Blackpool Sands
Blackpool Sands, set in a sheltered bay surrounded by evergreens
and pines is one of South Devon's most beautiful natural treasures.
A shingle beach, as are all the main beaches in Start Bay located
only 3 miles West of Dartmouth.
Bantham
Bantham Beach is situated on the South coast of Devon in an area
of outstanding natural beauty. Idyllically set at the mouth of
the river Avon Bantham beach looks out toward Burgh Island.
As well as fine golden sand Bantham Beach also has rock pools and
sand dunes making it an ideal beach for all the family.
Facilities available during the summer include a life guard, toilets
and first aid, there is also disabled access and a pay car park.
Bantham Beach has been MCS Recommended for it's high quality water
standards and has won a Blue Flag award. Aprox 30 minutes by car.
Bigbury-on-Sea
Famous for Burgh Island, which is linked to the main land by the
beach, when the tide is in reach the island by riding on the sea
tractor! Bigbury-on-Sea provides plenty of fine "Sand Castle
Sand" along
with many excellent facilities, including a shop, toilets and pub.
Beautiful views are assured over to Bantham and along Bigbury Bay.
Thurlestone
Thurlestone Sands, with its wide sandy beach is one of several
locally owned by the National Trust and attracts both families
and water sports enthusiasts. The wide sandy beach is backed by
a nature reserve where rare and exciting birds have been spotted.
Those preferring exercise to sunbathing can take off along the
South Devon Coastal Path for wonderful walks with spectacular views.
Picturesque and historic Thurlestone village, slightly inland,
with its 13th Century church and pretty thatched cottages also
offers a pub, a hotel and post office/village stores.
The waters here are particularly well suited to surfing, windsurfing
or canoeing.
During the summer months a range of watersports equipment can be
hired on the beach.
Nearby Thurlestone Golf club is set in about 50 spectacular acres
on the cliff top with beautiful sea views.
You can walk from Thurlestone to the quaint harbour of Hope Cove
along the cliff top, well recommended.
