Activities in South Devon
You will discover that South Devon is an ideal location for watersports enthusiasts, with a wide range of activities set against its stunning coastline. For the more energetic, or those new to the water, why not try surfing, kayaking or paddleboarding at Bantham or Bigbury.
The sheltered estuary at Kingsbridge is ideal for exploring by boat, paddleboard, or kayak. You can also take the ferry from Kingsbridge to Salcombe, offering a relaxed way to enjoy the estuary and surrounding scenery. Salcombe itself offers boat hire for experienced sailors, as well as tuition for beginners looking to gain confidence on the water. Fishing trips can also be arranged from Salcombe.
For a more leisurely experience, sit back and relax on a scenic cruise from Dartmouth, where you can enjoy the wildlife of the River Dart or venture out to sea to admire the coastline.
Kayaking and Canoeing
Singing Paddles (Kingsbridge) – www.singingpaddles.co.uk
Canoe Adventures (Totnes) – www.canoeadventures.co.uk
Sailing Tuition
Island Cruising Club, Salcombe – www.islandcruisingclub.com
Salcombe Dinghy Sailing – www.salcombedinghysailing.co.uk
Water Sports
Waterborn Stand Up Paddleboarding
Kingsbridge – www.waterborn.uk.com | 07908 193 632
Bantham Surfing Academy – www.banthamsurfingacademy.co.uk
Bigbury Discovery Surf School – www.discoverysurf.com
Blackpool Sands – www.blackpoolsands.co.uk/watersports
Plymouth Watersports – www.reactivewatersports.co.uk
Triocean Surf Shop (one mile from Parkland) – www.trioceansurf.co.uk
Boat Hire
Salcombe Dinghy Sailing – www.salcombedinghysailing.co.uk
Salcombe Boat Hire – www.whitestrandboathire.co.uk
Dartmouth Boat Hire – www.dartmouth-boat-hire.co.uk
Boat Trips and Cruises
From Kingsbridge – www.kingsbridgesalcombeferry.com
From Salcombe – www.salcombecruises.co.uk
From Dartmouth – www.dartmouthrailriver.co.uk
Sea Fishing
Anglo Dawn, Salcombe – www.salcombeangling.co.uk
Whitestrand Boat Hire, Salcombe – www.whitestrandboathire.co.uk
African Queen, Dartmouth – www.theafricanqueen.co.uk
Fresh Water Fishing
Coombe Water Fishery (1 mile) – www.coombefarm-devon.co.uk
Fishing licences for rod fishing are available from Kingsbridge and Loddiswell post offices.
Spas and Beauty (for a relaxing time)
Dartmouth Hotel Spa – www.dartmouthhotel.co.uk
Voyage Spa at Thurlestone Hotel – www.thurlestone.co.uk
Golf
Bigbury – www.bigburygolfclub.co.uk
Thurlestone – www.thurlestonegolfclub.co.uk
Thurlestone Hotel (9 hole) – www.thurlestone.co.uk
Dartmouth – www.thedartmouthhotel.co.uk
Walking
South West Coast Path – www.southwestcoastpath.org.uk
South Devon National Landscape – www.southdevon-nl.org.uk
Walking Britain – www.walkingbritain.co.uk/Devon-walks
Footpath Maps – www.footpathmap.co.uk
For more information about Activities in South Devon, please visit the local South Hams visitors directory.
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