Things To Do near Avon Dam Reservoir
Berry Head, Brixham, South Devon (approx. 17 miles away)
Limestone headland and one of The English Riviera's most distinctive landmarks Berry Head is a large limestone headland at the southern end of The English Riviera and Tor Bay on the South Devon coast. Just east of Brixham and Brixham Breakwater and Lighthouse, Berry Head is home to a National...
Salcombe/East Portlemouth South West Coast Path Walk, Salcombe, South Devon (approx. 17 miles away)
The South West Coast Path at Salcombe/East Portlemouth On sunny days, Salcombe is up there with the best destinations in the world. It can be an extraordinary experience in the right conditions. Arguably the best way to appreciate its beauty is on foot walking the South West Coast Path which...
Start Bay, Torcross, South Devon (approx. 18 miles away)
A large, sweeping bay in South Devon Start Bay is one of the Westcountry's most beautiful bays. Lined with stunning beaches, pretty villages and great pubs, it's a popular South Devon visitor destination. Location of Start Bay Part of the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Be...
Overbeck's Garden and Museum (National Trust), Salcombe, South Devon (approx. 18 miles away)
Exotic National Trust garden overlooking the Salcombe Kingsbridge Estuary Overbeck's Garden and Museum (National Trust) is an exotic National Trust garden and museum near Salcombe on South Devon coast. Location of Overbeck's Garden and Museum (National Trust) Overbeck's...
Bee Sands (Beach), Torcross, South Devon (approx. 18 miles away)
Long shingle beach with pub and beach cafe Bee Sands (Beach) is a long shingle beach towards the southern section of Start Bay. The beach backs onto the pretty coastal village Beesands. There's plenty of parking available behind Bee Sands (Beach) although we'd recommend walking in on the South...
Haldon Forest Park, Exeter, South Devon (approx. 18 miles away)
Major South Devon outdoor activities attraction Haldon Forest covers high ground in the South Devon countryside between Exeter, the Exe Estuary and the north east section of Dartmoor National Park. Haldon Forest Park is a major South Devon outdoor activities centre. It has numerous...
The Warren (Soar/Salcombe), Salcombe, South Devon (approx. 18 miles away)
Stunning coastline near Salcombe The Warren (Soar/Salcombe)* is a stunning stretch of South Devon coastline between Soar Mill Cove (Beach) and Bolt Head. Location and directions for The Warren (Soar/Salcombe) South west of Salcombe, The Warren (Soar/Salcombe) can be explored...
The Cricket Inn, Torcross, South Devon (approx. 18 miles away)
Start Bay and its many shingle beaches are part of the South Devon AONB. The coast at Start Bay is lined with a number of gorgeous villages that provide top views of the area. Beesands is one such village. The Cricket Inn is on the seafront in Beesands. The main photo in this listing is what you see...
Haldon Belvedere (Lawrence Castle), Exeter, South Devon (approx. 18 miles away)
Distinctive South Devon landmark providing great views Haldon Belvedere, or Lawrence Castle, rises from Haldon Forest in the South Devon countryside between Exeter, the Exe Estuary and the north east section of Dartmoor National Park. You catch sight of it from all directions, for example wh...
Sharp Tor (Salcombe), Salcombe, South Devon (approx. 18 miles away)
Coastal tor offering an exceptional view of the Salcombe Kingsbridge Estuary There are lots of Sharp Tors on Dartmoor. One provides stunning views of the Teign Gorge near Castle Drogo (National Trust). Another is situated above the remarkable Dart Gorge. The Sharp Tor above the mouth of...
Best South Devon SWCP/South West Coast Path Walking, Salcombe, South Devon (approx. 18 miles away)
If you're looking to walk a short section of the South West Coast Path in South Devon then we'd recommend the following stretches of coastline. We also include a description of the entire length of the South West Coast Path from Exeter to Plymouth should you want to complete it in one go. Browse the...
Starehole Bay and Starehole Cove, Salcombe, South Devon (approx. 18 miles away)
Beautiful bay and cove at the mouth of the Salcombe Kingsbridge Estuary Starehole Bay is a small, sheltered bay at the mouth of the Salcombe Kingsbridge Estuary where estuary meets sea. Sharp Tor (Salcombe) dominates to the north and Bolt Head to the south. The South West Coast Path runs aro...
Bolt Head, Salcombe, South Devon (approx. 18 miles away)
Headland south of Salcombe at the mouth of the Salcombe Kingsbridge Estuary If you like coastal walking then a yomp to Bolt Head is a must. The location is stunning and views immense. Location of Bolt Head Bolt Head is almost as far south as you can go in South Devon. Situated on...
Gara Rock Beach, Salcombe, South Devon (approx. 18 miles away)
Popular beach below hotel, restaurant and bar Gara Rock Beach is a beautiful sand beach on the coast below the luxury hotel Gara Rock. The hotel's restaurant, lounge bar and 'Garavan' are a top day trip destination for walkers from the Salcombe/East Portlemouth area wanting to combine a yomp with...
Hall Sands (Beach), Torcross, South Devon (approx. 18 miles away)
Shingle beach near Start Point Hall Sands (Beach) is a shingle beach near Start Point and Start Point Lighthouse in the southern section of Start Bay. When visiting this part of South Devon, most people head for Blackpool Sands (Beach) or Slapton Sands (Beach). We'd recommend making the effort...