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Combe Martin Beach is a large, sandy beach located in front of the small resort town of Combe Martin, in a sheltered valley at the western edge of the Exmoor National Park. The beach is approximately 110 metres wide and features a mixture of sand, shingle, and pebbles, with the River Umber channelled across the beach at the west side.
The beach is set in an attractive location, flanked by some of the highest sea cliffs in England, which contribute to its designation as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The sheltered position of the beach makes it a great spot for swimming, protected from strong currents and waves. However, there is no lifeguard service, so visitors should exercise caution.
The beach is a short walk from the centre of Combe Martin, with a large car park above the beach providing public toilets and stairs for direct access. There is also a small car park near the adjacent Newberry Beach. The surrounding area offers various shops, cafes, and restaurants for visitors to enjoy.
Combe Martin Beach is perfect for families, with safe swimming areas and large rock pools to explore at low tide. The beach is dog-friendly between 1 October and 30 April. Visitors can also enjoy walking the South West Coastal Path, which passes through the Exmoor National Park and North Devon's Area of Outstanding Beauty.
The Combe Martin silver mines, which operated for 600 years until their closure in the 1880s, are a notable part of the area's history.
Combe Martin Beach is on the North Devon Heritage Coast, and adjacent to the South West Coast Path.
Sand Pebbles Rock
| Today |  |
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| Chance of rain | 37% |
| Max temperature | 16°C |
| feels like | 16°C |
| Wind 15mph |  |
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| Chance of rain | 96% |
| Min temperature | 15°C |
| feels like | 14°C |
| Wind 19mph |  |
The tide at Combe Martin Beach is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 9:41 AM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 3:26 PM.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Campsite
Food available
Shops
Parking is available in the town - there is a large car park just behind the beach.
Summer ban from May to End of September.
No lifeguard cover at this beach
Water quality not measured here
around 3 miles west as the seagull flies, around 4 miles by road.
around 4 miles west as the seagull flies, around 5 miles by road.
around 4 miles west as the seagull flies, around 5 miles by road.
around 6 miles east as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road or 9 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 7 miles west as the seagull flies, around 11 miles by road.
around 8 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 11 miles by road.
around 8 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 15 miles by road or 10 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 8 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 11 miles by road.
around 9 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 14 miles by road.
around 9 miles east as the seagull flies, around 14 miles by road.
around 10 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 17 miles by road or 13 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 11 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 17 miles by road.
around 12 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 20 miles by road.
around 18 miles east as the seagull flies, around 27 miles by road.
around 21 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 35 miles by road.
around 24 miles northeast as the seagull flies, around 158 miles by road.
around 24 miles northeast as the seagull flies, around 158 miles by road.
around 24 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 39 miles by road.
around 24 miles northeast as the seagull flies, around 154 miles by road.
around 24 miles north-northwest as the seagull flies, around 186 miles by road.
Location: Combe Martin
Location type: Town
OS Grid: SS577473
Coordinates: 51°12'26"N 4°2'16"W
Mapcode: GBR KR.4BVD
What 3 Words: snappy.cakewalk.pointed
Coordinates and location codes are for an approximate mid-point of the beach, and may not reflect the best access point or the most popular part of the beach.
County: Devon
Country: England
Local Authority: North Devon
Parish: Combe Martin
Nearest postcode: EX34 0DJ
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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