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The Great Britain Guide

Wild swimming spots · South West England

Sharrah Pool

In or near Buckland in the Moor.

Sharrah Pool — a wild swimming in england south west.

River Dart near Hockingston Marsh, 2000 - geograph.org.uk - 5575815

Derek Harper — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
Buckfastleigh · 7.3 km

About

Sharrah Pool is a wild swimming located in england south west, mapped by OpenStreetMap contributors. Detailed amenities and visitor information may vary; check the OSM page for the latest tagged metadata.

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Protected designations

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: Holne Woodlands SSSI

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Sharrah Pool is a wild swimming location situated in South-West England. It features a natural pool formed by the River Dart, surrounded by woodland. Visitors can expect a tranquil environment for swimming and relaxation in a scenic setting. The area is popular for its clear waters and natural beauty, attracting outdoor enthusiasts.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
50.5301, -3.8404
County
Devon
District
Teignbridge
Parish
Widecombe in the Moor
Postcode
TQ13 7NY
Parliamentary constituency
Central Devon
Nearest railway station
Buckfastleigh7.3 km

Sources

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Where to eat & stay near Sharrah Pool

Places to stay

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Sharrah Pool?
Sharrah Pool is in Devon, South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode TQ13 7NY), in the parish of Widecombe in the Moor.
What is Sharrah Pool?
Sharrah Pool — a wild swimming in england south west.
How do I get to Sharrah Pool?
The nearest railway station is Buckfastleigh, about 7.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode TQ13 7NY.
Is Sharrah Pool a protected site?
Yes — Sharrah Pool is part of the Holne Woodlands SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
How do I get to Sharrah Pool?
The nearest railway station is Buckfastleigh, about 7.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode TQ13 7NY.