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| Shaldon
is a village full of olde-world charm, with many narrow streets
and quaint cottages, some dating back to the 1600's. It has
two main beaches, one of which is accessed by a tunnel under the
"Ness". This is ideal for families with small children. There
is also a small Zoo (with exotic birds, small mammals and reptiles),
botanical gardens and a nine-hole pitch and putt course. |
| Shaldon lies on the mouth of the river Teign opposite the
town of Teignmouth which has amenities which include arcades,
pier, beach, theatre and bowling green. It is connected by a passenger
ferry which runs regularly during the day to and from Shaldon. |
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For hiking and beautiful views there
is Dartmoor close by with the famous Becky Falls, pony trekking,
guided walks and picturesque villages. Torquay is about 20 minutes
away by car from Shaldon and there is a bus running regularly. |
| If you fancy a greater variety of
shops Exeter is only a 30 minute drive and Plymouth about 45 minutes.
The train to Exeter runs along the coast and is a very picturesque
journey. Both Newton Abbot and Exeter Racecourse are about 15 minutes
away by car. |
| Other nearby places of interest
include the Babbacombe Model Village, Kent's Cavern, Dartmouth Steam
Railway, River Dart Country Park and many others. Sporting
facilities include several |
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| first class golf courses, sea
and river fishing and various water sports including sailing,
water skiing and surfing. From April
to September the village holds a "1785-Day" every Wednesday where
local craftspeople dress up in period costumes and sell their
wares on the village green, with live entertainment in the early
evening.
In the summer the village holds a water carnival
and a week-long sailing regatta. |
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