8 Budget-friendly Things to do in Kingsbridge That You Shouldn't Miss

November 27, 2021 Nicolette Lion

Kingsbridge is a market town and tourist hub in the South Hams district of Devon, England, with a population of 6,116 at the 2011 census. Two electoral wards bear the name of Kingsbridge (East & North). Their combined population at the above census was 4,381. It is situated at the northern end of the Kingsbridge Estuary, a ria that extends to the sea six miles south of the town. It is the third largest settlement in the South Hams, following Ivybridge, the largest, and Totnes.
Restaurants in Kingsbridge

1. Waterborn

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Waterborn

Waterborn is one of the largest Stand Up Paddle Boarding schools in the UK based in Kingsbridge, South Devon in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). It’s a BSUPA dedicated school that’s recognised for its reputation and high quality equipment and tuition. Waterborn offers lessons and tours from fully qualified instructors, hire, SUP Yoga and a SUP club.

2. Slapton Sands

Slapton, Kingsbridge TQ72TQ England
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4.5 based on 465 reviews

Slapton Sands

Naturist beach which is located on Slapton Sands, near Strete, south of Dartmouth. In 1944, it was the site of the World War II military exercise, Exercise Tiger.

Reviewed By BryanG256 - King's Lynn, United Kingdom

This has been on the Bucket List since I first read about it a few years back. As you travel towards the village you see the inland nature reserve & then a car park with the Sherman Tank that was extracted from the sea by Ken and placed here as a memorial to all the lives lost on that fateful day in Apr 1944 that should have been a practice for D-Day. Very moving indeed because as you venture across the road you see the wide open sandy beach which was so peaceful on our visit & it’s hard to imagine why lives were lost . I understand there is a 2nd tank on the other end of the beach.

3. Kingsbridge Quay

Kingsbridge England
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Kingsbridge Quay

Reviewed By idcus

Great place to visit, for a walk along the quay of visiting the shops in the town up the hill to the church. Will visit again

4. Start Point Lighthouse

Start Point, Kingsbridge TQ7 2ET England +44 1803 770606 http://www.trinityhouse.co.uk/lighthouses/lighthouse_list/start_point.html
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4.5 based on 300 reviews

Start Point Lighthouse

The striking Start Point Lighthouse is situated on one of the most exposed peninsulas on the English Coast, running sharply almost a mile into the sea on the south side of Start Bay between Kingsbridge and Dartmouth.

Reviewed By Snoopy17

Stunning view from the car park, lovely walk along a properly surfaced road to the lighthouse then, as you round the headland, the great reveal. The lighthouse comes into view, right in front of you. very interesting tour guide, Hugh, lots of stories of the human endeavour of being a lighthouse keeper in the early days. Solitude, subsistence and tenacity. Finally, the reason for visiting, the light. Brilliant!!

5. The Dolphin Inn Pub and B&B

Kingston Village, Kingsbridge TQ7 4QE England +44 1548 810314 [email protected] http://www.dolphininnkingston.co.uk
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The Dolphin Inn Pub and B&B

The Dolphin Inn is a beautiful 16th century olde worlde country pub. It is nestled twixt Dartmoor and the coast in the heart of the South Hams near Bigbury on Sea. Featured in the AA Good Pub Guide 2008. The Dolphin Inn serves a selection of home cooked meals using local produce and offers bed and breakfast accommodation in a traditional building opposite the pub. Take a table by the inglenook fireplaces and sample some warm hospitality and a glass of wine or some Real Ale or sit out in the garden before exploring the stunning South Devon Coastline. For instance, there is a circular two and half hour walk from the pub encompassing woodland, the estuary, the coast path and farmland. We are located in the village of Kingston with its thatched cottages, just one mile from the lovely Erme Estuary and Wonwell beach. For the adventurous, the Dolphin Inn is close to tourist beaches with surfing and windsurfing facilities.

6. Slapton Ley Nature Reserve

Slapton, Kingsbridge England
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Slapton Ley Nature Reserve

Reviewed By andyhutchison - Kingsbridge, United Kingdom

Lovely place to walk, nice walk back from Torcross, largest natural fresh water lake in south Devon. Good little cafe at the end and also clean toilets in the car park

7. Exercise Tiger Memorial

Slapton, Kingsbridge England http://www.exercisetigermemorial.co.uk/
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Exercise Tiger Memorial

Reviewed By CornishCritter - Cornwall, United Kingdom

The Sherman which was recovered from the sea nearby has been restored and preserved to provide a reminder of Exercise Tiger and to ensure that we remember those brave men of all sides who fought and died for their flag and cause.

8. The Fishermans Rest

The FISHERMANS Rest Fore Street, Kingsbridge TQ7 4JL England +44 1548 550284 http://www.thefishermansrest.co.uk/
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The Fishermans Rest

Reviewed By 25Mike1941 - Kingsbridge, United Kingdom

This is an exallent place for a pub lunch. A good menu and spe vials board. The hosts and staff are very helpful and friendly. The prices are very reasonable and the lunch was most enjoyable

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