Northam Burrows
1.5 miles of sandy beach protected by a ridge of huge pebbles. Ideal for swimming, surfing and sail boarding. There is a visitors center explaining the ecology of the sea and surrounding area. This is open Easter - September 10am - 5pm, although the park is open all the time. There is a car park behind the pebble ridge and toilets at the visitors center.

Westward Ho!
A seaside resort with all the features one expects - amusement arcade, putting green, playground, beach shops, snack bars and seaside pubs. The beach - sand/pebbles - is easily accessible from the car park and is ideal for swimming and surfing. There are also pools in the rocks which have been adapted for swimming.

Instow
The beach is wheelchair accessible. Although it does have a sandy beach it is not really for sunbathing and surfing as it is in the estuary. It is however great to play on, fly kites etc. It is an attractive area and has always been popular with artists. When the tide is out it is very pleasant walking along the beach by the edge of the river Torridge with picturesque Appledore on the opposite side. The children find this fun too as there are lots of pools in the soft sand, many of which contain attractive seashells. There is car parking in the village There is also a car park behind the dunes. Pick up the tarka trail here. Nearby –Bideford

Clovelly
colourful cottages tumble down both sides of the narrow cobbled streets to the fourteenth century harbour below. Traffic has been banned from this village where time stands still.
The Coastline around this area is rugged and offers spectacular walks along the coastal footpath and part of the South West Way. It is littered with tiny coves and picturesque harbours, once the haunt of smugglers, pirates and wreckers and the fascinating history is vividly told in many small museums along the way.

Hartland Quay & Hartland Point
The coast around Hartland Point is one of Britain's most treacherous. At least 36 ships were wrecked on the 4 miles centered on Hartland Quay alone between 1800 and 1920. This small museum tells it all, and also has displays on the little port itself and its smuggling days, natural history, and the incredibly contorted rock layers hereabouts. Six circular walks start from the museum. The beach at Hartland Quay is rocky with numerous pools and the cliffs are spectacular with contorted rock formations. There are lovely views from Hartland Point although you are unable to climb down to the beach below. Nearby is Hartland Abbey

Bude
The natural beauty of the surrounding countryside and rugged coastline have been carefully preserved. Crisp, clean sands, great Atlantic surfing rollers, a high rate of sunshine and walks with magnificent views of Bude Bay, are there for your enjoyment and always will be. Soak up the excitement and atmosphere of one of the Festivals, or to just soak up the peace and sheer beauty of the environment.

Widemouth Bay
just south of Bude, lies in an area of outstanding natural beauty on the North Cornish coast. Facing the Atlantic, the beach is ideal for surfing and a paradise for children with its beautiful stretch of golden sand and innumerable rock pools to explore. The justly famous Coastal Footpath runs along the cliff-top in either direction and offers walkers a superb panorama of the coastline and surrounding countryside.

Saunton Sands
3 miles of flat sand backed by massive sand dunes. Excellent surfing beach ideal for all water sports. Manned with lifeguards. Wheelchair accessible. Shop, toilet etc. at car park end of beach - However you can get away from the crowds by just walking further along the beach. Try to arrive early as car parking space is limited and can fill up on busy days.

Croyde
This award winning sandy beach is just around the corner from Saunton Sands, but because it is smaller it can get crowded. However it is easily accessible, there is plenty of car parking and it is excellent for swimming, surfing, windsurfing etc. The beach is manned with lifeguards. At one end of the beach there is equipment hire, a shop, refreshments and toilets. From here the beach is wheelchair accessible. Nearby Baggy point walk.

Woolacombe
A modern settlement, once you get past all this you come to one of the finest beaches in the West Country. 3 miles of golden sand with numerous awards. It is very clean and tidy, has good toilet facilities, first aid, life saving equipment and even a lost children service. There is a large car park near the beach which is easily accessible to wheelchairs. Woolacoombe is ideal for all water sports and there are lifeguards on the beach. However attention should be paid to warnings not to bathe at low tide.

Ilfracombe
with it's attractive harbour still retains much of its Victorian character. The area around the harbour is a hive of activity and small fishing boats use it as a base and cruises are available along the dramatic coastline. Ilfracombe is an ideal centre for walking or touring and has a good variety of shops, and facilities, including the Landmark theatre with a summer season of entertainment. From the harbour you can take a boat trip to Lundy Island, or try a fishing expedition.

Lynton and Lynmouth.
rugged tree-clad cliffs and sheltered bays. The famous Valley of the Rocks is within easy walking distance and the coastal path is close by. Lynton is a bright airy Victorian Village with a selection of shops, tea rooms and cafes. It is connected to its sister resort of Lynmouth by a unique water operated cliff railway dating back to 1890. Nestling beneath the cliffs, the pretty harbour of Lynmouth is a romantic escape from modern day living with its row of fishing cottages tumbling towards the quay and the distinctive Rhenish Tower. Climb Countisbury Hill for spectacular views.

Combe Martin
At high tide the beach looks uninteresting but as the tide goes out there are large rock pools to explore and stretch of level sand appears outside a ridge of stones known as the breakwater. It has a small sandy beach, recently granted a Seaside Award, a motorcycle museum and the Pack of Cards Inn, a pub with 4 floors, and 52 windows. Combe Martin is surrounded by some of the most spectacular scenery in Devon and is the gateway to the Exmoor National Park.