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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.

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 guide for 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 National Landscape 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

Many of South Devon’s beaches are award winning and have high water quality, to find up to date bathing water quality information on all the UK’s beaches, visit the Environment Agency website.

For 20 top tips on how to have a safe, fun, healthy and relaxing day at the beach visit the Beachwise website.

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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Dunholme House

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Teignmouth, Devon, TQ14 8JP

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Teignmouth

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Dunsford

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Dunsford, Devon, EX6 7DD

Dunsford

On the road from Exeter over the moor to Moretonhampstead, Dunsford occupies the topmost reaches of the Teign valley in glorious countryside. Th famed Daffodil woods are close by as well as the Steps Bridge over the Teign.

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Dunsford Show

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Dunsford, Exeter, Devon, EX6 7

dunsfordshow@hotmail.com

Exeter

Dunsford Village Show is a quintessential country show at its very best and is the perfect way to spend a fun packed family afternoon in the country. Nestled in the Dartmoor National Park with a woodland backdrop this show is in a terrific location.…

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Dunsford Singers Summer Concert

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St. Mary's Church, Dunsford, Devon, EX6 7DA

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01647 252430

jantraylen@hotmail.com

Dunsford

We will sing with piano accompaniment Mozart's first full mass - Missa Brevis in G KV 49 which he wrote when 12 years old. After the interval (wine & nibbles) popular opera choruses include Rossini, Villagers chorus (Guillaume Tell) in French.…

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Dunsford Singers Summer Concert

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Teign Valley Community Hall, Village Rd, Christow, Exeter, Devon, EX6 7WA

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01647 252430

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Christow, Exeter

We will sing with piano accompaniment Mozart's first full mass - Missa Brevis in G KV 49. After the interval (seating around tables with wine & nibbles) popular opera choruses include Rossini, Villagers chorus (Guillaume Tell) in French. Bizet,…

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Dunsford Summer Show

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Dunsford, Exeter, Devon, EX6 7ED

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Exeter

DUNSFORD, DEVON – Get ready for a spectacular day out as the Dunsford Village Show returns on Saturday 5 th July 2025, bringing a vibrant mix of carnival energy and country charm to the heart of Dartmoor National Park.
This year's show promises…

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Duruflé: Requiem at Buckfast Abbey

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Buckfast Abbey, Buckfastleigh, Devon, TQ11 0EE

Buckfastleigh

On the day when the Church marks the commemoration of the faithful departed, the Abbey Choir is joined by the Southern Sinfonia for a performance of Duruflé’s Requiem. Duruflé himself gave the premiere of Poulenc’s Organ Concerto, which features in…

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Dusk Walk - Yealm Bioblitz

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Village car park, Hannaford Road, Noss Mayo, Devon, PL8 1EH

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01803 861384

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Noss Mayo

Join Adam Davison from the South Devon AONB team for a walk out to see the sunset over the sea before heading back around the estuary to find out who is coming in to bed down for the night and who is heading out for the evening!
4.5 miles easy…

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Dusk, Dust, Dress, Kettle

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Birdwood House, 48 High Street, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 5SQ

Totnes

When the focus shifts and lockdown shrinks the artistic view, when inspiration from Devon's land and sea reduces to four walls and a garden, what happens?
This vibrant exhibition shows that journey, the thoughts and sketches of ten artists cementing…

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Dylan Moran, Mike Wozniak, Lou Sanders, Celya AB, John Robins: Live At Christmas

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Exeter Great Hall, Exeter, Exeter, EX4 4PY

Exeter

It's nearly Christmas and the country's best comedians are heading to Exeter for a spectacular all-star festive show!
Legendary BAFTA and Perrier award winning comedian Dylan Moran headlines this year's incredible Live at Christmas line-up. You'll…

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