Smugglers Cove Shaldon

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Stunning seaside pub & restaurant with hotel rooms in Shaldon, near Teignmouth - with incredible views it's the perfect place to eat, drink & stay in Devon.

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4.5/5 · 238 reviews
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Oct 2, 2024
It's amusing people are even mentioning the steps in the tunnel. Imagine if there wasn't a tunnel, you'd have to climb over the cliff. Suddenly the steps aren't really a big deal are they. Full review by TheMightyImp2
Sep 29, 2024
We parked in the Ness car park near the entrance to the tunnel. The tunnel was a lot longer than I imagined. It was lit adequately thankfully. There were steps to negotiate and some parts were uneven… Full review by kable pack k
Jul 7, 2024
The access to the cove is through a tunnel. I was a bit apprehensive togo there but it was well lit and easy enough although we were a bit out of breath climbing up about 86 steps Once you come out … Full review by banok2014

Questions & answers

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Is there parking nearby? If so, how much is it and how long can you stay?
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Turn off main road in Shaldon for car park .Long term by cove entrance .Ferry or walk to Teignmouth
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Answer by john p · Aug 24, 2019
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How far is it to walk from sheldon ferry to Ness Cove?
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Less than five mins, along the river side :)
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Answer by Philip A · May 4, 2018
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Are there many steps, styles or narrow paths on route to this beach?
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Yes there are quite a lot of steps it's wide enough for an adult and child to walk next to each other. The lighting is dim and it can be damp underfoot once you come out of the tunnel …
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Yes there are quite a lot of steps it's wide enough for an adult and child to walk next to each other. The lighting is dim and it can be damp underfoot once you come out of the tunnel there are more steps down to the beach. I first visited when my son was 3 he managed it without to much problem, I've also been with my 80year old grandfather who uses a stick he took it slowly but also did well. Hope that helps.
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