Family Beaches
Things to Do: Beaches
Meadfoot Beach, Torquay, Devon (South Coast)
A shingle beach nestled below an array of spectacular cliffs
Perfect for families who enjoy a quieter day at the beach. Swimming is safe with care and pedalos and floats are available for hire. There’s also a park area and a cliff path for those wanting a break from the beach.
Oddicombe Beach, Torquay, Devon (South Coast)
Sand and shingle beach nestled below red sandstone cliffs
The sand and shingle beach is a great place to relax and enjoy the magnificent views. Activities on the water include canoeing, sailing and jet skiing.
Paignton Sands Beach, Paignton, Devon (South Coast)
This stretch of red sandy beach is situated on either side of Paignton Pier
It is backed by an area of parkland which is used for various activities during the summer season and is often associated with the nearby Festival Theatre.
Preston Sands Beach, Paignton, Devon (South Coast)
Popular family beach, long promenade, colourful beach huts and rock pools
Preston is a red sandy beach adjacent to Paignton Sands. A popular family beach with a long promenade and neighbouring colourful beach huts next to Preston Green, which runs along the back of the beach. To the left of the beach is a rock pool area.
The beach is an idyllic spot and is safe for swimming with care. It is quieter than other beaches in Torquay due to a steep climb that makes it difficult for prams and disabled access.
