Outdoor Activities

This area of Devon is perfect for outdoor activities whether trying for the first time or following a passion. The list below is only a snapshot of what is on offer locally.

Surfing –  A regular pastime at Bantham and Bigbury beaches, both have their own surf schools and surf and SUP board hire.

Discovery Surf at Bigbury can be found at www.discoverysurf.com or ring 07813639622.

Bantham Surf Academy  at Bantham Beach can be found at www.banthamsurfingacademy.co.uk

Sailing – Salcombe dinghy sailing school can be found at: www.salcombedinghysailing.co.uk

Canoeing/Kayaking – Another popular activity especially along the estuaries in the area, kayaks can be hired locally at many outlets of for guided tours/lessons you can contact Dave at Singing Paddles – www.singingpaddles.co.uk

Stand Up Paddle Boarding – One of the fastest growing sports in the UK. You can book lessons or tours through Waterborn in Kingsbridge by the Crabshell pub or with Reactive Sports in Plymouth. Both are easily contactable via the following websites: www.reactivewatersports.co.uk and Waterborn SUP on Facebook or in person at the Crabshell Pub.

Golf – The two nearest golf courses are at Bigbury and Thurlestone, they are links courses with fantastic views and welcome non members: www.bigburygolfclub.co.uk and www.thurlestonegolfclub.co.uk

Horse Riding –  There are various places to choose from and Fitzworthy Stables can be found via www.Fitzworthyequestrian.co.uk

Walking – There are an abundance of beautiful walks in the area and very local to Cherry Park Barn. You can also visit the following websites for more information: South West Coastal PathVisit DartmoorSouth Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and the National Trust.

Cycling – There are plenty of cycling opportunities both on and off road to suit all abilities, for more information please see the following:

www.sustrans.org.uk
www.forestryengland.uk/haldon-forest-park
www.drakestrail.co.uk
www.tamartrails.co.uk

Equipment Purchase or Hire – We thoroughly recommend Triocean Sports in Churchstow, 5 mins away, for all water sport activity hire or purchase’s. They are very knowledgeable and friendly and can be contacted via: www.trioceansurf.co.uk

Fitness Sessions/Activities

Nordic Walking – The South Hams is a fantastic location to Nordic Walk and If you would like to know more about it please visit www.nordicwalking.co.uk. We can also run ‘Learn To’ Nordic Walking Courses from Cherry Park Barn for anyone interested.

Yoga – There are several Yogi’s living very close by and they run a variety of different sessions to suit all abilities.

Swimming Pools – The nearest public pool is Quayside Leisure in Kingsbridge which is open all year round.

Fitness sessions – These are also run from Quayside Leisure in Kingsbridge (various different classes) or if you are a X-Fit fan the nearest Box is at Unit 6 Avon Mill, Loddiswell. Locally there are also various classes run in local village halls.