From the dramatic sweep of Watergate Bay up to the windswept headland of Hartland point, Cornwall and Devon’s north coast beaches offer something for everyone. Best of all, most of it’s easily accessible by the South West Coast Path.
This amazing looking little bay is sheltered from the north by the cliffs of Pencannow and by the headland of Cambeak to the south.
Whether you wish to swim, sunbathe, surf, hunt for marine life in the hundreds of rock pools or just comb the beach for that personal memento, Widemouth offers all this and more.
A National Trust car park can lead you to this lovely beach but beware at low tide when swimming can be dangerous. Life’s a Beach is a great cafe there for you.
Trebarwith with its vast cliffs, dark caves and fine golden sand. Gull Rock is almost reminiscent of a dog’s head, keeping watch off shore. This is the sort of idyllic Cornish beach that features in many tourist brochures.
The closest beach to the town with level access from the Summerleaze car park, but also approached via the Downs or from the Canal at low tide.
Crooklets often provides ideal conditions for surfers and there are regular surf and life-saving demonstrations throughout the year.
Polzeath is a fantastic place to visit at any time of year. Polzeath beach is one of the finest surfing beaches in the UK.
Daymer bay is in the mouth of the Camel estuary and unlike Polzeath has very little in the way of surf…but it is excellent for swimming, windsurfing, boating or canoeing.
Trevone Bay provides a beautiful setting for a traditional Cornish pasty and a picnic. With a safe sandy and rocky beach and excellent surf it’s great for family days by the sea.
Home of the Extreme Academy, where you can learn to surf and all sorts. But, more importantly, home to Jamie Oliver’s new restaurant, Fifteen!
The large expanse of pale golden sand framed by cliffs and sand dunes offers both space and seclusion.
One of the seven bays for seven days that can be found along this stretch of the North Cornwall coastline is Treyarnon bay, an excellent beach for all manner of seaside activities.
Constantine Bay and Boobies Bay are two stunning beaches, both crescents of soft golden sand that form one long beach at low tide.
If the surf is up then locals and holidaymakers alike can be found here all year round. New facilities available which include showers, lifeguard centre and first aid facilities.
Beach guide
Highly Recommend– Tripadvisor.co.uk 2025
We had a wonderful experience at Woodovis. The site and facilities are spotless. The team were lovely and welcoming. Things like the snack shack and ordering freshly baked goods were such a bonus. They were very helpful after a break down en route. Would highly recommend Woodovis.
Amazing experience, good facilities, peaceful atmosphere– Tripadvisor.co.uk 2025
Amazing experience! The place is extremely peaceful, and all staff are responsive and welcoming!
Fantastic site!! – Tripadvisor.co.uk 2025
We spent two weeks at this beautiful site. Facilities were immaculate, site was very well maintained , wardens were very helpful, we had most dealings with Andy and Nicky who went above and beyond for us. Would definitely recommend this site to anyone, so peaceful and 45 minutes away from some stunning beaches.
Happy holiday– Tripadvisor.co.uk 2025
We stayed in the cottage at Woodovis and it’s quite possibly one of the best places we’ve stayed in. It smelled lovely when we arrived and was very clean. There was a welcome gift for both us and our dogs which was a really nice touch. The cottage has it’s own little garden with beautiful roses growing, it’s perfect if you have dogs, it’s nice to be able to let them have a similar freedom to what they would have at home.
Absolutely Outstanding Stay at Woodovis Park– Tripadvisor.co.uk 2025
Our experience at Woodovis Park was nothing short of exceptional! From the moment we arrived, the team went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and cared for. The facilities are amazing and the indoor heated swimming pool was a particular highlight, perfect for a relaxing swim whatever the weather.
Tranquillity and serenity the perfect place to unwind and rest– Tripadvisor.co.uk 2025
A gem hidden down the end of a beautiful long entrance road. Peaceful and relaxing with lots of wildlife to see. Facilities are of a high standard a shop that has everything you’re likely to need. Wardens are very friendly and welcoming, this was our 3rd stay and we will keep returning!
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