South West England

Things to Do: Beaches

Porlock Weir Beach, Nr Minehead, Somerset

A pebbly four mile long beach of archaeological and geographical significance

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Popular for swimming, fishing, surfing and sailing - although care needs to be taken when swimming, and surfing should only be undertaken by experienced surfers.

Berrow Beach, Nr Burnham-on-Sea, Somerset

A seven mile stretch of sand

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Berrow beach forms part of a seven mile stretch of sand running from Burnham-on-Sea to Brean Down. With the second highest tidal range in the world, there are extensive flats, perfect for walking and beach sports.

Burnham-on-Sea Beach, Burnham-on-Sea, Somerset

Seven mile stretch of sand with considerable tidal range and mud flats

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This beach is part of a seven mile stretch of sand from Burnham-on-Sea to Brean Down. A considerable tidal range, leaving mud flats at low tide. The esplanade runs along the length of the beach, facing the hotels and private houses.

Blue Anchor Beach, Nr Minehead, Somerset

The unique rock structure makes this beach interesting for fossils and crystals

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The fossil bearing Jurassic limestone on this beach contains an abundance of pink crystals, which are striking in appearance. Access to the beach is good, but the rocky terrain makes walking difficult.

Brean Beach, Nr Burnham-on-Sea, Somerset

Part of a seven mile stretch of sand

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Brean sands lies below the National Trust headland of Brean Down and forms the northern most part of a seven-mile stretch of sands. It has extensive flats at low tide and it ideal for walking and beach sports.

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