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River Erme and Estuary, Devon

Located in Devon, South West England, England
The River Erme rises at Erme Head high on the southern plateau of Dartmoor National Park. Erme Head is south of Crane Hill and south east of Higher Hartor Tor. Other major Devon rivers rising in this part of the National Park include the River Plym, the River Yealm and the River Avon
The Erme flows south east and then south through the Erme Plains towards Sharp Tor (South Dartmoor) and the moorland village Harford. From there, it moves through Ivybridge on its way to the Erme Estuary on the South Devon coast
Located within the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), the Erme Estuary is also a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) on The Flete Estate
We'd recommend exploring Wonwell Beach and Meadowsfoot (Mothecombe) Beach at the estuary. These beaches are very popular with walkers and families when the tide's out
The South West Coast Path runs across the estuary. South east of the estuary, along the coast path are Ayrmer Cove, Challaborough Beach, Burgh Island and Bigbury-on-Sea Beach. To the west, if you want a very long walk, visit The Warren (Noss Mayo)
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Wonwell Beach, Devon

Located in Kingston, Devon, South West England, England

Less than a mile away.

Wonwell Beach is a tidal sand beach on the east bank of the River Erme and Estuary. We've positioned it on Google maps so zoom in on the 'satellite' setting to see its exact location. We'd also recommend referring to the...

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Ranked 1990

Meadowsfoot (Mothecombe) Beach, Devon

Located in Holbeton, Devon, South West England, England

Less than a mile away.

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Ayrmer Cove, Devon

Located in Challaborough, Devon, South West England, England

Approximately 2.0 miles away.

A 'delightful, secluded' cove to the west of Challaborough and Bigbury-on-Sea. Shingle beach running into sand when tide's out. Extraordinary rock formations and sheer cliff faces. Footpaths leading inland to Ringmore or...

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Goondiwindi (Cottage)

Approximately 1.2 miles away.

Rates: £395 - £789 Per Week

Set in glorious South Hams countryside an area boasting the UK's mildest climate this spacious and well appointed property lies in a peaceful location just 15 minutes' walk from Mothecombe's superb sandy beac...

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Torr Cottage (Cottage)

Approximately 1.4 miles away.

Total Bedrooms: 3; Maximum Occupants: 6; Rates: £379 - £929 Per Week

A charming character cottage that has been beautifully updated whilst retaining original features. Relax in in the peaceful garden with beautiful country views yet only 5 miles from the beach....

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The Old Chapel (Cottage)

Approximately 1.5 miles away.

Rates: £615 - £1,425 Per Week

In the glorious country setting of the South Hams this imaginatively converted former Methodist chapel lies close to the local beaches of Mothecombe (footpath access) and the award winning beaches at Bigbury-on-Sea and T...

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