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Saunton Beach, Saunton

4.2
#7 of 42 in Beaches in Devon
#Beach, #Nature / Park
Grab your surfboard and prepare to hang ten at Saunton Beach, located in an area known for its remarkable sand dunes. Part of a UNESCO biosphere reserve, the beach includes a military training area at one end, which is occasionally cordoned off and used as an airstrip for practice. The beach's long stretch of sand makes it a popular family vacation destination, featuring a small cafe and an outlet offering surf lessons and surfboards for rent. Put Saunton Beach into our Saunton trip planner to see other points of interest to visit during your vacation in Saunton.
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  • By Catherine A On March 3, 2018
    Fab huge beach. Clean and tidy.Great for dogs and kids of all ages. It also has toilet facilities and a cafe. You have to pay for parking on your exit.  more »
  • By liz d On February 12, 2018
    We visit stunning Saunton Sands regularly with our young children from our holiday home on the outskirts of Bideford. We all love our long walks along this spectacular beach and paddling in the rock p...  more »
  • By Karl N On February 5, 2018
    This is a lovely beach very clean and tidy with amazing golden sand. But it's only really accessable by bus or car, and the car park isn't that cheep. But after arriving you wouldn't be disappointed w...  more »
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