Beaches in South West England
Shingle beach close to harbour in an attractive fishing village. Good for swimming and fishing.
Preston Sands Beach, Paignton, Devon (South Coast)
Popular family beach, long promenade, colourful beach huts and rock pools
Preston is a red sandy beach adjacent to Paignton Sands. A popular family beach with a long promenade and neighbouring colourful beach huts next to Preston Green, which runs along the back of the beach. To the left of the beach is a rock pool area.
Fine beaches stretch continuously for 3 miles from South Haven Point to the Chalk cliffs of Handfast Point and Old Harry Rocks, and include Shell Bay and a designated naturist area.
There's plenty going on, including regular firework festivals throughout the summer, KidZone beach areas, an Imax Cinema and an Oceanarium.
The historical pier and amusements make this beach ideal for the traditional day out by the sea. There is also a free kids club on the beach during summer and plenty of water activities including windsurfing, surfing, canoeing and paddleboats.
