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Beaches near PaigntonFamilies have been flocking to Paignton for generations to enjoy a traditional English seaside resort. Much loved by the Victorians, the pleasures of Paignton have changed little – sand castle building, picnics on the beach and a dip in the sea. Paignton Zoo has a world-wide reputation for its conservational aims and offers an excellent day out for animal lovers; state-of-the-art enclosures afford the animals greater freedom to exhibit natural behaviour, which in turn makes for an exciting display for visitors. More »
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Paignton Sands
The long flat reddish sands are family-friendly, with Punch and Judy, pedalos paddling and a pier.
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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.
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Shoalstone Beach
Brixham's town beach is right next to the open air seawater swimming pool and the prom.
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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.
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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...
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