Family Beaches
Things to Do: Beaches
A shingle beach set in a bay beneath the highest point on the south coast, the imposing Golden Cap. The beach is great for collecting fossils and is also very popular with fishermen.
Blue Anchor Beach, Nr Minehead, Somerset
The unique rock structure makes this beach interesting for fossils and crystals
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.
Hartland Quay Beach, Hartland Quay, Devon (North Coast)
Sand, rock pools and rocks to scramble over.
Beach set in a bay backed by spectacular cliffs. Plenty of rock pools to explore.
Kingsand has an attractive, sheltered sand and shingle beach close to pubs, cafes and beach shops. Thee is easy easy access from the town. The beach has lots of rock pools to explore and there are also boats available to hire. The bathing is generally safe unless the wind is blowing from the south east.
The Venus Cafe & Beach Shop, Newquay, Cornwall (North Coast)
Golden sand and surfing fun at Newquay's "favourite family beach"
Tolcarne, Newquay's "favourite family beach", nestling in a beautiful crescent shaped bay offers a perfect day by the sea.
