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Beaches in Devon
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Bantham
A wide stretch of sand by south coast standards, Bantham is backed by dunes. When conditions are right, surfing is possible here.
50.279
-3.883
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Bigbury on Sea Beach
Bigbury on Sea Beach is a popular family destination, with easy access and good parking. Just across the water is Burgh Island, where Agatha Christie and Noel Coward once kicked up their heels. You can visit the island during the summer courtesy of a special ‘sea tractor’.
50.281
-3.896
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East Portlemouth Beaches
Along with Sunny Cove, Mill Bay opposite Salcombe on Kingsbridge Estuary can be reached via a regular pedestrian ferry from Salcombe, there is also parking available. The beaches are lovely, there is a stream and good facilities.
50.23
-3.767
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Ness Cove
This pretty beach nestled at the foot of Ness Headland is reached through an old smugglers tunnel.
50.535
-3.499
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Blackpool Sands
Just around the corner from Dartmouth, Blackpool Sands is known for its clear waters. Backed by heavily wooded cliffs, this crescent-shaped beach is one of the prettiest in the area.
50.318
-3.611
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Woolacombe Sand
At first glance, Woolacombe appears to have been somewhat swamped by modern holiday facilities, with rows of hotels, shops and cafes. Once on the beach, however, it’s easy to ignore the tussle of commerce going on in the town - extensive dunes shield the development and leave you to enjoy three miles of flat, wide sand. Even on the busiest summer day, if you’re happy to take a stroll along the beach, you’ll find a quiet spot to lay your towel.
51.158
-4.215
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51.147
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50.472
-3.502
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50.479
-3.51
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50.407
-3.554
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Churston Cove
This pretty little cove is reached by a steep woodland path. An idyllic spot surrounded by wooded hillsides and cliffs.
50.402
-3.523
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50.574
-3.468
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Croyde Bay
Devon’s answer to Fistral Beach in Cornwall, Croyde Bay is one of the best known surf spots in the country. It draws a young and sporty crowd, and when the surf’s up, there’s a real buzz on this beach.
51.13
-4.242
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50.58
-3.464
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50.599
-3.439
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Exmouth Beach
This shingly beach is easily accessed from Exmouth seafront, with plenty of parking and facilities nearby. At low tide, there are rock pools to explore; just don't stray too close to the forbodingly-named Conger Rocks.
50.611
-3.406
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50.422
-3.559
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Hollicombe Beach
High red sandstone cliffs shelter this beach making it a real suntrap and good escape from the bustle of Torquay. However, the soft sandstone cliffs can be unstable, so the beach is sometimes closed due to landslips.
50.448
-3.553
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50.242
-3.861
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50.505
-3.514
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Man Sands
Accessable only by foot on the South West Coast Path, this sand and pebble beach maintains a feeling of wildness. An area of wetland next to the beach is home to many birds.
50.371
-3.517
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50.459
-3.504
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Mothecombe Beach
Large, sheltered and unspoilt this beach has lots of fine sand at low tide and safe areas to bathe in shallow waters. Situated at the mouth of the River Erme and forming part of the Flete Estate, the beach has plenty of rocks to explore and climb.
Good parking (although a 15 minute walk down a winding pathway) is nearby along with a shop, café and toilets. The beach is open to the public on Wednesdays and weekends.
50.31
-3.953
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50.482
-3.515
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Paignton Sands
The long flat reddish sands are family-friendly, with Punch and Judy, pedalos paddling and a pier.
50.436
-3.558
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Preston Sands
Next to Paignton Sands this is also a popular family beach, with colourful beach huts and a long promenade. Go rockpooling at low tide at the northern end.
50.443
-3.557
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Rockham Bay
One of the few hidden little coves on this stretch of coastline, Rockham is also not the easiest beach to get to. A bit of a walk plus three flights of steps are off-putting for many, so if you’re after a bit of peace and don’t mind making the effort, this is a great choice.
51.193
-4.209
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50.541
-3.507
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Shoalstone Beach
Brixham's town beach is right next to the open air seawater swimming pool and the prom.
50.401
-3.497
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Slapton Sands
This pebbly beach stretches for three miles next to a narrow strip of coastal road.There are opportunities for windsurfing, sailing and canoeing.
50.283
-3.646
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Soar Mill Cove
The mile long walk from the car park discourages some, but it is worth the effort - Soar Mill Cove is a perfect little beach of fine sand and rock pools.
50.222
-3.829
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South Milton Sands Beach
At the far eastern end of Thurlestone Sands, South Milton Sands has a manned National Trust car park, good toilets and a splendid cafe. The wide sands attract families and water sports enthusiasts, with favourable conditions for surfing, windsurfing and canoeing.
50.257
-3.861
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St Mary's Bay
This little sand and shingle bay sits next to Sharkham point. If you don't fancy the scramble down, you can opt to admire the view from one of benches on the South West Coast Path that runs along the cliffs above the bay.
50.386
-3.505
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Sugary Cove
Historic Dartmouth castle overlooks this little cove at the mouth of the river Dart. The grassy picnic area above the cove makes a good place for a pitstop.
50.341
-3.566
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50.542
-3.5
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Teignmouth Beach
This long, sandy, family beach stretches from the mouth of the estauary east towards Dawlish. On a clear day, you can spot Portland Bill.
50.543
-3.494
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Thurlestone Sands
This is the quieter western end of the beach. South Milton and Thurlestone Rock (once painted by Turner) lie at the eastern end, where there is a cafe and toilets.
50.262
-3.86
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Torre Abbey Sands
According to scientists, Torre Abbey Sands at Torquay has the best sand-castle-building sand in the whole of Britain! So pack your buckets and spades and get to work. The ultimate sandcastle competition is on...
50.461
-3.537
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51.211
-4.128
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50.495
-3.515
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 | The wide open spaces and big skies of Dartmoor naturally divide Devon into three parts. The North is dominated by sweeping expanses of beach, aching to be sunbathed on, walked on and played on. Green rolling hills and a gentle coastline characterise the South - a haven for food lovers, and home to Meccas like The River Cottage. While Dartmoor’s wild, blustery, romantic moors are the perfect antidote to city life, promising to blow away the cobwebs with a welcome blast of fresh, country air.
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