The River Yealm originates from its source in the southern reaches of the outstanding Dartmoor National Park, flowing a total of 12 kilometres to the English Channel at Wembury. From the wide-open moorlands of Dartmoor, the River winds south through picturesque countryside and scenic towns and villages such as Nos Mayo, Cornwood and Newton Ferrers. Quintessentially British towns and villages, with quaint streets and sheltered waterways perfect for a boat ride or to explore the budding wildlife.
The River Yealm is highly protected, a key conservation area, being a Special Area of Conservation and Site of Special Scientific Interest due to it housing and supporting many protected species such as Oysters and much more British aquatic life. As well as this, in the upper stretches of the River, you’ll find Dendles Wood, a highly protected ancient oak and beech woodland, making for beautiful sights filled with character and history.
As you head further south, it’s not unusual to spot kayaks and canoes enjoying the bubbling rapids and paddling along the picturesque river bed. At the River’s mouth, the National Trust’s Wembury beach is set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, enjoying glorious open sand beaches, clear blue shallow shores and rock pools perfect for all the family to spot crabs, limpets, starfish and more.
Enjoy the local scenery by taking a stroll along the cliff paths to Wembury Bay, or why not head to Newton Ferrers for a locally brewed drink and freshly caught seafood delicacy. As well as exploring the coast on foot, the beach is a popular spot for surfing, swimming, diving, kayaking, and many more water sports. An area filled to the brim with natural beauty wherever you look; if you decide to take a trip to the River Yealm, you won’t be disappointed.
The River Yealm is highly protected, a key conservation area, being a Special Area of Conservation and Site of Special Scientific Interest due to it housing and supporting many protected species such as Oysters and much more British aquatic life. As well as this, in the upper stretches of the River, you’ll find Dendles Wood, a highly protected ancient oak and beech woodland, making for beautiful sights filled with character and history.
As you head further south, it’s not unusual to spot kayaks and canoes enjoying the bubbling rapids and paddling along the picturesque river bed. At the River’s mouth, the National Trust’s Wembury beach is set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, enjoying glorious open sand beaches, clear blue shallow shores and rock pools perfect for all the family to spot crabs, limpets, starfish and more.
Enjoy the local scenery by taking a stroll along the cliff paths to Wembury Bay, or why not head to Newton Ferrers for a locally brewed drink and freshly caught seafood delicacy. As well as exploring the coast on foot, the beach is a popular spot for surfing, swimming, diving, kayaking, and many more water sports. An area filled to the brim with natural beauty wherever you look; if you decide to take a trip to the River Yealm, you won’t be disappointed.
Take a tour of the River Yealm before you visit
Useful links for the area
Salcombe
The charming southwest Devon coastal town of Salcombe sits on the banks of the Kingsbridge Estuary, located within the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. More
River Dart
Nestled in the picturesque county of Devon, the River Dart flows a total of 75 kilometres through the beautiful southwest English countryside to the river’s mouth at Dartmouth Harbour. More
River Yealm
The River Yealm originates from its source in the southern reaches of the outstanding Dartmoor National Park, flowing a total of 12 kilometres to the English Channel at Wembury. More
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