacombe Bay and over to the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site of East Devon. Teignmouth River Beach/Back Beach faces the estuary on t...
Coombe Cellars, Shaldon, South Devon (approx. 3 miles away)
Wonderful pub location on the Teign Estuary Located on the south side of the Teign Estuary with super views east to the coast and west to Dartmoor National Park. Location of Coombe Cellars We've positioend Coombe Cellars on Google maps. Zoom in on the 'Satellite' setting to s...
Teign Heritage Centre (Teignmouth and Shaldon Museum), Teignmouth, South Devon (approx. 3 miles away)
Teignmouth and Shaldon Museum and events, concerts and workshops Teign Heritage Centre is part of South Devon's network of local museums. It's home to Teignmouth and Shaldon Museum. In addition, Teign Heritage Centre runs events, concerts and workshops. Location of Teign Heritag...
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...
Torre Abbey, Torquay, South Devon (approx. 3 miles away)
Wonderful museum and art gallery Once the wealthiest abbey of its kind in England, today Torre Abbey is one of the most complete and important examples of an abbey in the country. Open daily all year round, Torre Abbey is in the heart of Torquay within The English Riviera. Follow in the footst...
Best South Devon Museums, Torquay, South Devon (approx. 3 miles away)
South Devon has some great regional museums. We list the best below. Also find listings for National Trust and English Heritage properties. Museums Torre Abbey. A museum and art gallery housed within an ancient abbey, this is up there with the best cultural attractions in South West...
English Riviera Global Geopark, Torquay, South Devon (approx. 3 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...
Torquay Princess Gardens, Torquay, South Devon (approx. 3 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...
Torquay South West Coast Path Walk, Torquay, South Devon (approx. 3 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...
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...
Torquay Harbour, Torquay, South Devon (approx. 3 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...
Torquay Princess Pier, Torquay, South Devon (approx. 3 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...