Today, Kingsbridge is still a busy market town with many small traditional shops and an open market which is held twice weekly in the town square. The Farmers Market, which is held on the first Saturday of the month, is particularly popular, offering locally reared meat, home grown produce and of course, local cider! Other markets and exhibitions are also held in the Town Hall and Market Hall, located in Fore Street. The Town Hall, the historic heart of the town, also houses the town’s cinema and theatre.

Throughout the year several different events take place in the town including The Music Festival in June, Fair Week in July, The Kingsbridge Show in September and Extravaganza Week in November These are particularly entertaining events when the town takes on a carnival atmosphere

The Cookworthy museum, located towards the top of Fore Street was the birthplace of William Cookworthy, the first Englishman to produce porcelain.

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The South Hams Countryside and Coastline

Much of the countryside around Kingsbridge is designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Here, agriculture continues to be a part of the local economy. Above all, agriculture has fashioned our countryside into a rolling landscape of patchwork fields that cannot fail to charm all who live or visit the South Hams.

Kingsbridge Estuary is at the centre of the landscape in the South Hams. The winding Creeks and rolling patterned hills are a feature of the area around Kingsbridge and can be appreciated by taking The Rivermaid Creeks cruise which runs from approximately May until the end of September. Times and departure points vary according to tides.

Lying on the coast to the south of Kingsbridge is the waterside town of Salcombe. This can be reached by road or, once again, The Rivermaid runs daily trips. It is well known as a fishing port, resort and an important sailing centre in the South Hams. The town was once a fishing village which expanded quickly in the 19th Century. Salcombe hosts regattas and a programme of sailing events throughout the season.

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Dartmoor National Park
Dartmoor National Park is situated only a 25 minute drive away and with its rolling moorland, stunning scenery, Dartmoor ponies and a wealth of historic sites and monuments make a visit to this part of Devon a must.

Plymouth
Just 25 minutes away by car is Plymouth, where whatever the season, you will never be lost for something great to do. As the regional capital of Devon and Cornwall, Plymouth is an extra-ordinary blend of vibrant modern city with its brand new shopping centre and historic seafaring port.

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Things to do

Walking – stunning coastal walks with fantastic views.

Watersports – this area is blessed with some of the very best spots for enjoying all types of watersports including: Fishing, Surfing, Sailing, Diving and much more.

Beaches - The beaches and coves around Kingsbridge are some of the best you will find anywhere in the country and are just waiting to be explored.

These are just a few suggestions as The Tourist Information Centre located on the square at the bottom of town is packed with information about interesting places to visit etc.

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