GREAT DAYS OUT IN SOUTH DEVON

THIS REGION OFFERS AN ABUNDANCE OF THINGS TO DO WITH DAYS OUT AND TOP ATTRACTIONS FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY TO ENJOY

Calling all ramblers, surfers, sailors, cyclists, horse riders, swimmers, beachcombers and barefoot adventurers: South Devon is the place for you! Landscape lovers will discover jagged cliffs, scenic golden strands, wild moorland and tranquil estuaries.

Want to take in some history and culture too? There’s plenty to enthral visitors in the region’s settlements, from untouched hamlets to the cheery resorts of the English Riviera, and from hippy Totnes to the stately city of Exeter.

South Devon has museums, attractions and amusement parks aplenty to keep the little ones enthralled. If you’re an outdoorsy family you’ll find plenty to keep you happy too, whether you’re pedalling down a hedge-lined country lane, white water canoeing on the River Dart or sailing on the open sea.

Got older kids who’re up for a challenge? The South West Coast Path should be on your radar. It’s the longest footpath in Britain but never fear, you don’t have to tackle it all at once! In the south, the section between Bantham and Salcombe is particularly alluring, taking you to windswept cliffs and dipping down to golden beaches.

If cycling is more your bag head to Haldon Forest on the outskirts of Exeter. The Haldon Forest Cycle Trails comprise all-ability routes through 3,500 acres of woodland, with the chance to refuel at the Ridge Café. For more adrenaline-raising fun, the River Dart Country Park in Ashburton is home to zip wires and a commando assault course, as well as a pirate ship for younger kids to play on.

If you need to cool off after all that action, take a dip at Plymouth’s restored Art Deco Tinside Lido. It’s set in a beautiful location overlooking the sea at the tip of Plymouth Hoe and has been voted one of the top 10 outdoor pools in Europe.

You can’t bring the family to South Devon and not spend time on the beach. Take a bucket and line to Dittisham and try a spot of crabbing – a great activity for kids. Or head for the rock arch and rock pools of South Milton Sands, which also has safe swimming and the chance to spot dolphins and seals. Then there’s the sheltered Blue Flag beach at Blackpool Sands

12-HOLE DINOSAUR-THEMED MINI GOLF COURSE IN TEIGNMOUTH

Great for all the family, our exciting mini golf course is beautifully landscaped and surrounded by huge life-like dinosaurs for a Jurassic journey that you’ll never forget. Test your putting skills and bring family and friends tether on a crazy golf course which caters for all ages and abilities.

– Open 7 days a week through the summer season –

Adults £5.50

• Kids (12 and under) £4.80

07980 638486

• OAPs £5.00

• robertphipps@live.co.uk www.jurassicgolfteignmouth.co.uk

Powderham Terrace, Teignmouth, South Devon TQ14 8B jurassicgolfteignmouth

Located on Plymouth’s Barbican, where our boats depart, the Plymouth Boat Trips booking office and The Boathouse next door, provide the perfect place to meet before you set sail