Torre Abbey Sands to Hollicombe Beach Paddle Trail

2 hours

Duration

1.5 miles

Distance

One Way

Easy

Difficulty

TQ2 5HA

Start Postcode

TQ3 2DW

End Postcode

A. This trails starts from the beach of Torre Abbey Sands, a paddle from here going paddling along the coastal corridor and check in at various places of interest!

B. Paddling around Corbyn's Head and contunuing along you will come to Livermead sands and then as you paddle further be on the look out for Amazing underwater remains of a medieval harbour thought to have been built by Lord Cockington when Torquay Harbour became inaccessible. The clear straight lines of the structure are visible above the water level at low tide.

C. As you paddle around you will in eye shot of Hollicombe Beach where this short trail ends.

Accessibility

Access to get to the beach is good, and the launch of the trail is off the beach and the trail finishes on a beach get out.

Licence Information

The waterways on this trail do not require you to have a licence to paddle on them. However, if you paddle regularly and want to explore more places to paddle, you could consider becoming a member of Paddle UK. You’ll get a whole range of benefits as an On The Water member, including an annual licence to paddle on 4,500km of Britain’s waterways, liability insurance, and great discounts on paddling related products. Join today at www.paddleuk.org.uk

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Safety Information

Check the tide times for this location before you paddle. The best times to go are approximately 1.5 -2 hours before high tide so you have the flood tide with you going upriver, and maybe enough time to have a quick stop and then by the time you turn around, it will be slack water or have turned and ebbing again. As long as you’re leaving Malpas as the tide has turned to go out the trip will be more enjoyable.

We want you to have fun and a safe paddle! Here are some helpful tips to ensure you paddle responsibly and stay safe on your journey. Please take a moment to review these important safety tips:

– Always wear a correctly sized buoyancy aid

– Carry a mobile phone – in a waterproof case

– Tell Someone Where You’re Going

– Check the weather and conditions

– Know your limits

Check out some useful blogs and e-learnings on how to keep safe gopaddling.info/…safe-paddle-summer

Navigation eLearning

Tides eLearning

Weather eLearning

Environment

Wherever and however you paddle, our Paddlers’ Code helps to ensure we can all enjoy and share the water safely and protect our precious environment.

Don’t get sick doing what you love. We know water quality is a concern for many paddlers. Click here for some simple advice on water quality and how to protect yourself.

Get informed, stay safe and make good decisions by checking the National Storm Overflow Map

Paddlers can play a vital role in keeping our waters free of harmful non-native species. It is crucial you Check, Clean and Dry you boat and equipment to prevent the spread. Click here for more information on Invasive Non-Native Species.

For more environmental advice and guidance, see our Blue Space Blogs section on the Paddle UK website.