Best Beach in Ilfracombe

"Found in the town of Ilfracombe, the Tunnels Beaches are unique. Originally a historic Victoria bathing bath, the shingle beach has a ringed rock formation that creates a natural swimming pool, with the rocks separating the still water from the sea. To get to the beach requires walking through the cliff, using the large hand-carved tunnel."

"With its cliffside settings and dramatic coast, Tunnels and Ilfracombe Beaches might be pebbly but they’re totally pristine. Not only that, there’s a Victorian bathing pool that’s filled with the incoming tidal waters. Even on a not-so-sunny day, this is one of the best things to do in Ilfracombe for a little stroll."

"Steeped in history, Tunnels Beaches makes a fascinating visit for all ages. Hand carved in the 1820's, the four tunnels provide a truly unique experience. Read extensive history information throughout the site – including hilarious guides to Victorian etiquette for boys, girls and for when boating with ladies!"

"Saunton Sands is a classic beach, with three and a half miles of sand that disappear into the distance, blue seas and dramatic dunes. Facilities include a large car park, café and beach shop for a full day out. Lifeguards are on duty for most of the year, making it a safe place to swim, surf or play on the beach."

"young families | beginner surfers | dog walkers | beach huts | longboarding | beach fires. Award winning Saunton Sands is one of the best Devon beaches to visit with kids and dogs!. With 3.5 miles of glorious sand, Saunton Sands is one of the best beaches in North Devon for families."

"Perhaps the best known of North Devon’s beaches, Woolacombe rightly deserves its popularity. Flat golden sands stretch out along sand dunes and the beach is still accessible at high tide. Woolacombe is a haven for surfing and body boarding, but if you don’t fancy a dip then there are plenty of rock pools to explore."

"rock pooling | rock jumping | shell collecting | epic Sri Lankan curries (Summer only). Barricane Beach near Woolacombe has an amazing Sri Lankan curry shack – a must visit whilst holidaying in North Devon. Barricane beach is a tiny cove with one big fat Summer draw – the Sri Lankan beach shack."

"Broad Sands is not a large and well-known beach, it’s a secret gem that many locals wish to keep to themselves. Broad Sands is a small cove hidden on the coast of Exmoor, and it’s an adventure to get to. It’s not reachable by road, but by parking at the top of the cliff and taking a path and 200 steps down to the sand."

"kids who love exploring | wild swimming | camp fires | difficult to park. Broadsands used to be a secret spot but the secret is well and truly out now!. It’s still possible to get this beach to yourself though & is a great place to kayak to from Watermouth Bay"

"The starting point for Culture Trip’s action-packed trip to Devon, Ilfracombe Beach sits right next to Ilfracombe Harbour, so you just have to walk past the slipway and onto the sand to access it. Wander past the moored boats, stroll across to Ilfracombe Lifeboat Station or simply find a spot on the sand to eat your obligatory fish and chips. Just watch out for the seagulls."

"Rockham Bay is a little known beach on the coastal track from Morte Point to Bull Point. Rockham Bay is one of the secret beaches in North Devon, generally only known by locals or campers who stay in the magnificently positioned North Morte Farm campsite slap bang on the coastal fields, only 50m from the beach. Owned by the National Trust, Rockham is a secluded rocky sandy beach, fabulous for rock pooling but sandy enough for kids."

"A proper old-fashioned Devonshire pub with a warm welcome, hearty food, an open fire, a raft of pub games and quality beers – try Ilfracombe's own Lundy Gold. It's in the village of Lee, 3 miles west of... Seafood in Ilfracombe"

"The Thatch is a welcoming British pub and inn set on the North Devon Coastline amidst the beautiful surroundings of Croyde Bay. The Thatch serves a range of ..."

"Many seaside towns in the UK have thriving art scenes, and Ilfracombe is no exception. The Ilfracombe Art and Craft Society germinated in the 1960s, and since then has evolved into one of the most popular exhibitions in Devon, perched on the promenade looking out at Capstone Hill. You can buy prints and sculptures by local artists, as well as more extravagant items such as handmade violins and pottery."