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Wild Swimming Torbay: Adventures on Devon's Riviera
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Wild Swimming Torbay: Adventures on Devon's Riviera

bySophie Pierce & Matt Newbury

2023

A lovingly-researched guide taking readers beyond Torbay's popular beaches into a hidden world along its 22 miles of coastline, from the terracotta crags of Maidencombe to the limestone arch at London Bridge. Fifteen detailed swims are packed with practical information alongside the history, popular culture, geology and marine biology of each stretch of coast, with underwater images by diver Dan Bolt. Published by Wild Things Publishing in 2023.

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