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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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Kingswear to Froward Point

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TQ6 0AL

South West Coast Path - Kingswear to Froward Point, Dog-friendly Walk
Castles and cliffs, seals and skylarks, on a coastal circular walk rich in views, history and natural abundance.
Difficulty: challengingLength: 3.5 miles
Visit the South West…

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Kirsty Merryn - The "She & I" tour

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St Mary's Parish Church, Kingskerswell, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 5LD

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graham@worldunlimited.co.uk

Newton Abbot

Award-winning folk singer-songwriter Kirsty Merryn comes to South Devon on tour this Autumn
The solo creator and performer of award-winning folk album 'She and I' on tour with tales of famous women from history, including naval hero Horatio…

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Kit Hawes and Aaron Catlow with Ewan McLennan

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Kingskerswell Parish Church,, Church End Road, Kingskerswell, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 5LD

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07702 230856

jill@jameshsoars.com

Kingskerswell, Newton Abbot

Kit Hawes and Aaron Catlow are a Bristol based duo playing acoustic, folk and roots music.
"The pair demonstrate an eclectic approach that lifts them head and shoulders above the rest" - Acoustic Magazine
The pair have worked with many artists…

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Kitley's May Bank Holiday Garden Party

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Kitley House Hotel, Yealmpton, Near Plymouth, Devon, PL8 2NW

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01752881555

info@kitleyhousehotel.com

Near Plymouth

'Best Event Venue in the SW' prepares to host May Garden Party
As Kitley House near Yealmpton prepares to throw opens its gates for a celebratory Garden Party this May Bank Holiday, the hotel is delighted to have won Best Event Venue in the South…

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Knickers & Queens

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Cygnet Theatre, Friars Gate, Exeter, Devon, EX2 4AZ

Telephone
01392 277189

info@cygnettheatre.co.uk

Exeter

Created by Liverpool-based story-artist Stephe Harrop, Knickers and Queens is a fierce and funny double-bill of spoken-word storytelling for grown-ups.
Henry V: The King's Knickers wilfully picks at the fraying knicker elastic of national identity,…

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Konsileo Commercial Insurance

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1 Great Tower Street, London, EC3R 5AA

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07760 346561

simon.steer@konsileo.com

Konsileo are different. We are a chartered commercial insurance broker and we have adopted a new, innovative way of running our organisation.
With brokers located remotely, all over the UK, our focus and priorities lie with providing the best…

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Kosmos - Violin, Viola & Accordion

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Courtenay Centre, Kingsteignton Road, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 2QA

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01626 368318

Newton Abbot

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A programme unique to Kosmos, inspired by music from around the globe. Wild Gypsy fiddling; emotive Jewish and Greek music; hot-blooded tango; interpretations of Japanese, Polish and Sephardic songs; new arrangements; references to…

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Kristian Lindberg (Piano)

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Courtenay Centre, Kingsteignton Road, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 2QA

Newton Abbot

Programme includes:
Beethoven Sonata in C minor, Op 13 'Pathetique'
Chopin Mazurka in A flat, Op 59 - Waltz in A flat, Op 42
Nocturne in E flat, Op 55 - Scherzo in B flat minor
Schubert Impromptu in B flat, D…

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KUKU

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19 Princess Street, Plymouth, Devon, PL1 2EU

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01752 255579

hello@kukuplymouth.co.uk

Plymouth

Join us at KUKU Sushi Bar and Robata for delicious contemporary Japanese Cuisine!

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