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Five Start Bay (Watch) Babes and our very own Hoff (sort of) went for a gorgeous swim this evening. 25 minutes of swimming with lots of chat and laughter. Energizing. #chillsouthdevon #chillyswim #seaswim #seaswimming #seaswimmers #coldwaterswimming #coldwatertherapy #swimmingfriends #southdevon #southdevoncoast #startbay #slaptonsands #shadow #silhouette #chilluk #bravethechill

5/19/2024, 10:47:35 PM

#walking

5/15/2024, 5:57:02 PM

Beach fun with @chockylocky @dj_nogimix 🐶🐚🌊☀️ #slaptonsands #southdevoncoast #borderterrier

5/11/2024, 7:48:03 PM

Well, it's taken most of the day but we now have the awning up with the new 'extension'. We found we rarely used the awning last season due to the fact that it became a dumping ground. This year we've bought the extension where we can store our kitchen items, our shoes and coats. Leaving the main awning as an additional room to enjoy and relax with a TV etc...... We have a week to settle in and get things sorted before we start work as campsite assistants for the summer. #dometic #dometicawnings #campsitelife #campsiteworkers #campsiteassistants #summerjob #southdevon #slapton #slaptonsands #campingandcaravanningclub #summerfun #campsiteliving #autotrail #autotrailcomanche

5/11/2024, 5:38:04 PM

Just back from a great holiday @whitebeam_wood_dogs_welcome - such an amazing holiday house and area to relax with our hounds 🐶 🐶🐶 #whitebeamwoodslapton #whitebeamwoods #holiday #holidays #devon #slapton #slaptonsands

5/11/2024, 12:48:50 PM

What a welcome back to Devon. The amazing Aurora Borealis or Northern Lights. Amazing how they could be seen all over the country. I apologise to those that witnessed me walking around the campsite at midnight in my PJ'S 😊 #skyatnight #auroraborealis #northernlights #nightsky #southdevon #slapton #slaptonsands #slaptonsandscampingandcaravanningclub #naturalphenomenon #mothernature

5/11/2024, 9:57:58 AM

Naked day at #slaptonsands #naturistbeach☀️

5/10/2024, 7:34:13 PM

#slaptonsands

5/10/2024, 3:01:15 PM

Last minute availability, Log Cabin sleeps x4 Camping availability too, the weather is looking perfect! Book off website, link in bio @pittafordfarmcamping #pittafordfarm #slaptonsands #blackpoolsands #slaptonley #kingsbridge #southhams #ecocamping #greenliving #tentlife #devon #southwestcoastpath #Torcross #beesands #hallsands #startpoint #vanlife #glampinguk #logcabin #geodome #dome #lateavailability #glamping #belltent #glamcamping #shepherdhuts #firepits #firepit

5/10/2024, 1:38:46 PM

Wahoo feels like summer! 😎⁣ ⁣ The forecast seems to be good all weekend, so pack your 👙🩳🩱🤿 & get to Slapton Sands 🏖️⁣ ⁣ With us just a short walk away for all your refreshments ☕️🍦🍺🥤🍟🦐🥗⁣ ⁣ ⁣ #Sunshine #Warm #Balmy #FeelsLikeSummer #BeachDays #Relax #SlaptonSands #StartBayInn #ByTheBeach #Pub #ThatchedPub #PubFood #EatIn #Takeaway #SpecialsBoard #DogFriendlyPub #DogFriendly #Dog #StartBay #Torcross #SouthHams #SouthDevon #Devon

5/10/2024, 1:38:04 PM

Big love to our Y12 geographers experiencing the first ever Slapton field trip that wasn't an utter washout. We're not jealous at all. #cotham4eva . . #alevel #alevelgeography #fieldtrip #geographyfieldtrip #slapton #slaptonsands #youreonlyyoungonce #post16

5/9/2024, 10:03:33 PM

Torcross, Slapton Ley nature reserve , leading to Strete gate beach. Beautiful morning view. #devon #slaptonsands #dronephotography #seaflowersdevon

5/9/2024, 6:21:21 PM

Down the pub with me mum #torcross #southdevon #slaptonsands

5/8/2024, 5:54:21 PM

A day at Slapton sands. #slaptonsands

5/8/2024, 1:41:07 PM

❤️ #bythesea #slaptonsands #devon

5/7/2024, 9:27:23 PM

Torcross - Dartmouth While I’ve walked this home stretch in parts before, I’ve never done it in one go in the right direction. So given I was holidaying at home, camped out at Strete Gate for the weekend, I decided today was the day. The first 4km were totally flat along Slapton Ley, which I’ve swum and cycled many times, but halfway along realised I’ve never actually walked the final bit of! As my hiking pal James rightly said - a shocking oversight!! There was then a steep-ish climb up the cliff to Strete, followed by Stoke Fleming, with the familiar sight of the Start Bay sweeping behind me. I could look at that view all day long. I stopped for an ice cream and a new cap at Blackpool Sands, then climbed out the other side of the valley up to Little Dartmouth. The fields were colourful, full of Spring flowers. As I wove round the coast, I could hear the water lapping below me, so couldn’t resist a dip at Sugary Cove. My first mid-hike dip in far too long! Refreshed, I rounded Dartmouth Castle and walked down into town, meeting @greenwood.pat for an obligatory crab sandwich at the end. 17km at 4.6km p/h - this was a good distance to wear in my new trail shoes. And now I can actually say I’ve completed the Devon coastline!! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #torcrosstodartmouth #slaptonsands #slaptonley #backpoolsands #startbay #southwestcoastpath #swcp #devoncoast #devon #hike #hiking #coastpath #dartmouth

5/6/2024, 9:22:32 PM

. . Sunday 5th May Slapton Sands - an unexpected bonus! After the beautifully memorable wedding celebrations yesterday, we spent a lovely couple of hours with Jo, Phyl and their friends at their house today. They were both happy but shattered so we said our goodbyes and left them to leave and quiet and a chance to reflect upon the magic they’ve just been though, before starting their exciting honeymoon on Tuesday. With blue sky and sunshine in abundance again today Jani I headed for Slapton Sands on the Devon coast, and with that, a surprise and very welcome bonus of a sunny swim in the clear waters above the pebble beach. I asked a local family about potential dangers before doing a super swim out to the marker buoys - another ‘proper’ swim where I mixed heads in and heads out breast stroke, front crawl and even backstroke! The temperature was lovely - I just floated around when I got back to the shallows. I only had a tiny towel I’d borrowed from our apartment and the boxers I was wearing, but it’s all I needed! I’m happily boxerless now in the Start Bay Inn eating the largest cod and chips I’ve ever seen let alone tucked into! Warm sunshine is streaming through the window and life is currently beautiful. . . . #Devon #slaptonsands #outdoorswimming #seaswimming #fishandchips #clearseas

5/5/2024, 7:33:04 PM

80 years ago on April 28 1944 Exercise Tiger took place off Torcross and Slapton Sands. It was a dress rehearsal for D-Day but it was attacked by German E-Boats and 639 American soldiers and sailors died. This Sherman tank, raised from the sea here in 1984 by Ken Small, is a fitting memorial to those who died. #torcross #slaptonsands #shermantank #torcrosstank #devon #southdevon #southhams #slaptonsands #dday #d-day #dday80 #exercisetiger #usarmy #usnavy #wewillrememberthem #wewillremember

5/5/2024, 7:32:38 PM

Room 9, we refurbished the en suite shower room last year and it’s so stylish. This room can be made up as seen here as a superking or can be split into a twin. #bedandbreakfast #kingsbridge #salcombe #dartmouth #slaptonsands #torcross #staycation

5/5/2024, 2:28:11 PM

Slapton sands , fused glass art packed with summery details - just what we need on a bank holiday 😍💛💚💙 have a lovely day folks #slaptonsands #torccross #fusedglassart #vibrantartwork @plymouthcolourcollective #slaptonbeach #myhappyplace

5/3/2024, 1:36:29 PM

The sea may still be chilly but look how inviting it is, beautiful crystal clear and ready for the swimmers & those that like a paddle 🏊🏻‍♀️⁣ ⁣ ⁣ #CrystalClear #Water #Sea #Beach #Swim #Paddle #Beach #SlaptonSands #StartBay #Torcross #SouthHams #SouthDevon #Devon

5/1/2024, 2:48:45 PM

🎉 NEW LISTING - FOR SALE 🎉 TORCROSS, KINGSBRIDGE 2 BEDS | 2 BATHS | 1 RECEPTION | GUIDE PRICE £295,000 https://www.kingsbridgeestateagents.co.uk/properties/19038809/sales At The Beach is a stunning development of luxury holiday apartments situated on the beach at Torcross consisting of purpose built holiday accommodation which attract a healthy return with repeat bookings each year. Number 17 At The Beach is a two bedroom holiday let cottage tucked away in a private location within the complex. With its own private entrance and front seating area, as well as access to communal spaces, this dwelling boasts convenience and comfort. The modern allure of this cottage spans across three expansive levels, offering versatile living spaces perfectly suited for either a holiday retreat or investment opportunity for vacation rentals. Impeccably maintained and generously proportioned, this property promises an exceptional living experience. Nestled just steps away from the picturesque coastline and sandy beaches, this exquisite residence awaits its new owner. Embracing a chain-free status, this property offers an 18th share of the freehold of the At the Beach residence, ensuring both freedom and security. The property is furnished to a high standard throughout and offers a ready made holiday let business. With a private car park and easy access to the beach and nearby cafes and pubs it has always been a popular location for holidaymakers, many of who return each year. Tenure: Leasehold. Approx. 983 years remaining. Annual maintenance charge of £2400 plus Insurance. Services: Electricity, LPG, mains water and sewerage Council Tax Band: Not applicable - the property is currently used as a holiday rental. Broadband speed up to 53Mbps and most mobile providers likely (Ofcom) The property is of Standard Construction. #TORCROSS #torcross #torcrossline #torcrossdevon #southdevon #southhams #kingsbridgehomes #kingsbridgedevon #kingsbridge #slaptonsands

4/30/2024, 12:15:00 PM

Almost exactly 80 years ago on 28 April 1944 Exercise Tiger, one of a series of large scale rehearsals for the D Day invasion of Normandy took place on Slapton Samds in Devon. Coordination and communication problems resulted in friendly fire injuries during the exercise and an Allied convoy positioning itself for the landing was attacked by E boats of Nazi Germany’s Kriegsmarine resulting in the deaths of at least 749 American servicemen. RIP #slaptonsands

4/29/2024, 9:03:27 PM

80th Anniversary of the Exercise Tiger disaster, in which 600 plus men lost their lives while practising for D Day, when German E Boats got amongst them in the channel. Plus a new memorial at Stretegate to those who lost their lives by Friendly Fire. #TORCROSS #DDay80 #allies #slaptonsands

4/28/2024, 11:23:11 PM

In 6 weeks the 80th anniversary of D-Day will be upon us. Today, April 28th 2024, doesn’t hold the same historical gravitas for most, but it should. 80 years ago, just 20 miles south from where I live, a quiet stretch of beach known as Slapton Sands, was the location for a full-scale dress rehearsal for D-Day - Operation Tiger. After months of training, elements of the force that would be landing on Utah beach set sail from Dartmouth harbour on the night of April 27th in an Easterly direction to Lyme Bay. At that point they made a 180 degree turn and headed back, intending to arrive at Slapton Sands, which was a few miles back West of Dartmouth, at around 6am on the 28th. The idea, to simulate the same time of day, and time on the water as would be the real event a few weeks from then. Unfortunately a flotilla of German E-boats that were on patrol at the time spotted the the convoy (which were fully loaded with vehicles, fuel, ammunition and men), and torpedoed several of them. Needless to say it was carnage. Men trapped inside the cramped LSTs were burnt alive, and drowned. 749 American servicemen lost their lives - many of them from the Engineer Special Brigade - which would be more than would be killed on Utah on D-Day itself. Due to the secrecy surrounding these exercises, no information was released of the disaster for fear of revealing the intended location for D-Day. In fact, it wasn’t until 1984 that full details of the catastrophe were revealed, so highly classified that they were. Today, I attended the service at Slapton Sands, in remembrance of those who lost their lives prematurely that fateful night. When considering the human cost of D-Day, it should be remembered that 749 had already paid the ultimate price for this Operation just 6 weeks earlier and must never be forgotten - like they were until 40 years ago. At Slapton Sands there is a memorial to the 749, which is represented by a Sherman tank. The tank is one of those that was lost at Slapton during the training and was recovered 40 years ago by a local man, fascinated by the history, called Ken Small. #eastmanleather #slaptonsands #operagiontiger #dday #kensmall #torcross

4/28/2024, 11:19:30 PM

Today marks an important day as we remember “Exercise Tiger” which was the Allies’ covert rehearsal for the D-Day landings in Normandy, with Slapton being selected for its similarities to Utah beach. The exercise ended in tragedy due to attack by German S Boats, with hundreds of predominately US Servicemen’s lives lost in the night of 27-28 April 1944. Some 80 years later, a new plaque on a cairn has been unveiled by Strete Gate Car Park at the end of Slapton Sands. Should you wish to read more about Exercise Tiger, please visit https://www.history.navy.mil/browse-by-topic/wars-conflicts-and-operations/world-war-ii/1944/exercise-tiger.html

4/28/2024, 1:43:49 PM

Welcome to Springlands 🌿 Elevated in a prime position, this detached beauty offers jaw dropping views of Torcross village, the sea, and serene Slapton Ley Nature Reserve. With sunlit rooms, chic interiors, and seamless indoor/outdoor flow. Perfect for permanent residence or investment. Key features ⚓️Spectacular panoramic sea views of Torcross and ⚓️Slapton Ley reserve ⚓️Seamless indoor/ outdoor living ⚓️Private driveway with electric gates ⚓️Double garage with electric doors ⚓️Elevated position above the village ⚓️Sea views from every bedroom ⚓️Walking distance to beach ⚓️Well maintained gardens with wonderful views from every aspect ⚓️Log burner in living room ⚓️Open plan kitchen, dining area perfect for entertaining Springlands, Torcross 3 beds, 2 bath, parking, garage and garden £1,150,000 📞 01548 852352 📧 [email protected]

4/28/2024, 8:00:18 AM

80 years ago tomorrow, 28th April 1944, over 700 American soldiers were killed during the D-Day landing practise on Slapton Sands. Hard to imagine such a terrible event happened on that beautiful beach. So many young men lost, so far away from their home. #operationtiger #ddaylandings #slaptonsands #torcrossbeach #lestweforget🌺

4/27/2024, 6:20:52 PM

Operation Tiger +80 Remembering the 639 American soldiers and sailors who lost their lives so tragically 80 years ago tonight in Lyme Bay off Slapton Sands during Exercise Tiger. In total, 946 men lost their lives during the exercise while practising for the landings on Utah Beach and the eventual liberation of Europe. #exercisetiger #slaptonsands #dday80 #wwiihistory #uswwii

4/27/2024, 10:51:02 AM

Exercise Tiger 22 - 30 April 1944. Training at Slapton Sands turned deadly with the decision to use live ammunition, breakdown of communications between British and American vessels, and undetected deadly E-boats. Casualties suffered during the first days of the exercise were high but those inflicted by the E-boats were greater. Exploding LCTs hit by torpedoes, soldiers drowning due to not being properly trained in the use of their life preserver belts, or succumbing to hypothermia in the bone chilling channel water was the deadly combination. The estimated casualty number is 749 up to 946. Strict censorship about the catastrophic exercise was enforced. The casualty number from Exercise Tiger was released only in August 1944 along with the D-Day casualties. #exercisetiger #april #todayinworldwartwohistory #dday80th #slaptonsands #eboats #lct #ddtank

4/26/2024, 4:23:00 PM

💥Exercise Tiger 1944💥 (Disaster before D-Day) This weekend marks the 80th anniversary since the tragic events which occurred on Slapton Sands, Devon. Exercise Tiger, also known as Operation Tiger, was a large-scale dress rehearsal before the Allied invasion of Normandy, France known as D-Day The exercise was a double tragedy, and hundreds of American soldiers and sailors sadly lost their lives 😢🇺🇸 Learn more about Exercise Tiger by clicking the link 🔗 in my bio (Approx 8 minute read) 📖 #slaptonsands #exercisetiger #ww2history #historylesson #militaryhistory #dday #dday80 #ddaylandings #devon

4/26/2024, 3:45:23 PM

Today’s route took me to #SlaptonSands overlooking #StartBay. #Devon #SouthHams #DeliveryDriver #Mercedesvan. All done from @waitrose_saltash #Waitrose

4/26/2024, 12:48:55 PM

Day at the beach!! 🐾🌊🦁 #dogoftheday #dogadventures #dogsofinstagram #dogbeachday #dogofdevon #slaptonsands

4/24/2024, 5:49:52 PM

〽 PRICE REDUCTION 〽 LEYSIDE, TORCROSS, KINGSBRIDGE 2 BEDS | 1 BATH | 1 RECEPTION | GUIDE PRICE £340,000 https://www.kingsbridgeestateagents.co.uk/properties/19009186/sales Leyside is set in the centre of Torcross and, as the name suggests, it is on the Slapton Ley side meaning it is protected from the sea which is just behind. Currently utilised as a successful holiday rental, Leyside comprises; Enter the property through the stained glass front door straight into a cosy and beautifully decorated reception room. Full of charm, there is a lovely woodburner to heat up the whole house and wooden floor which adds to the character. There is also built in shelving and cupboards for storage. Follow the hallway from the reception room brings you to the kitchen with wooden worktops and shelving above. There is room for a small dining table and space for a fridge and washing machine. The window overlooks the rear courtyard and the back door is accessed from here also. Bedroom 1 is a lovely large double room with stunning views across the Ley. The bedroom also benefits from a built-in triple wardrobe for storage. Bedroom 2 is another double bedroom with built in cupboard and has sea glimpses from the window. The property benefits from a small courtyard which is shared with the neighbour but has the added bonus of rear access. No more traipsing through the house with soaked wetsuits or muddy pups! The courtyard is fully enclosed with plenty of space for a bench and some potted plants and has its own washing line for hanging your beach gear at the end of the day. The property is of standard construction and has no restrictions for use. Services: Mains electric, water, private drainage. Tenure: Freehold EPC Rating - F Council Tax Band - TBC as currently under business rates. Broadband: Superfast upto 50 Mbps download available locally (Ofcom) Mobile Coverage: A choice of providers locally. (Ofcom) #southdevon #southhams #kingsbridgehomes #kingsbridgedevon #kingsbridge #torcross #torcrossbeach #torcrossdevon #slaptonsands

4/24/2024, 5:00:34 PM

Devon 📍twas a laugh 🥂🙃 #devon #slapton #slaptonsands #slaptonley #haldonforest

4/24/2024, 2:34:09 PM

An appropriate week to post this as it marks the 80th anniversary of #exercisetiger which culminated in the #battleoflymebay where over 700 servicemen were killed in 1944 during rehearsal for #DDay close to #SlaptonSands #Devon. This pic shows a #shermantank that was recovered from the sea and was lost during the said exercise and sits as a memorial to all those lost in the exercise at #Torcross. #usa #ww2

4/23/2024, 6:25:53 PM

A lovely day out to Salcombe and Slapton sands I think someone is tired #salcombeharbour #devon #slaptonsands #dog #walks #janice

4/23/2024, 5:26:29 PM

A sketchbook trip to a favourite spot that we live further away from now but love going back! #sketchdaily #walktosee #sketchbook #draw #drawing #illustration #devonart #devon #slaptonsands #seaside #inkdrawing

4/22/2024, 12:55:00 PM

Chevrolet 3100 #chevytrucks #slaptonsands #southdevon

4/21/2024, 4:50:27 PM

A few before, during & after photos. Marc & Luke have done a fantastic job on this balcony restoration in Strete this week!! So much so the customer has now asked for the lower one to be done!! 😀 From the carful removal of the existing mild steel & glass balustrade, then the rotten decking and decking supports, a good clean up and in with the new treated supports and composite smoked oak enhanced grain Millboard decking, then finished off with our fully fabricated/welded face fixed stainless steel balustrade with 10mm toughened glass. www.100percentstainless.co.uk #100percentstainlessltd #plymouth #stainlesssteel #balustrades #kingsbridge #slaptonsands #southhams Millboard #stainlesssteelbalustrade #design #fabrication #bespoke #stainlesssteelspecialists

4/21/2024, 10:20:47 AM

Good ride out with @simown87 in the sun this afternoon . . . . . #motorcycle #honda #cb650r #kawasaki #z650 #sunshine #sea #bluesky #slaptonsands #blackpoolsands

4/19/2024, 6:57:29 PM

Tess and I had the most lovely late afternoon walk with the beach to ourselves - and sunshine! #dogwalk #beachwalk #workingcockerspaniel #workingcocker #southdevon #southdevoncoast #beachview #startbay #slaptonsands #clouds #aprilsun #startpoint #spaniellife #mylifeinpictures

4/18/2024, 11:24:35 PM

Follow me to a top lunch spot 😋 Well earned after 6 miles....the return leg was less speedy! HINT: defo ask for the homemade tartare sauce 😋 @britanniaatthebeachbeesands #southwestcostpath #visitdevon #southhams #beesands #slaptonsands #fishandchips #ukshortbreaks

4/18/2024, 6:38:10 PM

Ohh Slapton Sands 🤍 On one side, you'll find the largest natural freshwater lake in South West England. On the other, you’ll find the sparkling ocean. Fabulous 📸 captured by @devonshoreline #devon #slapton #slaptonsands #countrylife #devonlife #livebythesea #lifebythesea #devonbeaches #coastalliving #southdevon #southdevonlife

4/18/2024, 8:00:22 AM

Postcards from a rather significant beach in Devon #slaptonsands #dday

4/15/2024, 8:59:31 PM

What a wonderful weekend of good causes & charity we supported 🤩⁣ ⁣ First up on Saturday was of course the beach clean, hosted by @fscslaptonley 👏🏻⁣ ⁣ It was great seeing everyone after ☕️🍦⁣ ⁣ Join them at their next event👇🏻⁣ ⁣ ⁣ #repost @fscslaptonley ⁣ Thank you so much to everybody who came along to our beach clean yesterday! All together we collected 113.4kg of rubbish off our beach, a record for a centre!! Congrats to team Graham for collecting an impressive 25.98 kg and to everyone who helped protect wildlife by removing rubbish from their habitat 🎉🌏🌊⁣ ⁣ Help wildlife by joining us for our next beach clean on the 21 September or by helping out at one of our bioblitzes at the end of may, see more information or check out our other free free events at tinyurl.com/fscslevents! ⁣ ⁣ ⁣ #SlaptonSands #BeachClean #ThingsToDoInDevon #NatureEvents #CommunityCleanup #OceanCleanup #CleanSeas #Nature #DoYourBit #GivingBack #StartBay #Torcross #SouthHams #SouthDevon #Devon

4/15/2024, 1:43:23 PM

Max the #rescuedog on #slaptonsands #startbay where @southwestwater have been discharging #sewage everyday (except five) for the last nine weeks. #stretegate #torcross #beesands

4/12/2024, 9:55:40 PM

Not a bad commute back to my friend Ingrid. Slapton Ley and Slapton Sands looking lovely in the evening light #enjoyyourevening #slaptonley #slaptonsands #stretedevon #lovewhereyoulive #kingsbridgedevon #markethall

4/12/2024, 7:59:55 PM

Pacman stone at #slaptonsands #devon #beachcombing #pebble #pebbles #beach

4/11/2024, 7:02:50 PM

It was a pleasure to attend a ceremony last week at Slapton Sands to unveil a new cairn which commemorates the US servicemen who lost their lives during Exercise Tiger. This has been a labour of love for Teddy Cranmer, who has spent a great deal of time over the past four years researching the tragedy that took place in April 1944 while troops rehearsed for the D Day landings in South Devon. As 2024 marks the 80th Anniversary of these events, Mr Cranmer chose to erect a memorial to mark the deaths of the men who lost their lives and are not recognised in the nearby Slapton Sands Memorial plaque. The cairn, which can be found by Strete Gate car park, is a suitable commemoration which will stand the test of time and remember those remarkable soldiers who put their lives at risk to protect our freedoms. #exercisetiger #ww2 #ddaylandings #southdevon #slaptonsands

4/9/2024, 2:13:39 PM

Waves in Devon… #devon #devoncoast #nature #sea #englishcoast #slaptonsands

4/8/2024, 3:41:50 PM

Visited Plymouth last weekend, and Mum & I went on some adventures in Devon and Cornwall. #Plymouth #BerryPomeroyCastle #HouseOfMarbles #TheLizard #Cadgwith #Porthoustock #SlaptonSands

4/7/2024, 11:06:12 PM