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Local Beaches
The Cornborough Range & Abbotsham Cliffs are a short walk up the lane, it has a stunning view over Bideford Bay to Hartland and Lundy. It is a must. Particularly recommend at sunset or early in the morning. Also, the coastal path will take you either way on the North Devon Coastal Path to Clovelly & Hartland or Westward Ho! Plus, the walk back to the holiday let is all downhill!
Most beaches will allow dogs although some may apply restrictions from 1st May to 30th September
strongly suggest you check tide times on national websites as best to visit on low tide
instow
Instow is a village in north Devon, England. It is on the estuary where the rivers Taw and Torridge meet, between the villages of Westleigh and Yelland and on the opposite bank of Appledore. There is a small river beach and sand dunes. The Tarka Trail passes through Instow, providing an easy means for people to arrive by foot or on bike. This section of the Trail is also part of the South West Coast Path, offering longer walks along the coast.
Crow Point
Braunton Burrows is one of the largest sand dune systems in the UK and has been declared Britain's first Unesco biosphere reserve. It ranks alongside Mount Vesuvius in Italy and the Danube Delta in Eastern Europe. It has over 400 species of wild flowers living in its various niche habitats, many of which are very rare and there are also over 33 species of butterfly's to be found. Crow Point is located at the most southerly tip of Braunton Burrows, it is a lovely place for a wander and also popular with bird watchers and fisherman. Looking across the Torridge/Taw estuary you can see the enchanting village of Appledore and in the distance Instow. At low tide you can see Pulley Bank - a mile long shingle and mussel bed which is marked by three buoys. Many rare species of birds can be found in the area and the estuary is of major importance for its over-wintering and migratory populations of wading birds. At high tide seals can often be seen as well.
Westward Ho!
Westward Ho! is a beach geared up to cater for every tourist's needs. With seaside shops, toilets, and a range of food outlets, Westward Ho! is a popular family beach with a blue flag status. Made up of a long sandy beach backed by a pebble ridge with Northam Burrows Country Park accessible at one end this beach offers the best of both sand, rock pools and nature. RNLI Lifeguard service is available from May to September and the beach is popular with windsurfers, surfers and swimmers. Dogs are permitted from October to April on the whole beach, and all year round at the Northam Burrows end. There is ample car parking and disabled parking close to the beach.
The wonderful surf that runs on to Westward Ho! draws surfers from miles around, and with designated surfing areas the beach caters for every activity. The surf is also home to wild sea bass, attracting anglers from all over the country. Equipment for bathing, surfing and angling is readily available from local outlets.
Other Beaches
We are spoilt here, but if you want a small drive the following are great beaches to go and visit with spectacular views
Most beaches will allow dogs although some may apply restrictions from 1st May to 30th September
National Trust also own most of the coastline and with it some lovely beaches, cliff walks and forest walks
Northam Burrows County Park
Northam Burrows, now a Country Park, lies at the western edge of the Taw Torridge Estuary and lies within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The Burrows forms an integral part of the newly designated United Nations Biosphere Reserve. It had its origins in Saxon times, when it was the Manorial Wasteland.
It is a Site of Special Scientific Interest and is about 253 hectares of grassy coastal plain with salt marsh, sand dunes and generally unimproved grasslands.
There is parking on the Burrows via a nominal Toll Road Charge and is entered from the Golf Links Road at Westward Ho!
Putsborough
Putsborough Sands is one of the finest beaches in the South West. The beach is delightful, the sea inviting and the surroundings simply stunning. The beach stretches three miles north to Woolacombe, has just been voted Best Beach in Britain, 4th Best in Europe and 13th Best in the World ..... according to "Trip Advisors Travellers Choice Awards"....... and also recommended by The Marine Conservation Society
Croyde
Croyde Bay is a sandy beach backed by sand dunes and situated in a small bay on the North Devon Coast. The beach is very popular with swimmers, more experienced surfers and sunbathers and rated as one of the best surfing beaches in the world. There is an RNLI Lifeguard service available from May to September, throughout Easter weekend, all October weekends and October Half Term. There are good rock pools at either end of the beach, several public footpaths around the village, and, in particular, walks to Baggy Point which offer spectacular views
Woolacombe
Woolacombe Beach is one of the finest beaches in the West Country, it is easy to see why it has won numerous awards. It's a big favourite for families and surfers, attracting thousands of people each summer to this beach and its bohemian edged resort. The rolling surf brings unbroken Atlantic breakers from across thousands of miles of ocean to pound on this three-mile long stretch of golden sand. The sheer length of the beach means it is possible to find quiet places in the surf, even at the height of summer. This is one of the reasons it is fast becoming renowned as an international surfing hotspot.
Geographically, the beach lies between the rugged, unspoilt Baggy and Morte Points. The rolling surf brings unbroken Atlantic breakers from across thousands of miles of ocean to pound on this three-mile long stretch of golden sand..
Widemouth Bay
The beach at Widemouth Bay is a wide expanse of open sand stretching nearly 2 miles. Despite being only 3 miles from the popular resort town of Bude the beach here has a wild feel. This is an exposed stretch of coast, facing west, straight into the full force of the Atlantic Ocean. Great news for surfers but it can get a little breezy. In this case you may be able to find some shelter among the sand dunes on the foreshore. Widemouth Bay has lifeguards during the summer months. If you fancy a swim observe the flags, they're there for a reason. To the southern end of the beach the foreshore becomes increasingly rocky. This is great news for rock pooling and at lower tides there is no shortage of marine life to be discovered here. Amongst all these fingers of rock is the distinct form of Black Rock. A lone lump of rock rising high above any of the surrounding beach
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