5502 x 3622 px | 46,6 x 30,7 cm | 18,3 x 12,1 inches | 300dpi
Data acquisizione:
2007
Ubicazione:
Shaldon Teignmouth Esturay Devon England British Isles.
Altre informazioni:
Teignbridge has two estuaries - the Exe and the Teign. Both are used by many people for many different things - they are important for the local economy, recreation and the environment. To help integrate all these different uses each estuary has its own Management Partnership the estuary where the river Teign meets the sea. The 7-mile coastal drive from Torquay is very pretty, with countryside to the left and magnificent sea views on the right. On a clear day, Portland Bill is visible (no mean feat as it is almost 50 miles away). The population of Shaldon is currently 1, 500 mostly living along the riverside down tiny lanes leading to beautiful thatched cottages or terraced houses painted in every conceivable colour you could think of. It is a very entertaining pastime to find the cottage with the prettiest name. Names such as "Sea Peep", "Forever Cottage", "The White House" or "Corner Cottage ". It is reminiscent of an old English village with a green where bowls are still played. The Clock Tower on the green is dedicated to the memory of local men who died during the 2 World Wars. The Ferry to Teignmouth leaves from Shaldon beach frequently and entry is made by "walking the plank!" The ferry has existed since the 13th Century but now thankfully for the operator, a motor has been installed. On board however, there is still a pair of oars should they ever be needed!
