Leigh’s guidebook
Sightseeing
The village of Stoke Gabriel, South Devon, is situated on a creek of the River Dart and is a quintessential English Village. Steeped in history and surrounded by beautiful countryside, this rural parish nestles into the green rolling hills of the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
The Quay is the perfect place for children to go crabbing, and there are beautiful walks along the riverbank or through the old apple orchard and winding streets of the village.
This beautiful village retains its historic roots from the 800 year old yew tree in the churchyard to its gentle tangle of cottages leading down to the river where locals have fished for Dart Salmon for centuries.
The village is popular with boating enthusiasts because of the ready access to the Dart. There are pubs, local shops and a post office all within walking distance.
There are so many things to do in Stoke Gabriel – enjoy the open countryside by foot, bicycle, buggy (for those smaller visitors), sail or motor. The river is a wonderful opportunity for recreation, and there are many open spaces to enjoy - particularly the Mill Pool, the parish orchard and the prize winning Hoyle Copse. Or if you'd rather, just relax and enjoy friendly atmosphere of the pubs, riverside bistro and tea room.
This is our local village and is around 1.5 miles away, there is a great walk you can do from the shepherds hut which basically follows our stream down to the River Dart though lanes and woods!
This is a favourite of mine.
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Stoke Gabriel
The village of Stoke Gabriel, South Devon, is situated on a creek of the River Dart and is a quintessential English Village. Steeped in history and surrounded by beautiful countryside, this rural parish nestles into the green rolling hills of the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
The Quay is the perfect place for children to go crabbing, and there are beautiful walks along the riverbank or through the old apple orchard and winding streets of the village.
This beautiful village retains its historic roots from the 800 year old yew tree in the churchyard to its gentle tangle of cottages leading down to the river where locals have fished for Dart Salmon for centuries.
The village is popular with boating enthusiasts because of the ready access to the Dart. There are pubs, local shops and a post office all within walking distance.
There are so many things to do in Stoke Gabriel – enjoy the open countryside by foot, bicycle, buggy (for those smaller visitors), sail or motor. The river is a wonderful opportunity for recreation, and there are many open spaces to enjoy - particularly the Mill Pool, the parish orchard and the prize winning Hoyle Copse. Or if you'd rather, just relax and enjoy friendly atmosphere of the pubs, riverside bistro and tea room.
This is our local village and is around 1.5 miles away, there is a great walk you can do from the shepherds hut which basically follows our stream down to the River Dart though lanes and woods!
This is a favourite of mine.
Just one of the best beach's in the area. You can follow the coastal path over to Brixham if you fancy a good walk. Popular cafe / bar there called Cantina, great food and drink!
tripadvisor.co.uk/Attraction_Review-g190920-d4068239-Reviews-Goodrington_Sands-Paignton_English_Riviera_Devon_England.html
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Goodrington Sands
Just one of the best beach's in the area. You can follow the coastal path over to Brixham if you fancy a good walk. Popular cafe / bar there called Cantina, great food and drink!
tripadvisor.co.uk/Attraction_Review-g190920-d4068239-Reviews-Goodrington_Sands-Paignton_English_Riviera_Devon_England.html
WELCOME TO PAIGNTON ZOO...
With over dozens of different animals across 80 acres – you’re in for a really wild time at Paignton Zoo.
Located in Devon, Paignton Zoo is one of the South West's most exciting visitor attractions. It’s a place to roam, discover and get in touch with your inner animal.
We’re also a registered charity and part of a worldwide network of zoos which cares for and breeds rare species. By visiting the zoo, you're helping us to continue our important work for wildlife.
Come rain or shine, Paignton Zoo is a fun filled day out for all the family, and you’ll need all day to see it all!
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Paignton Zoo Environmental Park
Totnes RoadWELCOME TO PAIGNTON ZOO...
With over dozens of different animals across 80 acres – you’re in for a really wild time at Paignton Zoo.
Located in Devon, Paignton Zoo is one of the South West's most exciting visitor attractions. It’s a place to roam, discover and get in touch with your inner animal.
We’re also a registered charity and part of a worldwide network of zoos which cares for and breeds rare species. By visiting the zoo, you're helping us to continue our important work for wildlife.
Come rain or shine, Paignton Zoo is a fun filled day out for all the family, and you’ll need all day to see it all!
Babbacombe Model Village is Torquay's most popular and visited attraction. Representing British life and culture over the last five decades all in miniature. Animated scenes, along with touches of very English humour bring it all to life. Taking you on a fun, informative and nostalgic trip through the 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s to present day, it has appeal for all ages. Famous for its lovely setting in 4 acres of award-winning gardens that are a delight to experience all year round.
Babbercombe also has a good beach and a cliff railway which is next to the model village. Its great day out.
https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Attraction_Review-g186259-d592536-Reviews-Babbacombe_Model_Village-Torquay_English_Riviera_Devon_England.html
Model Village station
Babbacombe Model Village is Torquay's most popular and visited attraction. Representing British life and culture over the last five decades all in miniature. Animated scenes, along with touches of very English humour bring it all to life. Taking you on a fun, informative and nostalgic trip through the 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s to present day, it has appeal for all ages. Famous for its lovely setting in 4 acres of award-winning gardens that are a delight to experience all year round.
Babbercombe also has a good beach and a cliff railway which is next to the model village. Its great day out.
https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Attraction_Review-g186259-d592536-Reviews-Babbacombe_Model_Village-Torquay_English_Riviera_Devon_England.html
Greenway was once home to Agatha Christie and is located on the eastern bank of the tidal River Dart, facing the village of Dittisham on the opposite bank.The estate is two miles from Galmpton, the nearest village, and is in the South Hams district of the English county of Devon.Greenway is three miles north of Dartmouth.An early history book of Devon described Greenway as "very pleasantly and commodiously situated, with delightsome prospect to behold the barks and boats". This
Best bet is get there early as parking is limited you can also catch a small passenger ferry over the River Dart to Dittisham which is a small village with a cafe and a pub!
nationaltrust.org.uk/greenway
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Greenway House
Greenway was once home to Agatha Christie and is located on the eastern bank of the tidal River Dart, facing the village of Dittisham on the opposite bank.The estate is two miles from Galmpton, the nearest village, and is in the South Hams district of the English county of Devon.Greenway is three miles north of Dartmouth.An early history book of Devon described Greenway as "very pleasantly and commodiously situated, with delightsome prospect to behold the barks and boats". This
Best bet is get there early as parking is limited you can also catch a small passenger ferry over the River Dart to Dittisham which is a small village with a cafe and a pub!
nationaltrust.org.uk/greenway
Paddling from Stoke Gabriel, River Dart Estuary between Totnes & Dartmouth, Devon. Not far from the hut great day out!
https://www.totneskayaks.co.uk/
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Totnes Kayaks
Stoke HillPaddling from Stoke Gabriel, River Dart Estuary between Totnes & Dartmouth, Devon. Not far from the hut great day out!
https://www.totneskayaks.co.uk/
Caves in Torquay great for a wet day !
https://www.kents-cavern.co.uk/
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Kents Cavern Prehistoric Caves
91 Ilsham RdCaves in Torquay great for a wet day !
https://www.kents-cavern.co.uk/
Broadsands beach is a little quieter than Paignton and Goodrington beach’s. You can also walk across the headland to Elberry cove a quiet pebble cove.
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Broadsands Beach
Broadsands RoadBroadsands beach is a little quieter than Paignton and Goodrington beach’s. You can also walk across the headland to Elberry cove a quiet pebble cove.
Not proper golf but great fun using a light weight ball. Short distance golf.
https://www.caymangolf.co.uk/
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Cayman Golf
Dartmouth RoadNot proper golf but great fun using a light weight ball. Short distance golf.
https://www.caymangolf.co.uk/
Food scene
Do a good Carvery !
https://yeoldesmokeyhouse.co.uk/
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Ye Olde Smokey House
Vicarage RoadDo a good Carvery !
https://yeoldesmokeyhouse.co.uk/
Good place for food, drink or a coffee. It is also on Goodrington sands.
https://cantinagoodrington.co.uk/
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Cantina Kitchen and Bar
Young's Park RoadGood place for food, drink or a coffee. It is also on Goodrington sands.
https://cantinagoodrington.co.uk/
Rock Fish is the best local fish and chip place. There is one in Torquay, Brixham and Dartmouth. Celebrity chef owner.
https://www.google.co.uk/search?q=rockfish+brixham&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8&hl=en-gb&client=safari
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Rockfish
8 South EmbankmentRock Fish is the best local fish and chip place. There is one in Torquay, Brixham and Dartmouth. Celebrity chef owner.
https://www.google.co.uk/search?q=rockfish+brixham&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8&hl=en-gb&client=safari
Jingles
29 Hyde RoadGreat Mexican food, restaurant and
my favourite takeaway!
https://www.jinglesrestaurant.com/
Great views good food and on Paignton harbour. Good for Steakhouse, Seafood, Mediterranean, British meals.
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TJ's Restaurant
44 Cliff RdGreat views good food and on Paignton harbour. Good for Steakhouse, Seafood, Mediterranean, British meals.
Italian, Mediterranean restaurant. Popular with locals.
Great food!
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La Scala Restaurant
28 Queen's RdItalian, Mediterranean restaurant. Popular with locals.
Great food!
Wine and cheese tasting only a mile from the hut on the river dart in Stoke Gabriel.
https://sandridgebarton.com/select-a-tour/
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Sharpham Wine and Cheese
Waddeton RoadWine and cheese tasting only a mile from the hut on the river dart in Stoke Gabriel.
https://sandridgebarton.com/select-a-tour/
Good take away and restaurant. Ask for a meal deal for takeaway they can give the details over the phone. Good prices good food.
+44 1803 551007
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East in the West
75 Torquay RdGood take away and restaurant. Ask for a meal deal for takeaway they can give the details over the phone. Good prices good food.
+44 1803 551007
Great food my go to eating out. Around 8 miles from the hut.
https://www.bickleymill.co.uk/
Bickley Mill Inn
Great food my go to eating out. Around 8 miles from the hut.
https://www.bickleymill.co.uk/
City/town information
The beautiful town of Dartmouth in South Devon. Situated on the banks of the picturesque River Dart, it’s the perfect year round destination for a short break, day visit or holiday.
With numerous festivals and events taking place throughout the year, as well as a great range of attractions and activities both in Dartmouth and nearby, and a rich maritime heritage, there is always something happening in this vibrant harbour town.
discoverdartmouth.com
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Dartmouth
The beautiful town of Dartmouth in South Devon. Situated on the banks of the picturesque River Dart, it’s the perfect year round destination for a short break, day visit or holiday.
With numerous festivals and events taking place throughout the year, as well as a great range of attractions and activities both in Dartmouth and nearby, and a rich maritime heritage, there is always something happening in this vibrant harbour town.
discoverdartmouth.com
Mild ocean breezes, sandy beaches and swaying Torbay Palms give the small English town of Torquay a distinctively Mediterranean feel. More than just a beach spot, Torquay boasts an enormous coastal aviary and the famous Kents Cavern Prehistoric Caves. Agatha Christie spent most of her life here, and the city is now home to multiple film companies. With such a rich literary history, Torquay may be the perfect place to finish writing that novel or screenplay, or just to relax with a good mystery.
https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Tourism-g186259-Torquay_English_Riviera_Devon_England-Vacations.html
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Torquay
Mild ocean breezes, sandy beaches and swaying Torbay Palms give the small English town of Torquay a distinctively Mediterranean feel. More than just a beach spot, Torquay boasts an enormous coastal aviary and the famous Kents Cavern Prehistoric Caves. Agatha Christie spent most of her life here, and the city is now home to multiple film companies. With such a rich literary history, Torquay may be the perfect place to finish writing that novel or screenplay, or just to relax with a good mystery.
https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Tourism-g186259-Torquay_English_Riviera_Devon_England-Vacations.html
One of the brightest jewels in the English Riviera’s crown, as you arrive in the seaside resort of Paignton, you are met with the welcoming sight of its long stretch of beautiful and easily accessible beachfront, promenade, traditional pier, colourful beach huts and green. What's great about Paignton is that it is a compact resort, with the seafront and town centre shops all within close proximity, making it an ideal Devon holiday resort for that relaxing break away. Once you arrive, you don't have to go far, but of course, there is plenty to see and do in the area if you wish to get out and about and explore.
https://www.englishriviera.co.uk/explore/the-english-riviera/paignton
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Paignton
One of the brightest jewels in the English Riviera’s crown, as you arrive in the seaside resort of Paignton, you are met with the welcoming sight of its long stretch of beautiful and easily accessible beachfront, promenade, traditional pier, colourful beach huts and green. What's great about Paignton is that it is a compact resort, with the seafront and town centre shops all within close proximity, making it an ideal Devon holiday resort for that relaxing break away. Once you arrive, you don't have to go far, but of course, there is plenty to see and do in the area if you wish to get out and about and explore.
https://www.englishriviera.co.uk/explore/the-english-riviera/paignton
Totnes is an historic market town that combines alternative therapies, breathtakingly beautiful countryside and a fascinating history. Sitting in the heart of South Devon on the banks of the River Dart, this unique and charming town has an international reputation for its lively and diverse community and relaxed atmosphere with a quirky way ! The markets can be good for food the rest of the stalls are ok but a great atmosphere.
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Totnes
Totnes is an historic market town that combines alternative therapies, breathtakingly beautiful countryside and a fascinating history. Sitting in the heart of South Devon on the banks of the River Dart, this unique and charming town has an international reputation for its lively and diverse community and relaxed atmosphere with a quirky way ! The markets can be good for food the rest of the stalls are ok but a great atmosphere.
Brixham is a small fishing town the harbour and breakwater are full of fishing boats. Great place for fish and chips (Rock fish) is the place to go! Berry head is worth a visit in Brixham it’s a old ruin on top of cliff great place to grab a coffee or breakfast at The Guard House cafe.
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Brixham
Brixham is a small fishing town the harbour and breakwater are full of fishing boats. Great place for fish and chips (Rock fish) is the place to go! Berry head is worth a visit in Brixham it’s a old ruin on top of cliff great place to grab a coffee or breakfast at The Guard House cafe.