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Salcombe North Sands is situated on the east bank of the Kingsbridge Estuary, approximately 180 metres wide, and surrounded by cliffs. A stream flows onto the beach and into the sea. The beach is easily accessible, being a fifteen-minute walk along Cliff Road from Salcombe town centre. The nearby ruins of Salcombe Castle, also known as Fort Charles, provide a picturesque backdrop to the beach.
The beach is popular with families due to its soft golden sand and clean blue water, making it an ideal place for swimming and sunbathing. The bay provides calm and safe waters for children, and at low tide, the sand is perfect for relaxing. There are several convenient amenities nearby, including ample parking, a cafe, and a shop. The Winking Prawn cafe is located right on the beach, offering a much-needed break and a cup of tea while overlooking the estuary.
Dogs are allowed on the beach year-round, making it a popular destination for dog owners. North Sands has been recognised numerous times as one of the most dog-friendly beaches in the area.
Salcombe North Sands is on the South Devon Heritage Coast, and adjacent to the South West Coast Path.
Sand
| Today |  |
|---|---|
| Chance of rain | % |
| Max temperature | 18°C |
| feels like | 18°C |
| Wind 14mph |  |
| Max UV Index |  |
| Tonight |  |
|---|---|
| Chance of rain | 42% |
| Min temperature | 15°C |
| feels like | 13°C |
| Wind 17mph |  |
The tide at Salcombe North Sands is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 3:48 PM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 9:51 PM.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Food available
Toilets
Shops
There is a large car park right by the beach where a charge applies.
The beach is not cleaned
No lifeguard cover at this beach
Water quality not measured here
less than a mile south-southwest as the seagull flies, less than a mile by road.
around 2 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 3 miles by road.
around 4 miles west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 6 miles by road or 4 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 4 miles west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 6 miles by road or 4 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 4 miles west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 7 miles by road or 5 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 4 miles northwest as the seagull flies, around 8 miles by road or 5 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 5 miles west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 8 miles by road or 5 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 6 miles northwest as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road.
less than a mile east as the seagull flies, around 16 miles by road or 2 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 2 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 15 miles by road or 3 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 3 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 16 miles by road or 5 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 5 miles east as the seagull flies, around 16 miles by road or 7 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 5 miles east as the seagull flies, around 16 miles by road or 7 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 6 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 14 miles by road or 7 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 6 miles northwest as the seagull flies, around 12 miles by road or 8 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 6 miles northwest as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road or 8 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 6 miles northwest as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road or 8 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 6 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 14 miles by road or 8 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 6 miles northwest as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road or 9 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 7 miles northwest as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road or 9 miles on foot using coastal paths.
Location: Salcombe
Location type: Town
OS Grid: SX730381
Coordinates: 50°13'45"N 3°46'49"W
Mapcode: GBR QH.G0JW
What 3 Words: massing.ridiculed.broached
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: South Hams
Parish: Salcombe
Nearest postcode: TQ8 8LD
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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