{"id":18645,"date":"2019-09-10T11:30:23","date_gmt":"2019-09-10T10:30:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/?p=18645"},"modified":"2024-11-26T10:44:14","modified_gmt":"2024-11-26T10:44:14","slug":"noss-mayo-south-devon-village-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/noss-mayo-south-devon-village-guide","title":{"rendered":"Noss Mayo | South Devon Village Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"

The charming, chocolate box village of Noss Mayo is tucked away on the south side of the Yealm estuary and is regarded as one of the regions best kept secrets. This secluded village is an ideal location if you\u2019re looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of daily life, and enjoy spending time by the estuary. Whether you want to spend your time adventuring on the water, exploring the dramatic coastline, or simply feasting on sumptuous food and drink, Noss Mayo offers something to suit all tastes.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Where is Noss Mayo?\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n

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Referred to by many as a \u2018slice of tranquility\u2019, Noss Mayo is a small village found just 10 miles southeast of Plymouth. Surrounded by ancient woodland and creeks, Noss nestles into the southern side of the Yealm estuary. Adjacent, you will find the larger village of Newton Ferrers, and the twin villages form the civil parish of \u2018Newton and Noss\u2019. Divided by a creek of the River Yealm, the estuary provides a perfectly undisturbed natural harbour that enjoys thriving wildlife, and is a popular playground for yachts, sailboats and seafarers alike. At low tide, you can easily walk between the two villages, and at high tide, a ferry operates a triangular route and calls in at the South West coastal path, Noss Mayo and Newton Ferrers.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Better known (amongst the locals) as \u2018Newton\u2019, Newton Ferrers is the largest of the twin villages, and is everything you would expect from a picture postcard idyll. Boasting white-washed cottages that line the waters edge, a waterfront pub and a thriving sailing club, it comes as no surprise that when you holiday in the parish, you find yourself yo-yoing between the two villages. The village\u2019s shops, including a Co-op, a Post Office (selling fruit, veg, magazines and clothes), a pharmacy and a butcher provide everything you need whilst visiting the area.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Things to do in Noss Mayo<\/b><\/h2>\n

Whilst the village of Noss Mayo is both small and secluded, you will find it brimming with a range of activities that all the family can enjoy. From paddleboarding and hiking the coastal path, to bird watching and tucking into locally sourced food and drink, this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty never fails to deliver, regardless of rain or shine…<\/span><\/p>\n

The River Yealm<\/b><\/h3>\n

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For those that want to spend their time on (or in) the water, the River Yealm estuary provides ideal conditions for swimming, kayaking, sailing, rowing and paddleboarding. What\u2019s more, if you\u2019re a keen angler, the fishing is regarded as superb.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n