Where to launch if you have your own boat

The only craft which can be launched directly from the beach are those that can be carried - boards, kayaks and small inflatables- all other craft have to launch from either Polly Steps or Gales Hill.

A launch site is also available at Coombe Cellars, two miles upriver from Shaldon, which is suitable for small craft and dinghies and is mainly used by the local water ski club and dinghy sailing club.

Teignmouth Harbour Notice to Mariners requests that all power driven craft should register before launching. Registration cost just £10pa and forms are available from the Harbour Office and the car park attendendant at Polly Steps, Teign Diving Centre or SeaSports SW. The form can also be downloaded from the harbourmaster and there is a link on our website. Operators of non-powered craft are encouraged to register at their discretion.

All craft are required to maintain a safe speed not exceeding 6 Knots in the harbour. They must comply with the Collision Regulations and must keep clear of commercial vessels.

PWC's may not operate in the harbour other than to transit between Polly Steps and the harbour entrance and may only do so between the hours of sunrise and sunset.

For further information about Teignmouth Harbour, download the Water Users guide from the Harbour website.

Powered craft should not operate inside the area marked with yellow buoys. There is a beach approach lane opposite the Coastwatch Lookout. Craft approaching the beach should approach slowly and beware of swimmers.