Woodcombe Sand (Beach), Salcombe, South Devon
One of South Devon's best 'secret' beaches
If you're looking for coastline and beaches away from the crowds then head east of the Salcombe Kingsbridge Estuary. One of South Devon's best 'secret' beaches is at Woodcombe Sand (Beach). Located below steep cliffs, Woodcombe Sand (Beach) is small and peaceful.
Location of Woodcombe Sand (Beach)
Woodcombe Sand (Beach) is close to East Prawle in the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
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Directions and parking for Woodcombe Sand (Beach)
To visit, follow the South West Coast Path east from the East Prawle area.
Above the beach, you'll connect with a path that winds down to Woodcombe Sand (Beach).
Alternatively, there's limited parking behind Lannacombe Beach. You then walk west on the South West Coast Path to reach Woodcombe Sand (Beach).
Note that there's a large car parking area above Start Point. Walk in from there.
Woodcombe Sand (Beach)
There are great views across Lannacombe Bay to Peartree Point.
Things to do near Woodcombe Sand (Beach)
Enjoy a pub lunch or drink at the Pigs Nose Inn in East Prawle.
Visit Start Point Lighthouse at Start Point.
Explore the Salcombe Kingsbridge Estuary.
Other beaches near Woodcombe Sand (Beach)
Other beaches we'd recommend visiting in the bay include Lannacombe Beach and Great Mattiscombe Sand (Beach). These are both located east of Woodcombe Sand (Beach) in the direction of Start Point.
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