Beaches in South West England
Pentewan Sands Beach, Nr St Austell, Cornwall (South Coast)
A large sandy beach backed by a family holiday park
The beach is privately owned from 'cliff to cliff' but is excellent for swimming. Numerous activities take place on the water and sailing dinghies and canoes can be hired from the holiday park.
Crooklets Beach, Bude, Cornwall (North Coast)
This is a popular beach for surfers and families alike
A large bay surrounded by gently shelving cliffs and rocks, facilities include a large car park, beach huts, Cafés and Bude town centre only a short walk away.
Sandymouth Beach, Bude, Cornwall (North Coast)
In prime condition with sand, rocks and many rock pools
This beach is in prime condition with sand, rocks and rock pools. Cliffs and rocky headlands dominate and provide a great variety of wildflowers. The area is classed as a Heritage Coast and walking is recommended, but keep an eye on the tide.
Summerleaze Beach, Bude, Cornwall (North Coast)
Popular white sandy beach with dunes on one side and a canal on the other
The beach has a large natural swimming pool in the rocks that is filled by the sea at high tide. Situated close to the town centre, it has a large car park and easy access for everyone.
Widemouth Sands Beach, Bude, Cornwall (North Coast)
A long sandy beach backed by low cliffs and grassy fields
The sandy beach is ideal for families and has plenty of rock pools for young children to explore. It’s also a very popular location for surfing and there’s a surf school for those who want to join the action on the water.
