BEACH FUN

Being the only county in the UK with two separate coastlines, when it comes to breathtaking beaches and stunning sea views, there are plenty to choose from in Devon.

If you’ve ever wanted to experience watersports, Devon is the place to be – whatever your age or ability, you’ll find sessions and tutors all over both coasts happy to show you the ropes. The two coastlines are ideally suited for adrenaline pumping activities like paddleboarding, jet skiing and surfing. Miles of award winning golden sands and plenty of pebbles all give you ample opportunity to experience the joy of the sea, whether you want to build sandcastles, go rock pooling, sunbathe or play with the dog.

Many of the county’s beaches are famed for their beauty and often top Best Beaches in the UK and Best Beaches in Europe lists.

The county also has a number of Blue Flag Beaches, which win the recognisable blue flag for being clean, safe and accessible.

As of 2022, Devon is home to 14 Blue Flag Beaches.

• Blackpool Sands, Dartmouth, South Devon • Breakwater Beach, Brixham, South Devon • Broadsands Beach, Paignton, South Devon • Challaborough Beach, Bigbury on Sea, South Devon • Dawlish Warren Beach, Dawlish, South Devon • Exmouth Beach, Exmouth, East Devon • Meadfoot Beach, Torquay, South Devon • Oddicombe Beach, Torquay, South Devon • Preston Sands Beach, Torquay, South Devon • Sandy Bay, Exmouth, East Devon • Sidmouth Town Beach, Sidmouth, East Devon • Teignmouth Town Beach, Teignmouth, South Devon • Torre Abbey Beach, Torquay, South Devon • Westward Ho! Beach, Bideford, North Devon

Find out more about Devon’s beaches online – visitdevon.co.uk/things-to-do/attractions/beaches