Dawlish - Town Beach

Dawlish, Devon

This long sandy beach is backed by cliffs, the railway line and Dawlish Town. At low tide, a beautiful sandy beach is enjoyed by visitors, especially families.

Beach Type

Sand

Facilities

Cafe/restaurants
Slip-way
Toilets (including toilets for the disabled) and pleasure boat trips are all provided at this beach

Activities

Swimming and fishing

Nature and Wildlife

The South West Coastal Path provides an excellent opportunity for walking. There is a park called 'The Lawn'. and a river. the Brook. running through the town.

Parking

Car parking is available in the town. and off the streets. usually for a charge.

Water Quality

Acceptable

Lifeguard

No

Cleaning and Litter

The beach is cleaned daily by Teignbridge District Council Resort Staff and Litter bins are also available. Dogs are banned on half the beach from 1st May - 30th September and dog litter bins are provided.

Location

Nearest town: Dawlish
County: Devon
Latitude/Longitude: 50.5812, -3.46134
Postcode: EX7 0BS
(postcode is for sat-nav purposes only, and may not represent the actual address of the beach)

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Access

Dawlish is off the A38 and M5. The beach is accessed from under the railway bridge.

Public Transport

Dawlish Railway Station is on the seafront.

Nearest Railway Stations

Dawlish (Less than half a mile away)
Dawlish Warren (About a mile and a half away)
Teignmouth (Approx. 2 miles away)
Starcross (Approx. 3 miles away)
Exmouth (Approx. 3 miles away)

Tourist Information

Dawlish Tourist Information Centre The Lawn Dawlish Tel: 01626 215665 Web site: www.teignbridge.gov.uk

See the Environment Agency report for this beach

Accomodation Links

Hotels and Guest Houses in Dawlish

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