As well as the sandy Teignmouth beaches on your doorstep, there is also https://www.seasports-sw.com/ where you can hire kayaks, paddleboards, boats, jet skis etc or there is a children's holiday club so they can learn to sail etc.
The https://devonseasafari.com/ boat trip takes you out to see an abundance of wildlife along the South West Coastline. The tours start from Teignmouth’s fish quay which is a 2 min walk from the cottage.
The http://teigndivingcentre.co.uk/ offers a full range of PADI diver training and even PADI instructor training. The dive boats visit wrecks and reefs of Lyme Bay and Torbay as well as shore diving in Torbay. Situated a 2-minute walk from the cottage. Next door is https://www.seaquestmarine.co.uk/ which is a marine chandlery and store stocking all your watersports equipment.
Coasteering at https://rocksolidcoasteering.uk/ is exciting, exhilarating and breathtaking. Your family and friends can enjoy swimming, jumping and caving along the South West Coastline. Situated at Maidencombe Beach where there is also a lovely café for snacks and drinks. Just an 8-minute drive from the cottage.
https://www.mocoast.co.uk/ – coastal lifestyle and wellness for everyone – fancy yoga trail running and paddleboard lessons and hire. Ness Cove in Shaldon – something for all the family.
https://www.teignboathire.co.uk/ Situated on the back beach 5 minutes from the cottage you can hire a boat for up to 6 people and self-drive up the picturesque River Teign or voyage out to sea to fish or cruise – rods and lines provided free of charge. Dogs can go too!
https://www.visitsouthdevon.co.uk/ and discover the Brunel Trail – the train line from Exeter to Newton Abbot runs along the coast and passes through tunnels cut into the distinctive red cliffs and along the sea wall. An atmospheric and exciting train journey.
Teignmouth is a wonderful family-friendly resort with a blue flag and seaside awards for their beach with a Grand Victorian Pier https://www.teignmouthpier.com/ and a free green flag award-winning Children’s play park with wet play features. There is also, tennis courts, skate park, crazy golf http://www.jurassicgolfteignmouth.co.uk/ & an openair lido 25m swimming pool in a beautiful location overlooking the sea. https://www.teignbridgeleisure.co.uk/ Mermaid Cottage is to be a perfect choice for reuniting friends and family on a relaxing or adventurous holiday exploring Devon.
Places to Eat & Drink
https://www.halulubar.com/ Cocktails and food situated on the seafront overlooking the ocean.
https://www.crabshackonthebeach.co.uk/ Fresh Seafood at its finest with the most incredible sunsets on the back beach.
https://thelobsterlounge.co.uk/ Delicious food and cocktails.
https://www.yeoldejollysailor.com/ – traditional waterside pub – the oldest pub in town possibly dating back 1000 years!! Great food and drink.
The Ship Inn, Back Beach, Teignmouth – perfect for a sundowner in the beer garden or on the beach – the food is good too!!
The Blue Anchor, Teign Street, Teignmouth – real ale pub, many brewed locally. Great friendly atmosphere.
The Brass, Teignmouth fun pub with karaoke, quiz nights, drag bingo, retro nights etc
The Blue Hut ,back beach, Teignmouth – Outdoor beach food & drinks with fantastic river Teign views – try the cajun chicken wrap !
LJs Beach Shack, Lifeboat Lane, Teignmouth – Dirty Burger & fries with outdoor seating and views of the River Teign.
Local Events to look out for:
Teignmouth Air Show - July
Teignmouth Carnival Week - July
Teignmouth Regatta - August
Shaldon Water Carnival - August
Shaldon Regatta - August
Teignmouth Pride - Sept
Shaldon Bonfire Night – Oct/Nv
Teignmouth RNLI Boxing Day Sea Swim
Shaldon Boxing Day Three Legged Race
