Wembury Beach
Plymouth, Devon
A sandy cove with rockpools which is backed by low cliffs. Located down a quite country lane, this beach is absolutely fantastic for spotting some of the UK's most colourful shore life. Wembury marine centre also hosts rock pool rambles for kids during the Summer.
Beach Type
SandFacilities
Cafe/restaurantToilets and a Marine Interpretation Centre
Activities
Swimming and rockpool events - there are frequent Rock Pool Rambles and events organised by Wembury Marine Centre (Devon Wildlife Trust) for all agesNature and Wildlife
South West Coastal Path walks. circular countryside walks. and Coast to Coast walk to Lynmouth incorporating Two Moors Way. Good rockpools with seashore rockpool wildlife - a voluntary Marine Conservation Area.Parking
There are approximately 150 car spaces available for a charge.Water Quality
AcceptableLifeguard
NoCleaning and Litter
The beach is cleaned daily in high season by South Hams District Council.Dogs
Dogs are banned between May and September.Location
Nearest town: PlymouthCounty: Devon
Latitude/Longitude: 50.3171, -4.08471
Postcode: PL9 0HR
(postcode is for sat-nav purposes only, and may not represent the actual address of the beach)
Access
Easy access from car park.Public Transport
Nearest train station is in Plymouth. First in Devon bus service no. 48 to Plymouth.Nearest Railway Stations
Plymouth (Approx. 5 miles away)Devonport Dockyard (Approx. 6 miles away)
Devonport (Devon) (Approx. 6 miles away)
Keyham (Approx. 7 miles away)
St Budeaux Victoria Road (Approx. 7 miles away)
Tourist Information
Modbury Tourist Information Centre 4 Modbury Court Church Street Modbury Tel: 01548 830159 E-mail: modburytic@lineone.netSee the Environment Agency report for this beach