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Woolacombe Village Beach is a two and a quarter mile stretch of golden sand backed by sandy hills and the Woolacombe Downs. The village of Woolacombe lies at the northern end of the beach, and is full of seaside shops, cafes, restaurants and B&B's. The Woolacombe Bay Hotel and Watersmeet Hotel probably offer the best accommodation in town, and the Red Barn pub has lively nightlife.
Woolacombe is situated on the north coast of Devon, approximately 700 metres wide, and backed by sand dunes. A stream spreads out over the sand at the back of the beach. The beach has been in the private ownership of Parkin Estates since 1848, who continue to manage and invest in the resort.
Woolacombe Beach is widely recognised as one of the best beaches in the UK, and has won several awards. The beach offers excellent services, including daily cleaning and beach hut rentals, and lifeguards operate on the beach during the summer months.
The beach is popular for a range of activities, including kayaking, walking, swimming, kitesurfing, and surfing. The village of Woolacombe has plenty of seaside shops, cafes, restaurants, and B&B's. The beach is overlooked by the South West Coast Path and has superb views to Lundy Island in the Bristol Channel.
During World War II, the beach was used to train the US Army in amphibious landings as part of the Normandy Landings. A stone memorial to the soldiers can be found on the grassy headland at the north end of the golden sandy bay.
The beach is perfect for families and surfers, with plenty of amenities and activities on offer. With lifeguards on duty during the summer months, visitors can enjoy a safe and fun day at the beach. The beach has ample parking, clean facilities, and easy access, making it an ideal destination for a family day out.
Woolacombe Village Beach is on the North Devon Heritage Coast.
Sand
| Today |  |
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| Chance of rain | 56% |
| Max temperature | 16°C |
| feels like | 17°C |
| Wind 15mph |  |
| Max UV Index |  |
| Tonight |  |
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| Chance of rain | 99% |
| Min temperature | 16°C |
| feels like | 15°C |
| Wind 21mph |  |
The tide at Woolacombe Village Beach is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 3:26 PM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 9:54 PM.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Food available
Toilets
Shops
Litter bins
Three large car parks.
Dogs not allowed on certain areas May 1st to September 30th and must be on a lead.
Cleaned daily during the summer
Daily - 30th April - 25th September
Weekends - 16th - 24th April; 1st - 16th October
Easter - 25th March - 10th April
Oct half term - 22nd - 30th October
Water quality not measured here
less than a mile north-northwest as the seagull flies, less than a mile by road.
just over a mile north as the seagull flies, around 2 miles by road.
around 2 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 5 miles by road or 2 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 3 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 5 miles by road or 4 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 4 miles northeast as the seagull flies, around 6 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 northeast as the seagull flies, around 6 miles by road.
around 6 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 8 miles south as the seagull flies, around 20 miles by road.
around 14 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 20 miles by road.
around 14 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 35 miles by road.
around 16 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 22 miles by road.
around 16 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 39 miles by road.
around 17 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 21 miles by road.
around 19 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 39 miles by road.
around 22 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 42 miles by road.
around 26 miles east as the seagull flies, around 34 miles by road.
around 26 miles north as the seagull flies, around 194 miles by road.
around 26 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 47 miles by road.
Location: Woolacombe
Location type: Town
OS Grid: SS455436
Coordinates: 51°10'16"N 4°12'38"W
Mapcode: GBR KJ.6H4Y
What 3 Words: jolly.carpeted.snuggled
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 7DL
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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