Things To Do near Sheeps Tor
Haldon Forest Park, Exeter, South Devon (approx. 22 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...
Torquay Museum, Torquay, South Devon (approx. 22 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. 22 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...
Watcombe Beach, Torquay, South Devon (approx. 22 miles away)
Wonderful arc of sand and rock below high cliffs and woodland Watcombe Beach is a wonderful arc of sand and rock. It sits below high cliffs in a heavily wooded section of the South Devon coast. There's a cafe/bar and seating area above the beach. You'll also find public loos on site. Whilst...
The Thatched Tavern, Torquay, South Devon (approx. 22 miles away)
Great pub near Maidencombe Beach Maidencombe is a small village on the Devon coast just north of The English Riviera. The Thatched Tavern is located within Maidencombe. It's a short, sharp walk from the pub to Maidencombe Beach. Whilst the walk to Maidencombe Beach is lovely, if you fancy some...
The Devon Line Railway, Teignmouth, South Devon (approx. 22 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...
Oddicombe Beach, Torquay, South Devon (approx. 22 miles away)
Stunning beach in the north section of the The English Riviera Oddicombe Beach is in a stunning location on an arc of coastline running from Petit Tor Point around to the harbour wall by The Cary Arms. Oddicombe Beach is on the west side of this arc of coastline. Babbacombe Beach and Harbour...
Babbacombe Downs and Gardens, Torquay, South Devon (approx. 22 miles away)
Exceptional views of the Devon and Dorset coastlines Area above the cliffs at Babbacombe offering quite exceptional views of the Devon and Dorset coastlines. On a clear day, you'll see Teignmouth and Exmouth. Beneath the cliffs are Babbacombe Beach and Harbour and Oddicombe Beach. Passeng...
Slapton Ley National Nature Reserve, Torcross, South Devon (approx. 22 miles away)
National Nature Reserve near the southernmost point of South Devon Slapton Ley is a National Nature Reserve by Torcross in the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The largest natural lake in South West England, Slapton Ley is separated from the sea at Start Bay by Slapton Sands (Beach...
Maidencombe Beach, Torquay, South Devon (approx. 22 miles away)
Small sand and shingle beach Maidencombe Beach is a small sand and shingle beach beneath high cliffs on the South Devon coast between Teignmouth/Shaldon and Babbacombe. It's overlooked by the 'Beach Cafe'. There's a reasonable amount of parking just down the road from the pub in the...
Dartmouth/Kingswear South West Coast Path Walk, Dartmouth, South Devon (approx. 23 miles away)
The South West Coast Path at Dartmouth/Kingswear Along with Salcombe further down the coast, on sunny days, Dartmouth is up there with the best coastal destinations in the world. In the right conditions, it's an awesome place. We'd recommend experiencing Dartmouth by boat and on foot. For the lat...
Daddyhole Plain (viewpoint over Tor Bay), Torquay, South Devon (approx. 23 miles away)
Some of Tor Bay's finest views Daddyhole Plain (viewpoint over Tor Bay) is a stretch of high ground on the north side of Tor Bay. It provides huge views across the bay to Brixham and Berry Head. There's plenty of parking but we'd recommend walking in on the South West Coast Path which is parti...
Slapton Sands (Beach), Torcross, South Devon (approx. 23 miles away)
Huge shingle beach lining Start Bay Slapton Sands (Beach) is a huge, narrow shingle beach running along the centre of Start Bay. It's within the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). Behind the beach are Slapton Ley National Nature Reserve and the Torcross Sherman Tank. T...
Babbacombe Beach and Harbour, Torquay, South Devon (approx. 23 miles away)
One of a number of top beach locations within The English Riviera Babbacombe Beach is a rock, pebble and sand beach beneath Babbacombe Downs and Gardens. It's situated across the water from Oddicombe Beach within Babbacombe Bay. The harbour wall of Babbicombe Harbour sits below The Cary A...
Torcross Sherman Tank, Torcross, South Devon (approx. 23 miles away)
South Devon's quirkiest landmark and its tragic story Drive the A379 between Slapton Sands (Beach) and Slapton Ley National Nature Reserve and you'll see a Sherman tank in the corner of the car park by Torcross. The quirky landmark is associated with a tragic story. The Sherman is a ...