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Plymouth Hoe West Beach

Devon, England

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Plymouth Hoe West Beach is a developed promenade with a narrow strip of shingle beach located in the city of Plymouth, Devon.

Plymouth Hoe West Beach is situated just in front of Hoe Park and faces Mount Batten. The beach is approximately 150 metres wide and consists of shingle and rock. It is located near the centre of Plymouth on the south coast of Devon.

The beach is backed by a promenade and offers a range of amenities, including shops, a cafe, a pool, and toilets. These facilities are conveniently located right by the beach.

For those looking to explore other beaches in the area, Jennycliff Beach is located on the east coast of Plymouth Sound. This beach offers great views of Drakes Island, Cornwall, and Plymouth City Centre.

The city council is working to improve water quality at Plymouth Hoe West Beach.

The beach is signposted within Plymouth, making it easily accessible for visitors.

Plymouth Hoe West Beach is adjacent to the South West Coast Path.

Shingle Rock

Weather and tides for Monday 5 October

Today
Chance of rain %
Max temperature 18°C
feels like 21°C
Wind 6mph
Max UV Index
Tonight
Chance of rain %
Min temperature 12°C
feels like 12°C
Wind 4mph

The tide at Plymouth Hoe West Beach is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 1:44 PM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 8:19 PM.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

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Location: West Hoe, Plymouth

Location type: Urban

OS Grid: SX475537

Coordinates: 50°21'50"N 4°8'40"W

Mapcode: GBR R9Y.PV

What 3 Words: logic.wooden.hers

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: Plymouth

Nearest postcode: PL1 3DE

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