Things To Do near River Exe and Estuary
Haytor Rocks, Bovey Tracey, South Devon (approx. 14 miles away)
Dartmoor's most famous tor Haytor Rocks is probably Dartmoor National Park's most famous tor. Owing to its location on the eastern fringe of Dartmoor above populated areas such as The English Riviera, it can get exceptionally busy on the rocks during the summer months, on long bank holiday weeken...
Occombe Farm, Torquay, South Devon (approx. 15 miles away)
Working farm and visitor attraction on the edge of The English Riviera Occombe Farm is a working farm and visitor attraction on the edge of The English Riviera. In addition to farm animals, there's a nature trail, kitchen garden and cafe. It's a perfect day out if you have young kids. Note tha...
Hound Tor, Bovey Tracey, South Devon (approx. 15 miles away)
Impressive, popular and very easily accessible Dartmoor tor One of Dartmoor's most impressive and popular tors, Hound Tor is located in the east section of the National Park across the valley from Haytor Rocks. As is the case with Haytor Rocks, Hound Tor is very easily accessible. &n...
Paignton Beach, Brixham, South Devon (approx. 16 miles away)
Very popular holiday beach in the heart of The English Riviera Long, sandy beach on either side of Paignton Pier at the centre of Tor Bay on The English Riviera. Very popular with tourists during the holiday season. Paignton Green runs behind Paignton Beach. Paignton Harbour is at...
Paignton Pier, Brixham, South Devon (approx. 16 miles away)
Pier at Paignton Beach Victorian pleasure pier at the heart of The English Riviera. First opened in 1879, Paignton Pier offers fine views of Tor Bay. Torquay is to the north and Brixham to the south. Also visit Princess Pier and Teignmouth Pier in the local area. Location of Paign...
Torbay/Tor Bay, Torquay, South Devon (approx. 16 miles away)
One of the UK's great holiday destinations Torbay, or Torbados as the locals call it, is a glorious semicircle of coastline running from Hope's Nose in the north down to Berry Head in the south. When the sun's out, it can be spectacular. It's also packed with visitor attractions and lined with su...
Kirkham House (English Heritage), Brixham, South Devon (approx. 16 miles away)
Lesser known English Heritage property on The English Riviera 'Late medieval house, restored in the 1960s. Furnished with modern furniture, illustrating traditional craftmanship. Managed in association with the Paignton Heritage Society.' (English Heritage handbook) Location of ...
Paignton Ferries and Boat Trips, Brixham, South Devon (approx. 16 miles away)
Ferries and boat trips from Paignton Harbour area There are many kiosks at Paignton Harbour providing boat trips. You can book tickets on the day of your visit. Ferries from Paington Paignton Pleasure Cruises run ferries between Brixham, Paignton and Torquay. 'We have ticket offic...
Paignton Harbour, Brixham, South Devon (approx. 16 miles away)
Harbour at the southern end of Paignton Beach Striking harbour with excellent views of Paignton Beach, Paignton Pier and The English Riviera. Fishing trips and pleasure cruises leave from the harbour which is located in the centre of Tor Bay. To one side of the harbour is a great littl...
Fairy Cove (Beach), Brixham, South Devon (approx. 16 miles away)
Pretty cove situated between Paignton Harbour and Roundham Head Fairy Cove is a pretty, small beach situated by Paignton Harbour and Roundham Head. At low tide, you can explore the rock pools and cliffs at Roundham Head. Location of Fairy Cove We've positioned Fairy Cove on G...
Roundham Head, Brixham, South Devon (approx. 16 miles away)
English Riviera Geopark landmark Roundham Head is a landmark on The English Riviera and a feature of The English Riviera Geopark. Goodrington/Roundham Cliff Gardens run along the top of the headland and the South West Coast Path cuts across it on its way to/from Paignton Harbour. ...
The Miniature Pony Centre, Bovey Tracey, South Devon (approx. 16 miles away)
Essential South Devon and Dartmoor visiting if you have young kids A Dartmoor highlight for young children, The Miniature Pony Centre's just south west of Moretonhampstead on the B3212 which cuts across the National Park. Location of The Miniature Pony Centre We've positioned ...
Berry Pomeroy Castle (English Heritage), Totnes, South Devon (approx. 16 miles away)
English Heritage castle ruin near Totnes Berry Pomeroy Castle (English Heritage) is a magnificent castle ruin in a stunning location near Totnes. There are woodland walks and a small lake below the castle. You can also take a break in the restaurant/cafe (great Devon cream teas) an...
Goodrington Sands (Beach), Brixham, South Devon (approx. 17 miles away)
Top family beach on The English Riviera Goodrington Sands is a very popular, mainly sand beach on the The English Riviera. There are loads of things to do in the local area including Splashdown Quaywest, Goodrington Park, Goodrington/Roundham Cliff Gardens and an exceptional promenade ext...
Splashdown Quaywest, Brixham, South Devon (approx. 17 miles away)
'Devon's premier water park' Splashdown Quaywest markets itself as 'Devon's premier water park'. It sits behind Goodrington Sands on The English Riviera. The area itself is packed with leisure activities including Goodrington Park, Goodrington Sands Promenade, Goodrington/Roundham Cl...