Broadsands Beach Beach
Paignton, Torbay
Red sandy beach between rock headlands, sheltered, with parkland to the rear. The long promenade is lined with colourful beach huts and gives a level walk to both ends of the beach. Favoured as a starting point for coastal walks. Facilities include a cafe, restaurant, shops, toilets (including disabled).
Beach Type
SandFacilities
CafeRestaurant
Beach huts
Toilets
Disabled visitors facilities
Disabled access to beach
Deckchair hire
Pedalo hire
Slipway
Promenade
Dog exercise area
Crazy golf
Lost child centre
Activities
SwimmingSailing and pedalo hire are all available at the beach
Nature and Wildlife
There is a coastal footpath which is ideal for walks.Parking
There is a car park adjacent to the beach.Water Quality
ExcellentLifeguard
NoCleaning and Litter
The beach is cleaned daily by the council both by hand and mechanically and litter bins are provided.Dogs
Dogs are banned between May - September.Awards and Recommendations
Blue Flag BeachQuality Coast Award
Marine Conservation Society Recommended
Location
Nearest town: PaigntonCounty: Torbay
Latitude/Longitude: 50.4059, -3.55236
Postcode: TQ4 6HL
(postcode is for sat-nav purposes only, and may not represent the actual address of the beach)
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Nearest Railway Stations
Paignton (About a mile and a half away)Torquay (Approx. 4 miles away)
Torre (Approx. 4 miles away)
Totnes (Approx. 6 miles away)
Newton Abbot (Approx. 9 miles away)
Tourist Information
Paignton TIC The Esplanade Paignton TQ4 6BN Tel: 01803 558383See the Environment Agency report for this beach