Devons Wonderful World Of Water Sports

Devon, or Dewnant as it is referred to in the old Celtic Devonian language

, is a county of England reaching from the Bristol Channel in the north to the English Channel in the south. Geographically, the region is distinguished as being the only county in England to have two separate coastlines (northern and southern), both of which have delightful sandy shores and lofty cliffs. Its beautiful seaside towns make it a wonderful place for a getaway and holiday cottages in Devon are the perfect accommodation to ensure a comfortable and relaxing trip.

Activities in Devon

Being bordered by the sea means that water sports are thoroughly enjoyed by the many visitors to the county. No matter what the person's skill level, there is no shortage of exciting and adventurous activities for water lovers. Many holiday cottages in Devon are conveniently located just steps or minutes away from the ocean, making the perfect watery playground easily accessible for all guests.

Water-skiing: Visitors interested in water-skiing will be happy to learn that throughout the region there are various locations in which to do so. The sport is popular on the beautiful Taw and Torridge Estuary, which has excellent conditions for learners to become acquainted with the sport as well as being highly recommended for advanced skiers. Facilities that offer the sport come equipped with everything from childrens water-skis to mono-skis and wakeboards.

Surfing: Westward Ho! Beach is one of the area's top picks for surfers. The name Westward Ho! comes from the title of one of Charles Kinglseys novels, which was set in nearby Bideford. The book was a bestseller and entrepreneurs saw it as an opportunity to grow and develop tourism in the area. Westward Ho!s close proximity to many wonderful holiday cottages in Devon makes it ideal for the many visiting surfers who come from all over the UK for its superb waves and long expanse of clean sand.

Sailing: Visitors can relax on a spectacular sailboat with their own skipper to guide them languidly through the breathtaking, blue waters that wash the shores of the county. Or, if they prefer, they can also rent their own sailboat and try their hand at sailing the seven seas by themselves.

Other water activities available locally include windsurfing, kite surfing, power boating, kayaking, canoeing and paddle boarding.

Beautiful Beaches

While water sports are wonderful for the energetic, simply relaxing on the beach holds more appeal for some. For those who just want to kick back and lie on the sand, the region has plenty of gorgeous beaches to do so.

Dawlish Warren: One of the area's most family-friendly beaches, Dawlish Warren is a Blue Flag Beach, meaning that it has been presented with an award by the Foundation for Environmental Education. The beach is a great place for the whole family to swim and everyone can rest assured knowing that experienced lifeguards are always on duty. Throughout the summer months, free open-air events frequently take place. Some holiday cottages in Devon offer sensational views of Dawlish Warren and are a favourite amongst visitors.

by: Katie Chown

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