Family Beaches
Things to Do: Beaches
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.
The small sheltered cove has a gently sloping sandy beach and is ideal for families. There are plenty of good walks along the South West Coast Path and a walk up to St Catherine’s Castle provides excellent views across the estuary.
The beach boasts rock pools at its northern and southern ends at low water. There are substantial sand dunes along its eastern boundary, which adjoins a golf course.
Mawgan Porth Beach, Newquay, Cornwall (North Coast)
The beach has fine sand and is a popular surfing venue
The beach is bounded by cliffs and a river and on its on the western side and by cliffs and sand dunes on the eastern side. Cafés, shops, car park, hotels and public houses are all nearby. A seasonal lifeguard service is also provided.
This wide sandy beach is ideal for families with loads of room for sand castles and beach games. It’s also very close to the centre of Newquay so there are plenty of other things to do when the tide comes in over the sand.
