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Combesgate Beach is situated on the north coast of Devon, separated from the main Woolacombe resort beach by cliffs. The beach is a sandy bay, approximately 440 metres wide, backed by rocky cliffs and is great for rock pooling at low tide. It is also known as Barricane Beach and is located at the far northern-end of Woolacombe.
The beach is made up of a little sandy bay surrounded by beautiful rocky outcrops and is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest. It is a great spot for rockpooling and is popular among surfers, given the right conditions. The beach is also a good stop-off point for those walking along the coastline towards Mortehoe.
Access to the beach is restricted at high tide, when the whole area becomes a large natural pool. Additionally, there are no lifeguards present on the beach at any time throughout the year. Visitors should be aware of these factors when planning a trip to Combesgate Beach.
The beach is dog friendly, although there are restrictions in the summertime. The surrounding area offers a good coastal walk towards Mortehoe, and the Waters Meet hotel, located on the headland, is a recommended accommodation option.
Woolacombe Combesgate Beach is on the North Devon Heritage Coast, and adjacent to the South West Coast Path.
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| Today |  |
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| Chance of rain | 24% |
| Max temperature | 17°C |
| feels like | 17°C |
| Wind 16mph |  |
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| Tonight |  |
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| Chance of rain | 98% |
| Min temperature | 16°C |
| feels like | 15°C |
| Wind 21mph |  |
The tide at Woolacombe Combesgate Beach is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 9:41 AM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 3:26 PM.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
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There is parking available by the beach.
Dogs not allowed on certain areas.
No lifeguard cover at this beach
Water quality not measured here
less than a mile south-southeast as the seagull flies, less than a mile by road.
less than a mile north-northeast as the seagull flies, less than a mile by road.
around 2 miles south as the seagull flies, around 5 miles by road or 3 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 4 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 6 miles by road or 5 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 4 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 7 miles by road.
around 5 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 7 miles by road.
around 5 miles south as the seagull flies, around 14 miles by road or 6 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 5 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 8 miles by road.
around 8 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 12 miles by road.
around 9 miles south as the seagull flies, around 21 miles by road.
around 14 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 21 miles by road.
around 15 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 36 miles by road.
around 16 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 23 miles by road.
around 17 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 40 miles by road.
around 17 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 22 miles by road.
around 19 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 40 miles by road.
around 22 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 43 miles by road.
around 25 miles north as the seagull flies, around 195 miles by road.
around 26 miles east as the seagull flies, around 35 miles by road.
around 26 miles north as the seagull flies, around 191 miles by road.
Location: Mortehoe
Location type: Town
OS Grid: SS453444
Coordinates: 51°10'42"N 4°12'47"W
Mapcode: GBR KJ.62HJ
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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: North Devon
Parish: Mortehoe
Nearest postcode: EX34 7EB
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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