DAWLISH, urban district and seaside resort, Tiverton par liamentary division, Devon, England, on the English channel at the mouth of Dawlish brook, 12 M. S. from Exeter by G.W. rail way. Pop. 0931) 4,578. It lies on a cove sheltered by two head lands, and both sides of the Dawlish brook are lined by pleasure grounds. The warm climate and excellent bathing attract many visitors in spring and early summer. It holds an annual fair on Easter Monday and a regatta in August or September. Until its sale, in the gth century, the site of Dawlish belonged to Exeter cathedral from o5o.