Water Sports, Football & Outdoor Education
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Activities across South Devon take advantage of the area's coastline, estuaries and countryside — cycling, hiking, watersports, football, rugby and outdoor education providers are all represented somewhere across the towns Mapzest covers, from coastal path walking around Brixham's Berry Head to watersports out of Salcombe's estuary.
Exactly which activities are strongest where depends on the town's own geography and character — a working harbour town leans towards watersports and coastal walking, while a market town further inland may have more of the classes-and-clubs side of things. Browse everything here, or use a specific town's own Activities page (found via its Places listing) for what's genuinely local to it.
Every listing is added and kept current by the provider or club itself. If you're planning to be active during a visit, it's worth checking a specific listing's own page for up-to-date session times, bookings and seasonal availability, since these can change more often than a static description would suggest.
Sub-categories break this down further by activity type — cycling, hiking, watersports, football, golf, tennis, yoga and more — each linking through to the real providers currently listed under it. Results across Mapzest can also be sorted by distance from you, often the quickest way to find whatever's genuinely closest once you've settled on an activity type.
Dated activity EVENTS — bookable sessions and one-off classes with their own specific date — are listed separately under Events rather than here, so this page focuses on the ongoing providers and venues themselves. If you already know which town you're headed to, its own Places page and Activities category will be a shorter, more focused list than browsing the whole area.
STEAM DISCOVERY CENTRE
13 TORBAY ROAD
A cafe with interactive science discovery centre. A kind of science museum where visitors can engage, explore, push buttons and build.
Whitestrand Pontoon
25 St Dunstans Rd, Salcombe TQ8 8AL, UK
Whitestrand Pontoon is a Water Sport in Salcombe.
Salcombe Bike Hire Co
Next door to, Gould Rd, Salcombe TQ8 8DU, UK
Electric and hybrid bike rental and guided cycling
Salcombe Rugby Football Club
Two Meads, Camperdown Rd, Salcombe TQ8 8AX, UK
Family-oriented community rugby club with venue hire
Torquay Watersports
MDL Marina, Vaughan Road, Torquay, Devon TQ2 5EQ
An RYA-accredited watersports centre at MDL Marina offering sailing, kayaking and powerboating.
John Charles Park
JC Park, North Boundary Road, Brixham, TQ58LH, United Kingdom
Community sports hub and event space - home of Brixham Development Academy and Brixham Town FC
Rock and Moor
We specialise in outdoor adventures: expertly guided rock climbing, caving, hiking, scrambling and mountaineering, rock climbing skills coaching, hill and moorland navigation training and other outdoor skills development. Based in beautiful South Devon, we cover areas such as Dartmoor, Cornwall, Somerset, the Westcountry coast as well as mountainous areas in the UK. We provide personalised activities for individuals, couples, friends, small groups and families. Importantly, we keep our instructor to client ratio small, enabling you to have the most valuable, authentic and enjoyable adventure experience.
North Sands Paddle Boards
West End Garage, Main Rd, Salcombe TQ8 8NA, UK
Eco-conscious inflatable paddle boards and kayaks brand based in Salcombe
Brixham AFC - Wall Park
Brixham AFC, Haycock Lane, Off Wall Park Road, Brixham, Devon, TQ5 9UE
Home of the Fishermen, Formed in 2012, Wallpark Brixham
Reddish Marine Ltd
3A Island St, Salcombe TQ8 8DP, UK
Boat sales, servicing, storage and moorings in Salcombe
Salcombe Sea N Shore
25 St Dunstans Rd, Salcombe TQ8 8AL, UK
RIB rides, charter boats, coasteering and watersports in Salcombe
China blue
Station Road Totnes TQ12 5JR
Bringing endless creativity, seasonal dishes, thoughtful gifts and relaxation together under one roof. Whether you're planning a family day out, catching up with friends, celebrating a special occasion or simply escaping the everyday, China Blue offers a welcoming environment where time can be enjoyed at your own pace. It's somewhere to browse, explore, laugh and make the most of life's little moments. With something different around every corner, many visitors arrive for one reason and leave having enjoyed so much more. That's what makes China Blue a favourite with locals, tourists and families alike.
Island Cruising Club
No. 4, Boat Store, Island St, Salcombe TQ8 8DP, UK
RYA sailing club with boat hire and membership in Salcombe
Salcombe Boatstore
Island St, Salcombe TQ8 8DP, UK
Coastal clothing, sailing gear, wetsuits and accessories retailer
Point Field Smallholding C.I.C
Mill Lane Galmpton TQ5 0ER
Point field Smallholding C.I.C. is a community-focused smallholding offering hands-on animal experiences that promote wellbeing, learning, and connection with nature. Visitors can enjoy activities suc
Coastal kayak Co
Self guided kayak and paddleboard experiences delivered to your beach!
Reach Outdoors
Tanners Road, Goodrington Sands, Paignton, TQ4 6LP
An award-winning outdoor adventure centre at Goodrington Sands offering coasteering, kayaking, climbing and watersports for all abilities.
North Sands Water Sports
West End Garage, Main Rd, Salcombe TQ8 8NA, UK
Paddle board, kayak and surf hire, lessons and shop
Frequently Asked Questions
What activities are available in South Devon?
Cycling, hiking, watersports and more are represented across the towns Mapzest lists — browse the categories above, or check a specific town's own Activities page for what's local.
Do I need to book in advance?
Booking requirements vary by provider — check the specific listing for details.
Which town is best for coastal activities?
Harbour towns like Brixham and Salcombe tend to have more watersports and coastal-path activity, though this varies — check a specific town's own guide for what's genuinely available there.
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