A tidal swimming pool lies in wait at Woody Bay
- Credit: Ian Shaw
Swimming in the ocean is one of the joys of summer in Devon and wild swimming has hugely increased in popularity recently. Enjoy our guide to the best beaches to take the plunge this summer
Best for families and swimmers, offering safe waters to swim in:
1) Woolacombe Beach, Woolacombe
Three miles of clean golden sand make this award-winning beach a great family day out. Enjoy swimming and water sports, and take a stroll along the beautiful coastal paths.
Lifeguarded daily from April to September
More information: nationaltrust.org.uk/woolacombe. Sat Nav: EX34 7DL
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The Valley of Rocks (c) j.e.mcgowan, Flickr (CC BY 2.0)
- Credit: Archant
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