Greenway Quay & Ferry Service

The ferry from Greenway Quay is one of those rare transport routes that feels more like an excursion than a commute. You're crossing the River Dart on a proper working boat, watching the water churn beneath you while Devon's green hills rise up on either side. The quay itself sits near Paignton, but the real draw is the journey - and where it takes you. This is the landing point for Greenway House, Agatha Christie's holiday home, which sits just beyond the water. Even if you're not bothered about the famous crime writer, the ferry crossing is worth doing for the views alone. It's a five-minute ride, maybe ten, but it pulls you right out of the everyday. The quay has a proper local feel - no theme park nonsense, just a functional spot where people get on with their business. You'll find the usual refreshments while you wait, and a modest car park if you're driving from Paignton. Families with kids quite enjoy it because it's genuinely different from a standard holiday activity. Walkers especially rate the route because you can combine the ferry with a decent hike through the Dart Valley either side. The crossing runs regularly through the day, though it's worth checking times before you head down. If you're staying at any of the nearby parks - Waterside Holiday Park and Hoburne Devon Bay are closest - it's an easy half-day excursion that won't cost you a fortune. Worth the detour if you like boats and river walks. Skippable if you're after something flashy.