Salcombe
One of the hottest spots of the South Hams. Rich with sailing history and a stunning coastline. Indulge in a mooch around the designer shops or a delicious lunch in one of the waterside hostelries
All aboard to Salcombe
WHEN the Tucker family bought the South Sands Ferry from Gilbert Putt 25 years ago the boat “Harvest Reaper” was 6 years old, launched in April 1982. As this ferry was larger than the previ- ous boat it was no longer practical to load passen- gers onto the rocks on the south side of the bay, so the Mark One Sea Tractor was invented, based on a WW11 Army DKW (“Duck”). The Duck pro- vided a bridge from the beach to the boat but it was not without its prob- lems.
After 3 years of service Gilbert was approached by someone who wanted to buy the Duck to add to his military museum col- lection in Cornwall. A deal was struck so that he could buy the Duck and in return make a Sea Tractor that would pro- vide a mobile dock to take 30 passengers out to meet the ferry in deep
water, hence Mark 11 was created out of a 1940’s army Bedford truck. Mark 11 has pro- vided 28 years of invalu- able service to the ferry. This winter the Tuckers have decided to build a new Sea Tractor based on the Mark 11, but with a modern hydraulic system. This challenging job was given to John Cooke from Banana Shark Ltd and his technical director Kevin Stephens based in Churchstow. The heavy- weight job of fabricating the chassis from a 12 metre length of heavy metal tube was given to Torr View Forge from Torr Quarry and the hydraulic systems were supplied from Loglogic of Cullompton. All local suppliers and fabricators with a tremendous range of expertise; hidden tal- ent from the Southwest.
As in previous years the South Sands Ferry will be operational from Saturday 23rd March 2013 until the end of October, providing a half-hourly service from Whitestrand (Town Centre) to South Sands Beach, where there are two excellent hotels, a watersports centre and a short walk away Overbecks National Trust Gardens and Museum. Details of the service and interests can be found on their web- site. The ferry can be hired for private parties, trips to Kingsbridge, South Pool etc, after working hours ie. 1600 hrs.
For further details con- tact Tim Tucker on 01548 561035, or Boat Mobile 07896 919038 or visit their website and face- book pages.
www.southsandsferry.co.uk
• Half hourly service from 9.45am from Whitestrand Pontoon
• Visit Hotels, Watersports Centre, National Trust Gardens / Museum and Coastal Path
FERRY SOUTH SANDS
the perfect setting...
• Available for evening private charter
Phone Tim Tucker
01548 561035
tim@southsandsferry.co.uk www.southsandsferry.co.uk
www.islandstreet.co.uk Relax and soak up the sun on the deck of the Island Street Bar and Grill Laid back fun by the water
ISLAND Street Bar & Grill is Salcombe’s newest and liveliest venue.
It serves great food all day, starting with breakfast from 10am. Lunch from midday and dinner from 5pm. It is best for grilled local fish, steaks and burgers. There is a kids’ menu
too. If you like cocktails the expe- rienced bar staff do the best in town.
Live music is also something to look out for as they have great bands and acoustic acts playing regularly.
The atmosphere is laid back, informal and fun. It has a large
outside seating area overlooking the water where you can sit watching the boats and soak up the sun in the afternoon. Visit their website to see upcoming events and to make a reservation call them on 01548 844007.
The new café on the coast
OPENING early this summer, The new Gara Rock is located in an Area of Outstand- ing Natural Beauty, right on the South West Coast Path near to Salcombe and Kingsbridge.
Offering everything from morning coffee to romantic suppers. Come and enjoy the breathtaking views of the sea and the South Hams dramatic coast- line at the New Gara Rock, the café on the coast, the restaurant on the edge.
For further informa- tion please visit their website.
www.gararockrestaurant.co.uk Contributed by Tim Stathers Gara Rock the new
Gara Rock café on the coast
coastal footpaths pastries
seal watching
restaurant on the edge dog walking
long lunches surf artisan breads storms on the horizon
www.gararockrestaurant.co.uk
morning coffee catch a sunset
beach inspired cooking romantic suppers
info@gararockrestaurant.co.uk
A luxury hotel for all seasons in a dramatic seaside setting. Family friendly suites, award winning cuisine, a warm indoor pool, lawn tennis and luxury self catering.
Nr Salcombe, South Devon AA
01548 561566 AA Britain’s Best Hotels
www.soarmillcove.co.uk www.soarmillcove.co.uk
Higher Rew Touring Caravan and Camping Park NEAR SALCOMBE ¥ Family friendly site
¥ Beautiful rural environment and views ¥ 4★ English Tourist Board
Telephone: 01548 842681
www.higherrew.co.uk
Higher Rew, Malborough, Devon TQ7 3BW FOURTEEN
Bespoke menus available using fresh local produce
Half day kids’ cookery lessons... Learn how to make canapés and mocktails Salcombe sushi
Email:
info@thegalleygirls.co.uk Tel: 07749 636607 / 07966 455538
Catering for private dinner parties
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