Salcombe Town Guide - pg 1

Salcombe Harbour provides a natural haven for nature and humans alike. Birds flock here in thousands and the estuary supports a wealth of plant and fish life, some of which is extremely rare. The region's warm (almost Mediterranean) climate enables many species of plant to flourish here, even if they are found nowhere else in the United Kingdom. Dolphins and basking sharks are just some of the frequent visitors to the estuary waters, which also form one of the UK's most popular ports for yachtsmen.

The town itself is highly popular with all, boasting many high-quality shops, restaurants and cafes as well as quick access to beautiful beaches through the ferry links to East Portlemouth and South Sands.

The town's main street (Fore Street) runs parallel to the waters edge, frequently sending alleyways out up the steep hillside to the rest of Salcombe, or to small quays dotted along the estuary foreshore. The street is narrow, the buildings seeming almost to fight for space! Many quality shops, cafes and restaurants can be found selling high quality, if expensive goods. Don't forget to check out the alleyways, featuring small jewellery stores and galleries.

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