Clare’s guidebook
Animal and Wildlife Attractions
This fantastic Zoo has one of the largest collections of endangered primates and is actively involved in conservation. With a surprisingly large collection from Meerkats to Margays this small zoo never fails to deliver up close and personal experiences with keeper talks and animal encounters.
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Shaldon Wildlife Trust
Ness DriveThis fantastic Zoo has one of the largest collections of endangered primates and is actively involved in conservation. With a surprisingly large collection from Meerkats to Margays this small zoo never fails to deliver up close and personal experiences with keeper talks and animal encounters.
Spot dolphin, seal and if your lucky basking shark on this rib ride leaving from Teignmouth
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Devon Sea Safari
New Quay StreetSpot dolphin, seal and if your lucky basking shark on this rib ride leaving from Teignmouth
All the big favourites - Lion, Rhino, Giraffe, Elephant
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Paignton Zoo Environmental Park
Totnes RoadAll the big favourites - Lion, Rhino, Giraffe, Elephant
Sightseeing
This stunning coastal path has breathtaking views and can be challenging in places. If your feeling energetic try the Shaldon to Maidencombe stretch with welcome refreshments and food available in Maidencombe at the 17th Century Thatched Tavern
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South West Coastal Footpath
South West Coast PathThis stunning coastal path has breathtaking views and can be challenging in places. If your feeling energetic try the Shaldon to Maidencombe stretch with welcome refreshments and food available in Maidencombe at the 17th Century Thatched Tavern
Fantastic trips from Dartmouth along this historic line through the countryside and along the river dart.
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Dartmouth Steam Railway & River Boat Company
Queen's Park RoadFantastic trips from Dartmouth along this historic line through the countryside and along the river dart.
Unique miniature village, combine this with a visit to Kents Cavern.
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Babbacombe Model Village
Hampton AvenueUnique miniature village, combine this with a visit to Kents Cavern.
Bracing walk along the long sandy beach in Winter with plenty of cafes or a fantastic Lifeguard covered beach to swim and sunbathe on during Summer
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Teignmouth Back Beach
Teign View PlaceBracing walk along the long sandy beach in Winter with plenty of cafes or a fantastic Lifeguard covered beach to swim and sunbathe on during Summer
Teign Boat Hire
Hire a boat and take to the water
Family Attractions
Fun theme park for families open year round - great for wet weather day
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Crealy Theme Park & Resort
Sidmouth RoadFun theme park for families open year round - great for wet weather day
Definite wet weather favourite - great pool with flumes, wave machine and cafe
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Waves Leisure Pool
Chestnut AvenueDefinite wet weather favourite - great pool with flumes, wave machine and cafe
Fun for family - combine with trip to model village
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Kents Cavern Prehistoric Caves
91 Ilsham RdFun for family - combine with trip to model village
Sea Sports Southwest
New Quay StreetHire all things water related from SUPS to Kayaks
High wire fun in the forest
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Go Ape Haldon (Treetop Challenge, Zip Lines, High Ropes)
High wire fun in the forest
Babbacombe Model Village
Hampton AvenueUnique model village - combine with Kents Cavern
Food scene
Crab Shack
3 Queen StThe seafood is caught locally and prepared the same day
Takeaway service available too - modern spacious Indian restaurant
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Naz Indian
9 Somerset PlTakeaway service available too - modern spacious Indian restaurant
The Jolly Good Fish Cafe
6 Teign StBest fish and chips in town - no competition
Cantonese House
11 Regent StTakeaway only - always great service
OZ's 2
7 Den RdTake away only - Delivery available
17th Century, open fire, traditional country pub - Sunday Lunch is exceptional
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The Wild Goose Inn
17th Century, open fire, traditional country pub - Sunday Lunch is exceptional
Stunning waterfront views - make sure you reserve a table next to the window. Fantastic outdoor seating in Summer and best place to watch the sunset. n.b. can get very busy in the Summer so be prepared for a wait for food.
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Coombe Cellars
1 Holywell CottagesStunning waterfront views - make sure you reserve a table next to the window. Fantastic outdoor seating in Summer and best place to watch the sunset. n.b. can get very busy in the Summer so be prepared for a wait for food.
14th Century Thatched Long Barn with fantastic, funky outdoor field kitchen and snuggly traditional indoor seating - consistently excellent food - a real treat
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The Cott Inn
Cott Lane14th Century Thatched Long Barn with fantastic, funky outdoor field kitchen and snuggly traditional indoor seating - consistently excellent food - a real treat
The Clipper Cafe
26 StrandFantastic spot for breakfast on the water
Nightlife
Unbelievable selection of Gins, cosy low lit bar - feels like a speakeasy
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The Lobster Lounge
31 Northumberland PlUnbelievable selection of Gins, cosy low lit bar - feels like a speakeasy
Halulu
Trendy cocktail bar on Teignmouth seafront with fantastic views
The Jolie Brise
9-15 Station RdUsual Weatherspoons fare in this large popular bar
Pavilions Teignmouth
Den CrescentCinema and Theatre with bar and cafe
The View Bar & Cafe
Great cocktails and fantastic views, friendly service
Ship Inn
Queen StreetA must to watch the sun go down on the back beach in Teignmouth
Village bar with outdoor beer garden on the beach front and live music
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The Ferry Boat Inn, Shaldon
4 StrandVillage bar with outdoor beer garden on the beach front and live music
King William III
19 Northumberland PlaceGreat bar to watch sports
Neighbourhoods
Exeter
Historic city with cathedral, museum and superb shopping
City/town information
Superb historic city with museum, galleries, theatre, cinemas, restaurants, bars and nightlife plus endless shopping options
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Exeter
Superb historic city with museum, galleries, theatre, cinemas, restaurants, bars and nightlife plus endless shopping options
Historical naval town with large selection of shops, restaurants and bars - great day out
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Dartmouth
Historical naval town with large selection of shops, restaurants and bars - great day out
Historical town with thriving market, cobbled streets, artisan shopping and large selection of vegan restaurants
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Totnes
Historical town with thriving market, cobbled streets, artisan shopping and large selection of vegan restaurants
Stunning harbour and estuary with lovely views. This town has narrow windy streets, great shopping and fantastic restaurants and bars.
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Salcombe
Stunning harbour and estuary with lovely views. This town has narrow windy streets, great shopping and fantastic restaurants and bars.