Whitsand Beach

Beach in Devon

England

Whitsand Beach

Wood edge by John Musgrave Heritage Trail Looking left from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6810364">SX9167 : Blackthorn gateway, John Musgrave Heritage Trail</a>, to the corner of the hillside grassland with trees above Padacre Road. — Wood edge by John Musgrave Heritage Trail Credit: Derek Harper

Whitsand Beach is a stunning stretch of coastline located in southeast Cornwall, near the border with Devon, England. Spanning approximately 4 miles, this sandy beach is renowned for its natural beauty and unspoiled surroundings.

Nestled between Rame Head and Portwrinkle, Whitsand Beach offers panoramic views of the rugged cliffs and rolling hills that characterize the area. The beach is accessible via a steep cliff path, which adds to the sense of adventure and seclusion that visitors can expect to find here.

With its golden sands and crystal-clear waters, Whitsand Beach provides the perfect setting for a variety of recreational activities. Its size and relatively remote location make it an ideal spot for swimming, kayaking, and paddleboarding, while the strong Atlantic waves attract surfers from far and wide.

Nature lovers will also appreciate the abundance of wildlife that can be spotted along the beach and in the surrounding area. From rare seabirds to dolphins and seals, the diverse ecosystem of Whitsand Beach offers a rewarding experience for any avid birdwatcher or animal enthusiast.

Facilities at Whitsand Beach are limited, with just a couple of cafes and beachside parking available. As a result, the beach tends to be less crowded than other popular destinations, allowing visitors to enjoy a peaceful and tranquil experience. Whether you are seeking relaxation or adventure, Whitsand Beach is a hidden gem that offers something for everyone.

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Whitsand Beach Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.497415/-3.5136633 or Grid Reference SX9267. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Wood edge by John Musgrave Heritage Trail Looking left from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6810364">SX9167 : Blackthorn gateway, John Musgrave Heritage Trail</a>, to the corner of the hillside grassland with trees above Padacre Road.

Wood edge by John Musgrave Heritage Trail

Looking left from SX9167 : Blackthorn gateway, John Musgrave Heritage Trail, to the corner of the hillside grassland with trees above Padacre Road.

Hillside by John Musgrave Heritage Trail With houses on Merrivale Close. This looks back to the right from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6917113">SX9167 : Wood edge by John Musgrave Heritage Trail</a>.

Hillside by John Musgrave Heritage Trail

With houses on Merrivale Close. This looks back to the right from SX9167 : Wood edge by John Musgrave Heritage Trail.

Hillside by John Musgrave Heritage Trail A similar view to <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6917129">SX9167 : Hillside by John Musgrave Heritage Trail</a> taken looking left from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6811035">SX9167 : John Musgrave Heritage Trail</a>.

Hillside by John Musgrave Heritage Trail

A similar view to SX9167 : Hillside by John Musgrave Heritage Trail taken looking left from SX9167 : John Musgrave Heritage Trail.

Path, The Avenues On the southern slopes of Brunel Park.

Path, The Avenues

On the southern slopes of Brunel Park.

Path, The Avenues A little further up the path shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6917168">SX9167 : Path, The Avenues</a>.

Path, The Avenues

A little further up the path shown in SX9167 : Path, The Avenues.

Drinking trough north of Maidencombe In a comer of a field containing a maze of paths.

Drinking trough north of Maidencombe

In a comer of a field containing a maze of paths.

Combe north of Maidencombe From close to where <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6920127">SX9268 : Drinking trough north of Maidencombe</a> was taken.

Combe north of Maidencombe

From close to where SX9268 : Drinking trough north of Maidencombe was taken.

Ground ivy north of Maidencombe Part of a dominant population of Glechoma hederacea at the edge of a pasture.

Ground ivy north of Maidencombe

Part of a dominant population of Glechoma hederacea at the edge of a pasture.

Gorse north of Maidencombe On the side of a combe.

Gorse north of Maidencombe

On the side of a combe.

Combe north of Maidencombe Showing the patch of gorse seen in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6920158">SX9269 : Gorse north of Maidencombe</a>.

Combe north of Maidencombe

Showing the patch of gorse seen in SX9269 : Gorse north of Maidencombe.

Combe north of Maidencombe Looking left from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6920162">SX9269 : Combe north of Maidencombe</a>.

Combe north of Maidencombe

Looking left from SX9269 : Combe north of Maidencombe.

Fields above Blackaller's Cove Looking left from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6920168">SX9268 : Combe north of Maidencombe</a>, with overlap. The coast path can be seen, hugging the clifftop between hedges.

Fields above Blackaller's Cove

Looking left from SX9268 : Combe north of Maidencombe, with overlap. The coast path can be seen, hugging the clifftop between hedges.

Springtime north of Maidencombe Fresh green leaves and blackthorn blossom beside footpath TQ3.

Springtime north of Maidencombe

Fresh green leaves and blackthorn blossom beside footpath TQ3.

Gate on path On footpath TQ3, which links the A379 to the coast path.

Gate on path

On footpath TQ3, which links the A379 to the coast path.

Gates by the path Footpath TQ3 continues through the trees past gateways left and right, affording views over coastal combes on either side.

Gates by the path

Footpath TQ3 continues through the trees past gateways left and right, affording views over coastal combes on either side.

Scrub on hillside above Herring Cove Gorse and other bushes clothe the steep side of a combe above the sea.

Scrub on hillside above Herring Cove

Gorse and other bushes clothe the steep side of a combe above the sea.

Building site off Teignmouth Road Steady progress on the site shown less than eight months earlier at <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6577393">SX9269 : Building site off Teignmouth Road</a>.

Building site off Teignmouth Road

Steady progress on the site shown less than eight months earlier at SX9269 : Building site off Teignmouth Road.

Coastal farmland near Herring Cove A gateway on the permissive path around the top edge of the combes above the coast. No sign of the noisy dog today <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6732647">SX9269 : Noisy dog, Fantasea</a>!

Coastal farmland near Herring Cove

A gateway on the permissive path around the top edge of the combes above the coast. No sign of the noisy dog today SX9269 : Noisy dog, Fantasea!

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Whitsand Beach is located at Grid Ref: SX9267 (Lat: 50.497415, Lng: -3.5136633)

Unitary Authority: Torbay

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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///hips.today.wrong. Near Torquay, Devon

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Watcombe Head

Natural: headland

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Valley of Rocks

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Smugglers' Hole

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Giant Rock

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Barrier: stile

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