Combe Point

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Devon South Hams

England

Combe Point

Boat off Inner Froward Point A small boat crosses Start Bay illuminated by the winter sun, seen from the Military road above the coastal battery.
Boat off Inner Froward Point Credit: Derek Harper

Combe Point is a prominent coastal feature located on the southern coast of Devon, England. It is classified as a headland, also known as a point, and is situated near the small village of Combe Martin.

The headland of Combe Point is characterized by its steep cliffs that rise dramatically from the sea, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding coastline. These cliffs are composed predominantly of rugged rocks, such as slates and sandstones, which have been shaped by the powerful forces of erosion over millions of years.

The headland is a popular destination for hikers, nature enthusiasts, and photographers due to its stunning natural beauty and diverse wildlife. The surrounding area is abundant in flora and fauna, with wildflowers, grasses, and shrubs adorning the cliffs, and seabirds nesting in the crevices. The headland is also known for its rich marine life, with seals often spotted basking on the rocks and dolphins occasionally seen swimming in the surrounding waters.

Combe Point offers visitors a range of outdoor activities, including coastal walks, birdwatching, and rock climbing. There are well-established hiking trails that lead to the headland, providing stunning views of the rugged coastline and the open sea. Additionally, the headland is a popular spot for fishing enthusiasts, who can cast their lines from the rocky outcrops into the deep waters below.

Overall, Combe Point is a captivating coastal feature that showcases the raw beauty of the Devon coastline. Its towering cliffs, diverse wildlife, and recreational opportunities make it a must-visit destination for both locals and tourists alike.

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Combe Point Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.327236/-3.5712468 or Grid Reference SX8848. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Boat off Inner Froward Point A small boat crosses Start Bay illuminated by the winter sun, seen from the Military road above the coastal battery.
Boat off Inner Froward Point
A small boat crosses Start Bay illuminated by the winter sun, seen from the Military road above the coastal battery.
Fields near Lower Weeke Looking right from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6926864">SX8850 : Across the valley from Swannaton Road</a>.
Fields near Lower Weeke
Fields near Lower Weeke Looking right from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6926887">SX8749 : Fields near Lower Weeke</a>, with overlap.
Fields near Lower Weeke
Looking right from SX8749 : Fields near Lower Weeke, with overlap.
Trees by young wood, Weeke Looking right from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6926894">SX8749 : Fields near Lower Weeke</a>. The wood also appears in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6608416">SX8749 : Valley, Week</a>.
Trees by young wood, Weeke
Looking right from SX8749 : Fields near Lower Weeke. The wood also appears in SX8749 : Valley, Week.
Farmland, Weeke Looking right from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6927011">SX8749 : Trees by young wood, Weeke</a>, with overlap.
Farmland, Weeke
Looking right from SX8749 : Trees by young wood, Weeke, with overlap.
Lower Weeke Seen from the gateway in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6927158">SX8750 : Gateway, Swannaton Road</a>.
Lower Weeke
Seen from the gateway in SX8750 : Gateway, Swannaton Road.
Valley, Weeke A view towards Weeke Cottage from Swannaton. Beyond it, Dartmouth footpath 6 climbs beside a hedge.
Valley, Weeke
A view towards Weeke Cottage from Swannaton. Beyond it, Dartmouth footpath 6 climbs beside a hedge.
Buoy off Newfoundland Cove Presumably a bell buoy, but an interesting shape, by the entrance to the River Dart.
Buoy off Newfoundland Cove
Presumably a bell buoy, but an interesting shape, by the entrance to the River Dart.
Old Well Site, Stoke Fleming In Shady Lane, restored 2000 - 2001
Old Well Site, Stoke Fleming
In Shady Lane, restored 2000 - 2001
Newfoundland cove, mouth of River Dart Seen from the sea, with the Day Marker Navigation tower on the hill behind in an adjacent square
Newfoundland cove, mouth of River Dart
Seen from the sea, with the Day Marker Navigation tower on the hill behind in an adjacent square
Blackstone Point The houses are the former Coastguard Station
Blackstone Point
The houses are the former Coastguard Station
Stoke Fleming This is the A379 from Dartmouth to Kingsbridge. It gets a bit narrow within this village and is the cause of some summer traffic slow downs.
Stoke Fleming
This is the A379 from Dartmouth to Kingsbridge. It gets a bit narrow within this village and is the cause of some summer traffic slow downs.
Little Dartmouth The mid summer hay is in.
Little Dartmouth
The mid summer hay is in.
South of Dartmouth The roadside view just outside of Dartmouth. Far in the distance is Start Point.
South of Dartmouth
The roadside view just outside of Dartmouth. Far in the distance is Start Point.
Compass Cove East of Little Dartmouth and reached via a partially hidden trail that leads to a steep wooden step descent to the beach.
Compass Cove
East of Little Dartmouth and reached via a partially hidden trail that leads to a steep wooden step descent to the beach.
Combe Point Looking north across Shinglehill, Willow and Compass Coves to Blackstone Point
Combe Point
Looking north across Shinglehill, Willow and Compass Coves to Blackstone Point
Coast west of Warren Point A short diversion from the SW Coast Path leads to the gorsy headland of Warren Point. This view is west towards Stoke Fleming on the further headland, past several coves.
Coast west of Warren Point
A short diversion from the SW Coast Path leads to the gorsy headland of Warren Point. This view is west towards Stoke Fleming on the further headland, past several coves.
National Trust car park, Little Dartmouth Typically sylvan and grassy, this NT car park near Redlap is right on the South West Coast Path.
National Trust car park, Little Dartmouth
Typically sylvan and grassy, this NT car park near Redlap is right on the South West Coast Path.
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Combe Point is located at Grid Ref: SX8848 (Lat: 50.327236, Lng: -3.5712468)

Administrative County: Devon

District: South Hams

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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Located within 500m of 50.327236,-3.5712468
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Lat/Long: 50.3296747/-3.5739116
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Lat/Long: 50.3272963/-3.5738526
Information: guidepost
Survey Date: 2022-03-26
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 50.3304394/-3.5739732
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