Teignmouth

Teignmouth is a coastal settlement on the north side of the River Teign estuary in Devon, where houses line a sandy shore facing the open sea. The harbour sits upstream from the beach, sheltered by a long pier, and several streets with Georgian and Victorian buildings run inland from the waterfront.

A French raid in 1690 destroyed much of the earlier settlement and led to extensive rebuilding over the following decades. The town developed as a bathing resort from the 18th century and gained a railway connection in the 19th century that drew travelers from inland.

The local dialect preserves many western expressions that visitors can hear in conversations with longtime residents along the quay or in shops near the promenade. Fishermen still sell their catch directly from boats, and the tradition of shellfish gathering draws families to the shore at low tide.

The seafront promenade is easily accessible for walkers and offers level paths along the water, while parts of the old town include steep climbs. Visitors should check tide times, as access to certain shore areas changes with the water level.

The red sandstone from the surrounding area colors the cliffs and some older buildings in warm red tones at sunset, an effect best seen from the beach side. Local stories tell of an underground passage that once connected the manor house to the shore, though the exact route is no longer traceable today.

Location: Teignbridge

Elevation above the sea: 0 m

Website: http://teignmouth-town.co.uk/contact.asp

GPS coordinates: 50.54910,-3.49480

Latest update: December 5, 2025 16:35