Dawlish Warren facts for kids
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The beach at Dawlish Warren looking towards the town of Dawlish |
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| OS grid reference | SX979786 |
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| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | DAWLISH |
| Postcode district | EX7 |
| Dialling code | 01626 |
| Police | Devon and Cornwall |
| Fire | Devon and Somerset |
| Ambulance | South Western |
| EU Parliament | South West England |
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Dawlish Warren is a fun seaside resort in Devon, England. It's close to the town of Dawlish. Most of Dawlish Warren is made up of places for people to stay on holiday, like caravan parks. It's a popular spot for families looking for a beach getaway.
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Exploring Dawlish Warren's Location
Dawlish Warren sits at the mouth of the Exe Estuary, across from Exmouth. It has a lovely beach, a huge National Nature Reserve (about 506 acres!), and a golf course. The golf course is also a special protected area for nature.
The famous sand spit at Dawlish Warren is home to both the golf course and the nature reserve. This reserve became a National Nature Reserve in 2000. Over the last 100 years, this sand spit has gotten smaller. This is partly because of a breakwater built nearby. This breakwater changed how sand moves along the coast.
Dawlish Warren beach is a great place to swim and play. In the past, there were some concerns about water quality. But now, a new sewage treatment plant has been built. This means both Dawlish Warren and Dawlish beaches have won the Blue Flag award. This award shows that the bathing waters are very clean and safe.
Fun for Visitors: Tourism in Dawlish Warren
This part of south Devon has great weather. This brings thousands of visitors to Dawlish Warren every summer. Because of this, the local economy depends a lot on tourism. Many caravan and camping parks in the village are very popular. They can add over 15,000 people to the local population during the summer months.
There are several holiday parks that attract visitors from all over the UK. Many come from the West Midlands and South Wales. Some of the major holiday parks include Welcome, Hazelwood, Cofton, Golden Sands, Dawlish Sands, Peppermint Park, Lady's Mile, and Oakcliff. In 2008, Peppermint Park and Golden Sands joined Dawlish Sands as part of Park Holidays UK. The name 'Peppermint Park' is no longer used, and the site is now called 'Golden Sands'.
Local Spots: Amenities in Dawlish Warren
Dawlish Warren has useful places like a doctor's office and a pharmacy. There's also a local supermarket and several gift shops. These shops sell souvenirs and other items for tourists.
You can find many places to eat here. There are restaurants and takeaway spots. You can also visit local bars and pubs. The Warren Bridge Inn is one example. The Mount Pleasant Inn is another, which is very old, dating back to before the 1750s. It's just outside the main resort area.
Getting Around: Transport in Dawlish Warren
The resort has its own train station, Dawlish Warren railway station. It's only a few minutes' walk from the beach. This station is on the Riviera Line. This line is part of the Great Western Main Line. You can catch trains operated by Great Western Railway. These trains go between Exmouth, Exeter, and Paignton.
You can also walk to Dawlish from Dawlish Warren. It's about a 1.5-mile walk along the South Devon Railway sea wall.
Local bus services are mainly run by Stagecoach South West. Some key bus routes that serve the town include:
- Route 22: From Dawlish Warren to South Devon College in Paignton.
- Route 187: From Dawlish Warren to Dawlish.
Community Life: Religion in Dawlish Warren
Dawlish Warren is part of the larger area called Dawlish. However, for church matters, it belongs to the parish of Cofton. There isn't a church building right in Dawlish Warren itself. But there is St Mary's Church Hall. This hall is near the railway station. It's used for church services and other community events.
