Things to Do in East Portlemouth
10 attractions and days out
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Museums & Galleries
Salcombe Maritime Museum
Explore Salcombe's seafaring heritage at this welcoming harbourside museum, where accessible exhibits tell stories of local maritime history in a dog-friendly setting perfect for all the family.
Sightseeing & Attractions
Overbecks Museum and Garden
Explore this fascinating Edwardian villa showcasing unusual collections, surrounded by subtropical gardens with stunning coastal views over Salcombe estuary. Family facilities include parking, toilets and baby changing, though note steep terrain limits wheelchair access.
Beaches & Coastline
Thurlestone Sands
This scenic coastal spot near Kingsbridge offers families golden sands perfect for picnics, with convenient parking, toilets and an onsite restaurant making it an ideal base for a traditional seaside day out.
Adventure & Activity Centres
Outside
This accessible activity centre near Bantham offers adventure fun for families with onsite parking, toilets and a restaurant, though baby changing facilities aren't available.
Beaches & Coastline
Slapton Sands and Torcross Beach
This accessible Devon shingle beach offers convenient facilities including parking, toilets, and an onsite restaurant, making it perfect for a family day by the sea.
Sightseeing & Attractions
The Burgh Island Sea Tractor
Experience a unique journey to Burgh Island aboard Britain's original sea tractor, which carries passengers across the tidal causeway when the sea comes in. This one-of-a-kind transport offers baby changing facilities.
Sightseeing & Attractions
Bigbury on Sea Mystery Treasure Trail
Explore Bigbury's stunning coastline while solving puzzles and discovering hidden clues on this interactive family trail starting at Marine Drive, perfect for adventurous seaside fun.
Beaches & Coastline
Blackpool Sands
This stunning crescent bay near Dartmouth boasts shimmering turquoise waters and soft golden shores perfect for family beach days, with onsite parking, facilities and picnic-friendly policies.
Theme Parks & Funfairs
Woodlands Family Theme Park
Devon's largest theme park delivers exciting attractions including the Sea Monster zone, plus a zoo to explore. Wheelchair and pushchair accessible with baby facilities and refreshments available throughout.
Beaches & Coastline
Bigbury on Sea Beach
This popular Devon beach offers convenient facilities including parking, toilets and snacks, though access can be challenging for wheelchairs and pushchairs.
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