If you’re looking to add a bit of coastal adventure to your stay at the TLH Leisure Resort, you don’t need to drive anywhere or navigate busy carparks. One of the best water sports experiences in South Devon is practically right on your doorstep on the glorious shores of Torre Abbey Sands.
Snappy SUPs offers friendly, safety-first stand-up paddleboard hire and expert tuition in Torbay, making it effortless to step off resort grounds and straight onto the water.
Paddleboarding from your Doorstep
One of the biggest perks for guests staying at the TLH Leisure Resort—whether at the Derwent, Victoria, Carlton, or Toorak hotels—is the unbeatable location.
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A 10-Minute Walk Down the Hill: You can literally walk out of the main resort entrance, take a scenic 10-minute stroll down through the historic Abbey Gardens and find yourself right on the beach at Abbey Sands.
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No Car Needed: Leave your car parked safely in the hotel carpark. There’s no need to hunt for seafront parking or worry about beach meters.
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Easy Back-and-Forth: Slip into your swimwear and flip-flops at the hotel, head down for an hour’s paddle on the bay and stroll straight back up to the resort for a dip in the indoor pool or a relaxing lunch on the terrace.
Why Choose Snappy SUPs at Abbey Sands?
Torbay’s sheltered bay creates remarkably calm, mirror-like waters—making Abbey Sands one of the safest and most enjoyable places in the South West to try stand-up paddleboarding.
Snappy SUPs focuses heavily on building confidence and understanding water safety, ensuring paddlers of all experience levels have a brilliant time out on the sea.
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Beginner-Friendly: Clear instruction on launch techniques, balance and water safety so you feel completely secure.
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Top-Quality Equipment: Well-maintained inflatable and rigid boards with buoyancy aids provided as standard.
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Great for Everyone: Suitable for solo travellers, couples, families and larger groups looking for a memorable activity together.
Popular Sessions & Board Hire
Whether you want a quick self-guided paddle or full coaching to build your skills, Snappy SUPs has flexible options available:
How to Book Your Paddleboard Session
Because Abbey Sands is a hugely popular spot during peak holiday periods, reserving your gear ahead of time is highly recommended.
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Book Online: Check availability and secure your spot directly through the Snappy SUPs Booking Page.
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What to Take: Swimwear, a towel, high-SPF sun cream and water shoes if you have them. All safety gear and boards are ready for you on arrival at the beach.