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An extended coastal village which takes its name from Thurlestone Rock, a distinctive offshore arched rock formation in the bay.

Information

Sat Nav - TQ7 3AS
Nearest Town - Kingsbridge (4.6 miles/15 minutes via A381)
Chocolate Box Rating - 8/10
Nearest Beach - Bantham Beach
Community Website - www.thurlestoneparish.co.uk

Facilities

Post office stores, church, Thurlestone Golf Club - www.thurlestonegolfclub.co.uk

Food, Drink & Eating Out

The Thurlestone Hotel - www.thurlestone.co.uk
The Village Inn, also owned by the Thurlestone Hotel

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Town: Salcombe

Albany House is an elegant Victorian house, divided into three luxurious apartments overlooking Salcombe town and estuary.

Rose Cottage - Holiday Property in Hallsands

Category: Holiday Cottages & Self Catering

Village: Hallsands

Town: Kingsbridge

Rose Cottage - Holiday Property in Hallsands - This cosy end-terrace cottage can sleep four people in two bedrooms.

The Bosko Bus - Gut Conscious Food Truck

Category: Takeaways

Town: Totnes

Gut conscious food truck based in Totnes and cover weddings and events all over the South Hams. A gut enhancing Take-Away alternative to quick munch on the go. ...

The Pickwick Inn

Category: Pubs, Clubs & Bars

Town: Kingsbridge

Under New Management The Pickwick Inn is a warm welcoming village pub with great food and quality wines. It is a short drive from Bigbury-on-sea and...

Gara Rock Restaurant

Category: Restaurants

Village: East Portlemouth

Town: Salcombe

Perched on a clifftop surrounded by countryside, sea views, maybe a sheep or two and nothing else... your coastal retreat in rural Devon across from Salcombe awaits. ...

The Ring Feeder Farm Shop & Cafe

Category: Cafes & Deli's

Town: Modbury

Farm Shop and Cafe serving homemade food and drink. Locally sourced produce, unique location.

Springfield Grange

Category: Bed & Breakfast, B & B

Town: Kingsbridge

Springfield Grange Bed and Breakfast Accommodation in Kingsbridge - A newly built, modern home tucked away, very close to the town and estuary.

From Tipsy - Cocktail Delivery - Salcombe

Category: Pubs, Clubs & Bars

Town: Salcombe

Handcrafted Bar-Grade Cocktails, Mixed Fresh To Order In Salcombe. Local Same Day and UK Next Day delivery available. Delivered straight to your door / hatch / boat / yacht...

Tonto’s View

Category: Holiday Cottages & Self Catering

Town: Kingsbridge

Tonto’s View, a luxury home from home. A detached one bedroom bungalow in a south facing position with stunning countryside views in the heart of the South Hams. ...

Sunbeam Cottage - Brixton

Category: Holiday Cottages & Self Catering

Village: Brixton

Town: Plymouth (East)

Cheerful one bedroom Cottage in Brixton, South Devon. Pets allowed, Free Wifi, free on-street parking and pets allowed.

Ship Inn Ugborough Restaurant & Bar

Category: Pubs, Clubs & Bars

Village: Ugborough

Town: Ivybridge

Ship Inn Ugborough Restaurant & Bar - Modernised 16th Century restaurant and bar serving sensational food and ale.

Salcombe Suppers

Category: Takeaways

Town: Salcombe

Salcombe Suppers... That's Supper Sorted. Each of our Suppers is handmade on Fish Quay in Salcombe and then frozen, to ensure ultimate freshness. Using the finest...

The Regal - Pub and Club Kingsbridge

Category: Pubs, Clubs & Bars

Town: Kingsbridge

The Regal, an independently run pub in Kingsbridge. We serve locally sourced home cooked food, a well stocked bar serving wine and beer. Entertainment including a full sized snooker...

The Queens Arms - Slapton

Category: Pubs, Clubs & Bars

Village: Slapton

Town: Kingsbridge

The Queens Arms is a friendly and thriving free house situated in the heart of the picturesque South Devon village of Slapton, that can be enjoyed by anyone who...

Bolberry Farm Cottages

Category: Holiday Cottages & Self Catering

Town: Salcombe

Dog and child friendly two and three bedroom self catering holiday cottages nestling in the quiet hamlet of Bolberry with countryside views. A short walk from the old South...

Jasmine Cottage - Holiday Property in Hallsands

Category: Holiday Cottages & Self Catering

Village: Hallsands

Town: Kingsbridge

Jasmine Cottage - Holiday Property in Hallsands - This charming mid-terrace cottage can sleep four people in two bedrooms.

The Cottage Hotel - Hope Cove

Category: Hotels & Guest Houses

Village: Hope Cove

Town: Kingsbridge

The Cottage Hotel prides itself on being a traditional hotel, with old-fashioned service, comfortable lounges and delicious meals. Run by the Ireland family since 1973, personal service is key...

Island Street Deli - Salcombe

Category: Cafes & Deli's

Your local artisan Deli - We carefully hand pick and make the best products around the south west and delicacies from around the world. Our passion is home baking....

The Anchor Inn - Ugborough

Category: Bed & Breakfast, B & B

Village: Ugborough

Town: Ivybridge

Tom & The Team Welcome You To The Anchor Inn, a traditional yet contemporary, village inn with ten bedrooms available on a Bed and Breakfast basis, located in the...

Rosanne B&B

Category: Bed & Breakfast, B & B

Town: Kingsbridge

Rosanne is a small family run Bed & Breakfast in Kingsbridge. We are ideally situated very close to the town and just a 10 minute walk down to the...

Bolberry House Farm - Caravan and Camping Park

Category: Campsites & Caravan Parks

Town: Salcombe

Nestled in the gently rolling hills of South Devon, between the old fishing village of Hope Cove and the boating paradise of Salcombe, Bolberry House Farm is the perfect...

Pigs Nose Inn

Category: Pubs, Clubs & Bars

Village: East Prawle

Town: Kingsbridge

The Pigs Nose Inn is a traditional english pub with lots of unique character and also the addition of being Devon's most southerly independent live music venue. Located in...

The Old Inn - Malborough

Category: Pubs, Clubs & Bars

Village: Malborough

Town: Kingsbridge

A cosy Village Pub in the picturesque village of Malborough, near Salcombe and Hope Cove in the beautiful South Hams. Serving traditional Home Cooked Food and offering Bed and...

Coast Holiday Homes

Category: Holiday Cottages & Self Catering

Town: Buckfastleigh

Coast Holiday Homes is a holiday letting agency based in scenic South Devon, run by an experienced husband and wife team. We offer a fantastic range...

The Start Bay Inn - Pub - Torcross

Category: Pubs, Clubs & Bars

Village: Torcross

Town: Kingsbridge

The Start Bay Inn is a thatched-roof, 14th-century inn on the seafront at Torcross

The Braai Guy - South African Inspired Food Truck

Category: Takeaways

Town: Kingsbridge

A South African inspired food truck serving local and seasonal produce cooked over the fire in the South Hams.

Pennymoor Caravan & Camping Park

Category: Campsites & Caravan Parks

Town: Modbury

Welcome to the leisurely, relaxed atmosphere of Pennymoor. Reviewers rate us 5 stars for our delightful and spacious 15 acre rural camping and caravan site which enjoys spectacular panoramic...

Room 101 - Pizza - Totnes

Category: Takeaways

Town: Totnes

Room 101 is a pizza restaurant / take-away on Totnes High Street. We serve only the freshest sourdough pizzas that are all baked to order. Delivery and Gluten Free...

Duke Street

Category: Cafes & Deli's

Town: Kingsbridge

We are a newly refurbished Deli & Café, selling a great range of deli products and breakfasts/lunches. Dog friendly, free wifi, gluten free options, vegetarian options, vegan options and...

Woodmeads Bed & Breakfast

Category: Bed & Breakfast, B & B

Town: Modbury

We are a bed and breakfast set in the South Hams town of Modbury.

The Cricket Inn - Beesands

Category: Pubs, Clubs & Bars

Village: Beesands

Town: Kingsbridge

The Cricket Inn at Beesands is conveniently located between Kingsbridge and Dartmouth and is set along the South West Coast Path making it a haven for enthusiastic walkers seeking...

Stoke Lodge Hotel and Garden Restaurant

Category: Hotels & Guest Houses

Town: Dartmouth

Stoke Lodge is a family run Hotel idyllically situated on the South West Coast Path, in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) and just two miles from historic...

Oceans Restaurant

Category: Restaurants

Town: Salcombe

Locally sourced food served in a contemporary restaurant overlooking the ocean. Great views, fabulous food and dog friendly.

Hope and Anchor - Pub - Accommodation - Hope Cove

Category: Pubs, Clubs & Bars

Village: Hope Cove

Town: Kingsbridge

The Hope & Anchor is a vibrant pub in Hope Cove in the South Hams and offers quality food and drink in one of South Devon’s most cherished coastal...

The Millbrook Inn - South Pool

Category: Pubs, Clubs & Bars

Village: South Pool

Town: Kingsbridge

Set at the head of a tranquil tidal creek on the Salcombe estuary, the Millbrook Inn is a hidden haven for those who enjoy good food, great wine and...

Wisteria Cottage Holiday Property in Hallsans

Wisteria Cottage - Holiday Property in Hallsands

Category: Holiday Cottages & Self Catering

Village: Hallsands

Town: Kingsbridge

Wisteria Cottage - Holiday Property in Hallsands - This end-terrace holiday cottage, near Hallsands, sleeps up to five people.

Higher Well Farm Holiday Park

Category: Campsites & Caravan Parks

Village: Stoke Gabriel

Town: Totnes

Higher Well Farm Holiday Park, camping, caravans and chalets set in 15 acres of the beautiful Devonshire countryside, Higher Well Farm Holiday Park is ideally located to be far...

The Tradesman's Arms - Stokenham

Category: Pubs, Clubs & Bars

Village: Stokenham

Town: Kingsbridge

We are all devastated by the recent fire that has tragically destroyed our pub and three thatched cottages and are still trying to process the enormity of it all....

Meadow Barn Farm - Off Grid Farm Holidays

Category: Holiday Cottages & Self Catering

Village: East Portlemouth

Town: Salcombe

Meadow Barn Farm offers a mixture of low-impact and off-grid farm holiday accommodation in gorgeous South Devon. Close to Salcombe and the region's best beaches, it's a beautiful place...

Lauriol Gourmet Grill

Category: Takeaways

Village: East Portlemouth

Town: Salcombe

Lauriol Gourmet Grill serving delicious take-away Smash Wagyu Burgers, Wagyu Hot dogs, Transylvanian mici, coffee, tea, soft drinks and ice cream at West Prawle Farm, East Portlemouth apart from...

Bantham Village Stores and Coffee Terrace

Category: Cafes & Deli's

Village: Bantham

Town: Kingsbridge

Visit us for delicious snacks, light lunches, coffee, other hot drinks, food and drink, milk and veg, an unsurpassable view and a very warm welcome.

East Soar - Catered Camping and Holiday Cottage Accommodation

Category: Campsites & Caravan Parks

Town: Salcombe

East Soar - Catered Camping and Holiday Cottage Accommodation - Catered camping service in luxury pre-pitched bell tents with breakfast

The Bear and Blacksmith - Ultra Local - Chillington

The Bear and Blacksmith - Pub - Restaurant - Chillington

Category: Pubs, Clubs & Bars

Village: Chillington

Town: Kingsbridge

Situated in the heart of Chillington, on the road between Kingsbridge and Torcross, this friendly village pub boasts a warm and welcoming atmosphere and is enjoyed by drinkers,diners, locals...

Mary Mills Farm - Holiday Lodge in Kingsbridge

Category: Holiday Cottages & Self Catering

Town: Kingsbridge

Mary Mills Farm - Holiday Lodge in Kingsbridge - Self Catering Holiday Lodge Accommodation nr Kingsbridge, a quiet location in the heart of the South Hams.

Cafe Asia - Restaurant - Take Away

Category: Restaurants

Town: Kingsbridge

DUE TO COVID 19 WE ARE CURRENTLY DOING TAKE AWAY AND DELIVERY ONLY. THE RESTAURANT IS CLOSED. No visit to the Kingsbridge area is complete without...

Maltsters Arms Tuckenhay Totnes

Category: Bed & Breakfast, B & B

Village: Tuckenhay

Town: Totnes

Malsters Arms at Tuckenhay - Restuarant and Bed and Breakfast Accommodation, situated in an idyllic spot on Bow Creek, near Totnes.

Village Inn - Thurlestone

Category: Pubs, Clubs & Bars

Village: Thurlestone

Town: Kingsbridge

A beautiful 180 year old character Pub with a warm welcome to all. We have a lovely selection of Ales, great food and are children dog friendly too....

The Dodbrooke Inn - Pub - Kingsbridge

Category: Pubs, Clubs & Bars

Town: Kingsbridge

The Dodbrooke Inn in Kingsbridge; a family run free-house serving traditional home cooked food and a fine choice of Real Ales.

Koto & Co - Japanese Inspired Takeaway

Category: Takeaways

Village: Galmpton

Town: Kingsbridge

Located in the heart of the South hams, KOTO is a locally sourced Japanese-inspired takeaway. Freshly prepared Sushi. Open for collection of pre-orders every Friday from Burton Farmhouse in...

Stay in Devon

Category: Holiday Cottages & Self Catering

Town: Dartmouth

Self catering holiday cottages in the South Hams for family vacations, romantic getaways and holidays at the beach.

The Loft - Cocktail Bar & Restaurant - Kingsbridge

Category: Restaurants

Town: Kingsbridge

The Loft is a licensed Cocktail bar and restaurant in the centre of Kingsbridge in the South Hams serving Gourmet burgers, Pizza and Tapas.

Captain Morgan's - Cafe - Salcombe

Category: Cafes & Deli's

Town: Salcombe

Captain Morgan's is a beautiful little cafe sitting by the waterfront in the heart of Salcombe.

Maha Bharat - Bengali and Indian Restaurant and Take-Away - Kingsbridge

Category: Restaurants

Town: Kingsbridge

Maha Bharat in an award winning authentic Bengali and Indian Restaurant and Takeaway serving authentic Bengali and Indian cuisine. They offer delivery within a seven mile radius of Kingsbridge,...

The Lobster Pod Bistro - Hope Cove

Category: Restaurants

Village: Hope Cove

Town: Kingsbridge

The Lobster Pod, Hope Cove; a Bistro and Take-Away with Pods and amazing panoramic views across Bigbury Bay serving Fish, Seafood, Pizzas, soup and Light Bites.

Seaflowers Luxury B&B Frogmore

Category: Bed & Breakfast, B & B

Village: Frogmore

Town: Kingsbridge

Seaflowers Bed and Breakfast in Frogmore, a purpose built B&B offers all the luxuries of a 5 star hotel. From fine linens and fluffy towels, to exquisite home cooked...

Parkland Caravan & Camping Site Kingsbridge

Category: Campsites & Caravan Parks

Town: Kingsbridge

Parkland Caravan & Camping Site Kingsbridge - AA five gold pennant touring camping and glamping site, located in the heart of South Hams. Adults only - No Dogs -...

Pizza Planet - Takeaway - Delivery - Kingsbridge

Category: Takeaways

Town: Kingsbridge

Since 2005, we have been offering fresh dough pizzas for delivery & collection in Kingsbridge, Salcombe, Chillington, Loddiswell and surrounding villages..

Blakes Pantry

Category: Takeaways

Town: Kingsbridge

Sandwich Shop in Kingsbridge (Premises previously known as Bap and Roll). Serving Jacket Potatoes, Paninis, Baps, Salad Boxes, Pasties, Cakes, Smoothies and Good Fairtrade Coffee.