Daddyhole Plain

The name alone makes you smile - Daddyhole Plain sits on the cliffs near Torquay, a proper curiosity that's become something of a local talking point. It's a wide, open stretch of grassland perched above the coast, the sort of place where you can stand and actually feel the wind pushing at you. The views across the bay are genuinely good, especially on clearer days when you can trace the curve of the coastline all the way down.

What you're really here for is the walk itself rather than a specific attraction. It's accessible from the surrounding coastal paths, and families with decent mobility will find it straightforward enough. The ground is open and relatively flat, so you won't spend ages scrambling over rocks. Walkers appreciate it as a natural waypoint on longer cliff-top routes, and it's free to access - there's no entrance fee or barrier.

The location works well if you're staying at one of the nearby parks like Parkdean Resorts Torquay Holiday Park or Hoburne Devon Bay, both just a few miles away. You could easily combine it with a broader coastal walk or use it as a spot to let the kids burn off energy before heading back to the caravan or lodge. Allow 45 minutes to an hour if you're stopping to take in the views and have a proper look around. Go on a clear morning - the light catches the sea differently, and you'll avoid the afternoon crowds from the town.