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Hele Bay

(Ilfracombe Hele Beach)

Devon, England


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Hele Bay is a small cove in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty sheltered from prevailing winds with free car parking and toilets all within easy walking distance.

Beach access is via a slipway (wheelchair access difficult).

Hele Bay is on the North Devon Heritage Coast, and adjacent to the South West Coast Path.

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Weather and tides for Thursday 21 November

Today
Chance of rain 56%
Max temp. 6°C
(feels like 1°C)
Wind 25mph
Max UV Index
Tonight
Chance of rain 55%
Min temp. 4°C
(feels like 1°C)
Wind 25mph

The tide at Hele Bay is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 9:21 AM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 3:24 PM.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

Approximate sea surface temperature:   13°C  

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Recommended holiday cottages near Hele Bay

Things to do and see in the area

Ilfracombe Sea Safari (0.7 miles)
Active Escape (1.4 miles)
Outdoor Shop & Kayak Centre (2.6 miles)
Surfside Kayak Hire and Sales (2.6 miles)
Borough Farm Sheepdog and Falconry Displays (4.1 miles)
Walk - Morte Point Trail (5.1 miles)
Hunter Surf School (5.1 miles)
Woolacombe Surf Centre (5.3 miles)
Fly Like a Bird (5.5 miles)

Places to eat near Hele Bay

Relish Bar & Bistro (210 yards)
La Gendarmerie (260 yards)
Thomas Carr at The Olive Room (290 yards)

All distances are approximate

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Location: Hele

Location type: Urban

OS Grid: SS535478

County: Devon

Country: England

Local Authority: North Devon

Parish: Ilfracombe

Nearest postcode: EX34 9QZ

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