Walks & Ferries On land, by
water...there is so much to explore and enjoy in this beautiful area
Much of the South Hams falls within the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) and it is not difficult to understand why it deserves such a special designation. Unspoilt coastline and ancient countryside meet with spectacular results, magnets for all who enjoy the great outdoors... at whatever level.
With the South West Coast Path traversing the area, and the National Trust as custodians of more than 40 miles of this fabulous coastline, there can be no better place in which to get close to nature.
But what if you are not so sprightly now as you once were, not so mobile or independent, reliant on mobility aids? Fortunately, some of the very best stretch- es of coastline along with beautiful, tran- quil countryside are accessible to all.
Experience the wild sweeping splendour of Bolberry Down from the relatively flat wheelchair friendly network of paths or spend a day exploring the stunning Grade 2* listed gardens of the Dartington Hall Estate (all-terrain mobility scooters avail- able to hire to make the most of its 25 acres!).
Just two of the many Accessible for All opportunities for visitors to enjoy throughout the area.
For the more active walker, you will be spoilt for choice, no matter what your fitness level or interests may be. Birdwatching from soaring cliff tops; discovering the rich history of our medieval market towns; tramping cen- turies-old bridleways and footpaths across ancient farmland; stepping carefully around rare flora in traditional woodlands; stopping off for lunch in picture perfect villages; or meandering slowly along the banks of gently flowing rivers, down val- leys so peaceful they could be lost in time.
This is slow-down-and-enjoy country; not-to-be-hurried coastline – this is where you find time and space to relax and escape from the pressures of modern living.
Circular walks; long or short trails; audio-enhanced; or only accessible at low tide – there are miles of walks out there, just waiting for you. Getting around on foot, by ferry or public transport really are the best ways to make the most of this amazing area – check out the helpful Ferry information to plan your route and EXPLORE!
Type Of Ferry Passenger Ferry
Ferry timetable Period
Times
10th April to late September
Daily from 10am to 4pm
Routes
Between Noss Mayo (wide slip), Newton Ferrers (Yealm Hotel Steps) & Warren Point (coast path to Wembury)
To Cellar Beach and river trips by arrangement
No ferry service
River can be waded with care one hour either side of low tide
Passenger Ferry
Bantham slipway
to Cockleridge and Bigbury
Salcombe to East
Portlemouth Passenger Ferry
Salcombe pier ferry steps (or in winter from Whitestrand Pontoon to East Portlemouth
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Cross between Wonwell slipway and Mothecombe slipway
10am to 11am and 3pm to 4pm There is no service on Sundays
Daily between 8am to 5.30pm 8.30am start at weekends
Peak season up until 7pm
Salcombe to South Sands Passenger Ferry
End of March to end of October
Daily, 1st one from Salcombe 9.45am, then half hourly. Last one from South Sands 5.30pm with extra services in July & August. Service stops for lunch 1.15pm to 1.45pm
Monday to
Higher Ferry Car Ferry
Daily all year round
Saturday 6.30am to 10.50pm Sunday 8am to 10.50pm
Lower Ferry Car Ferry
Daily all year round
Monday to Saturday
7am to 10.55pm Sunday 8am to 10.55pm
North Dartmouth to Kingswear
07866 531687
From centre of Salcombe at Whitestrand to South Sands beach
Contact
Bill Gregor 07817 132757
Breathe in clean, fresh air under wide open skies!
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End of April to the end of September
Marsh Dawes 01548 561196
Simon All year round
Shortman 01548 842061
Tim Tucker 01548 561035
South Dartmouth to Kingswear
01803 861234
South Sands Ferry 30
Jane Parrish, River Erme
Dartmouth
Kingsbridge and Salcombe
River Avon
River Erme
River Yealm
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