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  • lorr09
    Plymouth, UK28 contributions
    Well kept, beautifully tranquil
    These gardens are so well kept and looked after, with signs and information of plants - rare and unusual - signs for the best way to walk around the gardens ensuring you don't miss a thing. The location is stunning, over looking the estuary at Salcome, directly across you can see Gara Rock hotel nestled in the cliff top.
    I was lucky enough to visit in early summer and autumn and both experience were delightful. Thank you Overbecks staff.
    Review of: Overbecks Garden
    Written 20 October 2022
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  • Horleylad
    Horley, UK625 contributions
    Well maintained
    We completed the 6.6 mile circular walk, and gained much in the experience. It's a mixture to road, track and trail, with natural and manmade steps, and quite challenging in places, especially if there was a wind blowing. In the summer it's doable in trainers, but I really would recommend walking boots for added security.
    Review of: Salcombe to Bolt Head Walk
    Written 30 June 2022
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  • 86hvc
    Saltash, UK12 contributions
    Beautiful scenery
    We stayed in a house on Bolberry Down . It was a great place to walk explore and rest , so much todo nearby too . Would recommend a stay or visit .
    Review of: Bolberry Down
    Written 25 March 2023
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  • Steph Crystal
    4 contributions
    Relaxed
    Loved it here, tried fishing but no go, complete blank, But as a nice place to be at100% cosy beach and very relaxing not very busy In Sept very clean
    Review of: Hope Cove Beach
    Written 8 October 2022
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  • Flossie712015
    London, UK103 contributions
    Lovely Walk
    Lovely walk dramatic in places, just beautiful in others. Quite hard in places if taking the coastal path. Easy to find and well trodden path.
    Review of: Salcombe to Gara Rock Walk
    Written 29 September 2022
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  • Geoff165
    Oxford, UK18 contributions
    Sadly no longer exists
    This was a really fantastic place but the entire has been knocked down and is being redeveloped for flats. A real shame for Paper Bird Island.
    Review of: Paper Bird Island
    Written 4 April 2022
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  • teamirons
    London, UK49 contributions
    Longer than you expect but invigorating and very rewarding.
    Along with the Bolt Head walk this is a must if you are visiting Salcombe. The long way round follows the cliffs and does have significant ascents and descents. Dont believe the signpost at Mill Bay it is not 1.25 miles if you follow the coastal path more like 2.25. But once you reach Gara Rock and have taken sustinence from the pasty van there is a shorter route back. Strong recommend.
    Review of: East Portlemouth & Gara Rock Trail
    Written 7 September 2021
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  • Trudy S
    London15 contributions
    Don’t miss this lovely little Museum!
    What a wonderful experience. A charming museum, very well curated with excellent information on all items. The stories come together in their historical context.
    Review of: SALCOMBE MARITIME MUSEUM
    Written 15 September 2022
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  • AlmondCanary
    Norwich, UK17 contributions
    Sensational Salcombe!
    Offering fabulous views up and down the estuary, Salcombe really is the very best of Devon. So much to see and do while in a relaxed and laid back setting. For boating, walking, shopping and eating there is little to compare with sensational Salcombe.
    Review of: Salcombe Harbour
    Written 13 October 2022
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  • luKen
    kendal8 contributions
    Amazing warm Pool
    Amazing swim at the outdoor pool. Only ones in the pool and really warm. Perfect with 18 month old. Will definitely come again when in the area.
    Review of: Salcombe Swimming Pool
    Written 25 June 2022
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  • Dscott
    11 contributions
    Lovely quiet beach with great little café but little else.
    Quiet little beach within an each walk from Salcombe. Great for a swim. Just passed through on the way to South Sands beach.
    Review of: Salcombe North Sands
    Written 18 September 2022
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  • Lucy S
    2 contributions
    Art to make you feel good
    Love this place....
    Warm and friendly and superb choice of art.
    Wha'ts not to love about Gallery 5:)
    Review of: Gallery 5 Salcombe
    Written 1 March 2023
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  • Mark G
    1 contribution
    Wonderful experience!
    A wonderful experience with incredible personal touches. A gorgeous picture with bespoke framing and an amazingly friendly service!
    Review of: Rowbury Gallery Salcombe
    Written 24 February 2023
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  • Juliet M
    4 contributions
    Lovely National Trust walk
    Great walking area and fantastic views. Well worth a visit. Soar Mill Cove is fabulous too. And the hotel there is lovely.
    Review of: South West Coast Path - Bolberry Down
    Written 10 October 2022
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  • Simon B
    Dorchester, UK8 contributions
    Don't plan on driving afterwards!
    Wow! What an experience! Loved the view across the estuary from the bar! Harry was our guide and was very professional, friendly and helpful.
    Mixing our brew was interesting and watching the still at work and testing our gin as it dripped out was fascinating. Tasting our finished gin with different mixers and garnishes was an experience in itself. Highly recommend this experience.
    Review of: Salcombe Distilling Company
    Written 2 March 2023
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