Local Attractions Near Dawlish Warren

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Woodlands Adventure Park With Water Slides

Local Attractions

Dawlish Warren Beach

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Local Attractions

Nestled serenely in our own glorious corner of Devon, we’re perfectly situated to explore all the bountiful delights Devon has to offer! Cofton Holidays is situated in the heart of thriving South Devon. Whilst we’re perfectly nestled in our own glorious corner, we’re within driving distance of numerous local attractions and must sees. Whether you’re visiting us in the school holidays or during the quieter low season months, there is always a plethora of activities for you to see and do. A number of travel experts have visited us recently, why not read about what they got up to? We’re just 12 miles from the historic medieval Cathedral City of Exeter, which takes 20 minutes by car or just under an hour on the traffic-free cycle paths up the picturesque Exe Estuary.

Woodlands
Creally
Segways on Haldon
Paignton Zoo
Go Ape at Haldon
Powderham Castle
Pennywell Farm
Kent's Cavern
Babbacombe Model Village
Creally
Diggerland

Dawlish Warren Golf Course

Devon Links Golf Club is a picturesque and challenging 18-hole golf course located in South Devon. The course is set against the stunning backdrop of the Devon coastline, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside and the English Channel.

Entry Charge: Yes

Parking Charge: N/A

Dartmoor Zoological Park

Home to a diverse collection of animals, from big cats like African lions and Amur tigers to smaller creatures such as meerkats and lemurs, Dartmoor zoo offers a variety of talks, feeding sessions, and interactive experiences

Entry Charge: Yes

Parking Charge: Yes

Splashdown Quaywest

Make a splash at the UK’s largest outdoor waterpark with rides, slides and flumes galore… it’s gonna be wild time for all the family.

Entry Charge: Yes

Parking Charge: Yes

Dartmouth Steam Railway & Riverboat Company

Based on the glorious South Devon coastline in South West England, enjoy your days out in Devon on our steam trains, boat trips and paddle steamer – the only attraction in Devon that lets you enjoy the delights of Torquay, Paignton, Brixham, Dartmouth and the River Dart, Kingswear and Totnes on your day out!

Entry Charge: Yes

Parking Charge: Yes

Diggerland

Diggerland is The Ultimate Adventure Theme Park Experience where children and adults alike can ride, drive and operate REAL diggers, dumpers and other full- size construction machinery.

Entry Charge: N/A

Parking Charge: N/A

Seaton Tramway

What better way to explore the utterly beautiful East Devon countryside than by this relaxing relic of a bygone era. Seaton is the gateway to the Jurassic Coast – perhaps you’ll find a fossil!

Entry Charge: Yes

Parking Charge: Yes

World of Country Life

The World of Country Life has an eclectic mix of museums, animals, play areas and entertainment, both outdoors and under cover, making it an excellent day out for the whole family, whatever the age, whatever the weather!

Entry Charge: Yes

Parking Charge: Yes

Babbacombe Cliff Railway

Surrounded by some of the most breathtaking scenery to be found in the UK, the Babbacombe Cliff Railway offers the perfect way to reach the sandy shores of the beach below and take in the amazing views as they travel to and from the water’s edge.

Entry Charge: Yes

Parking Charge: Yes

Pirates Cove Adventure Golf

Who doesn’t love a game of adventure golf when on holiday?! Who will win the family duel… let battle commence!

Entry Charge: Yes

Parking Charge: Yes

Exe Adventures

We’re fortunate to be surrounded by the awesome Exe Estuary and epic coastline. Get your sea legs on and book a water-based activity with Exe Adventures, a leading local activity speciality.

Entry Charge: N/A

Parking Charge: N/A

The Donkey Sanctuary

Set along the historic Jurassic Coast and nestled in the tranquil East Devon countryside in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, our working farm is home to donkeys, mules and hinnies, large and small.

Entry Charge: Yes

Parking Charge: Yes

National Marine Aquarium

Visit the UK’s largest Aquarium and be amazed by their fascinating underwater world and how we all play a part in conserving it.

Entry Charge: Yes

Parking Charge: N/A

Babbacombe Model Village

Feel like a giant at the model village as you explore 4 acres of award-winning gardens showcasing hundreds of model scenes, vehicles & people.

Entry Charge: Yes

Parking Charge: Yes

Kents Cavern

An all-weather attraction, this Unesco Global Geopark is a unique insight into prehistoric caves.

Entry Charge: Yes

Parking Charge: Yes

Pennywell Farm

4 FREE rides, hundreds of friendly animals, play areas and games. Plus a different hands on activity every half an hour.

Entry Charge: Yes

Parking Charge: Yes

Go Ape

At Go Ape Tree Top Adventures you get to tackle high rope obstacles, leap off Tarzan Swings, and glide down zip wires to finish, all whilst enjoying breath-taking scenery at the stunning Haldon Forest Park.

Entry Charge: Yes

Parking Charge: Yes

Paignton Zoo

With over 2,000 animals across 80 acres, Paignton Zoo is one of the UK’s top zoos and best days out.

Entry Charge: Yes

Parking Charge: Yes

Woodlands Family Theme Park

Woodlands Family Theme Park the largest Family Theme Park in Devon, a fun filled family day out for everyone. From little kids to kid-ults there’s something for everyone!

Entry Charge: Yes

Parking Charge: Yes

Crealy Theme Park & Resort

Fabulous countryside, over 60 amazing rides and attractions, and that wonderful warm Devon welcome – it could only be Crealy Great Adventure Park!

Entry Charge: Yes

Parking Charge: Yes