Meadfoot - Torbay Beach
Torquay, Torbay
This sandy beach is situated just to the east of Torquay and south of Babbacombe Bay. In the middle of one of Britain's best known and most popular resort areas. The beach itself is backed by imposing cliffs which provide an ideal vantage point for wildlife observers.
Beach Type
ShingleFacilities
Toilets are available including disabled facilitiesThere is also a cafe
A first aid post and a lost child centre
Beach huts
Deck chair hire
Slipway
Activities
Swimming is the main activity and floats are available for hire (in zoned areas)Nature and Wildlife
The beach is adjacent to a Site of Special Scientific Interest. Meadfoot is on the South West Coast Path.Parking
A car park is adjacent to the beach. for 50 cars. including disabled spaces. There is a charge.Water Quality
ExcellentLifeguard
NoCleaning and Litter
The beach is cleaned daily in the summer and periodically in the winter. The north eastern section has a 'poop scoop' law in operation between May - September.Dogs
Dogs are banned from south western section. Bins and dog bins are available.Awards and Recommendations
Marine Conservation Society RecommendedLocation
Nearest town: TorquayCounty: Torbay
Latitude/Longitude: 50.4569, -3.50683
Postcode: TQ1 2LL
(postcode is for sat-nav purposes only, and may not represent the actual address of the beach)
Access
From Torquay harbour. follow the signs for Babbacombe. turning right at the sign for Meadfoot Beach. The beach can be reached from the road.Public Transport
Buses pass nearby. Torquay is the nearest railway station. and buses go from here to the beach.Nearest Railway Stations
Torquay (About a mile and a half away)Torre (Approx. 2 miles away)
Paignton (Approx. 3 miles away)
Teignmouth (Approx. 6 miles away)
Newton Abbot (Approx. 6 miles away)
Tourist Information
The Tourist Centre Vaughan Parade Torquay Devon TQ2 5JG Tel: 0906 680 1268See the Environment Agency report for this beach