Top 33 things to do and attractions in Salcombe

Cheap, big parking, half full at Sunday around 11am, perfect place to start walk, close to South Beach and ferry. No caravans. Restaurant where you can order using app, free WiFi, no need waiting to make order.

A beautiful beach with fantastic views which is a must visit if in the area. The roads are quite narrow so be careful on the drive. The parking is also not big enough on a busy day. Another issue is the amenities. There is only one restaurant with a limited menu and no shops nearby.

I don't really recommend this place. Although the beach itself is not to bad but the roads to get there are just a nightmare - twisty and narrow with hundreds of cars parked along all the way to the beach. Closer you want to get the less space you can find. At the bottom there is a small car park, though but completely staffed with cars at all times and paid even on Sundays and bank holidays. One restaurant only near the car park is very expensive and you need to install their phone app beforehand if you want to order something. I was surprised they don't do simple fish and chips. I believe food may be tasty but I resign on that occasion. The very limited space at this beach and overcrowded although it was still before the season were things that really put me off from this place. There is a nice long walk via main street to the town centre where you can enjoy some really nice views of the other side beaches and the pier of Salcombe, but that's about it. Would not go again to this side and South beach isn't any better for the mentioned reasons unfortunately. Very poorly arranged space as for the touristic place. I don't really see many pros about this location. Only the view and cliffs perhaps. But you can find those elsewhere.

Love coming here every time we visit. Great for all ages. If tide is out then kids can play in sand and the water is low so great for paddling.

Beautiful location on a sunny day! Perfect for walks along the coasts with some truly breathtaking views. Car park is available but fills up pretty quickly. This part of Devon is highly recommended to visit.

Great day at North Sands! Sea temperature was good and scenery was a beautiful as ever!

Beautiful on any day difficult when high tide as no beach left to sit on . Has a ferry to Salcombe town center and hire of all paddleboard and kayak rental. Shallow beach so good for kids to paddle but no life guards nearby

Great visit, not very large but quite unique with some of the plants and the views are stunning. Lots of different paths to take that weave in and out of different gardens with varying focuses. We have young children, easier to carry, pram would be difficult.

Beautiful gardens. Still lots of flowers even in October. Catering just outside the entrance excellent. Quite a narrow winding road to get there but very worthwhile.

Really wonderful afternoon here. The gardens are beautiful, lots of lovely flowers and palm trees. Plenty of birds to see. The gardens are pretty much all dog friendly apart from the banana garden and front lawn otherwise they can go everywhere and there is water bowls at the entrance for them. There is a lovely little cafè. I would highly recommend a visit here.

Lovely gardens and interesting foliage. The house was closed when we visited, but we enjoyed the most magnificent views and walks. The volunteers were friendly and welcoming.

Very nice well kept gardens with many exotics. Good walks/trails with some lovely views over the surrounding countryside.

Always a treat coming to this garden. A lovely walk from Salcombe past North and South Sands along the narrow and steep roads! (there's a lovely footpath getting out of the top of Salcombe if you can find it!!) The gardens are very well kept and beautiful. We have been many times and will come back many more!

Beautiful National Trust gardens overlooking South Sands bay. The staff are very friendly and knowledgable, and dogs on leads are allowed into the gardens. There’s a cafe by the entrance that serves really nice coffee / cold drinks, and food (focaccia sandwiches, cakes, decent vegan options etc!). There is parking just outside, and access to the coastal path direct from the garden. Definitely worth a visit if you’re in the area!

If you’re in Devon then it’s paramount to visit The Winking Prawn! A MUST visit for their delicious seafood, service and atmosphere, add the views across the Sands as the tide rolls in then you’re in for a memorable moment. Owner Lucy and her hard working staff are superb, friendly and always nothing is too much to ask. Countless visits and we always look forward to our next visit, sun, rain or heatwave, the winking prawn is very special. ❤️ 10/10

Loved it! Sat outside under umbrella in sunshine on Saturday in August. Lovely staff and delicious food. Very happy! Wasps were our only problem - same every where though. Thank you!

Absolutely lovely beach side restaurant. Great views, lovely staff and tasty food. You will see some pretty nasty and petty reviews about the food. None of them deserved. Is this the best food you will ever have? No, but for where you are. The food is perfectly delicious. Really well cooked, always hot and lovely staff serving you. I would definitely stop here again next time I'm back in Salcombe really enjoyed my time here.

Rubber sandwich on a meal deal from Boots is similar and a lot cheaper! So sad we have been patrons of the Winking Prawn for many years. We have had coffee, lunches and dinners and it's a lovely venue and location and until today I have not felt ripped off and disappointed. In total our bill was in excess of £130; which I have no issue with, if its good. This was my sons lunch. Rubber cheese, a super market -bake at home baguette for an eye watering £9 ish.. albeit minus the lettuce and mayo to act as a filler. Presentation, nil points, effort nil, flavour, nil, quality nil. It's just not worth it. I can buy a meal deal, grab a picnic blanket and have the same.

The Winking Prawn is always busy, and for good reason. We’ve been coming here for many years, but right now it’s enjoying a real surge in popularity thanks to its appearance in Netflix’s The Roses starring Olivia Colman and Benedict Cumberbatch. On a sunny day we had to wait a little while, but eventually found a table with a beautiful sea view – dogs welcome everywhere too, which we love. During our three-week holiday we ate here three times: the afternoon barbecue twice and the Po’boy once. All the food was delicious – the peppered steaks were a bit tough and heavy on the spice rub, but on another visit we had the prawns which were, as always, fantastic. On that occasion our order was forgotten, and although the chef had already gone off shift, he ran back through the pouring rain to cook it fresh for us – above and beyond! Prices are on the higher side, so don’t expect a bargain, but this is very much part of the holiday experience – the food, the view, the lively atmosphere, and even the fun nods to The Roses with a cute fairground-style board where you can pop your head through for a photo. As you can see from my photos, it’s the perfect place to treat yourself while soaking up the Salcombe seaside vibe

We visited here because of The Roses, but don’t let that be your reason, we sat inside and found this a chic, classy beach restaurant and I can’t wait to visit again. We only had a drink, but the service was excellent and the staff were very helpful. Hooray for the winking prawn 😍

Distinctly average. Would not recommend or return. A pacific spread of cold seafood platters all served as if you were in an 80s caf'. £27 for 10 frozen king prawns and a bean salad which came from a tin. Buckets of staff that were sweet and friendly but knew nothing of the offering. Serving the worst aperol spritz I've ever put to my lips is embarrassing enough but worse when the second is no better! Extortionate. Would not recommend unless you are a tourist who lost their sense of taste and smell from COVID.

Excellent small local museum full of fascinating artefacts linking to history of Salcombe . Really enjoyed the visit. The museum provides a real view back into Salcombe’s past , particularly the era of sailing / trading ships , and WW2. Highly recommend a visit - allow an hour. Free but why not make a donation ?

Great little museum. So much history and interesting artifacts in such a small building. Friendly helpful staff, worth a visit to learn about Salcombes past.

A lovely little museum, that does a great deal with the artefacts they have and gives a far more detailed and varied experience than many larger museums.

A friendly small museum that has good exhibits about the second world war and also local wrecks. Unsuitable for big groups but perfect for an hour of pottering.

Really interesting museum with fantastic staff who answered all questions.

Excellent museum. A view of Salcombe before the tyranny of the second home. Also several really good publications.

For anyone with even half an interest in the sea and ships, Salcombe Maritime Museum is a must. Packed with nauticalia of all sorts and pictures and exhibits of local interest.

An unforgettable experience at Salcombe Gin Bar! We had an incredible time at the Salcombe Gin Bar – the atmosphere was vibrant yet relaxed, and the setting right by the water made it even more special. The real standout, though, was the service. Crystal was absolutely fantastic – warm, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about what she does. She took the time to walk us through the gin menu, made brilliant recommendations based on our tastes, and mixed up some of the best cocktails we've ever had. Her attention to detail and friendly energy really elevated the whole experience. Can’t recommend this place enough – we’ll definitely be back!

A birthday gift and a great afternoon of drinking and making gin was had by all. Harry and Chris were our hosts and talked us through the distilling process in their distilling room, Chris then took us through our gin making and tasting! Gin made bottled and labelled, then back to the bar to sample of own masterpieces with Jake’s sound counsel as to what garnishes we should have. A memorable day thank you one and all

Perfect gift! A wonderful opportunity to enjoy the beauty of Salcombe and the joy of creating one's own gin. Very happy wife.

I owned a house in Island Street for nearly 30 years and was delighted when the Salcombe Distillery was built on the site of the old Island Cruising Club Boathouse When the cocktail bar opened, I was very excited to pay a visit. On the first few occasions I treated our party to Salcombe Gin Marmahitos, which were superb if not a little pricey at £12 each. Last weekend I was in Salcombe with my partner and we decided to treat ourselves to one of these wonderful drinks. Unfortunately the quality is now quite poor, with no caramelised dried orange (which we had to ask for) very little marmalade flavour and yet these are now £14 each. I would not mind paying for the drink as it once was but not as it is now. Come on Salcombe Gin if you are going to charge premium prices your customers should receive a premium drink.

Terrible experience on the first night of our holiday. Popped in for a cocktail before dinner, were brusquely brushed off to a table by the bar staff when we asked whether we should order there or at the table. Waited for service to come, none arrived. Flagged down a member of staff to be told he wasn't serving, but with a tasting group. Went back to the bar to be told someone would come and, about 20 minutes after our arrival, finally piggy back ordered from a waiter delivering drinks to the neighbouring couple who had also complained about the delay. The bar had fewer than 10 customers in it. 15 minutes later, still no sign of our drinks and when a second round of drinks was brought to the couple we checked to be told they had no record of our order. We left and expressed our disappointment to a female member of bar staff who smirked at us and gave not a word of a regret or an apology. We won't be back, nor ever buy the brand. Incredibly disappointing.

Loved the Gin School experience I did back in September. There are so many botanicals to choose from to "make" your gin. I did the experience solo and I didn't feel awkward so don't be afraid to do this on your own! Highly recommend this to anyone who loves gin.

Every single detail is so very well thought out. The shop alone is a work of art, and even resembles a gallery with gorgeous photography adorning the walls and beautiful bottles displayed well. The distillery is open for all to see at one end of a bright and airy open-plan bar area with feels like a boathouse overlooking the glistening estuary. All staff are welcoming, knowledgeable and generous. The gin school especially was both fascinating and exciting, teaching you so much more than your regular distillery tour. You have some upfront learning about gin making in the main distillery and then you are brought to apply your learning practically whilst making your own gin with your own set of botanicals in your own dedicated copper still. You then bottle, name, label and package your own gin with enough to have a gin & tonic or two with your own creation at the bar. Very, very well done - will absolutely be back.

Really good ice cream. I highly recommend the chocolate-orange : not too sweet and a fine balance between chocolate and orange. We had tea there too. Good quality. There is also plenty of seating outside to enjoy your ice cream without standing. Side note: loved the bamboo ‘spoons’!

Salcombe Dairy makes great ice cream, but it’s the milkshakes you want! A Chocolate Honeycomb milkshake from here is my absolute favourite beverage. Fortunately as an adult in my 50s there is no one to say I can’t have one 😁

Great staff, amazing ice creams a huge amount to choose from, also do all types of coffee, plenty of seating outside, perfect place to stop before heading into town or after a long day in town 100% recommend

Amazing chocolate, and delicious ice-cream. I have found my new favourite chocolate! It meets all my criteria: small local producer using quality ingredients, organic, amazing tasting chocolate, love it. I visited the cafe and shop on a recent holiday and bought a selection of bars. Will definitely order more.

Delicious ice cream and v friendly service. Had banoffee and chocolate orange- the chocolate orange was incredible.

Best icecream I've ever had. We live in Broadstairs and the name for icecream there is Morellis. Salcombe icecream beats them hands down. I had chocolate and honeycomb and my husband had chocolate orange. I've never had an icecream that tastes so much like eating a high quality chocolate bar.

It’s a regular stop every time we visit Salcombe 😃 We even got few tubs to take home & just realised that they deliver it! 😀vainilla Madagascar is one of the best in 🇬🇧, the strawberry until last year too. This batch it’s a lack of strawberry’s. The Belgian chocolate lovely. I wish one day they will make a Pistachio! They also sell chocolates that they are very good & vegan. They offer some dairy free ice cream too. They have hot & cold drinks too. Next to a large carpark.

Man a childhood spent here, took our own kids to introduce them to the beach. They also loved it!

Gorgeous secluded beach but it is a nightmare to get to.

Mill Bay is such a special spot. Accessible from Salcombe via ferry or via road, using the car park nearby. Arrive early though as parking can be an issue either way. We have also seen lots of people arrive on their own water sports equipment. The bay is very child friendly and the stream to the side of the bay is sure to entertain them for a while.

Visited on a recent holiday in Devon and, despite being more than an hours drive from where we were staying, well worth it. The sea here is lovely and the beach clean and golden, so much so that it was easy to believe we had some how travelled abroad. Well worth a few hours if in the area - or even a little away from it. I would recommend parking in Salcombe and taking the foot ferry across as, while there is national trust parking a few steps from the beach, this seemed to fill up quickly and only be accessible down a number of small twisty single track roads.

Great beach! Not too crowded on a warm and sunny 24° day. The single track roads are very, very narrow but everyone is quite cooperative and patient in traffic which helps you get through. It takes around 45 minutes on such narrow roads, so keep that in mind. Parking gets full quickly but there's alternative parking a mile away (20min walk) for just £5/day.

Gorgeous beach to relax on. We got the ferry across from Salcombe and hung out here for a while. Despite us only being 9 degrees or so it was really sheltered and felt a lot warmer. Some brave people were in the sea but it looked freezing!

Beautiful beach, clear water and soft sand. Was busy when I was there thought. Lovely walk along the coast.

Good coffee shop, nice beach, but very yummy mummy with the posh hotels on the beach! Took the tractor and boat to Salcombe, its fun

Great little beach with plenty to do and lovely scenic views.. Very good area to stay if you fancy a break in Salcombe. Ferry available to the town, decent cafe on the beach. Kayak and paddle board hire also available. If your a beach person worth a try.

Beautiful area, the beach itself is a little small so could get cramped if busy, but the beach bar provides everything you could want, and had great covid protections/systems in place. The best views come from a short walk along the coastal path... Honestly it's a crime to not take a quick peek from the top 😍 The road down to the area is tiny (I'm not sure if there is an alternative but I couldn't find one) so if you have a large vehicle, take care! There is parking in a National Trust car park at a flat rate of £6 (payment by phone) for the whole day, plenty of spaces available.

Really nice place. No public parking, only for hotel and restaurant guests but big parking on North sands. 10 min walk. Unless you disabled, you should be good. I saw even two fat people managed to do so, quite steep walk. Bar, food, coffee, public toilet, ferry if you need. 4pounds each way to centre, kayaks 30£ for 2ppl

It was a really nice big beach with lots of facilities

A beautiful beach with a lovely view. The water looks clean and fresh

Had it all on 01-Sep-23 - sun, sand, sea and crab sandwich. Wouldn't have found it the day before....

Booked Sunday lunch here. On walking in the decor was extremely on peng. Really smart and comfortable. Sunday roast was delicious and I had the Moules Marinaire. Absolutely delicious and sizeable portions. Absolutely full and service first class. Would definitely recommend.

Such a warm welcome at the Victoria tonight. We hadn’t made a reservation and Salcombe was very busy but the staff at the Victoria couldn’t have been more friendly throughout. Nothing was too much trouble. The bar staff were very helpful and even brought our drinks over to our table so I could sit down with my Mother. Our waitress was so helpful too. Highly recommend and so unusual in Salcombe at this time of year to feel so welcomed with all the tourists to accommodate. Food delicious too. Thank you 🙏

Lovely little pub right in the heart of Salcombe. The menu is great with plenty of tasty options, including lots of gluten free choices which is such a bonus. The beer garden out the back is gorgeous... one of the best spots in town to relax with a drink on a sunny day. They have undercover and blankets for cooler days. Staff were friendly and welcoming, and it’s very dog friendly too which made it even better. Highly recommend if you’re visiting Salcombe :)

I had an incredible dining experience at the Victoria Inn and truly cannot recommend it highly enough. I visited on two separate evenings and was thoroughly impressed both times. The first night, I enjoyed a beautifully cooked beef fillet, tender, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. On the second evening, we returned for their Sunday roast, which was equally outstanding. Every dish was crafted with care and full of rich, satisfying flavor. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, and the service was excellent, making the entire experience even more memorable. If you’re looking for top-notch food in a welcoming setting, the Victoria Inn is a must-visit.

We hired the beer garden of the Victoria Inn for a big get togther the day after our wedding. It was absolutely perfect and we couldn't be more grateful. All staff were very helpful, kind and attentive. Food was plentiful and excellent. We were also able to have a bar just for ourselves in the beer garden and able to play our own music. It is also worth mentioning this beer garden in more detail as from the front you wouldn't know. It extends back and upwards with lots of seating both outside and undercover with amazing views of Salcombe harbour. Also has a great play area for kids that a lot of our guests found very handy. If you are thinking of having a function in Salcombe, look no further than Victoria Inn. It is superb.

Without doubt this is the very best pub / restaurant in Salcombe, by a country mile!! We have tried most, if not all of their competition in Town and there is no other that can hold a candle to them for; the quality of the service, the food and the value for money. All of the staff are clearly invested in what this pub is aiming to do, and that is to provide a friendly welcome along with great service and great food and drinks. And by the way, the Victoria also provides the best value on the price of their beers, wines and other drinks. There is no doubt that Salcombe is an expensive place to visit, but the Victoria's prices do not make you go 'ouch' when presented with the bill. All in all a great place to spend an afternoon or an evening. I guarantee you will not be disappointed. Thank you to all the staff at the Victoria for looking after us so well.

It was a very busy Saturday of the Bank Holiday. For reasons we hadn’t booked but were able to find a table in the lovely beer garden. It turned out they were also short staffed but our server Tara did an amazing job of looking after us and everyone else. Food was very good.

What a wonderful place to enjoy an evening meal. Great staff a fantastic atmosphere and great food. Only downside is the price of alcohol here but the view is amazing

Had a good drink but then when it came time for dinner we ordered a fish and chips and a beef burger. Which then took 40 minutes to be served and after the wait the burger was overdone however the fish and chips were good. Been for drinks many times before and it’s always good but got let down big time by the burger.

What a location! Great terrace overlooking the harbour, and a cosy bar above when the weather is not so good.

There were 17 of us and we had the Sunday pork Porcetta and Seafood basket for dinner. The pork was so tender and everything was so fresh and delicious. The service was also so friendly and fantastic. It was faultless

I recently visited The Ferry Inn while on a trip to Salcombe, and I have to say, the view from the garden is absolutely fantastic. On a sunny day, it’s the perfect spot to sit back with a drink and take in the scenery — a real highlight of the visit. Unfortunately, the food didn’t quite live up to the setting. I ordered a steak cooked rare, and while I enjoy a rare steak, this one was underdone to the point of being almost raw. Service was also underwhelming; it took around 40 minutes for our food to arrive, which felt excessive considering how quiet it was at the time. All in all, I’d definitely return for a drink and to enjoy the atmosphere, but I’d probably skip the food next time.

Lovely pub, very popular so may struggle to grab a table. Watch out for the sea gulls circling, staff are good at dispersing them.

Visited a couple of times in the week. A pint around lunchtime, with a couple of portions of chips, and sat outside overlooking the estuary and later in the week an evening meal. The staff are always friendly and helpful. The food is good old, no fuss pub grub. Good selection of beers, cider and spirits, oh and soft drinks! It's not flash, but it great and we would highly recommend it.

Great place but unfortunately the parking situation is ridiculous. My mom can’t walk far and the parking was halved making it worse than ever due to the crab festival. Just not enjoyable visiting anymore as it’s so congested with cars trying to park. The shops were empty due to this? Some wonderful shops and eateries there though when you finally manage to get a spot.

Nice harbour town, nice shops some quite high end though. Parking was a bit tricky to work out but ended up on the park and ride which was fine. Bit mad if you miss and have to drive through the town which is very tight lol. Good for half a day visit and explore.

Beautiful town with busy harbour. Parking is expensive but we managed to park for free (2 hours max) on several occasions just above the Salcombe Yacht club which is about 7-10 min walk to the harbour

Beautiful and serene (away from the crowds). Nestled on the river cum estuary, between deep glades of luscious green forests. Quaint and attractive, oozing history.

Stunning place, first time visitor and it won't be the last, about 45mins to and hour from Plymouth If water sports is your thing this is the place or like strolking around the shops which are high end shops Salcombe has it all

Beautiful little place very tranquil and stunning scenery. Visited last month out of season, although not all shops were open we had a leisurely walk round. Please be mindful the parking is limited by the waterfront

Amazing on the tour around the harbour

Loved the South Sands Ferry experience - what better way is there to get to Salcombe Town Centre than over the water and into Salcombe Harbour? Makes an interesting adventure to spice up your visit to Salcombe. About 20 minutes to take the trip from South Sands Beach. A Sea Tractor waits on the beach at South Sands to take you to board the ferry (as there is no pier). The ferry boat then heads around the headland and down the Salcombe Estuary, passing some nice beaches and fantastic views. Finally it arrives at a pier right next to Salcombe Town Centre. Very reasonably priced for such a nice trip. Covered interior with seating if you need it too.

Got to be done! Reasonable fares for the best view of Salcombe! Even one way and walk back around the bay to your starting point it’s worth doing. Re: Previous review about £18 for two. Not sure what they were riding but it is certainly not that price for two. More like £9.

Cost me £18 for 1 adult 1 child for 20mins. I had had a chat with the boat owner/driver/help, explaining that we only had an hour till we had to be back at the car and yet at no point was I told the fee was one way only and it wasn't advertised as such on the side of the Dock or boat. Rip off for what it is; upset me to be truthful!!!

Didn’t mind paying the £3.80 each to get over to South Sands but once we got over there it was clear that there actually nothing there other than the hotel and a beach bar. You could get a coffee in the hotel but no cake, the service was slow and wished is just gone in the beach bar. I wouldn’t recommend this £15 round trip. I would get the little water boat over to the beach opposite Salcombe where there is a lovely beach to walk along and a proper tea room

Gotta be done! It's not a boat it's a tractor. Are we driving back to Salcombe??? Stop it's too deep we need a boat 🚢! Great experience and really helpful team. Great for little kids and big kids alike!

A tad more expensive than I was expecting and not to the location we’d seen from Salcombe. This was our fault as the boat clearly stated to south sands beach. 2 adults and 2 kids £27.20 return. Just don’t expect a gorgeous white sands that you see at East Portlemouth beach, Small cove and Mill Bay.

Got the ferry yesterday and it was great! Super friendly staff (especially the chap on the tractor who we had a giggle with). Great fun and money well spent

We were on holiday. My grandson wanted to go swimming in the pool. The girl on reception said we have to pre-book.!! She eventually gave in and said we had an hour like everyone else. The water was nice. Pool clean. The changing facilities need to be brought up to the 21st century. The outside temperature was 27°. The changing room minus also only 2 showers 1 toilet. Not impressed. The cost was I think £11. For myself and 8year old.

Great pool, tired but only needs a clean, a little weeding and maybe a lick of paint. Most can be done for free. Great to have floats and toys for kids but the broken boxes and broken toys werent a good look. I'm sure businesses in the area would donate replacements free for some small advertising. Some may even pay for paint. You have a jewel in your town/village look after it and blow its trumpet.

A great feature of Salcombe. It was quiet the three times we went. The water temperature was perfect.

Great outdoor pool. Lovely and warm.

Nice, easy to use outdoor swimming pool

Just arrived at the pool as your website said you are open at 10am to find closed with an open sign on the door & the smallest sticker with open at 3.30 travelled from Torcross with my Grandaughter very disappointed 😔 we support your pool throughout the holidays & donate

The warmest pool in the uk! Lovely community pool which is great for adults and children.

Really wonderful meal here. Service was very good, professional, friendly, there when you need them. The outside tables could do with slightly improved weather protection, one table in particular has no weather protection due to a broken awning. Cooking of the food was very good nearly perfect, all the food was extremely fresh, the scallops were large and very tasty, lobster was over cooked for my liking either that or I was eating a frozen one, clams on the v.small side, still one of the best choices in the country for a sea food spectacular. 9 out of 10. Can’t wait to return.

Had a brilliant meal at The Crab Shed in Salcombe. The dressed crab was absolutely delicious so fresh and full of flavour and the crab fries were next-level amazing! The staff were really friendly and helpful, making the whole experience even better. Such a great spot, relaxed, welcoming, and perfect for anyone who loves proper fresh seafood. Can’t wait to go back!

Set on the Salcombe Quayside, the Crab Shed offers freshly caught fayre in an intimate setting. The service was attentive, although our dog wasn't offered a bowl of water which you would expect at a dog friendly restaurant, and particular care was given to accommodate my crustacean allergy, The food was tasty; the scallops were delicious and my wife loved her linguini. A great little restaurant and well worth visiting; book well in advance as it gets busy!

My family and I visited this amazing place during our holiday in Salcombe. Lovely location, fabulous staff (Emma, Natasha and Ellie) were super friendly and welcoming. They went above and beyond to ensure we enjoyed ourselves. And as for the food itself, it was absolutely fantastic, the presentation was spectacular and we all agreed it was the best seafood we’d ever had. Sensational. Couldn’t recommend this place highly enough. We will definitely be back!

We had a wonderful time! The servers were so nice and friendly, and the food was absolutely incredible full of flavor and beautifully prepared. There were no issues at all, just a lovely lunch from start to finish. The crab was definitely the highlight we made a mess but it was so tasty! We did spend around £100 but we were a family of four.

Had a lovely lunch here celebrating my Fiancée’s birthday. We chose the Fruits De Mare and do not regret our decision. I’d highly recommend stopping here if you’re visiting Salcombe. Remember to book! As it’s popular.

Food was amazing! Fresh and you could even see it being cooked. Staff were great, really helpful when it came to getting all the meat from the crab. An awesome experience.

Gorgeous beach, driving to it is a bit of a nightmare - lots of patience needed as it's a single road with very tight passing spaces so you have to keep pulling over to let people pass in high season! Get there early to avoid the car park being too busy too - it probably got full around 11 on the Friday that we went. Beach definitely is worth it, lots to explore, and easy to take the ferry over to Salcombe (£2.50 per person per ride).

Beautiful little bay around from Mill Bay (same car park, 1/4 mile walk). It's lovely and sandy and because it's slightly off the beaten track it doesn't get that busy.

Amazing 🔝nature🌿 of England! ☺ There is no place for people which don't like the nature 🕊and they don't♼ protect .🐿 It's a very good place for families👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 with children and also its fine for couples .👫 ℹit's not appropriate place for parties for sure. ⚠❌ 🔇The loud music🔉🎧 it's not allowed.🔇 🔛Just chill and relax .📴

Gorgeous beach with soft sand and clear waters!

One of the best beaches I've been to in UK. Looks very Mediterranean. National Trust car park is a bit expensive (£7.5 a day) but it's worth it.

It's Peaceful and so Powerful part of England ! Families , couples and friends are welcome. It's really so beautiful nature around keep it it's yours ☺😉😊

If you want view of france or spain need to go here, yes a bit busy yes you need to walk but its worth to do that.

Unbelievable every time. Delicious treats. Friendly and helpful service. The fudge is a real show stopper and better than anywhere else that I have tried. They have an incredible range of treats. You’d be foolish to go anywhere else!

I’m a nutritionist eating a sweet shop five stars! Sounds like a disconnect but perhaps a little background will give context. I grew up in salcombe and lived there from 1981-1997 and it’s barely changed. Yes there’s a few of the modern confectionary, there are still so many traditional sweets which preserve the mentality that a sweet shop means just that, not grab a mars bar at the checkout without thought but actually Cranch’s makes you think about what you’re buying and this educates children into making sensible decisions which is fundamental for long term health :) Great to see the shop is still thriving without ‘selling out’ as such and has stuck to its core values. There’s a reason Cranch’s still exists whilst so many other shops in Salcombe don’t beyond a few year and I’d suggest since 1869 is pretty good going! Cheers! Adam Stevens.

I have been coming to Salcombe and Cranch's for over 30 years and it is one of the most special places in Salcombe, and if I dare say it the whole world! the best people and the very best fudge. When it came to sorting out a sweet station for our wedding we could look no further than Cranch's pink and white bags, Martyn was fantastic and helped us find the best way putting it together and was super responsive on email. Thank you so much.

Not my first review of this Sweet Shop, it is still the best! Amazing fudge and sweet selection. Staff are very friendly!

Fantastic service! Staff went above and beyond to supply our wedding favours adding a personalised sticker to all the sweet bags - went down a treat! Thank you so much!

Best sweet shop of all time

An amazing sweet shop, the likes of which we just don’t really have anymore. The selection is brilliant and the prices are great! I don’t often have sweets or chocs, but I can’t pass up a good offer. It’s a nice little store, very easy to look around everything and browse. Both of the chaps that I spoke to in the store were friendly and helpful. Really enjoyed my sweets whilst on holiday! Can’t wait to come back in the future and stock up again 😂

A throughly enjoyable experience shopping at Salcombe. Both Jane and Deb were so helpful, making suggestions and showing Pam different items, some of which she would not normally have considered. She come out of the shop with a whole new look!

Called in on Bank Holiday Sunday and 2 lovely ladies welcomed us with a little tot of Prosecco. So friendly and helpful, about the stock and origins but also the local area (Thanks for the tip to pop to Southpool and Millbrook - we made it :-) ) Bought a lovely top and hope to visit again next time I'm in Salcombe. Great shopping experience all round!

What a lovely,pleasant,friendly shopping experience.Will 100% be returning and love my new trousers.Many thanks

Beautiful shop with the most gorgeous clothes, candles and jewellery. Lovely, friendly staff.

Lovely friendly service and lovely products

Loved the store, friendly welcome and great items for sale. My girlfriend found some lovely bits to buy.

Super helpful assistants, beautifully designed and made clothes, love the style

Booked for a half-day family sail and we all loved it. The instructor, Malcolm, was fantastic with our 5 year old, letting him control the tiller for a lot of the time, and had plenty of stories and anecdotes for my wife and I. We felt safe, well cared for and listened to for the whole 3 hours. Will be doing again!

Fantastic experience today with Salcombe Dinghy Sailing. It was our first sailing lesson. We actually learned many practical skills! Big thank you!

My 9 year old son has had a fantastic start to the Easter holidays with four mornings of sailing lessons with Salcombe Dinghy Sailing. He has completed his RYA Level One this week and has had a great time! Thank you so much to all the team and especially his instructor Becca!

Lovely evening yesterday at Salcombe yacht Club Drinks in the terrace overlooking the fantastic Salcombe Estuary followed by great value food and drink in the Club But what topped it off was the very warm welcome my wife and I received Definitely going back

Had the absolute pleasure to attend a private function in the Map Room. The food was excellent, the staff (especially the kitchen team) were fantastic. Everyone had a great time. Cannot recommend highly enough.

One of the best locations in Salcombe for food, beer and boat watching.

Really good food and helpful staff. Fantastic views over the estuary too

Couldn't ask for a nicer location overlooking the harbour. Food and drink were top quality, with attentive, friendly service.

The best thing about this place is the view. Access is difficult. There is no car park. A wheelchair user has to be dropped off at the library next door, and then use the tiny lift and multiple corridors and doors to get in. Had some curry. Cheap price reflected in small portions and under spicing. Disappointing and won't be rushing back.

We had a pleasent meal here. Was a little disappointed by the selection of food. But not sure if that was because of the covid 19. But very nice location over looking the river away from the maddening crowds of solcombe. And good service... Thanks guys

Brilliant experience. Amazingly simple collection, great Kayak with everything you need. Incredible location with loads of lovely coves and beaches to get to. Highly recommended

Fantastic service, beach delivery and pick up at North sands. Good quality equipment and safety focus. We hired 2 x SUP’s and had a great time. Thank you!

We hired a two person kayak for a few hours on a beautiful sunny day - the guys gave us great, detailed advice about tide times, coves to explore and how to use all of the equipment, which was fantastic. Couldn’t recommend enough!

Tom was brilliant. He gave us a lesson/tour/how to stay safe on the estuary session so that my daughter and her friend could paddle board safely on their own boards for the rest of our stay. We struck really lucky with the weather so North Sands and the estuary were glorious. When I decided that I'd like to do a bit more paddle boarding too, Tom was super helpful dropping off a board to us and picking it up the following day - thank you so much Tom

Great service, dropped off to our campsite a few miles from Salcombe, was very flexible hours and allowed us to have the Kayak the full day. Kayak look new and in good condition. Great day all round would fully recommend.

My wife and I had a fantastic day out. Tom was super efficient, professional and managed to hand all the kit over to us socially distanced and sterilised. His prices are the most competitive in the area and the equipment was high quality. I would highly recommend North Sands Water Sports. We will definitely be using you guys again when back down in the area. Thanks!

Fantastic friendly service as always from Tom and the team. Door to door delivery and pick up with phenomenal customer service. We have rented their paddle boards on a number of occasions and consequently purchased one too. Would highly recommend!

An absolutely fantastic experience! I have been on the 60minute and 75 minute trip, both were fabulous. Hearing and seeing the history of Salcombe and the local area, to the wildlife spotting ( we were lucky enough to see the seals and numerous birds) and fast speed rib turns, it is all wonderful.

Sea n Shore is a must do if you’re visiting salcombe! We had an amazing 75 min trip, it was wonderful to see salcombe from the Sea. Ali was very knowledgeable, it was great to hear about the history of the area. We were lucky enough to see seal, and even dolphins jumping out of the water which was so special. We loved the high speed ride on the way back along with the chocolate biscuits! A really memorable trip. Thank you!

I would highly recommend Ali and Salcombe Sea Shore rib rides to everyone visiting Salcombe. We have been twice this week and both thrips have been amazing with seals and wildlife and amazing dolphins on the second trip. We had a tour of the estuary with historical and wildlife facts as part of the tour. Ali is focuses on safety as well as fun and nothing is too much trouble! It’s truly made our holiday extra special!

OH MY WORD!! If you are in or around Salcombe….in fact, in Devon…make sure you go on a trip with Ali! What a fantastic (and quickest!!) 75 mins of our holiday. Yes, literally we went quickly but the time flew as the experience was just amazing. We were lucky enough to see a pod of dolphins with 3 calves, some seals and the beautiful scenery. We cannot recommend this trip more, Ali is so friendly, knowledgeable and enthusiastic. She got our group immediately, making the trip fun and welcoming. An all round magical 75 minutes which we wish lasted longer! Thanks for the biscuits too! X

Absolutely brilliant. A MUST for a visit to salcombe. Ali's knowledge of the area makes this not just fun but also super interesting. We also got to see loads of seals and dolphins. Bonus!

Absolutely incredible ! Been out with Ali twice now. Ali is very knowledgeable about the local area and where to find all the wildlife. This is a ‘’must do” when your are in salcombe ! Thank you so much again! See you soon.

Had a blast on the best weather of days. Ali was great and we had a wonderful time. Would highly recommend.

Hired a boat for a couple of hours and spent the time around the estuary. A lovely way to see the town and countryside from a different perspective. Staff were very helpful and professional and took their time to show us how to use the boat.

Very happy with the boat ride. On arrival, we were given instructions on the estuary rules, directions and a map showing points of interest. Another member of the team showed us how to use the boat and took us out for a quick demo. We sailed for 2hrs, stopping over at a local pub. Very very beautiful and pleasant experience. Definitely on the to 'must do' list when visiting Salcombe - even in the rain. Everything was straight forward, explained and the staff were superb. Highly recommended.

Fantastic day out on the water, the Whitestrand Boat Hire team were superb, great instructions and support, highly recommend them 👍😎

Friendly and relaxed staff. Reliable boat. Lovely two hours pottering around the estuary.

Cracking RYA course with the team! Richard very knowledgeable and extremely helpful. Would not hesitate to recommend! Cheers

Highly recommend, give it a go. Very professional and friendly service delivered by for a young knowledgeable couple who will do well in business. They give great advise on where to go and how long to have their boats. Very COVID safe.

We had an amazing time out on the cap400. It was so much fun, my 14 & 15 Yr olds really enjoyed sailing the boat. With lots of creeks to go up and down there's lots to see. Would recommend this trip. We didn't anchor the boat at a beach but you can!

This is a review for Mill Bay. Can't comment on the beach sadly as we never made it. The road to get to it is very narrow and the National Trust car park very small. No signage at all to tell visitors that the car park is full. Turning round is very difficult and then you're back on the narrow roads trying to get past people who are also going to have to turn around. No complaints about the roads - that's what Devon is like. But some kind of signage to stop people driving all the way down there would be really useful.

Lovely dog walk on low tide. Easy to catch ferry across from Salcombe.

Excellent beach, beautiful situation.

Salcombe is definitely the Jewel in the Crown when it comes to the Estuaries in The South West It’s got numerous golden sandy beaches and very accessible for swimming. When the tides in there’s miles of safe sheltered water for sailing or motor boating amazing creeks to explore, there wonderful coat paths to wander around, In the area there’s many places to stay either expensive hotels or good B and B, great camping and caravan sites and fantastic food options and speciality fish or crab restaurants

Such a gorgeous beach and the cafe is amazing too! Clean toilets at the top of the track as well. Super easy to get the little ferry from Salcombe.

Excellent beach. Access is a little tricky for wheel chair or pushchair users and the beach is cut off for about an hour each side of high tide, but it quickly opens or to a long expanse of beautiful soft sand with great views across the estuary to Salcombe

Took the passenger ferry over from Salcombe, beach was great for the kids, especially those young enough to dig holes and build Sand castles. Beach dog friendly, great sand, great views.

Ordered a personalised clutch bag from my Nieces 30th birthday. Contacted to say it was out of stock but could use an alternative material. As I wanted it to arrive on or before the day I said I was ok as long as it could be delivered on time. Royal Mail sent a note to my niece to say she had to pay £3.50 postage and then didn’t deliver until after her birthday. I emailed Willbees to share my disappointment but I have heard nothing back and now out of pocket by £3.50. The bag is very pretty, but disappointed with the service ☹️

Weird atmosphere. Not even a HELLO, 2 staff members just stood there talking to each other in a quiet store, Every other store In salcombe I went in people say hello, used to be a nice store went a few years ago and could get nice personalised bracelets

I had a bag brought from here for Christmas which had rather a long shoulder strap for my height. I went in to see if it could be shortened which was done while I waited. Really good service and I love my bag.

I have bought MANY bags from this company over the years, service is EXEMPLARY at EVERY point. The phone is answered by a cheerful helpful employee should you have any questions...check stock if it appears unavailable online by calling, as I did, and managed to get the one of choice, also delivered quickly. Products just beautiful and something very special for gifts... ALWAYS admired and treasured...my 'go to' for special gifts for family and friends.

Some really nice leather bags and bespoke accessories at will bees and honestly so glad I noticed this place on my stroll through Salcombe, great quality product, super friendly staff and such a talented seamstress ♥️

I recently purchased an item from Will Bees Bespoke Ltd as a gift for my mother. I hadn't previously heard of this company, but I am soooo glad I found it! Not only is the bag designed to an immaculate standard, but it's all handmade! As soon as you open the gorgeous gift box, you get the smell of leather. I couldn't be happier with the quality of this product; it's so worth the money. I can't wait to put in my next order! Thank you!

This is delightful shop selling unique, personalised, bespoke bags, clutches and purses. Anita, Lisa and Claire could not have been more welcoming, friendly and helpful, especially Claire, whose first day it was. She went over and above to find the purse I was looking for. This is a super shop, a great product and a lovely shopping experience, thanks to the "Bee Team "

First came across Rowbury in Dartmouth last summer and had excellent customer service and today had the pleasure to pop into Rowbury in Salcombe and again the most outstanding customer service. Both of the stores/shops are very well curated and inviting. Now I have my beautiful coffee cups from both of my visits to remind me at home of my travels.

Fantastic gallery for affordable high quality art. Great service from a lovely lady who hunted through the stock room for a lobster print to pair with one we had chosen in the gallery

Lovely art gallery. Some nice stuff at reasonable prices.

Went here today and it was absolutely lovely. Dog friendly store and the lady is very knowledgeable and incredibly polite. Bought some Beautiful prints and can't wait to go again!! Worth the visit.

Great little place with lots of affordable pieces that are very stylish. Very helpful and friendly shop assistant

I went in yesterday and can’t recommend this place enough. I was greeted by John the owner who was amazing throughout my buying process. The gallery is beautiful with some stunning artwork. A definite place to visit in Salcombe.

Gallery 5 in Island Street, is one of those places that the moment you step inside, you feel a sense of tranquility sweep over you. From the non-intrusive music you hear, to the visual treats displayed before you, together with the genuinely friendly welcome you receive... you will instinctively know this is a place you will feel comfortable and relaxed... simply lingering for a while. There is nothing at all pretentious or intimidating about the space. Likewise, with the wide variety of original artwork, glass art, dramatic photographic originals, ceramics and hand-crafted jewellery on display, you're likely to see something that appeals to both your taste and budget. From exquisitely detailed embroidery pieces, to dramatic seascapes - and check out the stunning lobsters too - this is an exceptional gallery... highly recommended - a must visit destination, that never fails to impress.

This gallery is lovely,beautiful Art work and Glassware for sale.Everything in it was a work of art.This gallery is the best I have ever seen, I could have stayed there a lot longer.

Beautiful space and wonderful array of art

Great gallery, something for everyone....

Beautiful walking trail with panoramic views of Hope Cove and adjacent headlands. Not exactly a made track, one needs to take care over tree roots and the cliff edges are not protected. Otherwise well worth the effort, dog friendly on leash.

Wild and scenic headland walk out from Hope Cove around towards Bolberry Down. The footpaths start in a wooded area near Inner Hope Cove and lead up onto the headland, affording panoramic views around Bigbury Bay. The views from the end of the tail are amazing. There are the remains of an (iron age ?) fort and several paths that criss-cross through the bracken. There are also several decent sea fishing spots although the clamber down (and back up) can be "interesting". A beautiful and relaxing/wild location

An incredibly picturesque coastal location to visit, grassy rolling hills and cliffs with very nice sea views back towards Hope Cove - Good as a destination when walking the cliff path from Thurlestone, or on the way to Salcombe. Just watch your step near the cliff edges, as the hills slope sharply down towards sheer drops in places. Keep your dogs under close control.

Hope Cove is an amazing location to grab some low tide photography.

Beautiful views over the South West Coast. A short hike, but beware of wind and animal droppings (sheep roam here).

Park the car in the NT car park on the down and walk the huge coastal path loop into Hope Cove via Bolt Tail. The paths are extremely open and accessible and sweep through open grassland with the most scenic views on a clear blowsy day. Stay away from the very cliff edges for huge gusts of wind blowing up off the sea can catch you unaware. No tickets needed other than in the car park.

Not too steep of a climb, and plenty of places to stop on the way up and down. Also great views from the top of Hope cove and Burgh Island. I believe it used to be some sort of hilltop fort.

Arrogant, walked in earlier and spent about 5 minutes looking at the various pieces. The owner just sat behind the desk and never once showed any interest in helping me. He clearly thought I wasn’t able to afford a thing in the place, how wrong he was!

Fresh and well presented

great artwork

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