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Oddicombe beach is located on the English channel (part of North Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 7th place out of 19 beaches in the Torbay region The beach is located in an urban area, surrounded by the cliffs. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.
It is a spacious coastline with turquoise water and black sand & pebble cover, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
Oddicombe beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, toilets. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis. Daily boat rental service is located nearby.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sup-surfing, sea kayaking.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.
9 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Maidencombe beach, which has a rating of 8.1.
Oddicombe beach is located in Torbay within Torquay, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Black sand & pebble, Turquoise pure water
Maidencombe 1.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Black sand & pebble, Turquoise pure water
Maidencombe 0.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Brown sand
Paignton 0.5 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Brown sand, Turquoise pure water
Paignton 1.7 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water, Sand bottom
Exmouth 0.5 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Light fine pebble, Turquoise pure water, Fine pebbles bottom
Slapton 1.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water
Bantham 0.7 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access
Mothecombe 0.3 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Light fine pebble
Blackpool 0.1 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Light fine pebble, Turquoise pure water
Strete Gate 0.3 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
East Portlemouth 1.1 km
What to do in Oddicombe beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
If you like outdoor activities, the Oddicombe beach can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!
There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at Oddicombe beach. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.
In most cases, the question What to do on Oddicombe beach implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.
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Oddicombe beach has a golden sand and pebble cover. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and pebbles, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes.
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Oddicombe beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.
The Oddicombe beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Oddicombe beach is partially protected from waves.
There are some boats in the bay.
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand mixed with pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
The following features add extra points:
The bar is located right on the Oddicombe beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Three Degrees West is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.
There are 1062 places to stay in the Oddicombe beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Oddicombe beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
The Oddicombe beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters.
There are 4 attractions near Oddicombe beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Babbacombe Cliff Railway located in 0.2 km. See the attractions section for details.
The month with the highest temperature in Oddicombe beach is July. Its average value reaches 20°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 17°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 9°C and water 10°C. See more details in weather section.
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
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Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
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Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
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Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Light fine pebble
Eastbourne 0.5 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Brown fine pebble, Blue pure water, Fine pebbles bottom
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