Photo of Dawlish Town beach with brown sand surface © Leon Barnfield Google
Photo of Dawlish Town beach with turquoise water surface © abc def Google
Photo of Dawlish Town beach with long multi bays © Toby Hayes Google
Photo of Dawlish Town beach with partly clean level of cleanliness © abc def Google
Photo of Dawlish Town beach with brown sand surface © Leon Barnfield Google
Photo of Dawlish Town beach with turquoise water surface © abc def Google
Photo of Dawlish Town beach with long multi bays © Toby Hayes Google
Photo of Dawlish Town beach with partly clean level of cleanliness © abc def Google
5.9
Pleasant

Dawlish Town beach

Dawlish, United Kingdom
#542 out of 570 in England
5.9
Pleasant
Located within the settlement
Dawlish 0.3 km
Map of beach
Cafe The Cove Café
9.2 - Excellent 70m
Restaurant Sticky Rice Restaurant
9.6 - Exceptional 240m
Bar Brunswick Arms
8.8 - Excellent 330m
Restaurant The Smugglers Inn
9 - Excellent 440m
Restaurant Gurkha Restaurant
8.8 - Excellent 650m
Bar The Boat House Tavern & Grill
8.2 - Very good 730m
Bar The Anchor Inn
9.2 - Excellent 2.8km
Coffee Shop Teign Bean @ The Beach
9 - Excellent 2.9km
Seafood Restaurant River Exe Cafe
9.4 - Excellent 3.1km

About

Dawlish Town beach is located on the English channel (part of North Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 69th place out of 78 beaches in the Devon region The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.

It is a long several bays coastline with turquoise water and brown sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Dawlish Town beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, toilets. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis.

Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

3 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Dawlish Warren beach, which has a rating of 7.1.

Dawlish Town beach is located in Devon within Dawlish, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

Weather

history
+18 o C +14 o C
Air temperature
6.8 M/S
Wind
+16 o C
Water temperature
1.6 M
Wave height

Dawlish, England, Devon

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Located within the settlement
Dawlish 0.3 km
Map of beach
Cafe The Cove Café
9.2 - Excellent 70m
Restaurant Sticky Rice Restaurant
9.6 - Exceptional 240m
Bar Brunswick Arms
8.8 - Excellent 330m
Restaurant The Smugglers Inn
9 - Excellent 440m
Restaurant Gurkha Restaurant
8.8 - Excellent 650m
Bar The Boat House Tavern & Grill
8.2 - Very good 730m
Bar The Anchor Inn
9.2 - Excellent 2.8km
Coffee Shop Teign Bean @ The Beach
9 - Excellent 2.9km
Seafood Restaurant River Exe Cafe
9.4 - Excellent 3.1km
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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby
140m from the beach
9.2 Excellent

The Blenheim

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Located at nearest locality
Dawlish  •  230m   from center
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Dawlish  •  270m   from center
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240m from the beach
8.7 Excellent

Lyme Bay House

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Dawlish  •  200m   from center
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370m from the beach
9.4 Excellent

Lammas Park House

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Dawlish  •  360m   from center
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530m from the beach
9.7 Exceptional
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Dawlish  •  340m   from center
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Daisy Cottage

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Dawlish  •  330m   from center
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600m from the beach
9.2 Excellent
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Dawlish  •  370m   from center
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750m from the beach
8.9 Excellent

1 Laurel Cottages

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Dawlish  •  500m   from center
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960m from the beach
9.4 Excellent

Old Town House

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Dawlish  •  710m   from center
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Sail Loft

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Located at nearest locality
Dawlish  •  910m   from center
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Little Weech

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Located at nearest locality
Dawlish  •  1km   from center
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The Lodge

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Located at nearest locality
Dawlish  •  2km   from center
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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.1 (Good)

Dawlish Town beach is located in Devon within Dawlish, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

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Nearest Beaches

Holcombe beach
2.3km
Holcombe beach Holcombe beach
6.6 Good
Dawlish Warren beach
2.9km
Dawlish Warren beach Dawlish Warren beach
7.1 Good
Teignmouth beach
Popular beach 4.2km
Teignmouth beach Teignmouth beach
6.6 Good
Shaldon beach
5.1km
Shaldon beach Shaldon beach
6.7 Good
Exmouth Beach
Popular beach 5.3km
Exmouth Beach Exmouth Beach
7.7 Very good
Ness Cove beach
5.4km
Ness Cove beach Ness Cove beach
6.8 Good
Green fields beach
6km
Green fields beach Green fields beach
7.5 Very good
Sandy Bay beach
7.7km
Sandy Bay beach Sandy Bay beach
7.8 Very good

Localities

Dawlish  •  310m

Transport

EXT  •  17.6km
Barton Crescent  •  770m
Torre  •  13.2km
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5.9 Pleasant

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5.9 Pleasant
MR
Matt Reynolds
10 Exceptional

Dawlish Beach is an absolute treasure that never fails to captivate me. Its stunning beauty along the coast and peaceful atmosphere make it a perfect getaway from the busy and chaotic everyday life. The pristine sandy shores stretch as far as the eye can see, providing a picturesque view for leisurely strolls or moments of peaceful reflection. The rhythmic sound of the waves crashing against the shore is both soothing and invigorating, creating a sense of tranquility that is hard to find elsewhere. Whether it's a sunny day with clear blue skies or a slightly cloudy afternoon, the beach's charm remains unmatched. With its breathtaking views and a feeling of serenity that washes over you, Dawlish Beach is a captivating destination that leaves you feeling rejuvenated and connected to nature.

September 2023
RT
Ren Thompson
10 Exceptional

I really enjoy Dawlish and the surrounding area. It's incredibly peaceful and there's a charming little cove located at the far end of the beach.

September 2023
LE
Lynne Everly
8 Very good

I went to Dawlish last year and absolutely loved it. It's a charming little town with plenty of lovely gardens and shops. There's also a small beach where we spent the entire day. It truly felt like we were in Spain.

September 2023
IR
Ibn Rashid Al-Farouq
8 Very good

The beach was small but pleasant, and there was convenient parking available at a reasonable price. It was also convenient that I could pay for parking using the app. There were plenty of food options near the beach. However, my only complaint, which prevented me from giving it a perfect rating, was the abundance of stones on the beach. This made it quite uncomfortable for the kids to walk barefoot.

September 2023
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parker rock
6 Pleasant

What can be said about a Seaside town in South Devon? Well, it's simply a seaside town located in South Devon. There are only two distinctive features that set it apart from other towns - the Railway that runs through it and the presence of four black Swans. Apart from that, there isn't much else to mention as it's all pretty similar. Oh, and we can't forget to mention the Only Gay in the Village - Gays Creamery, which is definitely worth a visit. However, it has transformed from a local shop that sold incredibly delicious food to an overly commercialized establishment that still serves great food, but has lost some of its original charm. It's become a bit cheesy, if you will. In terms of amenities, there are a few Pubs, arcades, small convenience shops, and a handful of antique shops up the hill. But that's about it. You can easily explore everything the town has to offer within three hours, including grabbing a pie from Gays. Now, let's talk about the beach. It has a sandy and pebbly shoreline, stretching out quite a distance. The crashing waves often turn the water a reddish hue due to the sand. The beach also offers a picturesque backdrop of the coastal path and the railway. If you bring your kids along, roll up your trousers, put on a knotted hanky as a headgear, and enjoy a beer like Bass Trade Mark No1, you'll have a perfectly enjoyable day.

September 2023