Bantham Beach
An outdoor seaside-attractions in Devon
Bantham Beach is a stunning sandy beach in south Devon, backed by dunes and meadows, part of the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Ideal for families, it offers excellent swimming, bodyboarding, and rock pooling. The beach is lifeguarded in summer, and there are gentle slopes making it easy for kids. Facilities: seasonal café, toilets, and surf hire. Parking is available (pay and display, limited). Dogs are banned from Easter to October (10am-6pm) on the main beach, but allowed elsewhere. Nearby: the South West Coast Path offers great walks; the village of Bantham has a pub and a shop. Practical tips: arrive early in peak season to secure parking; check tide times as the beach nearly disappears at high tide. Sun shelter is advisable as shade is limited.
At a glance
Entry
Free / cheap
What parents should know
Bantham Beach is a stunning sandy beach in south Devon, backed by dunes and meadows, part of the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Parking
Arrive early for parking in peak season
Pay and display parking is limited, so arrive early during school holidays and weekends to secure a space.
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Bantham Beach is an outdoor natural area with no formal opening hours. The beach is accessible year-round. Lifeguards present May-September. Parking and facilities are available, with some seasonal variations.
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