Planning a week in Devon? Discover some of our favourite things to do in South Devon during your stay, from coastal walks and sea swims to market towns, beaches, places to eat and local days out.

There is so much to enjoy nearby in South Devon, whether you want gentle days out, great food, sea air or a bit of adventure. From beautiful coastal walks and wild swims to market towns, farm shops and favourite local places to eat and drink, here are some lovely ways to make the most of your stay in South Devon.

• Walk the coast path at Start Point and spot the lambs in the surrounding fields

• Take an early morning sunrise walk and watch the sun rise over Start Point

• Go on a full moon walk and enjoy Devon in a completely different light

• Book a relaxing sauna session (after a sea dip) at Blackpool Sands or East Portlemouth followed by coffee at The Old Stable

• Visit Agatha Christie's home Greenway, to see the magnolias, bluebells and spring flowers in bloom

• Explore the coast path near Soar Mill Cove and keep an eye out for Highland cows

• Enjoy a cosy dinner at The Tower Inn in Slapton

• Walk to The Cricket Inn at Beesands for lunch or a drink by the sea

• Visit the Salcombe Gin Bar for pre-dinner drinks, followed by pizza on the terrace at Primo

• Pick up fresh vegetables and local meat from Stokely farm shop

• Swim in the sea at Blackpool Sands, East Portlemouth, Mattiscombe, Hallsands or Beesands

• Take the ferry from East Portlemouth to Salcombe, then walk to The Winking Prawn at North Sands

• Walk from Bantham to Hope Cove and look out for the pink sea thrift along the way

• Enjoy brunch at Harbour House Cafe in Kingsbridge

• Follow the coastal walk loop from Gara Rock to Mill Bay and back up through the woodland walk

• Visit an island by sea tractor from Bigbury-on-Sea across to Burgh Island

• Paddle from Kingsbridge to Salcombe by paddleboard

• Take a trip to Totnes on market day for shopping, food and a wander

• Go for a browse at Noyce's garden centre in Kingsbridge

Browse our South Devon cottages and start planning your stay, with coastal walks, beaches, food spots and days out all within easy reach.

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