Combe Martin Situated in a sheltered valley between Ilfracombe and Lynton on the edge Exmoor forest, walkers and riders will find plenty of footpaths and bridlways here. The village lays claim to the longest high street in the country. Low tide reveals large stretches of sand at the little cove. Swimming is safe, water sports popular and parking, toilets and refreshments are available.

Lynton & Lynmouth Two adjacent villages, Lynton a Victorian resort being 600ft above and linked to Lynmouth by a water powered cliff railway. Lynmouth lies at an estuary where the East and West Lyn meet and was almost washed away by disasterous floodwaters in August 1952. This is "Englands Little Switzerland" offering spectacular coastal and inland walks, of note being the Valley of the Rocks and the steeply wooded Glen Lyn Gorge where one is constantly reminded of both the beauty and forces of nature. Both villages have an plenty of accommodation, tea shops, and gift shops. The beach is of rock & pebble. Boat trips from the harbour afford excellent views of this rugged yet picturesque coastline.

Barricane Beach (Woolacombe ) Fascinatingly unique on the North Devon Coast and known locally as Shell Beach because of the exotic shells, carried from the Carribean, to be found on this sand & single beach. Swimming is safe, there is parking, a shop and access to the beach easy.

Croyde Bay about 1 mile from the delightful village of Croyde with its thatched cottages, pubs and cafes and unique Rock and Gem Museum. The wide, sheltered bay with long sweeps of gently sloping sands, offers excellent bathing and surfing.

Westward Ho! Named after Charles Kingsley's novel. Situated in a sheltered bay with 2 miles of sandy beach backed by a pebble ridge and adjoining the 600 acres of sand dunes, salt marsh and pasture of Northam Burrows Country Park. A wide range of self-catering accommodation is available on the foreshore at this popular yet quiet family resort. Serviced and Traditional Bed & Breakfast is also available.Safe swimming Easy access.

Woolacombe Award winning resort with 3 miles of sandy beach stretching from Baggy Point to Morte Point. One of Britains top 6 beaches for water quality, cleanliness, safe life-guard patrolled swimming and access. A popular but not dominated surfing beach. Wide choice of accommodation available and good facilities.