Further up the River Dart, you’ll find Stoke Gabriel. Surrounded by beautiful countryside, this rural parish is tucked between rolling hills and a picturesque creek. Despite being such a small village, it’s jam-packed with plenty of amenities. Two pubs, a riverside café, a church, and a community apple orchard can be found here. 

Much like Galmpton, the creek and river here are perfect for taking a dip, you’ll often see people wild swimming, kayaking, or paddleboarding along the river at high tide. It certainly is different from swimming at the beach, but in all the best ways!

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