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  Teignmouth - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Teignmouth (pronounced 'Tinmouth') is a town on the east bank of the estuary mouth of the River Teign in south Devon, United Kingdom.
The western half of the town was destroyed (apart from the Jolly Sailor public house) by fire during a brief invasion by the French in 1690, the last invasion of England (though not of Britain as the French invaded Carreg Gwastad, near Fishguard, Pembrokeshire in 1797).
Teignmouth railway station is close to the town centre and is served by trains to most stations in Devon was well as London and further afield.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Teignmouth   (374 words)

  
 Teignmouth Lifeboat, Devon, Homepage
The Teignmouth RNLI lifeboat 'Frank and Dorothy' was launched immediately and took 1 adult and the 4 children to Shaldon Beach, and then returned to the casualty speedboat, and took it and its owner under-tow to its mooring in Ringmore.
Teignmouth lifeboat, which was already at sea as part of an exercise, Torbay and Exmouth all-weather lifeboats were all tasked to search the area between Berry Head up to and into the River Exe.
Teignmouth lifeboat was launched to help 3 teenage girls who had been thrown into the water when their personal watercraft capsized about 200 yards off Eastcliff Beach.
www.teignmouthlifeboat.org   (743 words)

  
 Teignmouth
Teignmouth is in the hundred of Exminster, at the mouth of the river Teign, on the north side of the river, about sixteen miles south of Exeter.
Teignmouth is much frequented as a bathing-place, and has every accommodation for invalids.
East Teignmouth church is near the sea-shore; it has been rebuilt within a few years on an enlarged scale: the former church was an ancient fabric, with a massive tower, and had some windows and other parts of Norman architecture.
www.oldtowns.co.uk /Devon/teignmouth.htm   (396 words)

  
 Etched on Devon's Memory
TEIGNMOUTH is, except for Exmouth, the oldest seaside resort in Devon.
In 1340 the port of Teignmouth was burnt by the French, but the worst catastrophe occurred on 13 July 1690 when the French, under de Tourville, bombarded and fired the town without opposition.
Teignmouth was a fashionable seaside resort in the late 18th early 19th century Both Keats and Fanny Burney stayed here, among other notable people.
www.devon.gov.uk /etched?url=etched/ixbin/hixclient.exe&_IXP_=1&_IXR=110638   (837 words)

  
 ActivityForum - Teignmouth RFC - Home Page   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Teignmouth had the honour of playing in the official trial match in which all members of the touring team appeared.
With Teignmouth lying second from bottom in the relegation zone news was received that OPM's, the team who lead Teignmouth by 1 point, had fielded an illegible player and were likely to have points deducted.
Teignmouth's run-in was especially difficult, with the team having to travel away to the of Honiton, Sidmouth and Cullompton,.
www.rfu.com /clubs/index.cfm/fuseaction/hm.home/grou_select/1171/page_id/7167.htm   (2808 words)

  
 GENUKI: Teignmouth, Devon - Genealogy
East Teignmouth church, now pulled down for the erection of a new edifice, was probably one of the earliest structures built after the coming of the Normans, and was dedicated to St Michael.
The trade of Teignmouth consists chiefly of commercial intercourse with Newfoundland; the exportation of clay and granite, and the importation of coal, is carried on principally in craft, built at the place, where are yards for launching vessels of 3 to 400 tons.
District of Teignbridge, Devon: town of Teignmouth and parish of Shaldon.
genuki.cs.ncl.ac.uk /DEV/Teignmouth   (1170 words)

  
 Teignmouth in Devon
Teignmouth is a wonderful seaside town on the south coast of Devon, between
Teignmouth is, in fact, almost the oldest seaside resort in Devon and the years of experience have definitely ensured a wonderfully rich holiday atmosphere.
The fame of Teignmouth as a resort town has long been known, with many famous people, including the poet Keats, being counted among it's visitors.
www.netconstructors.co.uk /magicalplaces/places/devon/tmouth.htm   (128 words)

  
 Teignmouth Town Council
Nestling below Haldon hills to the north, Teignmouth lies along a stretch of red sandstone coast at the unspoilt estuary of the river Teign, born on high Dartmoor.
Teignmouth claims record-breaking hours of sunshine and its remarkable geographical position ensures reasonable weather for much of the time.
The wealth of affluent Victorians was significant to the re-invention of Teignmouth that had suffered a devastating invasion by the French in 1690.
www.teignmouth-town.co.uk /infopage.asp?infoid=260   (499 words)

  
 Teignmouth Self Catering Tourist Accommodation
Teignmouth is a delightful unspoilt holiday town nestling at the mouth of the river Teign.
Teignmouth is reached by passenger ferry over the river or by car or walking across the bridge.
In the gardens you will find the cannons that he brought back in 1816 from the seige of Algiers and there is also the "Orangery" with some lovely exotic plants and flowers.
www.devonuk.net /Riverside/local.htm   (445 words)

  
 Property Hot Spot: Teignmouth, Devon Independent, The (London) - FindArticles
"Teignmouth's harbour is active and it is from here that some of the world's finest clays are exported," says Andrew Cook of Bradleys estate agents.
Teignmouth has a pier and promenade with Victorian seafront and it is favoured, but not overwhelmed, by visitors in the summer.
Teignmouth is a popular regional base for those moving to the South-west, he adds.
www.findarticles.com /p/articles/mi_qn4158/is_200403/ai_n12776536   (402 words)

  
 Teignmouth&Shaldon Museum   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Charles Babbage was born in London on 26th September 1791, not in Alphington or Teignmouth as many biographical dictionaries suggest.
In 1808 the Babbage family moved into the old Rowdens house in East Teignmouth, and his father became a warden of the nearby St. Michael’s Church.
He was buried in St. Michael’s Church on the 13th February, according to his wishes “in a private a manner as possible and with as little expense as may be consistent with decency”.
www.teignmuseum.org.uk /pages/museum/inTeignmouth/babbage.html   (179 words)

  
 Port of Teignmouth
Located on the south coast and with excellent transport links to the M5 motorway, Teignmouth is ideally situated to serve the south-west of England.
For over two centuries, the port has handled local ball clay which is distributed in shipments of up to 3,500 tonnes to all parts of Europe.
Teignmouth operates its own fully computerised warehouse stock-control system and, over the past few years, has built up a substantial animal-feed importation business.
www.abports.co.uk /custinfo/ports/teign.htm   (242 words)

  
 Carnival, Summer Carnival, Illuminated Winter Carnival in Teignmouth, South Devon - Carnival Website
Teignmouth, in South Devon, has two Carnivals annually, the first is held in the last week of July, with a variety of events held on The Den (the green on the seafront) during the week, most of which are FREE, including live music on many evenings.
This year, the dates are Tuesday 25th to Saturday 29th July 2006, with the Carnival procession taking place around the town on the Friday evening, July 28th, commencing at 7.00p.m.
Teignmouth Sea Cadets entry in Teignmouth Carnival Procession Summer 2005.
www.teignmouthcarnival.co.uk   (198 words)

  
 Teignmouth & Shaldon Guide, Your Guide to Places to Stay in Teignmouth & Shaldon
As one of Devon's oldest seaside resorts Teignmouth retains much of the quaint charm and homely atmosphere which has drawn generations of visitors looking for the traditional activities found beside the sea.
The long sandy beach, complete with donkey rides, is a magnet for the children, while the bathing, other than in the estuary, is among the safest in the West Country.
Teignmouth is famous for its floral attractions, which have won numerous accolades.
www.resort-guide.co.uk /pagedest.php3?destcode=98   (684 words)

  
 Teignmouth - Destinations National Shopping at dooyoo.co.uk
Teignmouth is a seaside town on the south coast of Devon, England.
Just returned from Teignmouth in Devon after a week's stay after 23yrs,was 12 years old the last time.
The train station is still the same as when my parents came up in 1968 for thire honeymoon.
www.dooyoo.co.uk /destinations-national/teignmouth   (143 words)

  
 Teignmouth - Babbacombe
Teignmouth is on the A379 from Exeter and Torquay, and connects with the M5 near Exeter.
It is difficult to find from Teignmouth however, as pedestrians are not allowed on the first section of the road.
The best thing to do is follow the footpath at the back of the town to cross the railway line, then follow the road signs from there (mainly about a weight limit on the bridge!).
www.explorethesouthwestcoastpath.co.uk /teignmouth2babbacombe.html   (947 words)

  
 Amazon.com: Teignmouth: Music: Love Is Colder than Death   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Teignmouth was the first LiCTD CD that I listened to, after having been exposed to the dancefloor favorite "For One Ludwig F." numerous times in goth-industrial clubs.
At home I listen to Teignmouth both in its entirety (meaning I've never dreamed about skipping tracks) or where I've ripped a few of the tracks to mp3 so that I can enjoy them while jogging or hiking.
Overall, Teignmouth has a rather carefree or lofty attitude that lends itself to being an excellent source of music for traveling and exploring new places.
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 Spirit of Teignmouth — Community-Based World Beater   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
The “Spirit of Teignmouth” is a state-of-the-art multi-hull sailing yacht (tri-maran) built to enable one man, Simon Chalk, to take on the world's oceans and create sailing history.
The “Spirit of Teignmouth” project is focused on getting involvement from local schools and the wider community.
Simon's key aim is to encourage the next generation to think about their ambitions and to show them that there are no limits to what an individual can achieve.
www.spirit-of-teignmouth.com /home.php   (106 words)

  
 Teignmouth Harbour
The principal Order is the Teignmouth Harbour Order 1924 as amended by the Teignmouth Harbour Revision Order 2003.
The role of the Harbour Commission is primarily as the Navigational Authority regulating marine operations within Teignmouth Harbour from the river mouth to Newton Abbot.
If you wish to know more about the Commission and its operations these are set out in the Operating Manual which can be viewed at the Offices of the Harbour Master or Clerk or a copy can be purchased on CD at a cost of £10.
www.teignmouth-harbour.com   (222 words)

  
 Teignmouth Devon, a holiday and tourist travel guide from TourUK
Teignmouth, A381 turnoff from the A380 Exeter to Newton Abbot road, or take the A379 Dawlish road from Exeter along the River Exe and take the coast road B3199 at Dawlish.
Teignmouth is at the mouth of the River Teign which goes inland to Newton Abbot.
A port as well as a resort, Teignmouth is a major exporter of china clay.
www.touruk.co.uk /devon/dev_tei.htm   (177 words)

  
 Teignmouth
Teignmouth is a port on the south coast of Devon, England.
An historic and attractive town, Teignmouth's sandy beach and pleasant surroundings make it a popular UK holiday destination.
Part of an early OS Map showing Teignmouth and Dawlish.
www.btinternet.com /~simon_tapper/teignmouth.htm   (63 words)

  
 Teignmouth -   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Image:Teignmouth - Devon dot.png Image:TeignmouthSeaFront.jpg Teignmouth (pronounced 'Tinmouth') is a town on the east bank of the estuary mouth of the River Teign in south Devon, United Kingdom.
The town grew from a fishing port to a fashionable resort of some note in Georgian times with further expansion after the coming of the atmospheric railway built by Isambard Kingdom Brunel which runs along a stone embankment between the sea and cliffs for several miles to the east towards Dawlish.
The western half of the town was destroyed (apart from the Jolly Sailor public house) by fire during a brief invasion by the French in 1690, the last invasion of England (though not of Britain as the French invaded Pembroke in 1797).
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 Teignmouth bed and breakfast, cottage and self catering accommodation, Teignmouth guest houses, hotels & other holiday ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Teignmouth bed and breakfast, cottage and self catering accommodation, Teignmouth guest houses, hotels & other holiday accommodation and places to stay in Teignmouth.
Teignmouth holiday accommodation and places to stay including bed and breakfast (B&B) in Teignmouth, cottages, guest houses, hotels in Teignmouth, chalets, holiday lets, flats & apartments, camp sites & caravan parks.
Teignmouth is a lovely resort on the south Devon coast.
www.gocoastal.co.uk /resort_guides/teignmouth   (748 words)

  
 GENUKI: East Teignmouth, Devon - Genealogy   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
The Earl of Devon is lord of the manor of East Teignmouth.
East Teignmouth Church (St. Michael,) was rebuilt in 1822-3, and is a neat cruciform structure, with a tower containing a clock and a bell.
The interior is well arranged, and has a finely carved altar-piece, over which is a painting of Christ, crowned with thorns.
genuki.cs.ncl.ac.uk /DEV/Teignmouth/EastTeignmouth   (353 words)

  
 GuideMeTo Teignmouth - activities, attractions & accommodation in Teignmouth, Devon. Accommodation database for ...
GuideMeTo Teignmouth - activities, attractions & accommodation in Teignmouth, Devon.
Accommodation database for Teignmouth hotels, Teignmouth guest houses, Teignmouth caravan and campsites.
Teignmouth has a working harbour and it is often possible to see one or
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 Search Results for "Teignmouth"   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
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 Potters Mooring Hotel, Teignmouth UK — Devon Guest House
The beautiful Devon guest house Potters Mooring was formerly a Sea Captains Residence and dates from 1625 when Shaldon and Teignmouth were small fishing communities.
Today, Potters Mooring in Shaldon nr Teignmouth UK, has been lovingly refurbished to the highest standards, retaining its quiet charm and historic appeal.
If you book early you could choose a river view room, overlooking the river Teign towards Teignmouth or a room overlooking the tranquil bowling green so enjoyed by locals and visitors to the UK alike.
www.pottersmooring.co.uk   (256 words)

  
 Uk Teignmouth at Local.co.uk   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Accommodation Database of hotels, guest houses, caravan and campsites, holiday flats and self catering accommodation in Teignmouth, Devon.
Teignmouth Museum, situated opposite the railway station, was first opened in...
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