Blackpool Sands
A crescent-shaped private beach framed by pine trees, with turquoise water and fine shingle; often ranked among the best beaches in Britain.
Blackpool Sands lies about 5 km south of Dartmouth. The bay is wrapped in pine-covered hillsides and the clear water gives it a 'Mediterranean' look. The beach is run by a private estate and has a café, stand-up paddleboard and kayak hire, and showers and toilets. It is clean and well kept, and lifeguards are on duty in summer. Entry to the beach is free, but parking costs money. You can combine it with Dartmouth on the same day, either by car or on the bus from Dartmouth to Kingsbridge.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Dartmouth
- Dartmouth Castle
- Dartmouth Steam Railway
- Greenway
- Paignton Zoo
- Brixham Harbour & Golden Hind
- Totnes & Totnes Castle
- Cockington Village