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Shipload Bay Beach is encircled by towering cliffs and is made up primarily of shingle and rocks. Historically, the beach was famous for being a favourite haunt for smugglers. Access to the beach was formerly provided by a long set of steps, but this has been closed due to landslides. The area is prone to landslides, and as a result, the beach has been closed to the public. However, the scenic views from the surrounding cliffs can still be appreciated.
The waters surrounding Shipload Bay are home to dolphins and seals, which can be spotted bobbing in the waters. A picturesque path leads to the cliffs, taking you through country lanes and lush fields. From the hilltops, it is possible to see across the Bristol Channel all the way to Lundy Island.
Nearby Hartland Quay offers a spectacular rocky beach backed by imposing cliffs on the North Devon coast. The beach is good for fishing and has amazing views of the unusual rocks surrounding it, known for a great number of shipwrecks in the past. The area is also home to a local museum with displays on the port's fishing, smuggling, and natural history. The area is designated as ‘Heritage Coastline’ and as an ‘Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty’.
Shipload Bay is on the Hartland (Devon) Heritage Coast, and adjacent to the South West Coast Path.
Shingle Rock
| Today |  |
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| Chance of rain | 69% |
| Max temperature | 16°C |
| feels like | 16°C |
| Wind 18mph |  |
| Max UV Index |  |
| Tonight |  |
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| Chance of rain | 99% |
| Min temperature | 15°C |
| feels like | 15°C |
| Wind 24mph |  |
The tide at Shipload Bay is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 3:39 PM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 9:41 PM.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Limited parking in nearby East Titchberry.
No lifeguard cover at this beach
Water quality not measured here
around 2 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 4 miles by road.
around 5 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 8 miles by road.
around 6 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 10 miles by road.
around 11 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 16 miles by road.
around 12 miles east as the seagull flies, around 17 miles by road.
around 12 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 18 miles by road.
around 12 miles south as the seagull flies, around 18 miles by road.
around 13 miles south as the seagull flies, around 18 miles by road.
around 13 miles south as the seagull flies, around 19 miles by road.
around 13 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 34 miles by road.
around 14 miles northeast as the seagull flies, around 34 miles by road.
around 15 miles northeast as the seagull flies, around 36 miles by road.
around 16 miles south as the seagull flies, around 21 miles by road.
around 16 miles south as the seagull flies, around 21 miles by road.
around 16 miles northeast as the seagull flies, around 39 miles by road.
around 17 miles northeast as the seagull flies, around 40 miles by road.
around 18 miles northeast as the seagull flies, around 39 miles by road.
around 20 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 28 miles by road.
around 21 miles northeast as the seagull flies, around 38 miles by road.
around 21 miles northeast as the seagull flies, around 38 miles by road.
Location: Exmansworthy
Location type: Rural
Nearest village: Stoke
OS Grid: SS245274
Coordinates: 51°1'9"N 4°30'8"W
Mapcode: GBR K4.J184
What 3 Words: appealed.reverses.banks
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: Torridge
Parish: Hartland
Nearest postcode: EX39 6AU
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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