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view of Fort Charles in Salcombe England 2006

Salcombe

(1.1 miles, 1.8 km, direction NE)

Salcombe is a pleasant town with a happy atmosphere making it a joy to explore when you tire of lazing on one of the beautiful sandy beaches or need to relax after an energetic morning at sea...

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Coastpath Gate

Hope

(3.6 miles, 5.8 km, direction NW)

Despite having a picturesque little bay known as Hope Cove which has a picturesque harbour at its northern end, what really stuns all who visit is the sight of waves lashing against the scattered rocks flanking the cove...

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Kingsbridge!

Kingsbridge

(4.5 miles, 7.2 km, direction N)

Long ago, Kingsbridge was a thriving port, these days it is an interesting holiday destination providing year long excitement for boating enthusiasts and a wealth sandy beaches and lovely coves for those who simply wish to laze beside the sea...

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The beach at Hallsands, Devon.

Hallsands

(5.4 miles, 8.7 km, direction E)

Hallsands is a powerful reminder of the havoc and destruction caused by gale lashed, turbulent seas...

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Beesands, Devon. From costal path

Beesands

(5.8 miles, 9.4 km, direction E)

Here in Beesands narrow lanes rise swiftly up steep cliffs from a small beach-side fishing village showing a delightful mix match of old cottages fronted by a strip of softly shelving sand and shingle...

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Torcross and beach view

Torcross

(6.4 miles, 10.3 km, direction NE)

In the summer months Torcross is a popular tourist destination. Part of the bank of shingle on which Torcross stands, takes in Slapton Ley, a 270 acre freshwater lake, an important winter habitat for wildfowl...

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~ Fair Albion ~

Grimpstonleigh

(7.5 miles, 12.1 km, direction N)

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Newton Ferrers, Devon

Newton Ferrers

(12.9 miles, 20.8 km, direction NW)

A place of sheer enchantment with narrow streets crammed with characterful properties, leading down to the estuary where many small boats are beached and moored...

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Kingswear, Devon

Kingswear

(13.0 miles, 20.8 km, direction NE)

Picturesquely situated at the mouth of the River Dart, this popular resort has changed little with the passage of time...

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Dittisham as seen from the River Dart

Dittisham

(13.7 miles, 22.1 km, direction NE)

Attractive unspoilt village in a tranquil setting overlooking the widest part of the River Dart...

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Salcombe Castle off North Sands

Salcombe Castle

(0.7 miles, 1.1 km)

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Start Point Lighthouse, Hallsands, Devon

Start Point Lighthouse

(6.1 miles, 9.8 km, direction E)

Designed in 1836 by James Walker..

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Burgh Island

Burgh Island

(6.5 miles, 10.5 km, direction NW)

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Woodlands Leisure Park, Totnes

(10.2 miles, 16.4 km, direction NE)

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Old pottery in Dartmouth, Devon

Dartmouth Pottery

(12.1 miles, 19.5 km, direction NE)

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Dartmouth Castle

Dartmouth Castle

(12.5 miles, 20.2 km, direction NE)

Darmouth Castle occupies a rocky promontory overlooking the Dart estuary. It was one of a chain of castles built by Henry VIII.....

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Old Mother Hubbard's Cottage in Yealmpton, Devon

Old Mother Hubbard's Cottage

(12.8 miles, 20.7 km, direction NW)

Many myths surround the legend of Old Mother Hubbard, did she exist or didn't she? but the cottage she is supposed to have.....

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Coleton Fishacre garden, Dartmouth, Devon. National Trust

Coleton Fishacre Garden

(13.9 miles, 22.3 km, direction NE)

A luxuriant garden by the sea, with an Arts & Crafts-style house, featuring Art Deco-influenced interiors...

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A picture of Greenway

Greenway

(13.9 miles, 22.4 km, direction NE)

The house called Greenway sitting serenely in attractive countryside has been an important Devon home for centuries, during which.....

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Totnes Castle, Totnes, Devon

Totnes Castle

(14.9 miles, 24.0 km, direction N)

Built by the Normans in the 11th century, Totnes castle has one of the best preserved shell keeps in England...

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