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St Mary's Bay
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St Mary's Bay is located on the English channel (part of North Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 14th place out of 19 beaches in the Torbay region The beach is located in a natural place, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a spacious bay with crystal turquoise water and gray sand & rocks cover, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, pet owners etc. It is not crowded place during the season.
St Mary's Bay coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, toilets. .
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sup-surfing.
Getting to the beach is quite simple: just take a short walk along the trail. Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.
5 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Elberry Cove, which has a rating of 7.2.
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Beach overall scores
St Mary's Bay (Torbay) is located outside the Brixham settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the St Mary's Bay with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.
User reviews
"The beach is absolutely amazing, even though the trek to get there from Berry Head was quite challenging. However, it was definitely worth it. Additionally, it's great to note that the beach is free and open to the public."
Lincoln Maguire
"This beach is fantastic - it's secluded and offers stunning views. It's worth noting that the beach is mostly pebbles and doesn't have any facilities, but the best part is that it's free to the public! Just be prepared to climb about 115 steps to get down to the beach."
Johannes Clefford
User reviews
"The beach is absolutely amazing, even though the trek to get there from Berry Head was quite challenging. However, it was definitely worth it. Additionally, it's great to note that the beach is free and open to the public."
Lincoln Maguire
"This beach is fantastic - it's secluded and offers stunning views. It's worth noting that the beach is mostly pebbles and doesn't have any facilities, but the best part is that it's free to the public! Just be prepared to climb about 115 steps to get down to the beach."
Johannes Clefford
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A good place to stay! Lots of accommodation options nearby.
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What to do in St Mary's Bay? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
If you like outdoor activities, the St Mary's Bay 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!
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Quayside Hotel Brixh...• 16 min walk
- Lucky Boat• 17 min walk
- Berry Head Hotel• 22 min walk
- K’ohana• 4km
Attractions
- Golden Hind Museum S...• 17 min walk
- Berry Head Lighthous...• 26 min walk
- Brixham Battery• 26 min walk
- Battery Gardens• 27 min walk
Transport
- EXT• 39.2km
- Town Square (Stand B...• 16 min walk
- Churston• 3.9km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the St Mary's Bay?
The beach has a sandy and rocky covering of gray color. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and rocks, so it is highly recommended to wear aqua shoes.
What are the key activities at St Mary's Bay?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the St Mary's Bay, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The St Mary's Bay is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Sup surfing (Sup touring)
Is the St Mary's Bay good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
St Mary's Bay does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
There are some boats in the bay.
Is the St Mary's Bay good for families?
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 mixture of sand and stones and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
Is the St Mary's Bay secluded and good for relaxing?
The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.
The following features add extra points:
- Mountains/hills in the vicinity
What are the key audiences of St Mary's Bay?
St Mary's Bay can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Beachgoers with pets
Is there any food or beverages in the area of St Mary's Bay?
The bar is located right on the St Mary's Bay.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Quayside Hotel Brixham is the closest place located 1200 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the St Mary's Bay?
There are 1146 places to stay in the St Mary's Bay area.
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the St Mary's Bay from parking?
The St Mary's Bay 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 and you have to overcome a small descent.
Are there any attractions nearby St Mary's Bay?
There are 4 attractions near St Mary's Bay that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Golden Hind Museum Ship located in 1.3 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit St Mary's Bay?
The month with the highest temperature in St Mary's Bay 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.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
St Mary's Bay (Torbay) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.St Mary's Bay (Torbay) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.
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