Thurlestone - North, Kingsbridge, Devon (South Coast)

A National Trust owned beach in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

This beach is owned by the National Trust and is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The beach comprises coarse sand with rocky outcrops and has plenty of rockpools to explore at low tide.

Beesands Beach, Nr Kingsbridge, Devon (South Coast)

Backed by a large area of grassland and a freshwater lake

A mile long shingle beach in very quiet rural location, backed by grassland and a freshwater lake. A sea wall protects the line of cottages and a pub that make up Beesands. The small village, with a public house and shop, lies behind a long shingle ridge.

Challaborough Beach, Challaborough, Devon (South Coast)

Sheltered horse-shoe shaped cove with a fine sandy beach

A good family beach, perfect for sand castles and good rock pools at low tide. Water sports include sailing, surfing and canoeing and there are some great coastal walks along the South Devon coast.

Thurlestone South Beach, Nr Kingsbridge, Devon (South Coast)

A National Trust beach and an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

The most prominent feature in the area is the famous Thurlestone Rock, painted by Turner, which is best seen at high tide. The name comes from the Saxon name Torlestone, meaning pierced rock.

Teignmouth Town Beach, Teignmouth, Devon (South Coast)

A sand and shingle beach that is the heart of the town

The beach is popular with families and its central location makes it ideal for the traditional day out by the sea. There is plenty to do and the beach has life guards and first aid facilities.