Things To Do near Topsham/Turf Ferry
The Turf, Exeter, South Devon (approx. 1 mile away)
Glorious pub location overlooking the Exe Estuary Lock and pub at the southern end of the Exeter Ship Canal offering exceptional views of the Exe Estuary. Topsham is across the water to the north and Exmouth is to the south east. The Turf Pub is in a glorious location. We'd recommend visiting...
Exe Estuary Trail, Exeter, South Devon (approx. 1 mile 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...
Exeter Canal, Exeter, South Devon (approx. 1 mile away)
Exeter Ship Canal location The Exeter Ship Canal runs from the Exeter Ship Canal Basin in Exeter down the western side of the River Exe and Estuary towards the sea. Where the canal meets the estuary are The Turf and Turf Lock. One of the oldest canals in the UK It's...
River Exe and Estuary, Exeter, South Devon (approx. 1 mile 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...
Topsham/Topsham Lock Ferry, Exeter, South Devon (approx. 1 mile away)
Crossing the River Exe and Estuary A ferry runs from Ferry Road in Topsham across to Topsham Lock. Further south, another ferry runs from Topsham across to The Turf pub. Location of Topsham/Topsham Lock Ferry We've positioned Topsham/Topsham Lock Ferry on Google maps....
Exe Estuary RSPB Nature Reserves, Exeter, South Devon (approx. 1 mile away)
RSPB nature reserves on the Exe Estuary near Exeter The River Exe rises on the high moors of Exmoor National Park north west of Simonsbath and arcs south east towards the Dulverton area on the fringe of the Park before flowing south through Tiverton to Exeter. From there, the...
Powderham Castle and Estate, Exeter, South Devon (approx. 1 mile away)
Top South Devon family day out Powderham Castle is a top South Devon family day out. The castle is part of the Powderham Estate which also includes a Deer Park Safari, Secret Garden, children's play fort and Birds of Prey exhbitions. Powderham Castle is the family home of the Earl of Devo...
The Old Sludge Beds Nature Reserve, Exeter, South Devon (approx. 2 miles away)
The River Exe below the M5 Situated between Exeter Canal and the River Exe below the M5 spanning the wetland. 'The Old Sludge Beds are an important wetland nature reserve. There should be lots to see and hear whatever time of year you visit.' Highlights include warbler, Pipistrelle bats, peaco...
Exmouth Local Nature Reserve, Exeter, South Devon (approx. 3 miles away)
Nature reserve by the mouth of the Exe Estuary at Exmouth Exmouth sits on the mouth of the Exe Estuary. Exmouth Local Nature Reserve covers the estuary by the town. 'Designated due to the highly productive mudflats and eelgrass beds, which provide a rich food source for birds.' (Information bo...
Exe Estuary and Exmouth Ferries and Boat Trips, Exeter, South Devon (approx. 4 miles away)
Ferries in the Exe Estuary and from Exmouth Ferries run from numerous places in the Exe Estuary. These include Starcross, The Turf pub, Topsham and Exmouth. Starcross/Exmouth Ferry A ferry runs between Starcross and Exmouth. In Starcross, head for the railway station. Cross the...
Warren Point, Dawlish Warren, South Devon (approx. 4 miles away)
Great beach walk with views Warren Point is at the north eastern end of the sand spit that pushes out from Dawlish Warren into the mouth of the Exe Estuary. It provides superb views of the estuary, Exmouth and start of the Dorset and East Devon Coast UNESCO World Heritage Site which is commo...
Dawlish Warren National Nature Reserve, Dawlish Warren, South Devon (approx. 4 miles away)
One of the most important wildlife sites in Europe Dawlish Warren National Nature Reserve 'is one of the most important wildlife sites in Europe'. It's also exceptionally beautiful and provides magnificent views of the Exe Estuary, Exmouth and the beginning/end of the Jurassic Coast World Heritag...
Dawlish Warren Beach, Dawlish Warren, South Devon (approx. 5 miles away)
Popular South Devon beach and holiday destination Dawlish Warren Beach backs onto the dunes of Dawlish Warren National Nature Reserve. In summer, owing to easy access by train or road, the beach is packed with visitors. To get away from the crowds around the resort centre, walk up the b...
Haven Banks Outdoor Education Centre, Exeter, South Devon (approx. 5 miles away)
Outdoor activity supplier on Exeter's Quayside Haven Banks Outdoor Education Centre offers a huge range of activities including watersports such as kayaking, canoeing, sailing, windsurfing and power-boating. These activities are aimed at adults, kids and families. Location Ha...
Quay Climbing Centre, Exeter, South Devon (approx. 5 miles away)
South West's largest indoor climbing wall Quay Climbing Centre has 'the South West's largest indoor climbing wall'. (Quay Climbing Centre website) Note that Clip 'n Climb runs from Quay Climbing Centre. 'We also use our large space to house other activities that are related to or of benefit to...