At The Beach, Torcross

Where to find adventure

Torcross is in an excellent position on Devon’s south coast to enjoy all that’s on offer in the South Hams. Our top picks are:

Beach sauna and water sports

The stunning pebble beach at Blackpool Sands lies just a few minutes’ drive from your At The Beach apartment’s front door. Flanked by steep, verdant cliffs it’s a lovely place for sea swims, sunbathing and water sports with paddleboard and kayak hire available on the beach. Grab a delicious bite to eat from the Lounge Café and Restaurant or unwind in the exclusive seaside sauna which is operated by provided by Sea Kayak Devon and can be booked in advance.

Guided sea kayak trips

Experience the beautiful south Devon coastline like never before with a guided sea kayak trip from Dartmouth. You’ll be led by an experienced team member who will help you explore the area’s spectacular sea cliffs, remote rocky headlands and sheltered coves. Trips are tailored to family groups, adult groups or more experienced kayakers and are offered by Sea Kayak Devon.

Coastal walks

About 15 minutes’ drive from Torcross, the beautiful Start Point headland is a great place for a walking adventure. Visitors can park in the public car park and walk the easy coastal route to Start Point Lighthouse which is open on set days for public tours. The views over the bay from here are utterly stunning so make sure your phone’s charged as you’ll be tempted to snap away. which is open on set days for public tours. Start Point Car Park is open every day of the year with seasonal charges from March until mid October. Start Point Car Park is open every day of the year with seasonal charges from March until mid October.

Estuary adventures

Combining stand-up paddleboarding with guided walks, SUPWALK in Kingsbridge (about half an hour from Torcross by car) offers a unique way to explore the scenic beauty of the South Devon coastline and countryside. Perfect for those who love fresh-air-adventure and nature you’ll experience the tranquility of the estuary, as well as the local flora and fauna. SUPWALK is aimed at all ages and abilities so is a lovely outing for families, groups, and solo adventurers.

Island adventures

One of South Devon’s best family beaches, Bigbury can be reached by car in around 45 minutes and is well worth the journey. Here you’ll discover fine sands and clear water with shallows that are ideal for young children to splash about. Conditions are generally really good for novice surfers too so if you’d like to try your hand at the sport, it’s a good place to start. One of the coolest things about Bigbury Beach though is its views of Burgh Island which lies just offshore. It has a fabulous hotel and restaurant which was built in the 1920’s and has welcomed many famous movie stars and writers. The island is tidal and can be reached by a ‘sea tractor’ when the tide is high.