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Torcross on Slapton Ley in Devon

Torcross (11 Pictures)

in the county of Devon (1.3 miles, 2.0 km, direction E)

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...

The beach at Beesands, Devon.

Beesands (6 Pictures)

in the county of Devon (1.7 miles, 2.8 km, direction SE)

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...

The beach at Hallsands, Devon.

Hallsands (20 Pictures)

in the county of Devon (2.8 miles, 4.5 km, direction S)

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

Fisherman on North Sands

Salcombe (77 Pictures)

a Seaside Town in the county of Devon (4.6 miles, 7.4 km, direction SW)

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...

Sail boats and harbour hillside homes

Kingswear (33 Pictures)

in the county of Devon (7.4 miles, 11.8 km, direction NE)

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

Coastpath Gate

Hope (11 Pictures)

in the county of Devon (8.0 miles, 12.9 km, direction W)

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...

View of a cottage along the River Dart at Dittisham

Dittisham (37 Pictures)

in the county of Devon (8.5 miles, 13.7 km, direction NE)

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

View over the River Dart

Galmpton (13 Pictures)

in the county of Devon (10.0 miles, 16.1 km, direction NE)

Galmpton is a medium sized village located between Paignton and Brixham by the River Dart, close to Stoke Gabriel. Agatha Christie lived here and was closely linked to the local.....

View of Brixham from Battery Gardens.

Brixham (303 Pictures)

a Seaside Town in the county of Devon (11.3 miles, 18.1 km, direction NE)

The long history of Brixham first began in pre-historic caves, finds suggest that Human beings sheltered here during the Ice Age..

Oldway Mansion and parterre.

Paignton (171 Pictures)

a Seaside Town in the county of Devon (12.5 miles, 20.0 km, direction NE)

This delightful seaside resort with its snug little harbour is a place where visitors can enjoy a holiday of endless hours of enchantment and summer fun. Paignton lies.....

A Village and an attraction in one. Cockington, Devon

Cockington (97 Pictures)

a Picturesque Village in the county of Devon (14.4 miles, 23.1 km, direction NE)

This idyllic thatched village perfectly reflects the harmony and glory of a by-gone age, for here you can walk in ancient parkland, or take a romantic drive around Cockington in a.....

Babbacombe

Babbacombe (62 Pictures)

in the county of Devon (15.9 miles, 25.5 km, direction NE)

With its lovely Blue Flag beaches, pleasant gardens, pedrestrianised shopping areas, and friendly ambience, Babbacombe makes an enjoyable resort for a family holiday...

Newton Ferrers, Devon

Newton Ferrers (13 Pictures)

a Picturesque Village in the county of Devon (16.0 miles, 25.7 km, direction W)

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...

Brixton village, Devon

Brixton (11 Pictures)

in the county of Devon (16.4 miles, 26.4 km, direction W)

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Buckland in the Moor

Buckland in the Moor (11 Pictures)

in the county of Devon (19.5 miles, 31.4 km, direction N)

This is one of Devon's "dream villages" with an attractive small church dating from the 13th century and a cluster of picturesque thickly thatched country cottages with the most "English" of country gardens...

Shaldon Beach, Shaldon on the Teign estuary. Devon

Shaldon (28 Pictures)

a Picturesque Village in the county of Devon (20.0 miles, 32.2 km, direction NE)

A lovely place that has all the hallmarks of a small resort fishing village, including two glowing sandy beaches...

By the river!

Dartmeet (14 Pictures)

a Picturesque Village in the county of Devon (20.6 miles, 33.1 km, direction NW)

A popular tourist and beauty spot on Dartmoor. It is the meeting point of the two major tributaries of the River Dart: the East Dart and West Dart...

The Pier at Teignmouth, Devon reflected in the sand

Teignmouth (104 Pictures)

a Historic Market Town in the county of Devon (20.6 miles, 33.2 km, direction NE)

Teignmouth is a lively seaside town with a busy working harbour that is an endless source of fascination and pleasure...

International Air Monument

Plymouth (134 Pictures)

in the county of Devon (21.2 miles, 34.0 km, direction W)

This is a city that evokes stirring memories of England's great maritime past...

Princetown

Princetown (5 Pictures)

in the county of Devon (23.1 miles, 37.2 km, direction NW)

Princetown is the highest village within the Dartmoor National Park, some call it the bleakest centre of the moors which is probably largely due to the town being the home of notorious Dartmoor Prison...

Recommended attractions near Stokenham

Start Point Lighthouse, Hallsands, Devon

Start Point Lighthouse (9 Pictures)

(3.8 miles, 6.1 km, direction SE)

Designed in 1836 by James Walker..

Old pottery in Dartmouth, Devon

Dartmouth Pottery (1 Pictures)

(6.5 miles, 10.5 km, direction NE)

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Dartmouth Castle

Dartmouth Castle (24 Pictures)

(6.9 miles, 11.1 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.....

Coleton Fishacre garden, Dartmouth, Devon. National Trust

Coleton Fishacre Garden (58 Pictures)

(8.2 miles, 13.2 km, direction NE)

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

A picture of Greenway

Greenway (4 Pictures)

(8.6 miles, 13.8 km, direction NE)

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

Burgh Island

Burgh Island (23 Pictures)

(9.7 miles, 15.6 km, direction W)

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Totnes Castle, Totnes, Devon

Totnes Castle (1 Pictures)

(10.9 miles, 17.6 km, direction N)

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

berry pomeroy castle

Berry Pomeroy Castle (5 Pictures)

(12.4 miles, 19.9 km, direction N)

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Dartington hall gardens, near Totnes, Devon

Dartington Hall (14 Pictures)

(12.6 miles, 20.2 km, direction N)

Outstanding grounds surround this late 14th century house, with original great hall, outer courtyard and a collection of other.....

Old Mother Hubbard's Cottage in Yealmpton, Devon

Old Mother Hubbard's Cottage (1 Pictures)

(14.9 miles, 24.0 km, direction W)

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

Buckfast Abbey

Buckfast Abbey (29 Pictures)

(15.7 miles, 25.3 km, direction N)

One of the most amazing things about this fine abbey is that it was built almost entirely by amateur builders. The Benedictine.....

Babbacombe Model Village

Babbacombe Model Village (7 Pictures)

(16.7 miles, 26.9 km, direction NE)

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A picture of The Merchantant's House

The Merchantant's House (1 Pictures)

(21.3 miles, 34.2 km, direction W)

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Looking down the Okement, Dartmoor National Park, Devon

Dartmoor National Park (802 Pictures)

(23.5 miles, 37.8 km, direction NW)

An exploration of the hauntingly beautiful Dartmoor National Park cannot be under-taken in just one short visit. To truly explore.....

The Tower, Buckland Abbey, Devon

Buckland Abbey (4 Pictures)

(24.9 miles, 40.1 km, direction NW)

Buckland Abbey is situated near Yelverton at the edge of the Dartmoor National Park. It was built as a 13th century Cistercian.....

Merrivale rows also know has the Plague Market, - On Dartmoor

Merrivale Prehistoric Settlement (3 Pictures)

(25.0 miles, 40.2 km, direction NW)

Set in a dark, brooding corner of Dartmoor, the Merrivale Rows show a vast variety of shape and formation. The site is also.....


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