Family Beaches in Devon - North Coast
Things to Do: Beaches
The fine sand and dunes make this a popular beach with families. The beach also benefits from high waves and is a big hit with the surfers. There is also a surf school for those who are keen to join the action on the water.
Combe Martin Beach, Nr Ilfracombe, Devon (North Coast)
On the Heritage Coast and in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
A firm favourite of local families, this unspoilt beach is mainly shingle at the top, with plenty of sand at low water. There are natural rock pools providing endless interest.
Tunnels Beaches, Ilfacombe, Ilfracombe, Devon (North Coast)
Hand carved tunnels leading to sheltered coves and a tidal pool.
This is a popular beach for families with rock pools and a tidal swimming pool for the children. It’s also a beautiful area of coastline with sea views towards Lundy Island and South Wales.
Woolacombe Village Beach, Woolacombe, Devon (North Coast)
Two miles of magnificent golden sand backed by sandy hills
The vibrant beach is a favourite with families and has a broad expanse of golden sand and offers reasonably safe swimming. Activities on the water include surfing, windsurfing and canoeing and zoning is used to increase safety.
A quiet sand and shingle beach situated in an attractive rocky cove. There are lots of rock pools to explore at low tide and some of the shells on the beach have been washed up from the Caribbean on the Gulf Stream.
