Travel Guide of Plymouth in United Kingdom by Influencers and Travelers
Plymouth is a port city and unitary authority in South West England. It is located on the south coast of Devon, approximately 36 miles south-west of Exeter and 193 miles south-west of London. It is bordered by Cornwall to the west and south-west.
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1 - Smeaton's Tower
Smeaton's Tower is a memorial to civil engineer John Smeaton, designer of the third and most notable Eddystone Lighthouse. A major step forward in lighthouse design, Smeaton's structure was in use from 1759 to 1877, until erosion of the ledge it was built upon forced new construction.
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2 - Hoe Park
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3 - Shore Excursions in Plymouth
Explore the hidden Cornwall. Experience the smaller roads and the quieter places in Cornwall as well as seeing the more popular attractions. Our guides will show you firsthand the inner beauty and charm of this magical county.
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4 - Burrator Reservoir
16 km away
Burrator Reservoir is a reservoir on the south side of Dartmoor in the English county of Devon. It is one of a number of reservoirs and dams that were built over the course of the 19th and 20th centuries in the area now covered by Dartmoor National Park to supply drinking water to the city of Plymouth and other rapidly growing towns in the surrounding lowlands.
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5 - Fowey
35 km away
Fowey is a small town, civil parish and cargo port at the mouth of the River Fowey in south Cornwall, England, United Kingdom. The town has been in existence since well before the Norman invasion, with the local church first established some time in the 7th century; the estuary of the River Fowey forms a natural harbour which enabled the town to become an important trading centre.
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6 - Safaris in Plymouth
You will be picked up and dropped off at your accommodation in an iconic Land Rover Discovery. Together we will explore the wild beauty of Dartmoor, with its windswept moors, ancient settlements and towering granite tors. Walk amongst the wild ponies and highland cattle whilst immersing yourself in mystical landscape before retreating to a traditional cosy pub (lunch is not included but we will reserve a table for you). Embrace locations that inspired Agatha Christie and Sir Arthur Conan Doyle to write their most famous novels. Experience this breath-taking land of myths and legends from both the comfort of the 4 x 4 and on foot to ensure you “touch and feel” this unique entity. Discover, learn and importantly have some fun on this truly unique full day tour. NB: inclusive pick up / drop off fee covers 15 mile radius from Paignton TQ4 6BW
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7 - Jamaica Inn
36 km away
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8 - Start Point
39 km away
Start Point is a promontory in the South Hams district in Devon, England, grid reference SX832370. Close to the most southerly point in the county, it marks the southern limit of Start Bay, which extends northwards to the estuary of the River Dart.
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9 - Stand Up Paddleboarding in Plymouth
We use a protected stunning part of the estuary suited perfectly towards learning to SUP. Boasting incredible views and scenery this is an amazing adventure packed with wildlife and tranquil paddling.
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10 - Bird Watching in Plymouth
Mayflower 400 sailors infamous reef sight as they steamed from Plymouth to a brave new world. The sight of the former lighthouse Smeatons Tower now situated on Plymouth's famous Hoe. The boat can be booked for your sole use or as individuals. Sole use booking means you can dictate when we come home early or if we go dolphin, tuna or bird watching.
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11 - Climbing in Plymouth
These are just some of the many skills you will gain and activities undertaken during your 'Survive the Moors' experience Build & light a fire from scratch Build a lifesaving emergency shelter and put it to the ultimate test! Learn how to use a knife in a variety of survival situations safely Learn to tie an array of survival & lifesaving knots Develop navigation skills across the Moors Use Astro Navigation skills to complete a night exercise Forage for wild food, grubs and insects Survive extreme weather conditions Quarry Day - Abseils, hemp rope climbs, tyrolean traverse Helicopter extraction
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