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Page 1: Hillhead Club Site...Kents Cavern An award-winning, prehistoric cave in the UNESCO English Riviera Global Geopark, with world class ancient history from the ice age. Woodlands Theme

Hillhead Club SiteExplore Devon

Places to see and things to do in the local area

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Torquay

Paignton

Dartmouth

Buckfastleigh

BickhamBridge

Tigley

Avonwick

Shipley Bridge

Stoke Gabriel

Totnes

Marldon

Ivybridge Brixham

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Visit AdventureGreenwayPrivate home of Agatha Christie, and stunning woodland gardens.

River Dart boat tripsEnjoy cruises between Totnes and Dartmouth.

Coleton Fishacre House and GardensA 1920s country retreat set in 24 acres of gardens by the sea.

South Devon RailwayAn historic steam train ride though beautiful Devon scenery.

Kents CavernAn award-winning, prehistoric cave in the UNESCO English Riviera Global Geopark, with world class ancient history from the ice age.

Woodlands Theme ParkThe largest theme park in Devon with indoor and outdoor attractions and rides.

Paignton ZooOne of England’s largest zoos set in beautiful botanical gardens.

Cayman Golf The UK’s only short golf course, ideal for all the family.

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Paignton Zoo

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Make the most of your time

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Close to Brixham

Newton Abbot to BrixhamThis route starts near Newton Abbot train station and heads south east along future NCN route 28 towards Torquay, then along the coastal path to Paignton and then onto Brixham breakwater.

BrixhamThis colourful and vibrant harbour town offers the perfect blend of maritime history and natural beauty.

DartmouthThere is no better place to immerse in Devon’s local produce, from seafood to icecream and fudge.

PaigntonHome to a long stretch of beautiful beach, a promenade and traditional pier, this town is a jewel of the English Riviera.

Brixham

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WalkLocal walksFrom the site entrance a 2 mile walk will bring you to Mansands Beach, where you can join the coastal path.

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St Mary’s Bay

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The local beaches and coastline are beautiful, particularly Elberry Cove where you can walk your dog all year round.

Walk into Dartmouth and you have the option to walk back the same way or return on the lower ferry.

Crab fishing in Brixham harbour is a must, it’s great fun with children.

The walk to Berry Head and Brixham via the bridleway next door and the coast path is stunning.

The pasty shop at Brixham harbour is awesome.

Visitor’s top tips

We went to the Brixham Steam Fair and had a wonderful day. There was entertainment for all ages, including for under 10 year olds.

Brixham’s pirate festival is on in early May and is great fun.

We really enjoyed the model village in Torquay which is a must for all visitors. Brixham is a very nice village to visit as well as Dartmouth.

The National Trust’s Castle Drogo is brilliant.

Visit the WW1 Museum in Brixham - it’s fascinating.

ShopLidl is 3.8 miles away, Sainsburys is 4.1 miles from site or there is an on site shop selling essentials.CinemaApollo in Paignton, 6 miles.

Petrol StationThere is a Texaco 2.2 miles away or a BP 3.8 miles from site.CashpointKingswear village shop, 2.2 miles away.

Tourist InformationIn Brixham.Public transportThere is a bus service outside the main gate, to Kingswear, Brixham and Paignton.

Close by

Elberry Cove