The Area
Welcome to the heart of the South Hams, where Parkland is located, in an area of outstanding natural beauty, which enjoys warm summers and mild winters.
The area has plenty to offer all, whether you like to ramble along the stunning South West Coast Path, or the network of pretty inland green lanes, explore small towns and quaint villages, or perhaps magnificent gardens and historic houses. Visitor attractions are plentiful, along with sailing, water-sports, fishing and golf, or perhaps you prefer a lazy day on one of the many glorious beaches in the vicinity, with a good meal from many fine establishments in the area to round the day off…
Please peruse the information pages on our area, hopefully we have covered all possible attractions, activities and useful links for you, but should require additional information or advice on where to go or what to do then please just ask…
Activities
You will discover that South Devon is the perfect location for the water-sports enthusiast. For the energetic why not try your hand at surfing, kayaking or paddle boarding at Bantham or Bigbury. Salcombe offers boat hire for the experienced sailor, or tuition for the beginner. For a leisurely day sit back and relax on a scenic cruise from Dartmouth, enjoy the wildlife on the River Dart, or venture out to sea for the stunning coastline. Fishing trips can also be arranged from Salcombe, and the area has many private fisheries.
Attractions
South Devon has many visitor attractions and places of interest for those who enjoy going out and exploring. Come rain or shine be exhilarated at award winning adventure parks, feed the animals on the farm or discover wonderful creatures at marine and wildlife centres. Perhaps you are a history buff, or a horticulturist? You will fine that South Devon offers a fine selection of historic houses, museums and abbeys to explore, along with spectacular landscapes and gardens
Beaches
The South Hams coastline is lined with an array of vast sandy beaches and pebbled coves. All are perfect for a relaxing day, or the starting point for exploring along the South West coast path. You will find many of the larger beaches with amenities, along with a quaint village pub, or beach cafe, but off the beaten track there are many secluded natural coves offering just sun (hopefully), sea and sand (or pebbles)…
Eating Out
From fine dining and home-cooked pub grub, to take away fish ’n’ chips you will find an establishment within a short drive to suit your occasion…of course the use of fresh local produce is in abundance, along with the daily catch, and the well known Salcombe Crab…
Local Towns
We have added some information below about the towns in our area in the South Hams in South Devon. The market town of Kingsbridge, the resort town of Salcombe, historic Totnes and Dartmouth, home to Britannia Royal Naval College.
Local Information
Some useful information about the surrounding area to help you on your holiday including transportation and exploration, Weather, Surfing Information and Local Walks.
What's On
Some of the main events that take place in our area, for further information and the latest local events please visit www.southhams.com/events or the local tourist informations centres
