Ursula’s guidebook
Food scene
The Old Bakery has an interesting menu, influenced by food from the Mediterranean and Middle East and caters for vegetarian and vegans. It has a great atmosphere although not large and it can get busy so it would be worth booking in advance.
33 locals recommend
The Old Bakery
PromenadeThe Old Bakery has an interesting menu, influenced by food from the Mediterranean and Middle East and caters for vegetarian and vegans. It has a great atmosphere although not large and it can get busy so it would be worth booking in advance.
It is worth trying the award winning Twenty Seven as a treat or for a special occasion, the food is absolutely delicious and beautifully presented.
29 locals recommend
Restaurant Twenty Seven by Jamie Rogers
9 Mill StIt is worth trying the award winning Twenty Seven as a treat or for a special occasion, the food is absolutely delicious and beautifully presented.
The Crabshell Inn has a great location being situated on the quayside and their menu includes lots of seafood as well as pizzas and salads.
90 locals recommend
The Crabshell Inn
Embankment RoadThe Crabshell Inn has a great location being situated on the quayside and their menu includes lots of seafood as well as pizzas and salads.
The Cricket Inn is a short drive away from Kingsbridge and beautifully situated next to the beach. The food is always good, with a lot of fish and seafood on the menu.
30 locals recommend
The Cricket Inn
The Cricket Inn is a short drive away from Kingsbridge and beautifully situated next to the beach. The food is always good, with a lot of fish and seafood on the menu.
This restaurant and bar is quite new to Kingsbridge (it's just opposite the petrol station) but is proving to be popular already, the food looks good and they have a wide selection of craft beers. They are also open for brunch.
The Old Warehouse
Prince of Wales RoadThis restaurant and bar is quite new to Kingsbridge (it's just opposite the petrol station) but is proving to be popular already, the food looks good and they have a wide selection of craft beers. They are also open for brunch.
City/town information
Kingsbridge is a lovely market town in the South Hams, it has a good variety of shops and a relaxing atmosphere in which to enjoy a holiday break. There is a Farmers Market every first and third Saturday of the month, located by the quay, which is worth wandering around to select some local produces.
There are also a selection of variety of restaurants and pubs as well as a number of convenient takeaway restaurants. The town also has a couple of delis and there is a good choice of coffee shops in which to relax and make plans for your holiday!
116 locals recommend
Kingsbridge
Kingsbridge is a lovely market town in the South Hams, it has a good variety of shops and a relaxing atmosphere in which to enjoy a holiday break. There is a Farmers Market every first and third Saturday of the month, located by the quay, which is worth wandering around to select some local produces.
There are also a selection of variety of restaurants and pubs as well as a number of convenient takeaway restaurants. The town also has a couple of delis and there is a good choice of coffee shops in which to relax and make plans for your holiday!
Cafe
The cafe at Harbour House serves lovely vegetarian lunches and breakfasts as well as delicious coffee/tea and cake for an afternoon treat! The cafe is located at the back of the Harbour House building, which regularly hosts art exhibitions.
11 locals recommend
Harbour House Cafe
PromenadeThe cafe at Harbour House serves lovely vegetarian lunches and breakfasts as well as delicious coffee/tea and cake for an afternoon treat! The cafe is located at the back of the Harbour House building, which regularly hosts art exhibitions.
Things to Do
Hire an e-bike to explore the area. Choose one of their suggested routes or make up your own adventure. Each bike comes with helmet, lock, pump etc and can be delivered.www.e-xploredevon.co.uk 01548859745
e-XploreDevon
Hire an e-bike to explore the area. Choose one of their suggested routes or make up your own adventure. Each bike comes with helmet, lock, pump etc and can be delivered.www.e-xploredevon.co.uk 01548859745
Salcombe has wonderful sea views and the surrounding area is beautiful with stunning sandy beaches. Salcombe can get very busy during the summer months, but it is still worth a visit.
213 locals recommend
Salcombe
Salcombe has wonderful sea views and the surrounding area is beautiful with stunning sandy beaches. Salcombe can get very busy during the summer months, but it is still worth a visit.
Bantham Beach is a lovely location, great for surfing, walking or sunbathing (if the weather is kind!). There is a large car park, and, during the season, there are usually a couple of vans, selling hot drinks, food etc.
183 locals recommend
Bantham Beach
Bantham Beach is a lovely location, great for surfing, walking or sunbathing (if the weather is kind!). There is a large car park, and, during the season, there are usually a couple of vans, selling hot drinks, food etc.
This stretch of beach is lovely for a walk, often used by fishermen and there is a coffee van at one end (Strete Gate) as well as a pub and a few eating places/cafes at the other end.
77 locals recommend
Slapton Sands
This stretch of beach is lovely for a walk, often used by fishermen and there is a coffee van at one end (Strete Gate) as well as a pub and a few eating places/cafes at the other end.
Neighbourhoods
The views at Dartmouth never fail to impress! Dartmouth is around 1/2 hour in the car from Kingsbridge and if you take the coastal route, past Blackpool Sands, there are many other great views en-route.
Dartmouth has a rich maritime heritage and is situated on the banks of the River Dart. This vibrant harbour town has some interesting shops, cafes and restaurants.
378 locals recommend
Dartmouth
The views at Dartmouth never fail to impress! Dartmouth is around 1/2 hour in the car from Kingsbridge and if you take the coastal route, past Blackpool Sands, there are many other great views en-route.
Dartmouth has a rich maritime heritage and is situated on the banks of the River Dart. This vibrant harbour town has some interesting shops, cafes and restaurants.