Surf forecast - Bigbury-on-Sea
Bigbury Bay (including Challaborough), South Devon coast
Surf forecast - Paignton Sands
Paignton Sands, South Devon coast
Surf forecast - The Towans
The Towans Godrevy, North Cornwall coast
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| No risk to quality from overflows | | An overflow has occurred which may be affecting bathing water quality | | The monitors at this bathing water are currently undergoing maintenance |
Weather forecast - Bigbury-on-Sea (North)
Weather forecast - Paignton Sands
Weather forecast - Polzeath
Weather forecast - The Towans (Godrevy)
Weather forecast - Woolacombe
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Beach of the week - The Towans (Godrevy)
The Towans (Godrevy)
Cornwall, TR27 5BU, Lat/Long 50.2N 5.4W
A rocky, sandy bay which is popular with surfers. The Towans at Godrevy offers great eating facilities and a RNLI Lifeguard Service. The rock pools, caves and gullys make it an attractive and relaxing spot for walking.
Bigbury-on-Sea (North)
Devon, TQ7 4AS, Lat/Long 50.3N 3.9W
One of the top destinations for water sports along the South Devon coast, visitors to the sandy beach can expect clear waters for swimming, surfing and windsurfing.
The beach, which has received a Blue Flag Award five years in a row, is at the mouth of the South Devon Avon and connected to Burgh Island by a causeway accessible at low tide. At high tide the island is accessed by a sea tractor.
Paignton (Paignton Sands)
Devon, TQ4 6AG, Lat/Long 50.4N 3.6W
A favourite flat sandy beach for families visiting the English Riviera, Paignton Sands offers easy access and plenty of entertainment on the pier for visitors. Behind the beach, there's a large grassy green which stages events most weekends. Paignton Sands is a safe and clean environment for children with the shallow sea ideal for paddling. | Quality Awards | 2011 | | EU Guideline | TBC | | Blue Flag | | | Good Beach Guide | |
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Polzeath
Cornwall, PL27 6UE, Lat/Long 50.6N, 4.9W
Surfing hotspot Polzeath is one of the most popular beaches in North Cornwall. With its sand and shingle beach backed by striking cliffs, bathers are also drawn to its clean waters. A good location for many types of coastal bird including puffins, there is a nature reserve and rock pools teaming with life.
Secluded coves and stunning views of the headland mean that Polzeath is a prime location for coastal walks. There is an abundance of shops, cafes and restaurants, along with a popular surf school. | Quality Awards | 2011 | | EU Guideline | TBC | | Blue Flag | | | Good Beach Guide | |
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Polzeath, North Cornish coast
Polzeath Surf Report and Forecast
Surf forecast - Woolacombe
Woolacombe, North Devon coast
Woolacombe
Devon, EX34 7DN, Lat/Long 51.2N 4.2W
A golden resort on the north Devon coast and a haven for swimming, surfing, windsurfing and sailing, the two and a quarter mile sandy beach offers a safe, clean environment for a family day out.
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