Teignmouth is a busy seaside town with a population of approx. 15,000. It also trades as a small port with docks handling the redistribution of bulk cargo and has associated light industrial and engineering units.

Said to be one of Devon's oldest seaside resorts, the town and its neighbouring picturesque villages of Shaldon and Bishopsteignton are conveniently situated within commuting distance of the M5 and the A38 providing a fast route to London (approx. 185 miles), and Birmingham (approx. 175 miles)

Also within easy reach is the market town of Newton Abbot, the cathedral city of Exeter and the coastal towns of Torquay, Paignton, Brixham and Dawlish. Teignmouth is served by a main line railway station and for travelling further afield Exeter's airport and the ferry port of Plymouth are both easily accessed.

There are many facilities for both water and land-based sports with bowling, golf, tennis, fishing and ridingclubs and centres nearby. There is a golf course situated just outside Teignmouth, with excellent views of the coast. For keen walkers, the Dartmoor National Park is approx. 12 miles distant.

Teignmouth boasts a long sandy beach ideal for families and the pier and promenade offer a variety of activities for all ages.