Salcombe, Devon TQ8
Batson is a delightful hamlet at the edge of Salcombe, within a gorgeous valley, either side of Batson Creek, which runs into Salcombe Harbour. The town centre is within a mile and closer are the boat parks, slipways and mooring pontoons of Batson and Shadycombe Creeks.
Situated within the South Devon National Landscape area, and once a thriving fishing village, Salcombe retains much of its original charm and character. Renowned for its crystal clear, turquoise waters, it is one of the South West's most desirable coastal towns, famed for its sailing heritage, beaches and relaxed coastal lifestyle, with picturesque harbour, independent shops, boutiques, cafes, pubs and fine dining restaurants.
Salcombe is a famous yachting centre and provides an ideal base from which to explore the beautiful estuaries and harbours of the West Country, or The Channel Islands and France.
The golden beaches of North and South Sands offer calm waters for swimming and paddleboarding and there is spectacular coastal walking along the South West Coast Path. The Salcombe/Kingsbridge Estuary has many coves and sheltered anchorages making it an excellent base for boating, dinghy sailing and other water sports. Local events include the Salcombe Regatta, food and music festivals and the annual Crab Festival.
A more extensive range of local amenities, including supermarkets, are available in the picturesque nearby market town of Kingsbridge, at the head of the Kingsbridge Estuary.
The South Hams area of South Devon is renowned for its delightful rolling countryside dotted with pretty villages and towns, and its spectacular coastline with beaches, estuaries, coves and rocky cliffs.
In both Plymouth and Totnes there are stations with mainline connections to London (Paddington) and from Plymouth there are ferries to France and Spain. The A38 dual carriageway leads from Plymouth to Exeter, where there is access onto the M5 motorway and an airport.
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