Things to See & Do in Teignmouth

Things to See & Do in Teignmouth

Local sights, activities and attractions in Teignmouth and Shaldon.

Proms in the Park 2026

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Proms in the Park 2026

Proms in the Park is a popular free community event organised by Teignmouth Town Council. It brings the spirit of the BBC Proms to a relaxed outdoor setting in the town.

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Teignmouth Folk Festival

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Teignmouth Folk Festival

The Teignmouth Folk Festival is a small, friendly, volunteer-run event held annually. Now in its 27th year, it has grown into a popular gathering for folk enthusiasts while remaining accessible and community-focused.

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Shaldon Music Festival

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Shaldon Music Festival

Intimate classical chamber music performances by world-class artists fill the historic St Peter’s Church in this longstanding Devon festival, blending high-calibre recitals with village charm.

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Shaldon Regatta

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Shaldon Regatta

Over 130 water and beach events, from pilot gig rowing and sailing races to sandcastle competitions and tug-of-war, bring families together at this longstanding community regatta on the Teign estuary.

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Shaldon Water Carnival

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Shaldon Water Carnival

Creative decorated boats parade the Teign Estuary alongside beach games, fancy dress competitions, craft stalls, and evening music at this family-focused community event in a Devon village.

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Smuggler’s Tunnel

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Smuggler’s Tunnel

Brick-lined Smugglers Tunnel cuts through the headland in Shaldon to reach secluded Ness Cove, a sheltered shingle beach backed by red cliffs and clear waters near Teignmouth.

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Ugbrooke House and Gardens

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Ugbrooke House and Gardens

Grade I listed Devon stately home remodelled by Robert Adam, rich in antiques and family collections, set in Capability Brown parkland with lakes, formal gardens, a maze and lakeside walks.

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Pavilions Teignmouth

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Pavilions Teignmouth

Positioned on Teignmouth’s seafront at The Den Crescent, this contemporary arts centre hosts live theatre, music, comedy, dance, cinema screenings, workshops, exhibitions, and community gatherings with sea-view terrace.

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SeaSports Southwest

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SeaSports Southwest

Family-run RYA accredited centre in Teignmouth, Devon, offering bespoke shore-based training in ocean rowing and water sports, led by experienced instructors Tim and Sue Cox.

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Shaldon Botanical Gardens

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Shaldon Botanical Gardens

Perched on a steep hillside above Shaldon village, these gardens deliver panoramic views across the Teign estuary to Teignmouth and distant Dorset coastline, with terraced paths, a castle folly, and mature arboretum trees.

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Shaldon Zoo

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Shaldon Zoo

Perched on a wooded headland above Shaldon village, this small zoo specialises in caring for rare endangered animals, emphasising breeding success and naturalistic enclosures in a peaceful one-acre site.

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Grand Pier

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Grand Pier

The Victorian Grand Pier in Teignmouth stretches 212 metres into the English Channel, blending historic charm with classic seaside amusements, arcade games, refreshments, and sweeping coastal views in this Devon town

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Teignmouth Play Park

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Teignmouth Play Park

Teignmouth’s seafront play park at The Den features a six-metre ocean-themed climber, inclusive swings, sensory equipment, and wet play zones in a Green Flag awarded green space with ramps and nearby beach access.

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Teignmouth Lighthouse

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Teignmouth Lighthouse

Standing at the end of The Den promenade in Teignmouth, this compact 1845 lighthouse guides vessels into the River Teign estuary and provides a striking focal point along the South Devon coastline with panoramic sea views.

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