The South West Coastal path can be found right on our doorstep and offers some of the most breath taking walking in the British Isles. Whether you are looking to take a casual stroll or an energetic hike the South West Coastal path offers 630 miles of superb coastline and scenery, so don't forget to pack your walking shoes.
The Ramblers Association welcome visitors on any of their walks, for more information please refer to their site which can be found below, we would suggest that you wear appropriate footwear, waterproofs and that you take food and drink
Tel: 01548 852160
We are right next to Route 28 of the National Cycling Network, a series of safe, traffic-free paths and quiet on-road cycling and walking routes which start from Totnes, through Stokenham and on towards Salcombe ferry. To find out more information please refer to the site below:
Wheeldon Off-Road Centre
The UK's only all-weather off road adventure centre Wheeldon Off-Road Centre offers a purpose built 30,000 square foot indoor arena and well as a small training arena and outdoor MotoX. They offer a series of courses to suit all skill levels including beginners and juniors. If you would like to find out more please refer to the site below:
Tel: 01548 821 784
Singing Paddles
Singing Paddles offers paddling for all ages and abilities and it's a great way to keep fit as well as encounter wildlife across the varied waters of South Devon. If you would like to find out more information then please refer to the site below:
Tel: 0775 442 6633
The best locations for surfing and body boarding are Bantham , Lannacombe and Thurlestone beaches.
Bantham Surfing Academy
Bantham Surfing Academy – Based in Bantham Beach, offer professional tuition and coaching for beginners as well as the more experienced surfers within a safe and friendly environment. They also offer supervised surfing sessions & a Kids club. For further information please see the site below:
Tel: 01548 853803
Sailing in Salcombe
Salcombe Dinghy Sailing
Salcombe Dinghy Sailing operates from Whitestrand in the centre of Salcombe and offers year round sailing lessons and boat hire. Learn to sail in safe hands.
Tel: 01548 43927/07970 017321
Salcombe Boat Hire
Salcombe Boat Hire offer a range of boats to hire, allowing you to explore the local area, spend a day at the beach or go fishing. The boats are licensed for 6 to 8 people and come equipped with life jackets and full instructions!!! For further information please see the link below:
Tel: 01548 844 475
Play a round of golf at one of the local golf clubs and enjoy the picturesque countryside and breath taking views. There are many choose from a handful of which are listed below:
Bigbury Golf Club
Tel: 01548 810557
Dittiscombe Equestrian Centre
If you like your horse riding, Dittiscombe Equestrian Centre offers tuition tailored to your individual skill level or if you are all at a similar level they offer group lessons. A great day out while keeping you fit.
Tel: 01548 581 049
While away an afternoon fishing, whether you prefer sea water or fresh watering fishing the local area has plenty to offer some of which have been listed as per the links below:
Fresh water: Newhouse Fishery – Totnes
Tel: 01548 821426
Salt water: Phoenix Charters - Salcombe
Tel: 01548 842840
Skirmish Paintball based in Exeter provides the number one paintball venue in Devon across a 120 acre site in Stoke Woods. It offers 18 play areas and encourages smaller games of between 20 and 30 players. They do not mix professional paintball players with amateurs' players and offer separate dedicated junior games. If you think you would enjoy crawling through the undergrowth, dodging paintballs and hiding from you fellow players then this is the activity for you.
For further information please see the site below:
If tennis is on your agenda there are tennis courts available in Kingsbridge, you can check for availability and pay the court fee at the tourist information centre.
For further information please find their link below:
Treasure Trails Kingsbridge allow you to explore the streets of Kingsbridge while solving a murder mystery, finding treasure or carrying out a secret mission! The trails are suitable for all ages and can be taken at your own pace. Although most of the trails or walking based they also offer driving and cycling trails.
For further information please contact the Kingston Tourist information Centre.
Take the opportunity of a lifetime and see the landscape of the South Downs from a completely different view point.