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Outdoors in South Devon

The varied landscape of South Devon provides an idyllic setting for outdoor pursuits from quiet leafy lanes and trackways for riding and walking to acres of National Parkland and a coastline that can cater for all activities.

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Walking

If you enjoy the countryside, then walking in South Devon is an absolute must. There's no better way to really appreciate the variety and splendour of the landscape here without at least a wander to the coastline, to stand and gaze out over the Channel for a few minutes.

Cycling

The South Coast National Cycle Network Route 2 (NCN 2) is part of the national network being developed in the UK. Some of the routes are way marked along minor roads and some are traffic free sections.

Watersports

Old salt or aspiring crew member; weekend jetski or competitive sailing enthusiasts; wreck divers, surfers of wind and wave or simple ankle paddler - everyone who enjoys watersport will find ideal conditions along the South Devon coast.

Golf

South Devon has a dozen or more excellent golf courses, all presenting a manner of challenges to suit both a seasoned professional and a rank amateur.

Horse Riding

Dartmoor in particular is wonderful for a relaxing hack, but there's plenty of other beautiful areas with equestrian facilities, not counting the hundreds of miles of ancient bridleways that weave through the glorious South Devon countryside.

Bird Watching

A coastline riven with large estuaries and endowed with dunes, mudflats and wetlands will inevitably attract large numbers of migratory and other species of birds. South Devon affords first rate resources for ornithologists at any level of competence.

Fishing

You could be forgiven for thinking the landscape of South Devon was specially made for those who like to fish. The estuaries are a varied mix of saline and fresh water. If you get tired of fishing in the beautiful estuaries then another lifetime of fishing awaits from the shores!