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Maidencombe Beach is situated a few miles north of Babbacombe and Torquay, and is approximately 1.1 kilometres wide. The beach is backed by cliffs and features a small sandy cove with rockpools to explore at low tide. The beach is surrounded by large boulders and a grassy cliff.
Access to the beach is via a ten-minute walk from a small car park, which includes a steep section at the end. A cafe is located near the beach, providing amenities for visitors. However, access can be difficult for families with young children and the elderly due to the steep path and lack of facilities.
Maidencombe Beach is part of the South West Coast Path, making it a popular destination for hikers and walkers. Visitors can also spot local seals lounging on the rocks and basking in the sunshine. Dogs are allowed on the beach all year round.
The beach is located in Babbacombe Bay, an area known for its attractive sandy beaches and high water quality standards. The 'English Riviera' is characterised by a mild climate, abundant palm trees, and other subtropical vegetation, making Maidencombe Beach a popular destination for those seeking a relaxing and scenic beach experience.
Maidencombe Beach is adjacent to the South West Coast Path.
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| Max temperature | 20°C |
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The tide at Maidencombe Beach is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 10:01 PM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 4:46 AM tomorrow.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Food available
Toilets
Litter bins
Fees apply in the car park but parking is available on the surrounding roads.
Dogs allowed.
Beach cleaned daily during the summer.
No lifeguard cover at this beach
Water quality not measured here
less than a mile south as the seagull flies, less than a mile by road.
around 2 miles south as the seagull flies, around 3 miles by road.
around 2 miles south as the seagull flies, around 3 miles by road.
around 2 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 3 miles by road.
around 2 miles south-southeast as the seagull flies, around 3 miles by road.
around 2 miles north as the seagull flies, around 3 miles by road.
around 2 miles south-southeast as the seagull flies, around 4 miles by road.
around 3 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 4 miles by road.
around 3 miles south as the seagull flies, around 5 miles by road.
around 3 miles south as the seagull flies, around 5 miles by road.
around 4 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 5 miles by road.
around 5 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 6 miles by road.
around 5 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 7 miles by road.
around 6 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 8 miles by road.
around 7 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 11 miles by road or 9 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 7 miles south as the seagull flies, around 11 miles by road.
around 23 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 29 miles by road.
around 23 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 29 miles by road.
around 24 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 29 miles by road.
around 26 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 33 miles by road.
Location: Maidencombe, Torquay
Location type: Urban
OS Grid: SX927684
Coordinates: 50°30'21"N 3°30'47"W
Mapcode: GBR QX.0H0Y
What 3 Words: knees.values.empire
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.
Country: England
Local Authority: Torbay
Nearest postcode: TQ1 4TS
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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