6. Little Haldon Heaths

Picnic sites close to Bishopsteignton and Teignmouth, with excellent estuary views.

Site Description
Situated to the north of the Teign Estuary, Little Haldon is particularly important for its large areas of lowland heath. Little Haldon is rich in wildlife and the Council-managed site here comprises two small areas of lowland heath, each with a car park and picnic area, linked by a public footpath: Whitewells Picnic Area & Car Park and Postman's Path Picnic Area & Car Park.

Facilities include;
* Free parking - two small car parks both with height restriction barriers
(2.1m high at White Wells, 2.2m at Postman's Path)
* Dog bins
* Picnic benches
* Information Boards
* Disabled access to view point and some picnic benches

Location And Access

Little Haldon Heaths are on a ridge about a mile north of Bishopsteignton on the north side of the River Teign. They can be reached from the road along the southern edge of Teignmouth Golf Course. 'White Wells' picnic site is at the south west corner of the golf course and 'Postmans Path' picnic site is at the top of Shepherd's Lane. Postman's Path itself is a public footpath joining the two picnic sites.

Wheelchair access is unfortunately impractical along the Postman's Path but the two car parks and some of the picnic tables are 'wheelchair friendly.'

Grid Ref: SX 914 750 and SX 920 750
Red dot = main entrance