Beach
Blackpool Sands, Dartmouth
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Blackpool Sands is a sheltered shingle beach on the Start Bay coast, known for its exceptionally clear, turquoise waters that rival the Mediterranean. Surrounded by lush, wooded cliffs, the beach offers a tranquil escape with facilities including a café and kayak rentals. The pebbly shore is ideal for sunbathing and swimming, while the water quality is consistently excellent. It's a popular spot for families and couples alike, with a peaceful atmosphere even in summer. The beach is also a haven for wildlife, with occasional sightings of seals and dolphins offshore.
Don't miss
- Swim in the clear, turquoise waters that are often calm and clean
- Rent a kayak or paddleboard to explore the coastline from the water
- Walk the coastal path along the wooded cliffs for panoramic sea views
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Blackpool Sands, Dartmouth
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inSEA LIFE Blackpool Admission Ticket4.1★ · 435 travelers1-2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$19 per personSee dates →
Most bookedSantorini Horse Riding to Black Sandy Beach4.9★ · 1,105 travelers~2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$99 per personSee dates →
Top ratedPilgrims' Path walk across the sands to Holy Island5★ · 104 travelers~4 hoursFree cancellationFrom$40 per personSee dates →More attractions in Dartmouth
