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Kingsbridge is a lively town which has a steep and picturesque high (Fore) street. There are few chain stores, so it retains an old-fashioned character, with proper bakers, greengrocers and butchers, a book shop, a great toy shop (the trading post) many delis, cafes, and charity shops. There are several pubs, restaurants and a top fish and chip shop (the Codfather).

There are lots of things to look at and do: a sports centre (Quayside Leisure) with a great swimming pool, the charming Kings Cinema, children’s playgrounds, a library, and a lovely museum, ‘The Cookworthy’, housed in the old grammar school at the top of town. It even has its own miniature railway (The Kingsbridge & District Light Railway Co) that runs along the quay/estuary, popular with children (and some adults). It’s easy to find out about fetes, regattas, open gardens, tide times, etc . from the excellent information centre, or by getting a copy of the local gazette, (out every Thursday).

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The South Hams, is an area of great natural beauty, rolling hills and fields, ancient woodlands, dotted about with pretty villages and hamlets. An extensive network of footpaths and country lanes allows easy access to the surrounding countryside. The South West Coast Path runs here, through mainly National Trust owned land, mile after mile of excellent walking, with stunning scenery.

There are several glorious beaches within easy reach of Kingsbridge, and for inland explorers, Dartmoor is only a 40 minute drive away. There are so many fun things to try in this part of south Devon, canoeing, horse riding, rock climbing, golf, tennis, fishing, sailing, steam trains, cream teas, farm visits, and of course, crabbing with a bucket and line down at the quay/estuary. If that all sounds rather tiring, dozing and reading in the garden is a good alternative. There are plenty of maps and guide books at Black Barn, whatever your preference.