Things To Do near Buckland Abbey (National Trust)
The Daymark Tower, Dartmouth, South Devon (approx. 28 miles away)
South Devon coastal landmark visible from miles around A local information board reads: 'THE DAYMARK. THE DAYMARK IS 25 MTRS HIGH AND WAS BUILT IN 1864 AS A NAVIGATIONAL AID. IT IS OWNED & MANAGED BY THE DART HARBOUR COMMISSIONERS.' Location of The Daymark Tower We've positio...
Kents Cavern, Torquay, South Devon (approx. 28 miles away)
'The oldest Ancient Monument in Britain' Torquay is an impressive, popular holiday destination in the north section of Tor Bay. On its fringe, above a beautiful valley, is an amazing show cave called Kents Cavern. According to information boards within Kents Cavern, 'the caves are so important th...
Best South Devon Prehistoric Sites, Torquay, South Devon (approx. 28 miles away)
South Devon has one of the UK's most important prehistoric caves. Dartmoor's prehistory is internationally important. We list some of the best prehistoric sites below. South Devon Prehistoric Sites Kents Cavern. Whilst a tour of this cave is an unforgettable experience and the guide'...
Brownstone Battery (National Trust), Dartmouth, South Devon (approx. 28 miles away)
'Eyes along the coast' Remains of a WW2 battery on the coast near Dartmouth and Kingswear. 'Built to protect the Dart Estuary and Slapton and Blackpool Sands from enemy invasion.' (Information board on site) Part of the National Coastwatch Institution (NCI), the 'eyes along the coast'....
Brixham Breakwater and Lighthouse, Brixham, South Devon (approx. 28 miles away)
Excellent views of Brixham and The English Riviera Breakwater with a lighthouse at its end providing excellent walking and views of Brixham. Brixham Breakwater runs along Brixham Marina and Outer Harbour. Brixham Breakwater Beach is on the east side of the wall. Location of&n...
Anstey's Cove (Beach), Torquay, South Devon (approx. 28 miles away)
Small beach set beneath dramatic cliffs on The English Riviera There's a large car park above the cove and a steep path takes you down to the beach where you'll find a cafe, seating and viewing area. Owing to rockfall, part of the cove is closed to the public. We'd recommend heading north...
Golden Hind, Brixham, South Devon (approx. 28 miles away)
Ship in which Sir Francis Drake circumnavigated the world Replica of the ship in which Sir Francis Drake circumnavigated the world in the late sixteenth century. 'On December 13th 1577 Franics Drake, 10 officers and some 60 men onboard the Golden Hind together with four other smaller ship...
Start Point, Torcross, South Devon (approx. 28 miles away)
The tip of South Devon Prawle Point is Devon's most southerly point. Nearby Start Point and Start Point Lighthouse feel like the tip of the county where rugged coastline juts out into the sea separating Lannacombe Bay from Start Bay. Location of Start Point Start Point is at the s...
Coleton Fishacre (National Trust), Dartmouth, South Devon (approx. 28 miles away)
One of the Westcountry's great National Trust properties Unless you're staying in the Dartmouth/Brixham area, Coleton Fishacre (National Trust) can be difficult to get to. You have to cross the River Dart or deal with often heavy traffic in The English Riviera. That said, make the effort as this...
Brixham Inner Harbour, Brixham, South Devon (approx. 28 miles away)
Magnificent harbour and home to a replica of the Golden Hind Brixham Inner Harbour is a magnificent working harbour and home to a replica of the Golden Hind in which Sir Francis Drake circumnavigated the world in the late sixteenth century. The harbour is lined with restaurants, pubs...
Brixham Watersports, Brixham, South Devon (approx. 28 miles away)
Watersports suppliers in and around Brixham Grenville House Outdoor Education Centre. Situated by Brixham Marina. Torbay Sea School on Berry Head Road. Brixham Yacht Club and Brixham Junior Sailing Club by Oxen Cove Car Park. Broadsands Beach Watersports Centre at Broadsands Beach.
Brixham Ferries and Boat Trips, Brixham, South Devon (approx. 28 miles away)
Ferries and boat trips from Brixham There are many kiosks at Brixham Inner Harbour providing boat trips. You can book tickets on the day you visit. Ferries from Brixham Ferries run across Tor Bay to Torquay and Paignton. Western Lady Ferry Service provides the Western...
Brixham Heritage Fishing Fleet, Brixham, South Devon (approx. 28 miles away)
Once home to one of the largest fleets of wooden sailing trawlers in the world Brixham was once home to one of the largest fleets of wooden sailing trawlers in the world. Today, visitors can see six of these moored in Brixham Marina and Outer Harbour. 'Brixham Harbour ... during the late 19th...
Shaldon Beach, Shaldon, South Devon (approx. 28 miles away)
Wonderful beach at Shaldon on the Teign Estuary Shaldon Beach is a wonderful shingle and sand beach with views across the River Teign and Estuary towards Teignmouth. There are some great pubs and cafes behind the beach. The beer garden at The Ferry Boat Inn is superb. Take a trip ...
Start Point Lighthouse, Torcross, South Devon (approx. 28 miles away)
Lighthouse in stunning location on the tip of Devon Explore the South Devon coast from the Dartmouth area all the way down to Torcross and Beesands and Hallsands and you'll see a ligthouse on the tip of a coastal point. This is Start Point Lighthouse. Location of Start Point Lighthou...