Watersports in the South West

The South West coast and waterways are a great place to explore with your canoe, board or kayak. Some of the best surfing beaches are found here too.

Semi-submerged view of snorkeller in the sea off South Milton Sands, Devon — Have a go at snorkelling, you never know what you'll see below the waves

East Soar Devon

Watersports around Salcombe

Get into the water on your next visit the coast near East Soar, it's the perfect excuse to try something new.

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Kayaking near Old Harry at Studland Beach, Dorset — Get up close to Old Harry Rocks by kayak

Studland Bay Dorset

Watersports at Studland Bay

Swimming, sailing, kayaking, paddleboarding and diving are some of the ways to enjoy the sheltered waters of Studland Bay.

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Wembury Devon

Watersports at Wembury

As well as walking and discovering creatures on the beach, there's lots to see and do in the water and nearby too, including watersports, sailing, swimming, horse riding and diving.

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White water and a red canoe — Paddle the white waters of the Lyn

Watersmeet Devon

Canoeing and fishing at Watersmeet

Explore this beautiful part of Devon from a new angle - find out more about canoeing and fishing at Watersmeet.

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Sailing boats on the Fowey — Fowey is a perfect place to set sail from

Fowey Estuary Cornwall

Fishing, canoeing and sailing

This quiet backwater is a pretty busy place, but don't let that stop you from picking up your rod or paddle.

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Two men paddle a National Trust canoe — National Trust branded canoes now operate on the Salcombe estuary

East Soar Devon

Dave Halsall - Singing Paddles

Discover the secrets of the Salcombe estuary with David Halsall from Singing Paddles. Book a taster or day trip and explore hidden coves, shipwrecks and a shore teeming with wildlife.

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