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South Devon has some of the best beaches in England – crystal clear waters, large sandy beaches and beautiful secluded coves.

With over 120 miles of stunning coastline running from Seaton to Plymouth, South Devon has over 50 beaches just waiting to be explored and enjoyed - view our South Devon Beaches Map to find them all.

Family Friendly Beaches

Kids and families will love the sandy beaches where you can spend hours building sandcastles and discovering creatures in rock pools, and many have lifeguards throughout the summer for extra safety. Plenty of beaches in South Devon have awards for water and beach quality, so you can be sure the kids are having good clean fun. If you want to know a bit more about beach safety – please see our safety guide.

Watersports

Sailing, surfing, kayaking, paddleboarding – and more – the beaches in South Devon are watersports havens – whether you are trying for the first time or a seasoned professional – there is no better way to explore the South Devon coastline than getting out on the water.

Dog Friendly Beaches

Many of the beaches in South Devon are dog friendly – some all year round and some just in the winter. So bring all the family and enjoy long strolls on the beach or a dip in the sea – check out our dog friendly beach guidefor more information.

To help you find your perfect beach in South Devon, we have developed our Top 10 beaches list with something for everyone, or if you want to explore further – we have a beach map for your convenience.

The South West Coast Path

If you want to get out and explore the coastline, take a walk along The South West Coast Path, which will guide you along the stunning panoramic sweep of coast, and also allow access to some hidden coves and beaches.

The South West Coast Path runs the length of the South Devon coast - and so you can be sure of well-kept and marked paths and signage to show you the way.

The Jurassic Coast

The Jurassic Coast covers 95 miles of stunning coastline running from Exmouth in South Devon to Studland in Dorset. The start of this coastline, in Exmouth, is marked with a five metre high ‘geo needle’ at Orcombe Point. The cliffs and beaches along the route record 185 million years of the earth’s history.

A geological ‘walk through time’ this part of the UK coastline spans the Triassic, Jurassic and Cretaceous periods and was awarded England’s first natural World Heritage Site status in 2001.

Much of Devon’s Jurassic Coast lies within the East Devon AONB meaning it’s an ideal habitat for rare and important plants, birds and animals. You might even spot dolphins and basking sharks whilst exploring.

Further Resources

If you would like further information then we recommend you check out other popular pages on our site such as Maps, Things To Do, Attractions, Accommodation, Hotels, Bed & Breakfasts, Holiday Parks, Holiday Cottages, What's On, Events and Wedding Venues. Alternatively, you can also check out some of our popular town and village pages such as Salcombe, Dartmouth, Newton Abbot, Exmouth, Sidmouth, Teignmouth, Dawlish and Tiverton.

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Holcombe Beach

Address

Holcombe, Teignmouth, Devon, EX7 0JL

dawtic@teignbridge.gov.uk

Holcombe, Teignmouth

A small cove situated at the base of the cliffs between Teignmouth and Dawlish. A small isolated beach used primarily by local residents.

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Bovisand Beach

Address

Bovisand, Devon

Bovisand

An Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), the main beach at Bovisand is a sheltered bay of yellow sand with cliffs either side. Popular with locals and families, there is a large expanse of flat sand when the tide is out, ideal for games.

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Unique Devon Tours

Address

3 Moorland Avenue, Denbury, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 6EU

Telephone
01803812556

alex@uniquedevontours.com

Newton Abbot

Unique Devon Tours arranges exclusive guided tours of Devon and beyond for small groups of up to six people. We offer a series of pre-meditated one day tours, or tours can be tailor-made according to the interests of the people in the party

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Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site Devon

Address

SEATON, Devon, EX12 2LD

Telephone
01305 225091

s.a.king@dorsetcc.gov.uk

SEATON

Enjoy the beauty of the Jurassic Coast in Devon, miles of breathtaking coastal paths, stunning views and historic landmarks.

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Coryton Cove Beach

Address

Dawlish, Devon

Telephone
+44 01626 215665

Dawlish

Rock pools to explore, occasional sightings of dolphins, brightly coloured painted beach huts, coupled with a sandy beach makes Coryton Cove a perfect day out.

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Lannacombe Beach

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For a taste of the West Country at its most rugged, wild and unspoilt, get yourself down to Lannacombe beach. Although it’s a small beach in comparison to some of the more expansive beaches further up the coast, Lannacombe is perfect if you want to...

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Ness Cove Beach

Address

Shaldon, South Devon

Shaldon

Ness Cove at Shaldon nestles in between magnificent red cliffs and is accessed via an original smuggler's tunnel. At the tunnel's end, you'll discover the perfect get away - life is truly a beach!

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South Milton Sands

Address

Thurlestone, Nr Kingsbridge, Devon

Nr Kingsbridge

If you want sand, stunning scenery and the chance to see rare wildlife on your holiday then Milton Sands has got the lot. It’s set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and behind the beach you can discover wetlands that have been designated as...

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Goodrington Sands Paignton

Address

Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6LN

Telephone
01803 665485

beaches@torbay.gov.uk

Paignton

Located close to Paignton on the South Devon coast, Goodrington has everything your family needs for a traditional seaside holiday. Goodrington beach is divided into two parts, the North Beach and the South Beach. If you’re bringing the dog, you can...

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Devon’s Top Attractions

Address

Devon Wide

Telephone
01392 201227

marketing@lotstodo.co.uk

Come rain or shine, whether you’re looking for a relaxing time or a full-on action packed day, it is all here with Devon’s Top Attractions www.devonstopattractions.co.uk
Devon' Top Attraction events mean there is always something going on in...

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Challaborough Beach

Address

Challaborough, Kingsbridge, Devon

Kingsbridge

Challaborough Bay Beach is a sheltered horseshoe cove with a fine sandy beach and rugged cliffs in the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB).
The beach is great for building sand castles and a low tide rock pools are exposed...

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Dawlish Town Beach

Address

Dawlish, Devon

Telephone
01626 215665

Dawlish

Within a short walk from the town centre, Dawlish Town Beach is ideal to escape the hustle and bustle of the town.

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Sidmouth to Beer Coast

Address

Sidmouth, Devon

Sidmouth

The coast between Sidmouth and Beer reflects the unique ‘walk through time’ that can be experienced along the length of the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site, of which this is a part.

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Torre Abbey Sands Torquay

Address

Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5JE

Telephone
01803 207975

beaches@torbay.gov.uk

Torquay

This delectable beach is part of the English Riviera and it lives up to its name with its stunning sands, views and sunshine. This is the main beach for Torquay, being popular with holidaymakers from the surrounding hotels, day visitors and locals.

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Sidmouth Town Beach

Address

The Esplanade, Sidmouth, Devon, EX10 8BD

Telephone
01395 516441

Sidmouth

Sidmouth Beach is a beautiful expanse of sand and shingle beach, clean, accessible, and surrounded by awe inspiring cliffs, perfect for families to spend a day.

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Beesands Beach

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Close to Kingsbridge in South Devon, Beesands has got all the right ingredients for a great beach holiday. It’s a mile-long shingle beach backed by fields and a freshwater lake. If you want a taste of old-school Devon life then this is the place...

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Hope Cove Beach

Address

Hope Cove, Nr Kingsbridge, Devon

Nr Kingsbridge

Hope Cove is made up of two sandy beaches in the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), near Salcombe, South Devon.
Mouthwell Sands to the north is the nearest beach to the car park. The longer Harbour beach sits just to its...

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Beer Beach

Address

Fore Street, Beer, Seaton, Devon, EX12 3EQ

Telephone
01297 21660

Seaton

Picturesque fishing village with high chalk cliffs.

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Strete Gate Beach

Address

Strete, Dartmouth, Devon, TQ6 0RR

Dartmouth

At the very start of the long coastal bar that stretches to Torcross and beyond is this beautiful, safe and clean beach of fine shingle. This is an ideal spot for a dip, for picnics, windsurfing or canoeing.

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Dawlish Warren Tourism Group

Address

Dawlish Warren, Devon, EX7 0NF

Telephone
01626 772961

andrew@bulpin.com

Dawlish Warren

The family beach resort with shops, amusements, go-karts, adventure golf, pubs and accommodation. A birdwatcher's paradise - Something for everyone 365 days/year! Miles of beach and sand dunes backed by the 500 acre National Nature Reserve and golf...

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Flete Estate

Address

Flete Estate Office, Flete Estate Office, Haye Farm, PLYMOUTH, Devon, PL8 1LB

Telephone
01752830234

holidays@flete.co.uk

Haye Farm, PLYMOUTH

If you want a beach holiday without the crowds, Mothecombe beach is one of the quieter beaches in South Devon. Large and unspoilt and at low tide Mothecombe comes into its own with fine sand and plenty of opportunity for shallow, sheltered bathing...

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