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Dawlish Warren is the ultimate family seaside resort - built on a spit of sand with the Exe estuary on one side and the sea on the other with golden sands and clean bathing waters. It has all the attractions of a traditional holiday getaway but in an outstanding natural environment. Dawlish Warren has it's own train station meaning it's easily assessed from elsewhere in the country via Exeter, and it's makes a great base for further South Devon exploration.
Essentially a sandy spit, the natural processes of the sea working against the coast formed Dawlish Warren. In recent history Dawlish Warren was developed as the railway brought in more visitors keen to enjoy the beaches along the South Devon coast, and today manages to be both an outstanding nature...Read More
Dawlish Warren is the ultimate family seaside resort - built on a spit of sand with the Exe estuary on one side and the sea on the other with golden sands and clean bathing waters. It has all the attractions of a traditional holiday getaway but in an outstanding natural environment. Dawlish Warren has it's own train station meaning it's easily assessed from elsewhere in the country via Exeter, and it's makes a great base for further South Devon exploration.
Essentially a sandy spit, the natural processes of the sea working against the coast formed Dawlish Warren. In recent history Dawlish Warren was developed as the railway brought in more visitors keen to enjoy the beaches along the South Devon coast, and today manages to be both an outstanding nature reserve and family orientated seaside resort. There are now a number of holiday parks in the surrounding area, which provide a perfect alternative to hotels or B&Bs for families who want lots of things to keep them occupied.
Dawlish Warren Beach is a Blue Flag beach meaning its meets the highest water quality standards – so you can be sure if you’re swimming or taking part in a range of watersports, the whole family is safe. The long sandy beach and sand dunes make it a great family beach; during the summer lifeguards are also on duty and you can also hire beach huts, parasols and deck chairs. If you want to try out some watersports try Exe Adventures who run local activities and events, as well as hiring kayaks and stand up paddle boards.
Just off the beach you will find a host of family amusements, attractions, activities, restaurants, pubs and more – from go karts, adventure golf, children’s play area and more, so Dawlish Warren is the perfect family holiday resort.
Dawlish Warren Nature Reserve is over 500 acres of protected grassland, sand dunes, mudflats and centres home to over 600 different species of plants and over 23,000 wildfowl and wading birds –so if you like bird watching, it's the best place to be. The onsite Visitor Centre has guided walks and events for all ages throughout the year.
Full of family friendly accommodation, Dawlish Warren has a wealth of Holiday Parks, hotels, self catering cottages and B&B’s to chose from. Find accomodation in Dawlish Warren here.
Eating out at Dawlish Warren is a reliable and traditional experience, with restaurants serving a good range of home-cooked dishes made with local ingredients and served up with a typically warm Devonian welcome. And don’t worry about taking the kids to a restaurant – they’ll be made to feel as welcome as the adults with special kid’s menus available at most establishments.
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Located next to the indoor pool, Amelia’s Pantry serves delicious breakfasts, tasty lunches and scrumptious dinners as well as snacks and drinks all year round.
A perfect place to unwind with the family following a swim in the pool, the country…
Dawlish
66 bedroom hotel set in 19 acres woodland overlooking sea. Ample free parking. Catering for up to 400 Guests.
Nr Dawlish
Ashburn Springs Gym and Pool is the fantastic pool, fitness centre and gym complex at Cofton Holidays, near Dawlish, just outside of Starcross on the Exeter Road.
Ashburn Springs offers two fabulous pools; a heated indoor pool with hydrotherapy…
Dawlish
Family holiday park with four fun, feature-packed, indoor leisure pools, bar and show lounge, children's club, amusement arcade, shops. Chalets also available.
If you’re looking for a delicious Sunday Carvery, then look no further than Warren Retreat, at Cofton Holidays.
When it comes to quality there's no compromise, and being located in the heart of the lush Devonshire fields and farms means we're…
Dawlish
Welcome to Lady’s Mile Holiday Park in Devon, the award winning, family run park dedicated to giving everyone a holiday to remember.
Lady’s Mile is an award-winning holiday park located in one of the most beautiful parts of Devon and less than…
Starcross
Self CateringThe Eastdon Estate covers fifty acres of landscaped gardens and mature woodland overlooking the spectacular Exe Estuary.
Dawlish Warren
The Paint Hub is a pottery painting cafe where you can customise your own piece of useable pottery. Inside you’ll find a colourful cafe with fresh coffees and cake plus plenty of ceramic items to adorn with the paints, stamps and stencils on offer.…
Dawlish
HotelFamily-owned and run hotel set in 19-acres of wooded grounds with spectacular sea views. Extensive leisure and conference facilities include 2 swimming pools, Tennis and childrens Play areas. 2 Bars a ballroom and licensed restaurant.
Dawlish
Holiday, Touring & Camping ParkCofton is set in a peaceful valley offering eighty acres of Devon countryside to explore. Fantastic four star facilities on a family-run holiday park. You’ll struggle to find a more beautiful setting for your holiday.
Dawlish Warren
Oakcliff is a beautiful holiday park in South Devon and the perfect place to relax and unwind. Oakcliff has a newly refurbished heated outdoor pool, play area, and a wide range of first-class accommodation, and excellent value for money.
Exeter
A visit to Powderham Castle is an enchanting day out for all its visitors. Fascinating guided tours of this magnificent 600year old Castle.
Dawlish
Hazelwood is a gold award winning, independently run holiday park with self catering Lodges with hot tubs and chalet apartments to suit every budget. We’re just a short walk to one of Devon’s best beaches. There’s free entertainment and great…
Dawlish
Dawlish Warren Beach is one of South Devon's top family beaches. A long sandy beach, distinctive sand dunes, an internationally recognised nature reserve and clean safe bathing waters.
Dawlish Warren
The Paint Hub is a pottery painting cafe where you can customise your own piece of useable pottery. Inside you’ll find a colourful cafe with fresh coffees and cake plus plenty of ceramic items to adorn with the paints, stamps and stencils on offer.…
Dawlish
Guest HouseLyme Bay House Hotel in Dawlish is in a stunning location overlooking Lyme Bay with a view across the Exe Estuary to Exmouth, Sidmouth, Beer and the wider Lyme Bay.
Dawlish
Dawlish Warren is a fascinating place. This sand spit at the mouth of the Exe Estuary is not only of geological interest but is also a nationally important habitat for a wide variety of plants and animals.
Dawlish
In the centre of Dawlish is The Lawn; a focal point of the town and seafront The Lawn is dominated by open, well maintained grass and a gentle stream know as The Brook or Dawlish Waters. At the far end of The Lawn you’ll find a bowling green and…
Dawlish
Dawlish Leisure Centre hosts a number of activities and facilities including:
• 6 court sports hall • 5 lane, 25m pool • Gym • Weights room • Training room • Artificial pitch / Tennis courts
Dawlish Warren
Dawlish Warren's most valuable ecological asset appears outside of the summer months - the descent of thousands of wildfowl and wading birds who use the mudflats to feed.
Holcombe, Teignmouth
A small cove situated at the base of the cliffs between Teignmouth and Dawlish. A small isolated beach used primarily by local residents.
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