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Beaches in North Devon

North Devon beaches are some of the largest, unspoilt and memorable in the UK. Any time of the year, the beaches offer long walks on golden sands, surf that beginners and experts can enjoy, and family fun! Alongside the photogenic and award winning Woolacombe, Saunton Sands and world-famous Croyde beaches there are many other beaches that are postcard perfect, found in plain view or hidden amongst the dramatic North Devon coastline. You can see some of these beaches below, but there are many more off the beaten track to explore.

So, whether you’re looking for a great day out with the family or are looking for an adventure, North Devon beaches tick all the right boxes. With most beaches easily accessed by car, they are perfect for watersports. No matter if you want to try surfing, paddleboarding, windsurfing, kite surfing or swimming, you will find a beach to suit your level of ability. If you're new or just starting out then there are plenty of surf schools to get you started.

If walking and simply enjoying the scenery is more your thing, the beaches are daisy chained together by the South West Coast Path offering breathtaking views for mile after mile. With some variances by season, most beaches are dog-friendly too.

Plus a wealth of traditional pubs, cafes and restaurants provide a place to relax in after a day in the sun! When it comes to beaches, no one doubts that North Devon leads the way in quality and quantity!

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Putsborough Sands

Georgeham, Braunton

Three miles of golden sands stretching north towards Woolacombe and Morte Point and south towards Baggy Point make up Putsborough.
It is one of the finest delightful...
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Barricane Beach

Woolacombe

Barricane is a picturesque cove tucked in between the rocks, famous for cowries and other exotic sea shells.
Local folklore says that these shells have travelled off the...
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Watermouth Bay

Ilfracombe

Watermouth cove offers a very sheltered secluded harbour shielded by the natural breakwater of Sexton's Burrows as well as picture-perfect views.
This has created an...
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Combe Martin Beach

Ilfracombe

Image credit - Lindsay Derbyshire

A large area of sand set in Combe Martin a small resort town located at the western edge of the Exmoor National Park is the home...
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Lynmouth Beach

Lynmouth

Image Credit - Jill Turner

Surrounded by the spectacular wooded hills of Exmoor National Park Lynmouth offers some of the best cliff top drives and walks around...
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Braunton Burrows

Braunton

Braunton Burrows, is one of the largest sand dune systems in the British Isles. At the heart of the North Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) it is a UNESCO...
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Rockham Beach (Mortehoe)

Woolacombe

A small secluded bay with good rock pools is a good way to describe Mortehoe.
The sandy rocky beach comprises of the perfect combination for some fabulous hidden rock...
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Bucks Mills Beach

Nr Clovelly

Bucks Mills is a rocky secluded cove at the bottom end of the picturesque village. It is quite popular for fishing but limited access means it is quiet most of the time.
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Saunton Sands

Saunton

A key component of North Devon's golden coast, Saunton Sands is a long straight sandy beach backed by the impressive Braunton Burrows a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. This is a...
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Westward Ho! Beach

Bideford

Westward Ho! is a beach geared up to cater for every tourist's needs. With seaside shops, toilets and a range of food outlets, Westward Ho! is a popular family beach.
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Wild Pear Beach

Ilfracombe

After completing the testing and steep walk of approximately 2kms you are free to enjoy what is a wonderfully quiet and peaceful little beach. The rocky beach protected from...
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Wildersmouth Beach

Ilfracombe

This ancient cove was a popular bay for smugglers. High sided cliffs drop down to a small rocky bay with shingle and sand. This bay is sheltered and peaceful.
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Combesgate Beach

Woolacombe

Combesgate is a lovely secluded beach located approximately 600 metres north of Woolacombe beach with some attractive rock pools ideal for children to explore.
Access...
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Woolacombe Beach

Woolacombe

Woolacombe is one of the finest beaches in the West Country, and it is easy to see why it has won numerous awards. It’s a big favourite with families and surfers attracting...
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Croyde Beach

Braunton

Croyde Bay is a sandy beach backed by sand dunes and situated in a small bay on the North Devon Coast.
Croyde Bay is very popular with swimmers more experienced surfers...
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Instow Beach

Bideford

A wheelchair accessible sandy beach set where the Torridge River meets the Taw estuary. This is an attractive area and has always been popular with artists.
There is...
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Lee Bay Beach

Ilfracombe

Image credit - Linda Thompson

This wonderfully secluded beach regarded by some as 'the jewel in the crown of Lee' is located 2 miles West of Ilfracombe a...