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Saltern Cove
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About
Saltern Cove is located on the English channel (part of North Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 17th place out of 19 beaches in the Torbay region The beach is located in an urban area, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a spacious several bays coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand & rocks cover, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.
Saltern Cove coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sup-surfing.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road.
10 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Preston Sands, which has a rating of 7.7.
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+12
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+9
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6.9
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+11
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Beach overall scores
Saltern Cove is located in Torbay within Churston, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
User reviews
"This cove is a true gem, with crystal clear waters that make it a prime spot for both crabbing and snorkeling. It's a pristine and unspoiled area that hasn't been overrun by tourists, which adds to its charm. To reach the beach, there are stairs that lead down to it, making it a bit of a hidden paradise."
Kaelan Ridge
"This beach is a stunning find and is accessible to the public without any cost."
Ava Wyatt
User reviews
"This cove is a true gem, with crystal clear waters that make it a prime spot for both crabbing and snorkeling. It's a pristine and unspoiled area that hasn't been overrun by tourists, which adds to its charm. To reach the beach, there are stairs that lead down to it, making it a bit of a hidden paradise."
Kaelan Ridge
"This beach is a stunning find and is accessible to the public without any cost."
Ava Wyatt
Stays nearby
A good place to stay! Lots of accommodation options nearby.
12 accomodations nearby
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690m
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Holiday Park/Caravan Park
Located at nearest locality
Churston
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2.8km from center
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700m
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Located at nearest locality
Churston
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2.9km from center
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940m
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Holiday Park/Caravan Park
Located at nearest locality
Churston
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3.1km from center
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Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 7 (Good)
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Maidencombe 1.2 km
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Maidencombe 0.2 km
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Slapton 1.2 km
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Exmouth 0.5 km
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Bantham 0.7 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access
Mothecombe 0.3 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Light fine pebble
Blackpool 0.1 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Light fine pebble, Turquoise pure water
Strete Gate 0.3 km
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East Portlemouth 1.1 km
What to do in Saltern Cove? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
If you like outdoor activities, the Saltern Cove can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Waterside Grill• 6 min walk
- Beaver's Bites Cafe• 6 min walk
- Waterside Inn• 7 min walk
- Range Cafe• 9 min walk
Attractions
- Fairy Cove• 22 min walk
- Pirates Bay Adventur...• 27 min walk
- Kirkham House• 2.6km
- Brixham Battery• 3km
Transport
- EXT• 36.8km
- Dartmouth Road• 27 min walk
- Goodrington• 15 min walk
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Saltern Cove?
The beach has a sandy and rocky covering of gold color. It's relatively clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and rocks, so it is highly recommended to wear aqua shoes.
What are the key activities at Saltern Cove?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Saltern Cove, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Saltern Cove is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Sup surfing (Sup touring)
Is the Saltern Cove good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Saltern Cove does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
There are few boats in the bay.
Is the Saltern Cove good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with mixture of sand and stones and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Saltern Cove secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.
The following features add extra points:
- Mountains/hills in the vicinity
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Saltern Cove?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Saltern Cove.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Waterside Grill is the closest place located 500 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Saltern Cove?
There are 1232 places to stay in the Saltern Cove area.
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Saltern Cove from parking?
The Saltern Cove has no parking spot.
Are there any attractions nearby Saltern Cove?
There are 4 attractions near Saltern Cove that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Fairy Cove located in 1.7 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Saltern Cove?
The month with the highest temperature in Saltern Cove is July. Its average value reaches 20°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 17°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 9°C and water 10°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Saltern Cove (Torbay) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Saltern Cove (Torbay) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.
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