Devon boat trips - destinations

A boat trip on its own isn’t much good if you don’t have amazing coastal destinations to visit! Fortunately we are blessed with some stunning and historic locations along the South coast of Great Britain. “Lunasea” is based in Torquay marina, the heart of the English Riviera in Devon. A popular seaside resort since the Victorian era, it has remained one of the most popular holiday destinations with families ever since.

The English Riviera is also a UNESCO Global Geopark. One of only two “urban” Geoparks in the United Kingdom, Torbay was granted this status because of its natural environment and stunning geology. 

So why not join us for an amazing boat trip in one of the best locations in the United Kingdom?

Brixham

 
A hilly coastal town steeped in history.  Built around a picturesque natural harbour that provides anchorage for one of Englands largest remaining fishing fleets.  Breakwater beach boasts the clearest water in the bay.  Brixham hosts the annual Brixham Pirate festival early May Bank Holiday – a perfect boat trip if you can avoid the pirates! 
"Golden Hind" anchored in Brixham inner harbour
Brixham harbour
Teignmouth back beach views towards the charter yacht LunaSea

Teignmouth

 
A wonderful traditional seaside town and fishing port.  The back beach, faces on to the River Teign whilst the long south beach has a loverly promenade and pier. It’s a favourite holiday destination.  Moored off the back beach puts you right in the centre of the town with plenty of safe space for water sport activities.

Dartmouth

 
Well known for the Britannia Royal Naval College where the late Queen met Prince Philip.  The town centre oozes history with a good mix of boutique and independent shops.  Anchored in the mid stream moorings you have the superb view of Dartmouth to one side and Kingsweir, with its steam train, to the other.  Alternatively, take a trip down the river to visit Greenway, the home of world famous author, Agatha Christie.  A magical place.  
Yacht charter to Dartmouth
Dartmouth - platform 1
Yacht charter to Cary Arms in Torquay
Oddicombe beach - Cary Arms

Oddicombe beach

50°28’50.1″N 3°30’34.6″W

Oddicombe beach is a popular beach just below Babbacombe downs and overlooked by Cary Arms hotel and spa.  Famous for the Babbacombe cliff railway.  A perfect anchorage to enjoy water sports and enjoy the vista.

Broadsands beach

50°24’26.8″N 3°33’11.6″W

Broadsands beach is popular for swimming and sunbathing.  Perfect for watersports and relaxing taking in the view of the passing Dartmouth Steam Railway.

Elberry Cove bath house remains
Elberry Cove - disused bath house

Elberry Cove

 
A wonderfully quiet shingle beach surrounded by woodland.  The perfect anchorage to relax and be away from it all.  At one end of the cove stands the ruins of Elberry bathhouse built for Lord Churston in the 18th century when seawater bathing was as fashionable as it is today.  The cove was also featured in one of Agatha Christies novels “The ABC Murders”.

Fishcombe Cove

50°24’09.7″N 3°31’19.8″W

A beautiful cove surrounded by woodland on the outskirts of Brixham.  This cove is important for its seagrass beds providing a breeding ground for native seahorses.  A wonderfully peaceful place.