Branscombe Beach

Nr Seaton, Branscombe, Devon, EX12 3DJ

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Branscombe beach is a long shingle beach, an ideal place to relax and enjoy the stunning coastal scenery. The beach is set below the beautiful village of Branscombe, and continues east about a mile to Beer Head. 

Branscombe village is part of the Jurassic Coastline, and is part of the East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Branscombe is a great family beach, with rockpools for exploring and stones to skim! 

Part of the South West Coast Path, there’s a good cliff top walk to the picturesque village of Beer. The area has walks that cater to all abilities and the coast path can be enjoyed all year round - with views across the Jurassic Coastline. 

Make sure you stop to explore the village of Branscombe itself - its chocolate box thatched cottages wander down the stunning cliff valley all the way to the sea. Its location makes Branscombe one of the most beautiful and scenic locations on the South coast - and its claimed to the the country's longest village.

Beach facilities include toilets and refreshments. 

There is a dog exercise area at this beach. 

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Branscombe Beach (1 Jan 2024 - 31 Dec 2024)

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    Recent Reviews:

    • Lynne M
      Trip Type:
      Couples
      Nice for walks… but
      3 of 5 stars
      19th Aug 2024
      The sign on the main road says 2 miles drive in to Branscombe. However it seems much farther than that. The road is awfully narrow and windy, you need your wits about you, lots of blind corners etc... Read full review
    • Jane P
      Bristol, United Kingdom
      Dolphins at Branscombe
      4 of 5 stars
      21st Sept 2024
      Weather could have been better but the children swim most days. Highlight Southleigh Fayre (always on a Wednesday) and my daughter swam with a dolphin. The dolphins were driving in whitebait - they... Read full review
    • Luke M
      Cheltenham, United Kingdom
      Trip Type:
      Couples
      Losing its magic
      3 of 5 stars
      2nd Dec 2024
      We regularly go to Branscombe beach - the cafe on the beach is amazing and the whole area is wonderful but we have noticed more and more mobile homes being built along the the lower cliff line . It... Read full review

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