Things To Do near Avon Dam Reservoir
Bigbury-on-Sea Discovery Surf School, Bigbury-on-Sea, South Devon (approx. 13 miles away)
Bigbury-on-Sea surf school Bigbury-on-Sea Discovery Surf School is a surf school operating from Bigbury-on-Sea in South Devon. The water around Bigbury-on-Sea Beach and Bantham Beach is great for watersports. The setting is also gorgeous with views across to Burgh Island and down the coas...
Bigbury-on-Sea Beach, Bigbury-on-Sea, South Devon (approx. 13 miles away)
One of South Devon's, and the Westcountry's, most popular coastal attractions One of South Devon's most popular coastal attractions, Bigbury-on-Sea Beach is a large stretch of sand at the mouth of the River Avon. At low tide, the beach extends to Burgh Island. Across Avon Mouth is the impressive...
River Avon and Estuary, Bigbury-on-Sea, South Devon (approx. 13 miles away)
From the highest point on Dartmoor's south moor to the iconic Burgh Island The River Avon rises at Avon Head on the side of Ryder's Hill which is the highest point on the southern high moorland plateau of Dartmoor National Park. From Avon Head, the river runs south towards Huntingdon Warren befor...
Best South Devon Watersports, Bigbury-on-Sea, South Devon (approx. 13 miles away)
In an area of England famous for its coastline, it's no surprise that you could spend your entire holiday trying out various watersports. We list by location and watersport. Bantham We lead with Bantham Beach because it's an iconic South Devon surfing spot. It's also exceptionally be...
Cockington Country Park, Torquay, South Devon (approx. 13 miles away)
English Riviera Country Park Cockington Country Park is a superb and very popular country park close to the sea front and Torquay in The English Riviera. It's packed with places to eat and drink, craft and art studios and independent retailers. There are galleries, scultpures in a walled gar...
The Pilchard Inn, Bigbury-on-Sea, South Devon (approx. 13 miles away)
Extraordinary views in a remarkable setting The Westcountry is packed with top pubs. Some, like The Old Success Inn at Sennen Cove, have extraordinary views. Others, like Fingle Bridge Inn in the Teign Gorge on Dartmoor, are in remarkable settings. The Pilchard Inn has both. Sited next to the fam...
Burgh Island Sea Tractor, Bigbury-on-Sea, South Devon (approx. 13 miles away)
Essential South Devon holiday experience At high tide, a tractor on stilts is used to transport tourists* and guests from mainland South Devon to Burgh Island, its Art Deco Burgh Island Hotel and The Pilchard Inn. The sea tractor crosses Bigbury-on-Sea Beach when the sand's covered in w...
Ferry Boat Inn, Dartmouth, South Devon (approx. 13 miles away)
Wonderful riverside setting in South Devon The Ferry Boat Inn takes its name from the ferry that runs between the pretty village Dittisham and Greenway Quay below Greenway (National Trust). It's a wonderful setting on the west bank of the River Dart. Location of the Ferry B...
Bigbury-on-Sea/Bantham Ferry, Bigbury-on-Sea, South Devon (approx. 13 miles away)
Information boards on the River Avon and Estuary Information boards on site read: 'River Avon Ferry Service The Avon Ferry operates a seasonal passenger service running from Cockleridge Ham to Bantham. Ferry information. The Avon Ferry operates a seasonal service running from Cockle...
Bantham Quay, Bigbury-on-Sea, South Devon (approx. 13 miles away)
Quayside location as beautiful as Bantham's famous beach Huge numbers of people head to Bantham Beach throughout the year. It's one of the UK's best and most beautiful beaches. Fewer people explore the River Avon and Estuary that runs between Bantham Beach and Bigbury-on-Sea Beach. If you're on h...
Bantham Surfing Academy, Bigbury-on-Sea, South Devon (approx. 13 miles away)
Bantham Beach's only surf school Bantham Surfing Academy 'are the only surf school to be based at the beautiful, unspoilt Bantham Beach near to Kingsbridge, Salcombe and Bigbury. The South Hams premier surfing beach'. (Bantham Surfing Academy website) Bantham Surfing Academy's lessons cater fo...
Bantham The Sloop Inn, Bigbury-on-Sea, South Devon (approx. 13 miles away)
Great pub in village behind Bantham Beach Bantham is a South Devon village by one of South West England's most beautiful beaches. At low tide, the sand at Bantham Beach pushes out towards Burgh Island. It's a good spot for a pub. It's a superb spot for coastal and estuary walking. For walks fr...
Dolphin Inn Newton Ferrers, Wembury, South Devon (approx. 13 miles away)
Great location overlooking Newton Creek and Noss Mayo The Dolphin Inn is one of three pubs connected by tidal causeways in the beautiful waterside villages Newton Ferrers and Noss Mayo. The Dolphin Inn is situated on Riverside Road in Newton Ferrers. The pub garden provides amazing views of the l...
Best South Devon Pubs, Bigbury-on-Sea, South Devon (approx. 13 miles away)
With some of the most beautiful coastline in the UK, South Devon has plenty of pubs in very special waterside locations from which to enjoy the views and vibe. Below is a list of some of the best we've come across in years of photographing and researching this part of South West England. ...
Bantham Beach, Bigbury-on-Sea, South Devon (approx. 13 miles away)
One of the best beaches in South West England Bantham is a popular and large low tide sandy beach pretty much joining Bigbury-on-Sea Beach when the tide's out. There are stunning views across the sea to Burgh Island and its famous Art Deco hotel. When the sun's out, the local area's packed wit...