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Budleigh Salterton
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The South West Coast Path runs along here and there is a very good cliff top walk to Exmouth, which is around four miles to the west. A small fishing fleet is based on the beach - see above.
Well worth a visit are the small beachside cafes and an excellent ice cream shop, The Creamery, in the town just off of the sea front at Budleigh. Also there is a good path up the cliff towards Exmouth which is part of the South West coast path route.
What to see in Budleigh Salterton
Jurassic Coast - The western end of the World Heritage site, see website for more details - www.jurassiccoast.com Bicton Park Botanical Gardens - Bicton Park, Bicton, East Budleigh, Budleigh Salterton, Devon EX9 7BJ Tel: 01395 568465 Otterton Mill Gallery - Otterton, Budleigh Salterton, Devon EX9 7HG Tel: 01395 568008 Budleigh Salterton Tourist Information Centre - Fore Street, Budleigh Salterton, Devon EX9 6NG. Phone: 01395 445275
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Budleigh
Salterton lies to the west of Sidmouth towards Exeter. Although small and
peaceful, the town attracts a lot of visitors who are drawn by the unspoilt
nature of the area and the beautiful setting. The town is literally a stones
throw from the beach with many houses jostling for space along the small
beachside area. The beach is made up of pebbles and is quite steep, it
stretches away from the town to the east for a distance of around 2 miles.
The beach is overlooked by towering red sandstone cliffs which are part of the
Jurassic Coast Heritage Site. Visitors should note that the beach directly under
the cliff (to the right) is a nudist beach, there are notices on the beach. There is a sandy, gently sloping beach at
Littleham
Cove a good walk away over the cliffs path. 
Budleigh
Salterton derives its name from the ancient trade of salt panning which used to
take place in the area. A further claim to fame arises from the fact that Sir
Walter Raleigh was born nearby at Hayes Barton. The foreshore was the setting
for the famous painting 'The Boyhood of Raleigh' which hangs in the Tate
Gallery.
Whether
your idea of an ideal activity is sunbathing or you prefer something more
strenuous, the chances are that you will be able to pursue this at the
coast. There is a wide selection of activities that can be found on our
coastline - these range from a gentle stroll to the next bay, to swimming and snorkelling,
to more energetic activities such as sailing, surfing, windsurfing and kite
sailing. See Activities section.
A
huge selection of attractions are available within the coastal area and this
section will have details of many of them. From piers and harbours to fun fairs
and roller coasters, the listings will have details of what's available in your chosen
area. For details of attractions look in the resort pages. 
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