Salcombe One of the most picturesque towns you will ever see
Sometimes it is the destination that matters, other times, the trip itself. With the Salcombe to South Sands Ferry you get the very best of both! A wonderful trip heading from
the very centre of Salcombe town up through the estuary, seemingly out to the open sea, before the Ferry swings towards land and runs up to glorious golden sands – and the very best part of all, the Sea Tractor ride.
There is truly no better way to see
the beautiful harbour at this pretti- est of sailing towns than from the South Sands Ferry, with its bright colours and gay bunting fluttering in the coastal breeze. It’s worth making the trip there and back for that alone. Add in a fabulous beach at the
end and you have a great family day out with watersports activ- ities on hand for those seeking more excitement than buckets and spades. From South Sands, you can make
your way to the National Trust property at Overbeck’s, a sub-trop- ical garden paradise with unique species around a house full of amazing collections. A delight for gardeners and a treasure trove of activities for families, especially the smaller members. With fabulous far-reaching views
to enjoy across wide open water from Bolt Head, it is a walkers’ haven, and after all that exercise you will find the relaxing trip back on the Ferry more than welcome. The Ferry service operates from Easter through to the end of Octo-
ber, with extended hours during the main summer season, offering the ideal way to ‘beat the crowds’, espe- cially during Regatta weeks. From morning to evening you
can watch the Harvest Reaper mak- ing her way to and from the town and beach, and if you take the trip, you get the chance to make the transfer from boat to water via the Sea Tractor – a must for locals and visitors alike and all part of the fun to be had. The Harvest Reaper is also avail-
able for private bookings, perhaps for an evening pub visit or an elegant cocktail cruise. Licensed for a maximum of 30 passengers, private parties of 20 are a comfortable number if you plan to provide your own nibbles and drinks. If organising a pub visit, it is advisable to book ahead as there is usually ‘shore leave’ of about one- and-a-half to two hours over high water. And the tide waits for neither man nor boat! Check out timetables and fares
on the website at southsandsferry.
co.uk. For enquiries about private bookings, call Tim on 01548 561035.
Take a special trip Stunning campsite
Situated on a farm in an area of outstanding nat- ural beauty close to the beautiful Salcombe Estu- ary, Higher Rew offers stunning rural views, a relaxed environment and good quality facilities to aid the enjoyment of your stay. Three generations of the Squire family loving-
ly run and maintain this park, which is reflected in their four-star rating by VisitEngland and three AA flags, plus mentions in the Lonely Planet and Rough Guides. Terracing on the gently sloping park provides
level pitches, with electric hook-up available at 74 of them. Dogs are welcome on the park if kept on leads and adjacent fields are available for dog walking. The well-kept facilities include: showers, toi-
lets, dish-washing sinks, a laundry area, chest freezer for ice packs, a play area for children and a tennis court. A small on-site shop sells basic essentials, while newspapers and delicious fresh
There for you
We are a small convenience store at the heart of the local community, delivering the very best in customer service. We use local suppliers for fresh meat and pro- duce, helping to keep the local economy going. We offer all the products and services you
would expect from a convenience store, includ- ing a local Post Office counter and a Costa Express in-store. We take bill payments through PayPoint, along with mobile phone top-ups and utility pre-payment keys and cards. We offer fresh baked bread and pastries every
day. Our pasties and sausage rolls are also baked fresh daily. We are happy to take orders for pas- tries and pasties, just call us to arrange. We look forward to seeing you in store. Anthony and the team at SPAR.
Come and explore our treasure trove
The harder you search the more you will find in this friendly little museum. A treasure trove of models, paintings, photographs and artefacts that tell the story of Salcombe’s links with ships and the sea from ancient times to the Second World War when the US Navy was based in Salcombe. There is plenty to amuse and engage younger visitors including hands-on displays, models and pirates’ treasure, in the ‘young sailors’ corner’. The Museum has a unique gallery of paintings depicting the famed racing fruit schooners built in Salcombe during the 19th century, and a superb collection of ship models. Today Salcombe is a fashionable yachting centre but traditional boat-
building crafts are still carried on in the town, and the Museum houses an impressive collection of tools that tell the story of these maritime trades. For 2019, our special exhibition, 150
Years of Saving Lives at Sea, tells the story of the Salcombe and Hope Cove lifeboats. Finally, don’t miss the sea-bed treas-
ures recovered by divers from the hundreds of shipwrecks that line our coast. Sal combe Maritime Mu seum is fun, entertaining and FREE – there is no charge for entry in 2019. Find us below the Salcombe Tourist
Infor mation Centre in Market Street, between April 1 to October 31, 10.30am to 12.30pm, 2.30pm to 4.30pm.
A hidden gem for souvenirs
Bojangles is a small family-run business in the heart of Salcombe. For more than 15 years now we have been the place for children to come and spend their pocket money on gifts and hol- iday souvenirs. We sell a wide range of gifts, from fridge mag- nets to seaside shells and everything in between. We also stock a beautiful variety of costume
jewellery for all ages, alongside our stunning collection of silver jewellery. So whether it be a thank you gift for the
person looking after your cat or a keepsake to remind you of your holiday in Salcombe, please come and see us. We are located in the right- hand side of Whitestrand Car Park, in the centre of town.
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bread and croissants are available to order daily in high season. If it is not BBQ weather, take- aways can be delivered to the park from varied local food outlets and restaurants. Higher Rew makes an ideal base from which
to explore the stunning South Hams, by car or on foot, as a footpath links the park with the Coastal Path and wonderful walking country.
For gifts, jewellery, shells and lots more! 01548 843710
Whitestrand Quay, Salcombe
Bojangles
Open April 1st to October 31st
10.30am-12.30pm and 2.30pm to 4.30pm FREE ENTRY!
Market Street below the Information Centre
www.salcombemuseum.org.uk
OPEN DAILY TIL 10 pm PAY POINT • CASH MACHINE • HOT PASTIES
• COSTA EXPRESS IN STORE •FRESH FRUIT & VEG • LOTTO• COAL & LOGS • FRESH BREAD DAILY
Your local Post Office
Spar Store, Loring Road, Salcombe 01548 842836 •
www.spardevon.com
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
• Half hourly service from 9.45am from Whitestrand Pontoon
• Visit Hotels, Watersports Centre, National Trust Gardens / Museum and Coastal Path
• Available for evening private charter
Phone Tim Tucker
01548 561035
tim@southsandsferry.co.uk www.southsandsferry.co.uk
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