Walks & ferries


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 travers- ing 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.


On land or water, there is so much to explore and enjoy in this beautiful area Ferry timetable


Type Of Ferry Passenger Ferry


But what if you are not so spright- ly now as you once were, not so mobile or independent, reliant on mobility aids? Fortunately, some of the very best stretches of coastline along with beautiful, tranquil country- side 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 available 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; the


discovering rich history of


medieval market towns; tramping centur- ies-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 valleys 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.


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Salcombe to East


Portlemouth Passenger Ferry


All year round Period Easter until 30 September Times Daily from 10am to 4pm Routes


(Yealm Hotel Steps) & Warren Point (coast path to Wembury)


and river trips by arrangement


No ferry service


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River can be waded with care one


hour either side of low tide


No ferry service


Mid April to Mid September


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


Mid April until the end of October


half hourly. Last one from South Sands 5.30pm with extra services in July & August.


Monday to Saturday 6.30am to 10.50pm


Higher Ferry Car Ferry


Daily


all year round


Sunday 8am to 10.50pm Regatta Week Thursday till


Saturday 6.30am -11.50pm. Christmas Day 9am-2.50pm. Boxing Day 8am-8.50pm


Lower Ferry Car Ferry


Daily


all year round


Monday to Saturday


7am to 10.55pm Sunday & Bank Holidays


8am to 10.55pm


South Dartmouth to Kingswear


01803 861234


North Dartmouth to Kingswear


07866 531687 Salcombe 9.45am, then Daily, 1st one from


Cross between Wonwell slipway


and Mothecombe slipway


Bantham slipway


to Cockleridge and Bigbury


Salcombe pier ferry steps (or in


winter from Whitestrand


Pontoon to East Portlemouth


From centre of Salcombe at


Whitestrand to South Sands beach To Cellar Beach (wide slip), Newton Ferrers Bill Gregor 07817 132757 Between Noss Mayo Contact


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Marsh Dawes 01548 561196


Simon Shortman 07769 319375


Tim Tucker


01548 561035 07896 919038


Contributed and Pat Burns


From left: Dartmouth Ferry at sunrise, South West Coast Path below Little Dartmouth and the Kingsbridge Rivermaid 24


Dartmouth


Kingsbridge and Salcombe


River Avon


River Erme


River Yealm


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