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Maidencombe Walk

4.97 miles (8 km)

Ordnance Survey Map Open Streetmap This pretty coastal village sits justs to the north of Torquay in Devon. The area is still largely rural making it a fine place for a walk away from the busier parts of Torbay.
This walk from the village takes you south to visit Watcombe Beach and Oddicombe Beach. On the way there's some wonderful red sandstone cliffs and some classic local views from the high points.
The walk starts from the car park next to the beach where you can pick up the South West Coast Path and follow it south to Shackley Beach, Watcombe Head, St Marychurch and Oddicombe. It's an interesting area with the rare Babbacombe Cliff Railway which will take you down to the secluded beach. There's also the Babbacombe Model village and some fine cliff top views to enjoy here.

Postcode

TQ1 4TS - Please note: Postcode may be approximate for some rural locations

Maidencombe OS Map Ordnance survey map - Mobile GPS OS Map with Location tracking

Maidencombe Open Street Map Open Streetmap - Mobile GPS Map with Location tracking

Walks near Maidencombe

Pubs/Cafes

The Thatched Tavern is a splendid place for some post walk rest and refreshment in the village. The historic inn dates back to the 17th century and is set in a low-ceilinged picture postcard thatched house. Inside there's a cosy interior with a log fire for winter days. Outside there's the tranquil  landscaped gardens to enjoy on warmer days. You can find them on Steep Hill at postcode TQ1 4TS for your sat navs.

Further Information and Other Local Ideas

The John Musgrave Heritage Trail starts in the village. The long distance trail will take you to some of the historical highlights of South Devon.

Photos

Cliffs at Maidencombe - geograph.org.uk - 1108192

Cliffs at Maidencombe. Looking past the beach cafe, closed at this time of the year, lie the red sandstone cliffs to the north side of Maidencombe beach.

The Thatched Tavern, Maidencombe - geograph.org.uk - 2687378

The Thatched Tavern, Maidencombe

The coast path near Maidencombe - geograph.org.uk - 2688569

The coast path near Maidencombe

Watcombe Bottom from Watcombe Plain - geograph.org.uk - 3248262

Watcombe Bottom from Watcombe Plain

Babbacombe Cliff Railway - geograph.org.uk - 193846

Babbacombe Cliff Railway

Oddicombe Beach from Babbacombe Downs - geograph.org.uk - 906540

Oddicombe Beach from Babbacombe Downs. Hard to resist taking a picture of this celebrated view on a glorious summer's day. Beyond the beach is Petitor Point in SX9266, followed by the cliffs and inlets heading north to Teignmouth at the extreme right.

The football stadium at Babbacombe model village. - geograph.org.uk - 292473

The football stadium at Babbacombe model village.

Outbuildings at the Courthouse, Maidencombe - geograph.org.uk - 294655

Outbuildings at the Courthouse, Maidencombe

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