Is Teignmouth worth visiting?

Teignmouth is the ideal family holiday destination – with a Victorian Pier, lido, play park, crazy golf and skate park all within easy reach of the beaches and town centre to keep the kids entertained.

Is Teignmouth a nice place?

Teignmouth is a friendly spot loved as much by the locals as it is by the visitors who come back time and time again to enjoy its laid-back charm.

What shops are there in Teignmouth?

Top 10 Best Shopping in Teignmouth, Devon, United Kingdom

  • Shop Dead Gorgeous. 0.7 mi. Home Decor, Gift Shops.
  • Tom Thumb Boutique. 1.1 mi. Women’s Clothing.
  • Home Direct. 0.7 mi. Convenience Stores.
  • Knockout Fashion Shops. 0.7 mi.
  • Voyage Fair Trade. 0.7 mi.
  • Morrisons. 0.9 mi.
  • Baby Babbles Boutique. 0.6 mi.
  • 3 2 1 Discount Store. 0.6 mi.

Does Teignmouth have a beach?

A long sandy beach stretches from the mouth of the River Teign down towards Holcombe. Whether you choose to stroll along the Victorian Promenade and Pier, to watch the working fishing boats, or to visit the children’s play area or adventure golf course, Teignmouth has everything to make the perfect family day out.

Which is better Exmouth or Teignmouth?

Exmouth is more a resort town. Teignmouth is a resort too and also has a small working port. Both have good local rail and bus links.

How do you pronounce Teignmouth in Devon?

Teignmouth. You might not think this one was too contentious – after all, Devon folk know all too well this glorious seaside resort is “Tin-muth”. But to the untrained eye, it can also be pronounced “Tane-mouth” – as many a frustrated local shopkeeper will atest.

Is Teignmouth posh?

East Teignmouth is poshest, off Dawlish Road and straddling Woodway Road – up in the hills and close to the sea, but not so close as to hear the rattling trains. Villas and modern detacheds up to Higher Exeter Road. Great Edwardiana. Market values Vast detacheds, £500,000-£800,000.

What’s it like living in Teignmouth?

Teignmouth is a beautiful and lovely place to live and to bring up children. It’s the best of both worlds. I moved here when I decided to run my own business but I also wanted to live by the sea for a good quality of life.”

How old is Teignmouth?

The port of Teignmouth, in existence since the 13th century, remains active, mostly handling clay, timber and grain. The Old Quay was built in the mid-18th century on land leased from Lord Clifford.

How far is Teignmouth from the beach?

1.8 miles (2.9 km)

Is Teignmouth a Blue Flag beach?

Resting along the seashore in front of the beautiful resort of Teignmouth, you’ll find Teignmouth Town Beach, which has recently been awarded a Blue Flag and retained its Seaside Award.

How do locals pronounce Hunstanton?

Hunstanton is a seaside town in Norfolk, which seems like it should have three syllables; in fact the correct pronunciation is Hun-ston.

Why is happisburgh pronounced?

Welcome to Happisburgh Happisburgh is a historic village on the north-east coast of Norfolk. Pronounced “Haze-bruh”, and spelt ‘Hapesburg’ in the Domesday Book, the name means ‘Haep’s Town’. Despite much publicity about Happisburgh and coastal erosion, the village has an exciting long term future.

What is the population of Teignmouth?

15,129
Teignmouth

Teignmouth The Gem of South Devon
Population 15,129 (2011)
OS grid reference SX945735
Civil parish Teignmouth
District Teignbridge

What sea is Teignmouth?

It is situated on the north bank of the estuary mouth of the River Teign, about 12 miles south of Exeter….Teignmouth.

Teignmouth The Gem of South Devon
Teignmouth
Teignmouth Location within Devon
Population 15,129 (2011)
OS grid reference SX945735

How long is Teignmouth seafront?

1.8 miles
1.8 miles (2.9 km)

What sea is at Teignmouth?

How do locals pronounce Stiffkey?

Stiffkey is first evidenced in the Domesday Book of 1086, and means ‘stump island, island with stumps of trees’. The local historical pronunciation of the village is ‘Stiff-key’ and not ‘Stew-key’.