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Best family beaches in England - Southwest

by Debbie Davies
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  • Woolacombe, near Ilfracombe
    The three miles of mostly fine, golden sand dominates the village of Woolacombe. The Blue Flag beach is set between the grassy headlands of Baggy and Morte Points, with access from two car parks directly behind. It is privately operated with lifeguards and 4x4 vehicles patrolling between 10am and 6pm, most often looking for lost children who have set out at low tide 'looking for the sea'. When the tide is out, it leaves hundreds of metres of sand, great for playing cricket but if your child wants to run down to the water's edge, you'd best go with her. Good facilities for all ages. Playground for younger children, surfing for older ones.

    Don't miss: A ferry trip to Lundy Island, which leaves from nearby Ilfracombe. Through the summer the Landmark Trust runs wildlife activities including snorkeling in the marine conservation waters and cliff walks to bird colonies and around the headlands where seals linger.

    Further information: Visit Britain

  • Bigbury-on-Sea
    This spot boasts large expanses of fine sand, perfect for building sandcastles. A Blue Flag beach, it has excellent water quality, good facilities and well-maintained beaches. Access is easy from an adjacent car park. The beach is best at low tide when you can walk seaward across a sand spit to Burgh Island or west from Bigbury Bay into the next door cove to Challaborough, a horseshoe-shaped, sheltered cove with fine sand.

    Don't miss: The walks and at high tide, a ride on the sea tractor out to Burgh Island

    Further information: Visit Britain



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