Key Features
- Property code: PIPIT
- Preferred changeover day: Saturday
- Check in: 4pm
- Check out: 10am
- 2 or more bathrooms
- Access statement available
- May be suitable for those with mobility problems
- Parking (see description for details)
- Dishwasher
- Electric vehicle charging (see description)
- Ground floor accommodation
- Garden or outside space
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Nearby shop
- Short breaks available
- Village
- Washing machine
- WiFi
Description
Pipit is a modern three bedroom lodge home situated in a beautiful countryside setting a short distance from the coast in South Devon.
This dog friendly holiday home is finished to a high standard, with plenty of parking, a tranquil garden with a sunny terrace for al fresco dining while enjoying the views over the fields beyond. There is a useful shed perfect for locking away bikes for cycling enthusiasts keen to explore the scenic routes of the South Hams. Pipit is a light and spacious retreat for friends and family to enjoy the delights of South Devon.
Key Features
- Property code: PIPIT
- Preferred changeover day: Saturday
- Check in: 4pm
- Check out: 10am
- 2 or more bathrooms
- Access statement available
- May be suitable for those with mobility problems
- Parking (see description for details)
- Dishwasher
- Electric vehicle charging (see description)
- Ground floor accommodation
- Garden or outside space
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Nearby shop
- Short breaks available
- Village
- Washing machine
- WiFi
Description
Pipit is a modern three bedroom lodge home situated in a beautiful countryside setting a short distance from the coast in South Devon.
This dog friendly holiday home is finished to a high standard, with plenty of parking, a tranquil garden with a sunny terrace for al fresco dining while enjoying the views over the fields beyond. There is a useful shed perfect for locking away bikes for cycling enthusiasts keen to explore the scenic routes of the South Hams. Pipit is a light and spacious retreat for friends and family to enjoy the delights of South Devon.
Front door leads into hall
Utility Cupboard with washing machine
Open plan kitchen/living area
Kitchen with Oven with combi oven above, fridge freezer, dishwasher, induction hob.
Dining area table with seating for 6.
Lounge with two large two-seater sofas, two armchairs, TV with amazon firestick, double doors to terrace.
Bedroom 1 with 5ft king size bed.
En suite with walk in shower, WC and hand basin, heated towel rail.
Bedroom 2 with 3ft Twin beds (Can be made as a superking on request at time of booking).
Bedroom 3 with 3ft Twin beds.
Family bathroom Bath with shower over, WC, hand basin, heated towel rail.
Shed by the parking area and small lawn
Enclosed lawn and terrace to the rear with table and seating for 6, charcoal barbecue with views over the fields and Christmas tree farm beyond.
Stokenham is a lovely village situated on the main road between Kingsbridge and Dartmouth, less than a mile from the coastal village of Torcross. With two great local pubs, the excellent Stokely Farm Shop and Restaurant, and many fantastic beaches and beautiful countryside on your doorstep, it is a great spot for a holiday in Devon.
There are many picturesque country walks in the surrounding area, as well as the magnificent South West Coast Path which can be joined at Torcross, a dog-friendly pebble beach with breathtaking views across Start Bay. The Slapton Ley Nature Reserve is a fresh water lake here separated from the sea by a narrow strip of shingle, and home to many species of rare birds and wildlife.
The market town of Kingsbridge, at the head of the Salcombe Estuary, lies some 6 miles or so to the west, whilst the historic naval town of Dartmouth is just a little further in the opposite direction along the spectacularly rugged cliff top coast road, that also takes in the popular beach at Blackpool Sands en route.
Stokenham is a delightful village for spending a relaxing and enjoyable break in South Devon.
Ample for 3 cars.
- Included: Bed linen and towels (guests must provide their own beach/dog towels), heating via electric underfloor heating.
- Internet and Telephone: Wi-Fi. There is no landline telephone available and mobile reception is dependent upon your provider. Please check with your provider prior to booking.
- Pets: 2 dogs welcome. Pet charge £30 per pet per week.
- Electric Vehicles: Electic vehicle charging via external socket, guests to provide their own cable. Charge £30 per car per week.
- Short Breaks: Short breaks available in the low season and mid season, 4 weeks in advance.
- Local facilities-Beaches at Beesands and Torcross-2 miles, pubs at Stokenham-1 mile, Beesands and Torcross 2 miles, Farm Shop and café 1.5miles,Chillington village shop 1. Miles. Kingsbridge with all amenities 6 miles, Dartmouth 9 miles.
Tradesman's Arms
(Less than a mile)
Enjoy a friendly welcome at The Tradesman's Arms, a fine 14th-century pub and restaurant in the pretty village of Stokenham. Inside you'll find a fine bar serving local ales and ciders where you can warm yourself by the roaring woodburner in winter or take you drinks outside to the stunning beer garden in summertime.
The Tradesman's Arms Stokenham, Kingsbridge TQ7 2SZ (T: 01548 580996)
Church House Inn
(Less than a mile)
(27)
This dog-friendly countryside pub offers a large restaurant and delightful beer garden. New to the culinary agenda is the Josper oven, an indoor barbecue grill which runs solely on charcoal and gives a delicious flavour to food. The menu features steaks, seafood, Sunday roasts and daily specials. You’ll also find a selection of local ales, ciders and local soft drinks. Open daily for drinks and from Weds-Sun for lunch, dinner and cream teas.
Church House Inn Stokenham, Kingsbridge TQ7 2SZ (T: 01548 580253)
We booked a table here online for Boxing Day lunch but when we arrived they told us they don’t take bookings. Luckily they had a table and we enjoyed a really good pub meal. Nice clean environment, dogs welcome. Friendly staff. We had a wander after lunch to shake the meal down, lovely old church and pretty village. Easy to park.
January 2024
Great local pub with welcoming atmosphere and good value home cooked food.
November 2023
Excellent food and friendly service
September 2023
Nice friendly pub serving good food
August 2023
We love the Church House and return each year we visit. They are always so welcoming and make Stokenham feel like home from home.
June 2023
Interesting menu and specials, good ales and wine list, very friendly and helpful staff; our dog now considers Maddie to be one of her best mates. We ate here 4 or 5 times in our fortnight's holiday; says something in itself!!
October 2022
Had two lovely meals here. Food was great and service excellent.
August 2022
Excellent food, really nice atmosphere and surroundings, thank you for finding us a table as I thought I had made a booking, booked wrong pub.
July 2022
Very poor. Overpriced food (don't order the duck breast @£16 unless you're on a super low calorie diet). Beer too cold and expensive. I used to like the charm of the pub before it was renovated, now just lacks atmosphere.
May 2022
Had a drink there. Outside space at the back was lovely. We didn't eat there.
March 2022
Good and friendly pub. Fish and chips excellent.
September 2021
We have been back here many times when we have visited, beautiful gardens, now with covered heated area for those colder and wetter times. The only thing we would say is the lack of vegetarian options on the main menu.
September 2021
Great place to eat for a special meal out, food amazing
September 2021
Beautifully decorated pub, friendly staff and truly excellent food.
July 2021
Only 19 mins walk from cottage. Lovely refurbished pub but gets busy so book first.
October 2020
Great atmosphere, Good food. Natalie the manager was really welcoming. Loved our dog too! Great place for a drink or dinner. Will definitely return
October 2020
Friendly atmosphere, good service, nice selection of food and drinks with a great Friday curry night- what's not to like?!!
September 2020
A must visit if you’re in the area, Great food and very helpful and accommodating staff even with social distancing. We eat twice there and would have gone again but couldn’t get in due to it being fully booked, so best to pre book
September 2020
A beautiful refurbished pub, would definitely recommend the huge tasty Sunday lunches that they do although make sure you book.
November 2019
We ate here for a couple of evening meals which were first class, highly recommend it
October 2019
recently refurbished to a very high standard. Excellent food
June 2019
Lovely family meal here, very tasty. Great professional service. Dog friendly. Would definitely eat here again.
October 2018
EXCELLENT FRIENDLY SERVICE AND GREAT FOOD IN A GOOD LOCATION AND SURROUNDINGS.
June 2018
Excellent food. Sunday lunch was presented very well & served quickly. Evening food was just as good, with a fairly big menu.
November 2017
Friendly, helpful staff, lovely food
September 2017
We ate at this great pub several times and the welcome was very warm and the food and service was great.
August 2017
Good food, nice setting.
December 2016
Brittannia@TheBeach
(2 miles)
(102)
Known by locals as ‘The Shack’ this is a popular restaurant serving super fresh seafood just off boat. Menus change daily depending on what the fishermen have landed, and with just a few tables, booking is advisable. Serves breakfasts, lunches and early dinner as well as tasty take away fish and chips.
Britannia @The Beach Beesands, Kingsbridge TQ7 2EH (T: 01548 581168)
We had a lovely meal here, very fresh fish & a great location with cosy interior. The staff were very friendly. Great takeaway service as well, amazing whitebait!!
April 2024
Small, friendly. Tasty food and big portions!
April 2024
Another must visit whilst in the area. Fish/seafood as good as ever. Excellent service. Now enclosed so protected from the elements. 'The Shack' has moved onwards!
December 2023
Reduced opening times this year however food is very tasty.
October 2023
Amazing place ! Grilled fish and chips , Calamari and prawns were delicious ?!! Restaurant equally as good !
October 2023
Ate (take away) here twice, lovely food, nice staff. Portions great, quality very good with added bonus of sitting outside overlooking sea.
October 2023
Need to book early, gets booked very quickly. Had a lovely takeaway
September 2023
Excellent quality and lovely service. Highly recommend.
August 2023
Good food, but pricey considering it's takeaway. They have stopped doing a breakfast menu which is disappointing.
August 2023
The restaurant books up very quickly but we had an excellent take away which we ate on the picnic tables outside . Very generous portions so try a child’’a meal if you don’t have a huge appetite . Really great selection of seafood and some other options too.
August 2023
Lovely chips. Battered hake was a little dry but I enjoyed my takeaway meal. Staff were super friendly and welcoming!
August 2023
Sub standard fish and chips. Not the place it used to be
August 2023
We had two meals here. It was perfect. Thank you so much.
August 2023
We really enjoyed two evening meals here and the food was delicious. We were here a few years ago and the food and service was amazing. Thank you so much.
August 2023
Excellent takeaway,quickly served.
June 2023
Fabulous seafood platter for sharing. Good price and service. Dogs were welcome
June 2023
Went to Britannia@the beach a few times while we were in Beesands ,the food is really nice ,but would advise to book before you go on holiday because it’s only a few tables and gets busy.
May 2023
We ate here on numerous occasions— plenty of choice of food - best Fish + Chips we have had for ages! Very friendly staff+ nothing too much trouble. Ice cream was lovely too- Turkish Delight flavour was amazing ! Lots of choice for hot + cold drinks too.You can eat in or have a take out- it’s shut on a Monday tho.
May 2023
Excellent, whether eating in or takeaway. Booking is essential
May 2023
Fabulous restaurant with great fish choices , definitely need to book
April 2023
A real favourite for ice creams, coffee's and dinner too!
April 2023
A birthday celebration in Beesands with a wonderful seafood platter and ice cream. Two days later garlic crevettes and salad - mighty yummy!
September 2022
Some of the best food we've ever had, will definitely return to the restaurant. Also had many meals from the takeaway during our stay at Beesands.
September 2022
Something for everyone, even fussy eaters.
September 2022
It’s not just fish n chips.
August 2022
Awesome food!
August 2022
Always amazing and this time it was no different. Great menu, stunning location, excellent service. One of my favourite places in the world to eat! Love it!
July 2022
Great choice good food
July 2022
Great location and Great food
July 2022
Excellent fish and chips from a comprehensive seafood menu. Highly recommend.
July 2022
Unfortunately due to high demand we were unable to eat in the restaurant but we did eat from the takeaway menu & the food was lovely! I can personally recommend the scallops!! Thank you!
July 2022
Our meal was average,
July 2022
Excellent
June 2022
Takeaway fish & chips worth the visit to Beesands alone.
June 2022
Excellent.
June 2022
We only used once but food excellent and reasonable cost
May 2022
Excellent food. Just a suggestion if you want to eat inside pre book a table. Place is very busy. Friendly staff excellent food and service.
May 2022
We only had takeaways, but found everything was good and the staff friendly.
May 2022
Fantastic takeaways and even better when you eat inside from a lovely menu
May 2022
This little chippy provides excellent seafood cooked freshly to order and first-class setting to eat.
May 2022
Maybe a few less chips! Food very good. Tasty and team very friendly.
April 2022
Nice, only used as a takeaway - but the portions of chips were ridiculously large - one portion would feed three people, and if you don't know then it's a waste of food! Quite expensive too.
April 2022
Great food, friendly staff
March 2022
Very poor fish and chips takeaway lunch midweek Returned to complain, staff not really interested.
March 2022
Great fish restaurant and lovely last night to our holiday this time - cosy inside and beautiful food.
November 2021
Beautifully crisp and delicious fish and chips - highly recommended!
October 2021
Fab little place, had a fish and chip takeaway, nice fish was grilled not in batter, a rare thing these days, beautiful setting, right on the sea front.
October 2021
lovely food for sea food lovers and lovely atmosphere - an easy walk along the beach at low tide.
October 2021
The food service and location of this restaurant and takeaway is outstanding in all ways!
October 2021
We went 3 evenings in a week plus a takeaway That should say it all about how much we love this little restaurant
September 2021
Beautiful food and a fun relaxed experience
September 2021
Very friendly staff and delicious sea food. A lovely evening.
September 2021
Fantastic food in a great location. The staff are friendly and efficient. Now doing a great trade in take away dishes with lots of informal seating near the beach.
August 2021
Couldnt get into the restaurant as it seems you need to book months in advance. Take away excellent just very expensive. Kids meals double what you'd pay elsewhere.
July 2021
Amazing food. Very sad we weren't able to book a table here during our holiday, but that's how it is currently. We enjoyed a delicious takeaway lunch and several coffees. Lovely staff too. We will be back!
July 2021
I love this place! The fish, chips and minted peas are just amazing! The staff are always friendly and cheerful and the location is stunning. Brilliant- have been many times and always loved it.
June 2021
Love it so great to be able to stroll along for any meal of the day.
June 2021
Fabulous food, location and staff but twice in a week they closed early due to running out of food. There is no shop anywhere near so we had cereal for dinner! The children were happy :)
June 2021
This is our favorite holiday restaurant. Simple food, simply cooked and delicious. We love the fresh fish variety. Speedy, quality food delivered to eat on the beach even when they're super busy. Great they have a license now too. Highly recommended.
June 2021
Absolutely fantastic food and service
April 2021
The best fish dishes anywhere! Love Britannia at The Beach- wonderful, friendly staff and fantastic food. Highly recommended.
April 2021
Great food and friendly staff
November 2020
Fabulous takeaway food served with a smile; this place was a lifesaver during a cold October week staying in lovely Beesands. Recommend the crab sandwiches, preferably with a bottle of their fine pinot :)
October 2020
Best Fish and Chips and Calamari in the area!
October 2020
This is one of my favourite places to eat in the world!!! Need I say more! I absolutely love Britannia- superb fish dishes and the friendliest team ever with great customer service. They serve Yarde Farm ice cream- lots of flavours but the cherry & custard is amazing! You must go!! I'd give it 10 stars if I could!
September 2020
Fantastic food, fantastic service, loved the outdoor eating they did because of COVID.
August 2020
The best mushy peas we've tasted and also good value quality fish and chips.
July 2020
Great food, used it many times. Would highly recommend.
July 2020
Amazing food, Great service, very friendly staff. ????????????????????
February 2020
Great takeaway fish and chips, served by lovely friendly staff.
February 2020
Probably the best place for Fish in the South Hams...and that's saying something. We're regular visitors and it's great food in or out. Good atmosphere; everything is right about this place. Book ahead or just turn up for take-away fish and chips.
November 2019
Only used once but good food and good value.
November 2019
Excellent fish restaurant, definitely worth visit either on foot from Torcross or by car. Dogs welcome, relaxed atmosphere with stunning view.
September 2019
Amazing sea food. Lovely staff and highly recommended but book in advance. We are there for 3 nights and loved every meal. The chef cooked me monkfish by special request. Fabulous
September 2019
This is one of our favourite places to eat. Went 4 times in a week. Lovely food and friendly staff
September 2019
Best fish dinner ever. Really enjoyed our evening.
September 2019
We had a take away - it was a really busy evening - but we were really disappointed with the quality of the food - sorry. Chips not very appetising. Scampi dry and looked old. Fish lots of batter.. The scallops however were excellent!
August 2019
Fish and chips to die for, delicious fresh fish all cooked to order...can’t wait to revisit. Well done someone has got this just right.
August 2019
This is a fantastic place to eat . We had been here previously when it was literally a shack - prone to strong winds and gales! However it is now ensconced in much more solid and permanent surroundings. The food is excellent - a wonderful choice of seafood dishes - all freshly prepared . The staff are lovely and the service is great. Incredibly good value- plus you can take your own wine for a small corkage charge . thoroughly recommended for everyone who loves fish and seafood.
June 2019
completely refurbished Excellent food friendly staff
June 2019
The newly built Cafe is brilliant. They seem to be open all the time. Very nice takeaway, great chips to accompany the fish.
June 2019
It’s a new look on the outside but the food very much of the same high quality at the Britannia in Beesands. The new ‘shack’ doesn’t really do it justice with a completely renovated contemporary dining room in keeping with the seaside location and beach hut vibe with excellent views of the bay. There seems to be loads more space too and the higher ceiling gives light to the treats being served from the kitchen. Dave and the team in the kitchen maintain their high standards of food preparation and making dishes that look and taste fantastic, the front of house team are equally as attentive making a great relaxed dining experience. I would have no hesitation in recommending breakfast, lunch or dinner at the Britannia so come back if you have been before and see the changes or give it a go if you never have been. ????????
June 2019
Unfortunately this was still being worked on even though it says reopening Spring 2019 so had to go into either Kingsbridge or Dartmouth for provisions.
March 2019
Was gutted that is places had closed down the day before we got there was looking forward to trying this places. We did have a bit of luck we had just got there after a 5 hour drive not knowing it was closed and they were putting food in car oh the smell it was so good that's when they told us about colseing down. But they did lets us try some of the food they had cooked to feed 200 kids and omg it was lush . Just wish I could try more of it . Good luck with the new building
September 2018
Delicious fish & chips & Crevettes in garlic butter with salad from the takeaway eaten on the beach on a lovely summers evening. Amazing selection of fish & shellfish from Scallops to John Dory. Eat in & bring your own bottle policy. They are planning a refurb end of season so check their Facebook page before you go to check on progress.
September 2018
Think the shop could offer much more and it is quite pricey . We had take away fish and chips which were excellent x
August 2018
Great find. Fresh fish gorgeous and welcome advice on how to cook. Takeaway fish and chips fantastic. Ate in one day - amazing! Staff really lovely.
July 2018
This is one of our favourite restaurants A fantastic selection of fish and seafood We are here four evenings in one week!
June 2018
What a beautiful place to eat in a perfect location total able to eat alfresco or dine in. Both breakfast and dinner was perfectly cooked and presented the staff so friendly. Able to have all menu choices as takeaway and site and eat overlooking the English channel, perfect day.
June 2018
A fantastic place to eat really good fresh fish simply prepared and the added bonus is you can take your own wine ( or beer) as they are not licensed. It is quite small so you probably need to book especially in the summer months . Excellent value !
June 2018
The Shack is fabulous - brilliant staff, lovely food and the most amazing setting. Treat yourselves and go along!
June 2018
You do have to book in advance because it is so popular. The seafood was up to the usual high standard, and the whole brown crab (order in advance) was exceptional!!
June 2018
We always book a meal here when we stay in Beesands. We did have a good meal here but perhaps not as good as previous years and the drainy smell by our table was a bit off-putting. Friendly staff!
May 2018
Fantastic Food and atmosphere, great place and perfect location. Been visiting the Shack now for over 6 years. Fish and Chips are PHENOMENAL as is all the other food.
May 2018
Very good fish and chips from the take out.
September 2017
Visited a few times during our week in Beesands and also had takeaway. Great food and lovely staff who really know how to look after their customers. Even went out to rescue lost customers after a local road was closed. Will definitely visit again. Make sure you book though, they will squeeze you in if they can but they are always busy.
July 2017
The best food by a mile in this area of South Devon. We had a lovely evening sat on a bench opposite - we brought our own wine as there's no licence (but this saves on costs!). We had the freshly caught and cooked lobster, 'crack-your-own' crab, and a beautiful bowl of mussels. The lady owner or manager couldn't have been more helpful - we turned up on a Friday night with no reservation, and she went out of her way to accommodate us. If you only go to one place to eat whilst on holiday in the area, then it has to be here. Yes, rustic. Yes, simple. But simple fresh food, cooked amazingly well....and what a view!!! Go with friends and make an evening of it! Cannot recommend highly enough!!
June 2017
A fave to do- grab fish & chips from their takeaway and sit and eat on the beach. Simply perfect.
June 2017
Wonderful! Such delicious food and friendly staff.
June 2017
Had a lovely meal at The Britannia. Super fresh fish , great people and it's a BYO. What more could you wish for! Necessary to book ahead as there are only a few tables.
May 2017
Great food, friendly and attentive staff, dogs made welcome , just perfect.
April 2017
Managed to squeeze us in for an early evening booking - so glad they did. Great food, and top notch service from very friendly staff. Seafood Jumbalaya is wonderful, and rather filling. If you are nearby, and are able to get a reservation do - if not, try the takeaway and each on the beach :)
April 2017
The Cricket Inn
(2 miles)
(93)
A light and airy seaside pub and restaurant serving high quality dishes using the excellent fish, seafood caught in the bay and other locally sourced produce. Plenty of seating, great kids options and excellent seasonally changing menus make this a family favourite.
The Cricket Inn Beesands, Kingsbridge TQ7 2EN (T: 01548 580215)
Great pub. a few steps from the Old Post Office, very friendly with amazing photos of old Beesands
April 2024
Excellent service and delicious food.
October 2023
Another excellent meal, well worth the winding lanes to enjoy their signature dish - Seafood Pancakes. Can't wait to go back!
October 2023
Visited for the first time this year and went back again for a 2nd lunch visit during our holiday. Will be going again on our next trip to Devon
October 2023
Amazing Sunday Lunch and another evening meal equally as good ?! Staff very friendly and helpful a must if visiting Beesands !
October 2023
Ate here twice, lovely food, ambience, staff. Seafood very good
October 2023
Had a lovely evening meal here. Food delicious and seafood so fresh. Book a table to avoid disappointment. Dogs welcomed and a nice setting for just having a drink
September 2023
Great service and a great menu with a mixture of standard pup grub and more unusual dishes. The food is always deliciousness , would highly recommend.
September 2023
Lively pub restaurant serving excellent quality food. Good service and nice atmosphere. Drinks are very expensive hence 4* rating instead of 5*
August 2023
Visited several times, always excellent food.
August 2023
Best roast beef I've ever had! It almost melted in my mouth.
August 2023
Only had drinks here. A non alcoholic drink and a gin and tonic. Nothing special. Both for just under £17 ?? I don’t think so. We were robbed.
August 2023
It wasn’t as good as the last stay. One meal was cold and even after heating it up it wasn’t hot.
August 2023
dined here 5 times during our stay. if you like seafood look no further! lovely staff. reasonable prices comprehensive menu. as good as it gets!
July 2023
Great pub that was only up the road from where we were staying. Seemed very popular with the walkers & ramblers
June 2023
Love it here. Good food and surroundings.
June 2023
Lovely pub with lovely menu. We ate there a few times- very good meals- reasonably priced. Lovely sea front location - very Dog friendly too.
May 2023
Excellent food and atmosphere
April 2023
Amazing dog friendly pub, fantastic food and service both times we visited.
April 2023
Best food for miles, fresh seafood, great atmosphere and excellent customer service
September 2022
Exceptional food and I’m not easily pleased.
August 2022
Good food pleasant atmosphere
July 2022
Excellent restaurauntent & pub & excellent menu & service
July 2022
Lovely clean pub & restaurant with very friendly (dog loving) staff who made us welcome as soon as we arrived in the village. The food in the restaurant is excellent quality at a fair price….Thank you!
July 2022
One of the best restaurant meals we have had in a long time. Quality ingredients and I suspect prepared by an actual trained chef which is a rarity these days. Quite pricey but nevertheless good value given the quality. Staff were friendly, efficient and seemed pleased to have you dining with them.
July 2022
Whether you are staying in the village or passing through you must call into the Cricket Inn. They have it all! Good selection of drinks, exceptional food (& I mean exceptional), seaview like nowhere else & all in a modern setting which still retains the history of the village. Then we have the Cricket Inn team who are just A-MAZ-ING. After 30+ years we wouldn't keep returning if it was something special. Keep up the excellent work & hopefully, we'll see you all very soon.
July 2022
Great menu and great service. If you like seafood this is a great place to visit. Highly recommended and we will be back
June 2022
The pub itself is fine, good beer, lovely location and friendly staff, I felt the food to be over priced for the quality
May 2022
We had a delicious meal here.. lobster and sole beautifully cooked.. highly recommend but do book particularly in the height if summer
May 2022
We had a gorgeous fresh fish meal at this lovely restaurant, very nice staff and the food and service was first class. However I think it is a bit pricey, so unfortunately we could only go once during our stay, which was a shame.
May 2022
Superb food. Really tasty and well presented. Staff were very friendly and welcoming.
April 2022
Excellent food in an fabulous environment. Popular so make sure you book, but very accommodating to move us as our dog wouldn’t settle where we where originally put. Had a very enjoyable evening.
April 2022
Amazing food, gorgeous surroundings . . . but you have to book ahead especially for Sunday lunch etc. Well worth the wait though!
April 2022
Great pub, Good food and beer, staff very friendly. Well worth a visit.
March 2022
Fabulous
March 2022
We went in here and ordered steak, quite expensive for what it is and one steak was quite chewy and fatty. So much so that most of it couldn't be eaten, we did mention it but we're fobbed off which I find quite short sighted as we won't return!
March 2022
had a lovely meal here
November 2021
Excellent pub, lovely atmosphere and so welcoming. Always our first night stop in the village for food! Fanatastic fish dishes.
November 2021
Nice food, dog friendly, helpful staff.
October 2021
Lovely pub, good food, beer, service and atmosphere.
October 2021
Excellent meal again. Great seafood pancake!
September 2021
Really delicious seafood.
September 2021
Looked good, and was popular - didn't manage to eat there as when we arrived we were told they had no tables free for 2 weeks.
August 2021
Helpful staff, great outdoor seating and awesome menu. Best to book in advance.
July 2021
Great place to eat and drink. Staff very friendly and helpful.
June 2021
Fantastic food but the Irish waiter was rather fierce and nothing like the rest of the happy and helpful staff.
June 2021
Delicious food from a varied menu with daily specials. Love the Josper grill fish!. Great location. Highly recommended. Quick service too.
June 2021
Excellent food and friendly helpful service
May 2021
Really friendly staff- a great team. Wonderful place!
April 2021
Excellent food/service/staff
November 2020
Fantastic pub, food amazing! We always eat here at least twice during our weeks in Beesands!
November 2020
Had a lovely lunch here well needed rest after a coastal walk, it was lovely but because of my fish and shellfish allergy I felt it was a bit limited choice on the menu as I’m not a very big red meat eater but it didn’t spoil it as the staff and place was lovely
October 2020
Booked for an evening meal, lovely food and pleasant staff who didn't mind us bringing the dog along either. Food was great, service prompt and reasonable pricing. Would definitely return.
October 2020
Fantastic food and service. Adam and Jason brilliant. Also great value. Highly recommend
October 2020
Excellent food and superb service. Highly recommended; be sure to book well in advance.
September 2020
Great location. Menu is very repetitive and would like to see more variety and not all based on fish dishes.
August 2020
Really helpful, friendly staff. Fantastic quality food fresh from the local fishermen. Great location for a sundowner!
July 2020
Great food, Great service, nice friendly staff. Highly recommend
February 2020
Fantastic pub, great local ales, lovely food and very welcoming owners, managers and staff!
February 2020
Extremely handy and the food was great and very good value for money. Pleasant staff too.
November 2019
Good good especially the seafood pancakes
September 2019
We visited the restaurant with our twin toddlers. The staff were really helpful with the kids and we felt comfortable to bring them back for a second visit as we were so well looked after. The specials were of really high quality and the food was superb! We have been here many times before and will definitely be returning in the future. Lovely pub, friendly staff and great location.
September 2019
Lovely pub, they are dog friendly. The food was excellent and a good selection of beers. Would advise to book in advance if you are eating with your pets in peak season gets busy - will be visiting again
August 2019
Friendly staff and fabulous food
August 2019
Very convenient of you are staying in Beesands, as we were , and it provides a pretty good selection of dishes for most tastes. The food is absolutely fine - typical pub fare - a bit formulaic - but perfectly acceptable. the service was quite good but they did bring our coffees before the desserts - which was odd. The main courses were quite good but we didn't rate the desserts - disappointing.
June 2019
Absolutely a wonderful find. The food is outstanding. Well known for seafood but their steaks are tasty, tender and succulent too. Very dog friendly too. Would highly recommend negotiating the lanes to Beesands to have a meal at the Cricket Inn. Prices are a bit on the high side compared to other places in the area but this is understandable due to the very high quality of the ingredients used.
June 2019
Excellent beer, brilliant staff and fabulous food. Well worth booking a table as it's very popular. Not cheap, but still good value for money .
May 2019
Excellent food, great with children and dogs welcome
April 2019
Lovely food, lovely staff. Will definitely return
April 2019
Lovely welcoming place, food is great
March 2019
We got a warm welcome from all at The Cricket Inn, there was a great selection of drinks and fabulous food available. Could we suggest one or two more vegetarian options on the main menu.
March 2019
Great food, grilled fish excellent. Friendly professional staff.
February 2019
This is an excellent pub attracting people from miles around. The food is fantastic, the staff are friendly, there are tables for drinkers and the ales are kept well. What more could you ask for? Well ok the food is a tad pricey....
October 2018
Gorgeous food, lovely staff, always busy which is a good testament!
October 2018
nice friendly pub - but pricey for what it is . Wasn't really very wowed by food . Felt menu rather ltd & sadly they dont offer a traditional Sunday lunch only regular menu However we tried it a couple of times and left feeling full and not unhappy with what we had
October 2018
Lovely pub, didn't manage to eat as we arrived inbetween service. Dog friendly pub. Niice walk along the front from here.
October 2018
Nice place we had fish n chips was good but not worth the price tag drinks cost to .shame as we would of spent more time there if was bit cheaper but need a bank loan for that lol .
September 2018
Amazing food as always, lovely staff, and fantastic drink selection.
August 2018
Lovely pub in beautiful location. A varied menu with plenty of fresh fish dishes , the fish pie was exceptionally good. Good service and friendly staff who made the effort to pass the time of day even though they were busy. The beer at £5.00 a pint was expensive. Nothing too much trouble. Would visit again.
June 2018
Excellent and varied menu- good value for money . The staff were really friendly and the place had a good atmosphere. It was so convenient as we were only a couple of doors away - so we didn't need to get in the car and brave those narrow , winding and unpredictable Devon lanes!
June 2018
We had a lovely meal at the Cricket Inn, it was up to its usual standards, and the service was excellent; John Dory, seafood carbonara and fish and chips, all superb. That also let us bring in our dog, which was great.
June 2018
We love this pub and always visit at least once when staying in Beesands. Food as good as usual. Maybe staff not as friendly as previous years - particularly the Californian Maitre D'?? Still a great place for a lovely meal!
May 2018
very dog friendly visited 4 times during our holiday food was excellent also visited church house inn stokenham which was taken over by the cricketers again dog friendly the menu was different to the cricketers agian food was excellent
May 2018
Delightful pub with very friendly staff. Food excellent especially if you like fresh fish.
May 2018
Lovely pub and great food.
January 2018
Fabulous! What a find!!
October 2017
Excellent pub and restaurant. Ate there three times including breakfast. Food was always excellent and service spot on. Would definitely recommend.
July 2017
Great food and service. Well worth a visit
July 2017
Lovely pub which always seems to be busy. A varied menu with plenty of fresh fish dishes and juicy steaks. Good service and friendly staff who made the effort to pass the time of day even though they were busy. Nothing too much trouble. Would visit again.
July 2017
Expensive drinks but food good
June 2017
Sunday lunch was very good reasonably priced for location but went back during week had lemon sole on there specials plus one other standard meal and two drinks came to 60 pounds extremely overpriced especially as after charging me 22 pound for the fish the veg was an extra 4 pound .We considered this to be overpriced for what we got .
May 2017
Friendly and efficient staff with good choice of food but somewhat limited for vegetarians. Dog friendly.
April 2017
Wonderful food and impeccable service. Hope you are in business for a good many years you deserve it
April 2017
The Boathouse
(2 miles)
(34)
A bright and airy restaurant steps from the beach at Torcross offering fish and chips, stone baked pizzas, burgers, salads and a children’s menu along with fresh coffee, tea and cakes served all day. All tables enjoy panoramic views over the water; there is a terrace to dine alfresco during summer and a cosy wood burner for cooler months. Dogs welcome.
The Boathouse Torcross, Slapton Sands TQ7 2TQ (T: 01548 580747)
Ate brunch here, regularly throughout our 2 week holiday. Always delicious and well presented by the charming and welcoming staff.
October 2023
We had food from here on a few occasions while on our vacation and it was so tasty and freshly cooked. Very nice indeed. Also open good hours. We were very happy customers
July 2023
Nice breakfasts, but still quite narrow opening times. Could be a bit more flexible on mixing breakfast items for those that want to make slight changes. Food nice though.
July 2023
Great place with gorgeous breakfast. Lovely cake. Nice outside seating Friendly staff.
June 2023
Had a lovely lunch sitting on the verandah overlooking the Let. Food and service top notch
May 2023
Very good fish and chips
June 2022
Although this is a great property in a wonderful place for a holiday, the standard of cleanliness is well below the standards one should expect when paying premium price, the wooden floor needs serious attention as it has ingrained dirt, leaving my crawling grandchild with filthy legs and feet despite my mopping to try and clean it. The vacuum was full of smelly dog hair, the toaster had not been cleaned and neither was the tumble drier which included the previous guests knickers! The internal windows and mirrors all need a thorough clean too! I’m very dissapointed with the standard particularly with the Covid 19 situation and with the response of THC, who seem to think it’s ok!
August 2021
Great fish & chips and ice cream
August 2021
End of July/early August 2021, still only takeaway service. Expensive chips, measly portion and 30 minute wait to takeaway
August 2021
Excellent ice cream
April 2021
Amazing food and customer service.
November 2020
This is a really good cafe that offers all sorts of food & drink. They’ve taken into account all the COVID restrictions so we felt safe. The staff were very helpful.
October 2020
An excellent take away dinner option! Far too good, as we ate from there several times this week!
August 2020
Great for a meal or a snack - the pizzas are Big. Nice inside and outside terrace facing the road, away from the winds off the sea. Very dog friendly.
September 2019
Great venue! Super service and super food.
August 2019
Had lovely fish and chips and ice cream here, we thought the fish and chips were better here than at the Start Bay and the ice cream better than at the other cafe, Sea Breeze.
May 2019
Our favourite place for drinks and food . Very friendly staff Perfect location Highly recommend .
May 2019
We had a lovely lunch here. Service was very good and quick. The restaurant was quiet which probably helped!
May 2019
Nice welcome including our dog. Excellent food, although we did have to wait 40 minutes - lunch time rush, ?. Would recommend.
April 2019
It would be useful to have a menu with prices outside so people could decide if it was expensive as we did.
August 2018
Lovely food, shame it didn’t stay open later than 5pm in the week.
June 2018
Great Food and Drink, wish you were open more evenings, the sharing platters are great !!!
June 2018
Fabulous food, great service !
June 2018
Boat house food is really excellent.
May 2018
Average food but quick service.
May 2018
Very good fish and chips!
May 2018
Lovely place to have a coffee and lunch. Really bright and welcoming. All the staff very friendly and helpful. Lovely and clean. Good value and a must to go to.
May 2018
Excellent breakfast (although a bit dear!).
October 2017
Had great takeaway fish & chips and sausage and chips in late September. Also a fantastic breakfast on the last day of our holiday. Great views of the sea one side and the Ley the other. Would recommend.
October 2017
Lovely place for meals - expensive for family of 5 and very busy but food was good especially the pizzas. Staff very polite and helpful too.
September 2017
Had a very nice meal here with my wife and daughters. The staff went out of their way to fulfil an unusual food order for picky kids. Some nice beers available too - a great way to spend an hour or so after a hard days walking.
August 2017
Good environment but no wifi and a long wait for our orders.
July 2017
Great place to eat and prices are great. Food is exceptional and we went a few times during our stay.
July 2017
Love this place. Reasonably priced food. Great pizzas, nice fresh seafood and takeaway to enjoy on the beach. Really light and spacious interior too. Looks like it was quite recently refurbed.
July 2017
SUP Away
(2 miles)
(2)
SUP Away, based in the heart of the South Hams in Devon, offers Stand Up Paddle Board hire to anyone looking to explore the beauty of the area on the water. They offer the complete service – not only delivering your boards direct to your holiday cottage but also giving advice on where to go on your adventure.
Click here for further details
My son and his girlfriend thoroughly enjoyed their SUP experience,the instructor was friendly and helpful,and delivered boards and equipment directly to the beach in front of apartment.
June 2023
Visited on a sunny morning in May so quite busy. We were greeted at the entrance, seated inside then left. No menu provided, I had to ask for it. A couple who arrived well after us had their order taken first. We waited for ages. Then discovered there is a half hour hour gap between breakfast orders ending and lunch orders beginning when only cakes are availble, not even a sandwich. Staff were rushed and inattentive, disappointing experience.
May 2023
Hassle Free Hiking
(3 miles)
(1)
For those wanting to walk a stretch of the South West Coast Path, or explore the river valleys of southern Dartmoor, Hassle Free Hiking can help plan your itinerary, provide first-hand tips and walking notes, and drop you and your bags off to your start point, then pick you up at your destination to bring you back to your holiday cottage. A really useful service for non-circular walks, coupled with invaluable local knowledge.
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The most beautiful walks along the coast path. Well signposted paths and lovely places to stop along the way for refreshments.
August 2023
Blackawton Blooms
(3 miles)
Surprise a loved one or simply treat yourself whilst on holiday to a gorgeous, locally grown, sustainable, wildlife friendly bouquet of flowers from Blackawton Blooms. Delivery direct to your holiday home. Not going to be in ? we can arrange delivery and access either before you arrive, whilst you're out at the beach or at a time to suit you. Available throughout the South Hams.
Click here for further details or call Jane Willmott on 07951 296494
Start Point Lighthouse
(3 miles)
(10)
My dacshund and I walked along the coastal path . Although Start Point was not open at the time, we were not disappointed, the coastal walk was lovely, as we got nearer to the lighthouse, we stood and watched in amazement at the tuna fish jumping high out of the water. It was spectacular to watch . I would thoroughly recommend.
December 2023
Excellent views, we went when it was closed unfortunately but a great walk for the dogs. You have to pay to park but I think it was only £4
June 2023
Sadly lighthouse was closed due to COVID, however it was still worth a visit for the views and the walk along the headlands. It was awesome, saw lots of seals playing around the rocks. Wear good footwear as a little uneven in places, lots places to sit and enjoy the view. Binoculars are a must. I loved it and I’m not a strong Walker
May 2021
If you can visit on a day when you can take a tour it's well worth it. The staff are knowledgable and make the tour really interesting for children and adults alike. It's a narrow & steep climb in places.
April 2021
Great walk along the coast path from Beesands - fantastic views
October 2020
The msot beatiful stratch of coastline I have walked along for a while. We did a circular walk which included Hallsands, and the lighthouse, and would throughly recommend visiting the lighthouse, if just for the views. Be aware thought, that there are limioted ameneities - only a portacabin loo in the carpark
September 2019
Stunning views from here. Great walk along from the car park, very accessible for all levels of fitness. Visitor centre was closed when we arrived for refurbishment at the end of the season but still worth the walk.
October 2018
Had a really interesting tour at the end of September, which was the highlight of our holiday. Out guide, Mary, was very friendly and informative. Would highly recommend this. Fantastic location and views and very interesting history. Thanks Mary.
October 2017
We really enjoyed our visit. My husband and son had a tour (£5 per adult and under 5's free) and thought it was brilliant. Children under 1.1m's tall can not go on the tour so my younger son and I enjoyed the coastal views which were fantastic.
June 2017
Fantastic walk with wonderful views, you'll find the best beach in the South Hams hear, bit of a walk but it is glorious.
December 2016
Dittiscombe Equestrian Centre
(4 miles)
(1)
As the self proclaimed ‘home of horse riding in the South Hams’, Dittiscombe Equestrian Centre offers horse riding lessons to everyone, whether they’re beginners or seasoned riders. Friendly and professional, they have an indoor school and an outdoor school so you can organise lessons whatever the weather, and you can borrow hats when you’re visiting as well if you don’t have your own. You can opt for private or group lessons, and there are toilets and changing facilities on site as well as plenty of parking. The school is two miles inland from Slapton Sands, so you can also combine your lesson with a trip to the historic D-Day training site and a wander along the beach if you fancy it!
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Alex and Emily are wonderfully helpful instructors and the horses excellent schoolmasters. I have had several lessons over the years from them and the standard is consistent. I have learnt loads and will return for more
January 2019
Beesands
(Less than a mile)
(45)
Gorgeous coastal walk from South Hallsands to Beesands. Not too strenuous for my mini dacshund. Well worth a visit with rocks / coves at the far end.
December 2023
Lovely relaxing location.
October 2023
Beautiful location with lovely coastal walks in both directions ! 2 very good eating places too !
October 2023
Ideal for walking your dog. Abit difficult to get on beach if you have mobility problems. Sadly not sandy, but dogs loved it
September 2023
Beesands is a lovely place, the beach was Great, definitely worth a visit.
September 2023
Stunning beach, fantastic sunset.
August 2023
Great place for an evening drink - beach not very suitable for children .
August 2023
We stayed for a week in a house opposite the beach in Beesands. The beach is a pebble beach and is very quiet. There is no lifeguard but there are locals there everyday with their boats so I am sure they would let you know if the conditions were unsafe. There is a fish and chip shop/restaurant and 1 pub restaurant - both serving lovely food and offer very friendly service. There is very little nearby so you do need a car to get around. Nearest supermarket was around 20-30 minute car ride away. The kids went in the sea almost every day and had the best time! They wore full wetsuits and water shoes which I thoroughly recommend as it is a pebble beach, and the kids got stung by a jelly fish when they paddled without wetsuits. When the tide was in, or coming in, the kids felt safer as they were in their depth. When the tide is out, there is a ledge which drops quite sharply. I am not a fan of sand so sitting on my camping chair on the pebble beach was bliss for me. We even spotted seals on most days! The locals with their boats didn't seem too friendly but we loved watching them take their boats out and bring them back in again. It was fascinating. I would have loved to ask them more about the beach, tides and coastal erosion but they didn't seem very approachable. However, I do appreciate that they must find tourists a little irritating. I would absolutely go back to Beesands for a holiday. It is my idea of blissful relaxation.
August 2023
Friendly, quiet location and shingle beach. Nice beach walk to Torcross at low tide. Pub/restaurant and Britannia restaurant and takeaway were very good. Very narrow roads to Beesands from turning off main road, but enjoyable holiday
June 2023
Just lovely. Excellent food at Britannia on the beach and they also have an excellent takeaway
May 2023
Great beach.
September 2022
Pebble beach. Sea crystal clear
August 2022
Beautiful location, stunning views!
August 2022
Pleasant place to visit
July 2022
Absolute delight to stay in this quiet little seaside village! Mostly holiday let properties nowadays but still some locals around to talk to about the history of the area. The village is extremely clean including the beach considering it is all dog friendly! Popular with local & travelling anglers mainly at weekends I also fished to some degree every day of our stay. We will be going back soon!
July 2022
Had a lovely walk. Beautiful setting.
June 2022
lovely location, enjoyed many morning walks along the beach, and caught 14 mackerel. The road access is not the best, drive slowly, you cannot do anything else, and hey who's in a rush on holiday
May 2022
Loved Beesands, we stayed in one of the cottages for a week and enjoyed the peace and quiet and strolling along the beach, very dog friendly to!
May 2022
loved it here
November 2021
Gorgeous stretch of beach - we loved finding pebbles to take home! The walks to Torcross and Hallsands and an absolute must for stunning views
October 2021
Lovely clean dog-friendly beach and an easy walk from Clover Cottage and over to Torcross too
September 2021
Lovely quiet and dog friendly beach with good facilities. Good place to walk from to nearby beaches.
July 2021
The actual usable beach is a fair walk from the village ( parking not allowed as the beach fronting the village no longer exists due to flood defences
June 2021
much less busy than most local beaches (because it is shingle) but great for kids above toddler age. lovely walks in both directions, eg to Torcross for chips or to Start Point for views. Easy parking and a good beach shack cafe and take away
June 2021
Nice village on the coast
May 2021
Lovely area and stay
May 2021
Accidentally burnt the garden table offered to pay as we had booked for 2021 for our honeymoon the owners accepted our offer but refused our stay for honeymoon said they were proud owners hey accidents happen we r nature adults n had to do alit of cleaning n change light bulbs in our arrival so thanks to the owners it completely messed up our honeymoon how selfish urn that's part of letting your cottage accidents happen n we did not have to offer to pay be warned don't damage anything
December 2020
14 Beesands is a great property. About 10 feet away from the beach/ sea wall. Pub 20 paces away. Lovely walks on the doorstep. Fabulous sunsets and seals swimming past. Who could ask for more. Well equipped cottage, very comfy beds cosy and warm
October 2020
The most wonderful little fishing village- narrow lanes on approach so drive carefully- but it's worth it. Lovely shingle beach and stunning views across Start Bay. Two great eateries- Britannia and The Cricket Inn are worth a visit. Beesands is just beautiful, I love it there.
September 2020
Amazing location right on the beach. We spent a week in Beesands and found the property to be perfect for our big group - plenty of space for everyone to relax and a very well appointed kitchen. Would highly recommend.
September 2020
Beautiful setting and lovely property decorated to a high standard, well equipped and perfect place for a getaway to peace and quiet. Short distance to the beach. Would definitely return. We had a super weekend at this property celebrating a family birthday
January 2020
Beautiful relaxing place to spend time.
November 2019
Lovely little beach, nice quiet location and free parking a bonus
August 2019
Worth the uphill/downhill walk along the coast path. Lovely spot.
August 2019
Easy to park, good food options. plenty of room for everyone.
August 2019
I love Beesands . The only sad thing is even more people have found out about it, 10 years since my last visit. Sadly the sea has removed the road handy for parking and is gradually eroding the cliff edges. Not as quiet as it used to be but the attractions of two nice eating places have probably increased the footfall.
June 2019
It’s a new look on the outside but the food very much of the same high quality at the Britannia in Beesands. The new ‘shack’ doesn’t really do it justice with a completely renovated contemporary dining room in keeping with the seaside location and beach hut vibe with excellent views of the bay. There seems to be loads more space too and the higher ceiling gives light to the treats being served from the kitchen. Dave and the team in the kitchen maintain their high standards of food preparation and making dishes that look and taste fantastic, the front of house team are equally as attentive making a great relaxed dining experience. I would have no hesitation in recommending breakfast, lunch or dinner at the Britannia so come back if you have been before and see the changes or give it a go if you never have been. ????????
June 2019
I've been coming to Beesands since I was 2 years old (61 now!). Not every year since adulthood but still can't stay away. Its an ideal location for those who want to get away from it all. Its close enough to Kingsbridge and within easy reach of Dartmouth , Salcombe and Brixham. The locals are very friendly and will always be up for a chat. Its almost tempting to keep this little coastal secret to myself!
October 2018
Bit scary driving down to the beach due to the narrow road but worth it when you got there. Had fish and chips and ate them on the tables that were provided while looking out to sea.
September 2018
Had a wonderful meal in the beach cafe .
July 2018
We've been coming to this general area for over 20 years now and have stayed in many of the surrounding villages . This was the first time we'd stayed in Beesands - but we had walked through it on our coastal walks on many, many occasions. We both loved the peaceful charm of the place - secluded , tranquil and away from it all . But unlike Hallsands (next village along) , it does have two places where you can eat ( The cricket Inn and the Britannia0)and they are both very good . The beach is great - shingle - but really uncrowded in June . ( We were lucky with the weather) and on a clear,sunny day - it is quite magical. ( What a shame the water is so freezing cold !!) This stretch of coastline is stunning - and even if you do no other walks - walk over to Hallsands and read about the old village that was washed away in January 1917 - or just drink in the stunning views . I love this part of Devon and it never fails to take my breath away when you stand on the coast path near the lighthouse and look back across Start Bay to Hallsands , Beesands , Torr Cross , and over towards Dartmouth. Wonderful.
June 2018
Beautiful stoney beach with views of Start Point Lighthouse. Tasty fish and chips available, popular pub and public toilets.
June 2018
Lovely place, good food and very dog friendly :-)
March 2018
Britannia Fish - Great fish - always fresh and lovely family run business. A must for anyone who likes eating good fish!
May 2017
Ideal for quiet and peaceful holiday with two good restaurants both of which are dog friendly.
April 2017
Slapton Sands
(2 miles)
(29)
A long stretch of beach with spectacular views of the sea stretching into the distance, Slapton Sands is in a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and for good reason. Adjacent to Slapton Ley, a freshwater lake that’s home to an abundance of wildlife and one of the many reasons people come to visit the area, the beach has a history of welcoming families in the summer for long days in the sunshine, building sandcastles, surfing, windsurfing and kayaking. It’s amazing to believe that this peaceful corner of South Devon has its place in military history as in 1943 the beach was taken over by allied forces to use as a rehearsal area for the D-Day landings. However, live ammunition and poor visibility ended in the deaths of more than 700 servicemen, so today there is a stone monument in place for Operation Tiger, as it was called, as well as a Sherman Tank at nearby Torcross. On a more current note, there is a beachside café at Slapton Sands for teas, coffees and other light bites, and there are also toilets nearby. The beach has disabled access, and also allows dogs throughout the year, so it really is fun for everyone and very easy to get to. There is parking nearby and in the summer months from May to September there is lifeguard cover. Last, but not least, a small collection of pubs reside in Torcross for those who are feeling peckish after a long day in the fresh air, or if you have been for a nice walk along the sand!
Our dog loved this beach and the kiosk cafe was a great addition, especially as it was very cold and windy. Shame about the parking costs.
April 2024
Fab stretch of beach - quite a trek from one end to another, you’ll need a drink from the coffee van at Pilchard Cove or cafes in Torcross! Over the hill from Torcross to bee sands has an amazing view
August 2023
A stunning coastline well worth a visit. If you drive along the coast road from Dartmouth the views are incredible. Slapton Sands is a shingle beach and dog friendly. If the first car park is busy continue further on and the next one is usually quieter, payment required.
July 2023
Visited here out of respect for those who practiced the D-Day landings on this beach. If venturing doen to the sea from the car park please note it was hard getting back up as you sink into the stones, so not so good for those with any mobility issues.
July 2023
Beautiful pebbly beach,water was so clear!
June 2023
Lovely beach with clear blue sea, very small shingle so no good if u have children who want to build a sand castle, also water gets deep very quickly
June 2023
Beautiful quiet unspoilt beach
April 2023
Really interesting history. Great for the children to link back to a Michael Morpurgo story too.
April 2022
loved it
November 2021
Long pebbly beach. Parking right on the front.
September 2021
We visited on a very overcast day with a keen wind blowing, so we did not see the sands at their best. We walked into Slapton and had tea in the church and found a pleasant footpath back to the beach car park, which ran past the nature reserve at Slapton Ley.
September 2021
A beautiful, gentle walk along the side of the nature reserve, if you make it to the turn off to go into Slapton, there is a lovely pub up there, the Queens Arms great gardens, food and friendly staff.
September 2021
Absolutely stunning stretch of beach (non-sandy which we prefer) with miles of space. Beautiful for early morning dog walks with a coffee at the end from the 'cafe on the beach' at Strete Gate picnic area.
May 2021
Walked along the beach and round the Nature reserve whilst staying in Slapton village. Lovely long shingle beach - our dog loved it. Lovely circular walk through the medieval village and back through the Nature reserve and along the beach.
November 2020
Ample parking, nice walk along the beach.
October 2020
Beautiful beach with a stunning sunrise. The sound of the sea on the pebbles is very relaxing. Really clean . No rubbish . Beautiful walks nearby. Nice cafe and restaurants. Dog friendly too.
September 2020
We have had lovely walks along Clapton and the views are stunning
February 2020
If you love the sound of the waves on pebbles this has to be one of the best beaches in the world !
April 2019
A totally unspoilt stretch of beach with wild flowers and wonderfully coloured rocks. We were lucky to be staying on a stones throw away and spent a few happy hours there with our dog watching the locals beach fishing in the evenings - bliss!
August 2018
Lovely walking -
June 2018
Lovely walk for wild flowers, bird watching sea views
May 2018
Clean beach.No plastic.
May 2018
This is certainly a lovely beach and so little rubbish.
April 2018
Really interesting area and good walks along the coast and by the Ley. Generous provision of toilets and parking and a number of places to eat. Would particularly recommend The Start Bay Inn, The Boathouse and Seabreeze Cafe at Torcross. Also very handy that there is a bus should you want to walk one way and get a bus back. Very beautiful and peaceful.
October 2017
Beautiful beach right across from our Cottage
September 2017
Wonderful nature reserve with well signposted walks.
September 2017
Beautiful stretch of shingle beach - dogs allowed all year. Not many facilities - we went to the Strete end of the beach as there is a great little coffee hut there - great coffee and friendly staff.
September 2017
Clapton Sands is beautiful. The rocks are the most beautiful colours, wild flowers abound on the beach, the views in either direction are stunning and it is rarely over crowded.One of the most wonderful areas in the U.K.
May 2017
Great place for a walk along the beach and had some great events for children at Easter. Great fish and chips in the pub at the end on Torcross
April 2017
North Hallsands
(2 miles)
(7)
Great little beach, my furry companion had the best time here. She couldn't contain her excitement. Amazing for us both watching and listening to the sounds of the sea.
December 2023
Really nice walk from Beesands.
October 2023
Lovely walk from Beesands. Takes about half an hour.
June 2023
lovely beach, I walked through there twice on my way along the coast path, really peaceful, the lost fishermans village is also worth visiting just a short walk from the beach
May 2022
Great walk up to Hallsands, interesting piece of history.
April 2022
Lovely little place, great to take a picnic as no facilities but that's part of its charm. Wonderful views of Start Bay and a great base to walk to Start Point and beyond or to Beesands. Well worth a visit.
September 2020
Gorgeous beach, but be careful if you have a dog that likes to run as our Border Collie got very sore paws on the pebbles.
May 2017
Lannacombe Beach
(3 miles)
(13)
Rugged and unspoiled, Lannacombe is the beach for those looking for total escapism on their South West holiday. Small and perfect for escaping from the summer crowds, it’s one of the best places to visit to simply enjoy the Devon scenery in all its natural glory. There’s a small car park just behind the beach so do get there early in order to guarantee a space, although there is further parking a short walk away if need be. Dogs are welcome at the beach throughout the year and as it offers access to the Coast Path it’s a good idea to combine your visit with a walk to take in the views of sea and countryside, perhaps towards Start Point where there is further parking around 30-40 minutes away on foot. At low tide the beach offers gentle rock pooling so it’s a lovely spot to head to for a quiet afternoon with the family, building sandcastles and eating sandwiches if you remember to bring them. There aren’t any cafes and restaurants immediately on site, so do remember to take anything you need with you, and there aren’t any toilets in the near vicinity either, so that’s worth keeping in mind when you plan your day. If you have been on holidays in Devon and Cornwall before you will also know that you need to watch our for the tide at many of the beaches, including this one in order to avoid disappointment or getting wet, you can pick up a tide timetable at local post offices!
Lovely walk along the coast from Horizons. Beautiful sandy beach
April 2024
Lannacombe is a lovely beach! The beach is gentle and slopes nicely into the sea. We swam in October and it was beautiful. If you haven’t been there are no facilities and only parking for about 8-9 cars so get there early in peak season. It’s on the SW Coast path and we have walked from East Prawle though takes a while. Fabulous beach. Keep it to yourself!
October 2023
Best beach in the area, spent a lovely sunny day here.
September 2023
A favourite beach of us, we spent another lovely afternoon there, superb view and great for rock pooling.
April 2022
Fantastic beach! Secluded and beautiful. Windy narrow lanes to reach it but worth it. We were able to get a car space in the small car park which was great. Our dog loved it and so did we!
October 2021
Best beach in the world! Dont tell anyone or else we will never get one of the 8 parking spaces!
September 2021
Unspoilt and away from the crowds. Perfect secret
August 2021
Beautiful unspoilt beach.
July 2021
We walked here from East Prawle, it was a delightful find and we explored the beach whilst en route along the coastal path. I imagine it would be extremely busy in high season but we were the only ones there so felt very lucky to have found it.
June 2021
Lovely but inaccessible down rough extremely narrow lane with very tiny parking & limited turning , best to walk from Start Point car park
October 2020
Very limited parking (but we got lucky!). Wide, spacious but covered in dense seaweed - what's happened? It never used to be so weedy.
August 2019
Excellent secluded beach once you find it. Signs would be helpful but this would be detrimental as visitors would "flood" the small car park. Well worth visiting and walking along the stunning cliff walks
September 2018
A lovely beach where we enjoy sitting and eating our sandwiches after walking from Start Point.
May 2018
Mill Bay
(5 miles)
(29)
Lovely little beach with with views across the bay to Salcombe
October 2023
Stunning! Great car park, perfect for dogs, at low tide you can walk along the beach to east portlemouth and Venus cafe.
September 2023
Lovely quiet beach, clean beach & sea
July 2023
Lovely place to spend some time.
July 2023
Lovely clean beach with great views
May 2023
Lovely clean beach, easily accessible from our holiday cottage.
July 2022
Bit of a walk but well worth it - spacious beach, fabulous views and shallow waters.
June 2022
Brilliant beach 3 miles from the cottage
June 2022
Gorgeous little Bay close to where we were staying our dog. Loved fetching his ball in and out the water. Very pretty spot.
April 2022
Lovely beach and you can walk to Gara rock from here and along beach to the ferry crossing to salcombe
March 2022
Great beach. Bumpy access road as sand has blown across it. Slightly marred by 1-2 selfish dog owners who have left their calling cards
November 2021
We were lucky enough to spend 3 days on this beautiful beach. Fabulous place ??
September 2021
Fantastic beach one of the best in the area. Have to get to car park (National Trust) very early if you don't want to carry all your stuff to the beach.
September 2021
We attempted to drive to Mill Bay car park- not a good idea in August! No parking spaces, no turning points. We tried another day, parking at Gara Rock and asking down the bridle path. We have a disabled granddaughter, the walk down was manageable but the return walk was much more difficult. Beautiful beach and worth the walk.
September 2021
Lovely, clean, sandy beach in wonderful location with beautiful views and easy access from Salcombe via the East Portlemouth ferry.
August 2021
Lovely beach, clear water
July 2021
Lovely beach for children to play on.
June 2021
Favourite beach going back to my childhood. The road to it was closed due to a land slip in January. Talked to the workmen who said it was due to reopen November 2020.
October 2020
Lovely beach but this year overrun with people arriving by motor boat- so it felt a little worrying for kids to swim out among them,(and frankly it spoilt the view) and engine noise/fumes at the end of the day as everyone left!
September 2020
Wonderful
September 2019
I endorse all of the other favourable comments and emphasise the urgent need to make the lavatories hygienic. In fact all of the public conveniences are anything but convenient.
September 2019
Lovely beach, handy to have little food caravan selling crepes, drinks and ice cream, good quality too. The toilets were disgusting though and should have been cleaned more regularly, also waste bins overflowing.
August 2019
Great place for a day on the beach. Safe and dog friendly
August 2019
Lovely large sandy beach, perfect for young children who want to play in the strem and build dams, or play in the sea without large waves!
July 2019
Great beach
October 2018
A fabulous beach. Especially great fun at low tide for a water loving Labrador. We enjoyed our visits here. We also loved the passenger ferry from here to Salcombe. Beautiful beach.
October 2018
Beautiful beach lovely and clean. Small car park free to N.T. members. Highly recommended. Drawback no immediate café available. Venus café nearest but a trek if not mobile.
September 2018
Lovely beach well worth a visit. Dog friendly as well. Well worth the £7-50 national trust car parking fee.
July 2018
amazing beach, dog friendly, only downside is the toilets near the National Trust hut are very poor
July 2018
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Tradesman's Arms
(Less than a mile)
Enjoy a friendly welcome at The Tradesman's Arms, a fine 14th-century pub and restaurant in the pretty village of Stokenham. Inside you'll find a fine bar serving local ales and ciders where you can warm yourself by the roaring woodburner in winter or take you drinks outside to the stunning beer garden in summertime.
The Tradesman's Arms Stokenham, Kingsbridge TQ7 2SZ (T: 01548 580996)
Church House Inn
(Less than a mile)
(27)
This dog-friendly countryside pub offers a large restaurant and delightful beer garden. New to the culinary agenda is the Josper oven, an indoor barbecue grill which runs solely on charcoal and gives a delicious flavour to food. The menu features steaks, seafood, Sunday roasts and daily specials. You’ll also find a selection of local ales, ciders and local soft drinks. Open daily for drinks and from Weds-Sun for lunch, dinner and cream teas.
Church House Inn Stokenham, Kingsbridge TQ7 2SZ (T: 01548 580253)
We booked a table here online for Boxing Day lunch but when we arrived they told us they don’t take bookings. Luckily they had a table and we enjoyed a really good pub meal. Nice clean environment, dogs welcome. Friendly staff. We had a wander after lunch to shake the meal down, lovely old church and pretty village. Easy to park.
January 2024
Great local pub with welcoming atmosphere and good value home cooked food.
November 2023
Excellent food and friendly service
September 2023
Nice friendly pub serving good food
August 2023
We love the Church House and return each year we visit. They are always so welcoming and make Stokenham feel like home from home.
June 2023
Interesting menu and specials, good ales and wine list, very friendly and helpful staff; our dog now considers Maddie to be one of her best mates. We ate here 4 or 5 times in our fortnight's holiday; says something in itself!!
October 2022
Had two lovely meals here. Food was great and service excellent.
August 2022
Excellent food, really nice atmosphere and surroundings, thank you for finding us a table as I thought I had made a booking, booked wrong pub.
July 2022
Very poor. Overpriced food (don't order the duck breast @£16 unless you're on a super low calorie diet). Beer too cold and expensive. I used to like the charm of the pub before it was renovated, now just lacks atmosphere.
May 2022
Had a drink there. Outside space at the back was lovely. We didn't eat there.
March 2022
Good and friendly pub. Fish and chips excellent.
September 2021
We have been back here many times when we have visited, beautiful gardens, now with covered heated area for those colder and wetter times. The only thing we would say is the lack of vegetarian options on the main menu.
September 2021
Great place to eat for a special meal out, food amazing
September 2021
Beautifully decorated pub, friendly staff and truly excellent food.
July 2021
Only 19 mins walk from cottage. Lovely refurbished pub but gets busy so book first.
October 2020
Great atmosphere, Good food. Natalie the manager was really welcoming. Loved our dog too! Great place for a drink or dinner. Will definitely return
October 2020
Friendly atmosphere, good service, nice selection of food and drinks with a great Friday curry night- what's not to like?!!
September 2020
A must visit if you’re in the area, Great food and very helpful and accommodating staff even with social distancing. We eat twice there and would have gone again but couldn’t get in due to it being fully booked, so best to pre book
September 2020
A beautiful refurbished pub, would definitely recommend the huge tasty Sunday lunches that they do although make sure you book.
November 2019
We ate here for a couple of evening meals which were first class, highly recommend it
October 2019
recently refurbished to a very high standard. Excellent food
June 2019
Lovely family meal here, very tasty. Great professional service. Dog friendly. Would definitely eat here again.
October 2018
EXCELLENT FRIENDLY SERVICE AND GREAT FOOD IN A GOOD LOCATION AND SURROUNDINGS.
June 2018
Excellent food. Sunday lunch was presented very well & served quickly. Evening food was just as good, with a fairly big menu.
November 2017
Friendly, helpful staff, lovely food
September 2017
We ate at this great pub several times and the welcome was very warm and the food and service was great.
August 2017
Good food, nice setting.
December 2016
Brittannia@TheBeach
(2 miles)
(102)
Known by locals as ‘The Shack’ this is a popular restaurant serving super fresh seafood just off boat. Menus change daily depending on what the fishermen have landed, and with just a few tables, booking is advisable. Serves breakfasts, lunches and early dinner as well as tasty take away fish and chips.
Britannia @The Beach Beesands, Kingsbridge TQ7 2EH (T: 01548 581168)
We had a lovely meal here, very fresh fish & a great location with cosy interior. The staff were very friendly. Great takeaway service as well, amazing whitebait!!
April 2024
Small, friendly. Tasty food and big portions!
April 2024
Another must visit whilst in the area. Fish/seafood as good as ever. Excellent service. Now enclosed so protected from the elements. 'The Shack' has moved onwards!
December 2023
Reduced opening times this year however food is very tasty.
October 2023
Amazing place ! Grilled fish and chips , Calamari and prawns were delicious ?!! Restaurant equally as good !
October 2023
Ate (take away) here twice, lovely food, nice staff. Portions great, quality very good with added bonus of sitting outside overlooking sea.
October 2023
Need to book early, gets booked very quickly. Had a lovely takeaway
September 2023
Excellent quality and lovely service. Highly recommend.
August 2023
Good food, but pricey considering it's takeaway. They have stopped doing a breakfast menu which is disappointing.
August 2023
The restaurant books up very quickly but we had an excellent take away which we ate on the picnic tables outside . Very generous portions so try a child’’a meal if you don’t have a huge appetite . Really great selection of seafood and some other options too.
August 2023
Lovely chips. Battered hake was a little dry but I enjoyed my takeaway meal. Staff were super friendly and welcoming!
August 2023
Sub standard fish and chips. Not the place it used to be
August 2023
We had two meals here. It was perfect. Thank you so much.
August 2023
We really enjoyed two evening meals here and the food was delicious. We were here a few years ago and the food and service was amazing. Thank you so much.
August 2023
Excellent takeaway,quickly served.
June 2023
Fabulous seafood platter for sharing. Good price and service. Dogs were welcome
June 2023
Went to Britannia@the beach a few times while we were in Beesands ,the food is really nice ,but would advise to book before you go on holiday because it’s only a few tables and gets busy.
May 2023
We ate here on numerous occasions— plenty of choice of food - best Fish + Chips we have had for ages! Very friendly staff+ nothing too much trouble. Ice cream was lovely too- Turkish Delight flavour was amazing ! Lots of choice for hot + cold drinks too.You can eat in or have a take out- it’s shut on a Monday tho.
May 2023
Excellent, whether eating in or takeaway. Booking is essential
May 2023
Fabulous restaurant with great fish choices , definitely need to book
April 2023
A real favourite for ice creams, coffee's and dinner too!
April 2023
A birthday celebration in Beesands with a wonderful seafood platter and ice cream. Two days later garlic crevettes and salad - mighty yummy!
September 2022
Some of the best food we've ever had, will definitely return to the restaurant. Also had many meals from the takeaway during our stay at Beesands.
September 2022
Something for everyone, even fussy eaters.
September 2022
It’s not just fish n chips.
August 2022
Awesome food!
August 2022
Always amazing and this time it was no different. Great menu, stunning location, excellent service. One of my favourite places in the world to eat! Love it!
July 2022
Great choice good food
July 2022
Great location and Great food
July 2022
Excellent fish and chips from a comprehensive seafood menu. Highly recommend.
July 2022
Unfortunately due to high demand we were unable to eat in the restaurant but we did eat from the takeaway menu & the food was lovely! I can personally recommend the scallops!! Thank you!
July 2022
Our meal was average,
July 2022
Excellent
June 2022
Takeaway fish & chips worth the visit to Beesands alone.
June 2022
Excellent.
June 2022
We only used once but food excellent and reasonable cost
May 2022
Excellent food. Just a suggestion if you want to eat inside pre book a table. Place is very busy. Friendly staff excellent food and service.
May 2022
We only had takeaways, but found everything was good and the staff friendly.
May 2022
Fantastic takeaways and even better when you eat inside from a lovely menu
May 2022
This little chippy provides excellent seafood cooked freshly to order and first-class setting to eat.
May 2022
Maybe a few less chips! Food very good. Tasty and team very friendly.
April 2022
Nice, only used as a takeaway - but the portions of chips were ridiculously large - one portion would feed three people, and if you don't know then it's a waste of food! Quite expensive too.
April 2022
Great food, friendly staff
March 2022
Very poor fish and chips takeaway lunch midweek Returned to complain, staff not really interested.
March 2022
Great fish restaurant and lovely last night to our holiday this time - cosy inside and beautiful food.
November 2021
Beautifully crisp and delicious fish and chips - highly recommended!
October 2021
Fab little place, had a fish and chip takeaway, nice fish was grilled not in batter, a rare thing these days, beautiful setting, right on the sea front.
October 2021
lovely food for sea food lovers and lovely atmosphere - an easy walk along the beach at low tide.
October 2021
The food service and location of this restaurant and takeaway is outstanding in all ways!
October 2021
We went 3 evenings in a week plus a takeaway That should say it all about how much we love this little restaurant
September 2021
Beautiful food and a fun relaxed experience
September 2021
Very friendly staff and delicious sea food. A lovely evening.
September 2021
Fantastic food in a great location. The staff are friendly and efficient. Now doing a great trade in take away dishes with lots of informal seating near the beach.
August 2021
Couldnt get into the restaurant as it seems you need to book months in advance. Take away excellent just very expensive. Kids meals double what you'd pay elsewhere.
July 2021
Amazing food. Very sad we weren't able to book a table here during our holiday, but that's how it is currently. We enjoyed a delicious takeaway lunch and several coffees. Lovely staff too. We will be back!
July 2021
I love this place! The fish, chips and minted peas are just amazing! The staff are always friendly and cheerful and the location is stunning. Brilliant- have been many times and always loved it.
June 2021
Love it so great to be able to stroll along for any meal of the day.
June 2021
Fabulous food, location and staff but twice in a week they closed early due to running out of food. There is no shop anywhere near so we had cereal for dinner! The children were happy :)
June 2021
This is our favorite holiday restaurant. Simple food, simply cooked and delicious. We love the fresh fish variety. Speedy, quality food delivered to eat on the beach even when they're super busy. Great they have a license now too. Highly recommended.
June 2021
Absolutely fantastic food and service
April 2021
The best fish dishes anywhere! Love Britannia at The Beach- wonderful, friendly staff and fantastic food. Highly recommended.
April 2021
Great food and friendly staff
November 2020
Fabulous takeaway food served with a smile; this place was a lifesaver during a cold October week staying in lovely Beesands. Recommend the crab sandwiches, preferably with a bottle of their fine pinot :)
October 2020
Best Fish and Chips and Calamari in the area!
October 2020
This is one of my favourite places to eat in the world!!! Need I say more! I absolutely love Britannia- superb fish dishes and the friendliest team ever with great customer service. They serve Yarde Farm ice cream- lots of flavours but the cherry & custard is amazing! You must go!! I'd give it 10 stars if I could!
September 2020
Fantastic food, fantastic service, loved the outdoor eating they did because of COVID.
August 2020
The best mushy peas we've tasted and also good value quality fish and chips.
July 2020
Great food, used it many times. Would highly recommend.
July 2020
Amazing food, Great service, very friendly staff. ????????????????????
February 2020
Great takeaway fish and chips, served by lovely friendly staff.
February 2020
Probably the best place for Fish in the South Hams...and that's saying something. We're regular visitors and it's great food in or out. Good atmosphere; everything is right about this place. Book ahead or just turn up for take-away fish and chips.
November 2019
Only used once but good food and good value.
November 2019
Excellent fish restaurant, definitely worth visit either on foot from Torcross or by car. Dogs welcome, relaxed atmosphere with stunning view.
September 2019
Amazing sea food. Lovely staff and highly recommended but book in advance. We are there for 3 nights and loved every meal. The chef cooked me monkfish by special request. Fabulous
September 2019
This is one of our favourite places to eat. Went 4 times in a week. Lovely food and friendly staff
September 2019
Best fish dinner ever. Really enjoyed our evening.
September 2019
We had a take away - it was a really busy evening - but we were really disappointed with the quality of the food - sorry. Chips not very appetising. Scampi dry and looked old. Fish lots of batter.. The scallops however were excellent!
August 2019
Fish and chips to die for, delicious fresh fish all cooked to order...can’t wait to revisit. Well done someone has got this just right.
August 2019
This is a fantastic place to eat . We had been here previously when it was literally a shack - prone to strong winds and gales! However it is now ensconced in much more solid and permanent surroundings. The food is excellent - a wonderful choice of seafood dishes - all freshly prepared . The staff are lovely and the service is great. Incredibly good value- plus you can take your own wine for a small corkage charge . thoroughly recommended for everyone who loves fish and seafood.
June 2019
completely refurbished Excellent food friendly staff
June 2019
The newly built Cafe is brilliant. They seem to be open all the time. Very nice takeaway, great chips to accompany the fish.
June 2019
It’s a new look on the outside but the food very much of the same high quality at the Britannia in Beesands. The new ‘shack’ doesn’t really do it justice with a completely renovated contemporary dining room in keeping with the seaside location and beach hut vibe with excellent views of the bay. There seems to be loads more space too and the higher ceiling gives light to the treats being served from the kitchen. Dave and the team in the kitchen maintain their high standards of food preparation and making dishes that look and taste fantastic, the front of house team are equally as attentive making a great relaxed dining experience. I would have no hesitation in recommending breakfast, lunch or dinner at the Britannia so come back if you have been before and see the changes or give it a go if you never have been. ????????
June 2019
Unfortunately this was still being worked on even though it says reopening Spring 2019 so had to go into either Kingsbridge or Dartmouth for provisions.
March 2019
Was gutted that is places had closed down the day before we got there was looking forward to trying this places. We did have a bit of luck we had just got there after a 5 hour drive not knowing it was closed and they were putting food in car oh the smell it was so good that's when they told us about colseing down. But they did lets us try some of the food they had cooked to feed 200 kids and omg it was lush . Just wish I could try more of it . Good luck with the new building
September 2018
Delicious fish & chips & Crevettes in garlic butter with salad from the takeaway eaten on the beach on a lovely summers evening. Amazing selection of fish & shellfish from Scallops to John Dory. Eat in & bring your own bottle policy. They are planning a refurb end of season so check their Facebook page before you go to check on progress.
September 2018
Think the shop could offer much more and it is quite pricey . We had take away fish and chips which were excellent x
August 2018
Great find. Fresh fish gorgeous and welcome advice on how to cook. Takeaway fish and chips fantastic. Ate in one day - amazing! Staff really lovely.
July 2018
This is one of our favourite restaurants A fantastic selection of fish and seafood We are here four evenings in one week!
June 2018
What a beautiful place to eat in a perfect location total able to eat alfresco or dine in. Both breakfast and dinner was perfectly cooked and presented the staff so friendly. Able to have all menu choices as takeaway and site and eat overlooking the English channel, perfect day.
June 2018
A fantastic place to eat really good fresh fish simply prepared and the added bonus is you can take your own wine ( or beer) as they are not licensed. It is quite small so you probably need to book especially in the summer months . Excellent value !
June 2018
The Shack is fabulous - brilliant staff, lovely food and the most amazing setting. Treat yourselves and go along!
June 2018
You do have to book in advance because it is so popular. The seafood was up to the usual high standard, and the whole brown crab (order in advance) was exceptional!!
June 2018
We always book a meal here when we stay in Beesands. We did have a good meal here but perhaps not as good as previous years and the drainy smell by our table was a bit off-putting. Friendly staff!
May 2018
Fantastic Food and atmosphere, great place and perfect location. Been visiting the Shack now for over 6 years. Fish and Chips are PHENOMENAL as is all the other food.
May 2018
Very good fish and chips from the take out.
September 2017
Visited a few times during our week in Beesands and also had takeaway. Great food and lovely staff who really know how to look after their customers. Even went out to rescue lost customers after a local road was closed. Will definitely visit again. Make sure you book though, they will squeeze you in if they can but they are always busy.
July 2017
The best food by a mile in this area of South Devon. We had a lovely evening sat on a bench opposite - we brought our own wine as there's no licence (but this saves on costs!). We had the freshly caught and cooked lobster, 'crack-your-own' crab, and a beautiful bowl of mussels. The lady owner or manager couldn't have been more helpful - we turned up on a Friday night with no reservation, and she went out of her way to accommodate us. If you only go to one place to eat whilst on holiday in the area, then it has to be here. Yes, rustic. Yes, simple. But simple fresh food, cooked amazingly well....and what a view!!! Go with friends and make an evening of it! Cannot recommend highly enough!!
June 2017
A fave to do- grab fish & chips from their takeaway and sit and eat on the beach. Simply perfect.
June 2017
Wonderful! Such delicious food and friendly staff.
June 2017
Had a lovely meal at The Britannia. Super fresh fish , great people and it's a BYO. What more could you wish for! Necessary to book ahead as there are only a few tables.
May 2017
Great food, friendly and attentive staff, dogs made welcome , just perfect.
April 2017
Managed to squeeze us in for an early evening booking - so glad they did. Great food, and top notch service from very friendly staff. Seafood Jumbalaya is wonderful, and rather filling. If you are nearby, and are able to get a reservation do - if not, try the takeaway and each on the beach :)
April 2017
The Cricket Inn
(2 miles)
(93)
A light and airy seaside pub and restaurant serving high quality dishes using the excellent fish, seafood caught in the bay and other locally sourced produce. Plenty of seating, great kids options and excellent seasonally changing menus make this a family favourite.
The Cricket Inn Beesands, Kingsbridge TQ7 2EN (T: 01548 580215)
Great pub. a few steps from the Old Post Office, very friendly with amazing photos of old Beesands
April 2024
Excellent service and delicious food.
October 2023
Another excellent meal, well worth the winding lanes to enjoy their signature dish - Seafood Pancakes. Can't wait to go back!
October 2023
Visited for the first time this year and went back again for a 2nd lunch visit during our holiday. Will be going again on our next trip to Devon
October 2023
Amazing Sunday Lunch and another evening meal equally as good ?! Staff very friendly and helpful a must if visiting Beesands !
October 2023
Ate here twice, lovely food, ambience, staff. Seafood very good
October 2023
Had a lovely evening meal here. Food delicious and seafood so fresh. Book a table to avoid disappointment. Dogs welcomed and a nice setting for just having a drink
September 2023
Great service and a great menu with a mixture of standard pup grub and more unusual dishes. The food is always deliciousness , would highly recommend.
September 2023
Lively pub restaurant serving excellent quality food. Good service and nice atmosphere. Drinks are very expensive hence 4* rating instead of 5*
August 2023
Visited several times, always excellent food.
August 2023
Best roast beef I've ever had! It almost melted in my mouth.
August 2023
Only had drinks here. A non alcoholic drink and a gin and tonic. Nothing special. Both for just under £17 ?? I don’t think so. We were robbed.
August 2023
It wasn’t as good as the last stay. One meal was cold and even after heating it up it wasn’t hot.
August 2023
dined here 5 times during our stay. if you like seafood look no further! lovely staff. reasonable prices comprehensive menu. as good as it gets!
July 2023
Great pub that was only up the road from where we were staying. Seemed very popular with the walkers & ramblers
June 2023
Love it here. Good food and surroundings.
June 2023
Lovely pub with lovely menu. We ate there a few times- very good meals- reasonably priced. Lovely sea front location - very Dog friendly too.
May 2023
Excellent food and atmosphere
April 2023
Amazing dog friendly pub, fantastic food and service both times we visited.
April 2023
Best food for miles, fresh seafood, great atmosphere and excellent customer service
September 2022
Exceptional food and I’m not easily pleased.
August 2022
Good food pleasant atmosphere
July 2022
Excellent restaurauntent & pub & excellent menu & service
July 2022
Lovely clean pub & restaurant with very friendly (dog loving) staff who made us welcome as soon as we arrived in the village. The food in the restaurant is excellent quality at a fair price….Thank you!
July 2022
One of the best restaurant meals we have had in a long time. Quality ingredients and I suspect prepared by an actual trained chef which is a rarity these days. Quite pricey but nevertheless good value given the quality. Staff were friendly, efficient and seemed pleased to have you dining with them.
July 2022
Whether you are staying in the village or passing through you must call into the Cricket Inn. They have it all! Good selection of drinks, exceptional food (& I mean exceptional), seaview like nowhere else & all in a modern setting which still retains the history of the village. Then we have the Cricket Inn team who are just A-MAZ-ING. After 30+ years we wouldn't keep returning if it was something special. Keep up the excellent work & hopefully, we'll see you all very soon.
July 2022
Great menu and great service. If you like seafood this is a great place to visit. Highly recommended and we will be back
June 2022
The pub itself is fine, good beer, lovely location and friendly staff, I felt the food to be over priced for the quality
May 2022
We had a delicious meal here.. lobster and sole beautifully cooked.. highly recommend but do book particularly in the height if summer
May 2022
We had a gorgeous fresh fish meal at this lovely restaurant, very nice staff and the food and service was first class. However I think it is a bit pricey, so unfortunately we could only go once during our stay, which was a shame.
May 2022
Superb food. Really tasty and well presented. Staff were very friendly and welcoming.
April 2022
Excellent food in an fabulous environment. Popular so make sure you book, but very accommodating to move us as our dog wouldn’t settle where we where originally put. Had a very enjoyable evening.
April 2022
Amazing food, gorgeous surroundings . . . but you have to book ahead especially for Sunday lunch etc. Well worth the wait though!
April 2022
Great pub, Good food and beer, staff very friendly. Well worth a visit.
March 2022
Fabulous
March 2022
We went in here and ordered steak, quite expensive for what it is and one steak was quite chewy and fatty. So much so that most of it couldn't be eaten, we did mention it but we're fobbed off which I find quite short sighted as we won't return!
March 2022
had a lovely meal here
November 2021
Excellent pub, lovely atmosphere and so welcoming. Always our first night stop in the village for food! Fanatastic fish dishes.
November 2021
Nice food, dog friendly, helpful staff.
October 2021
Lovely pub, good food, beer, service and atmosphere.
October 2021
Excellent meal again. Great seafood pancake!
September 2021
Really delicious seafood.
September 2021
Looked good, and was popular - didn't manage to eat there as when we arrived we were told they had no tables free for 2 weeks.
August 2021
Helpful staff, great outdoor seating and awesome menu. Best to book in advance.
July 2021
Great place to eat and drink. Staff very friendly and helpful.
June 2021
Fantastic food but the Irish waiter was rather fierce and nothing like the rest of the happy and helpful staff.
June 2021
Delicious food from a varied menu with daily specials. Love the Josper grill fish!. Great location. Highly recommended. Quick service too.
June 2021
Excellent food and friendly helpful service
May 2021
Really friendly staff- a great team. Wonderful place!
April 2021
Excellent food/service/staff
November 2020
Fantastic pub, food amazing! We always eat here at least twice during our weeks in Beesands!
November 2020
Had a lovely lunch here well needed rest after a coastal walk, it was lovely but because of my fish and shellfish allergy I felt it was a bit limited choice on the menu as I’m not a very big red meat eater but it didn’t spoil it as the staff and place was lovely
October 2020
Booked for an evening meal, lovely food and pleasant staff who didn't mind us bringing the dog along either. Food was great, service prompt and reasonable pricing. Would definitely return.
October 2020
Fantastic food and service. Adam and Jason brilliant. Also great value. Highly recommend
October 2020
Excellent food and superb service. Highly recommended; be sure to book well in advance.
September 2020
Great location. Menu is very repetitive and would like to see more variety and not all based on fish dishes.
August 2020
Really helpful, friendly staff. Fantastic quality food fresh from the local fishermen. Great location for a sundowner!
July 2020
Great food, Great service, nice friendly staff. Highly recommend
February 2020
Fantastic pub, great local ales, lovely food and very welcoming owners, managers and staff!
February 2020
Extremely handy and the food was great and very good value for money. Pleasant staff too.
November 2019
Good good especially the seafood pancakes
September 2019
We visited the restaurant with our twin toddlers. The staff were really helpful with the kids and we felt comfortable to bring them back for a second visit as we were so well looked after. The specials were of really high quality and the food was superb! We have been here many times before and will definitely be returning in the future. Lovely pub, friendly staff and great location.
September 2019
Lovely pub, they are dog friendly. The food was excellent and a good selection of beers. Would advise to book in advance if you are eating with your pets in peak season gets busy - will be visiting again
August 2019
Friendly staff and fabulous food
August 2019
Very convenient of you are staying in Beesands, as we were , and it provides a pretty good selection of dishes for most tastes. The food is absolutely fine - typical pub fare - a bit formulaic - but perfectly acceptable. the service was quite good but they did bring our coffees before the desserts - which was odd. The main courses were quite good but we didn't rate the desserts - disappointing.
June 2019
Absolutely a wonderful find. The food is outstanding. Well known for seafood but their steaks are tasty, tender and succulent too. Very dog friendly too. Would highly recommend negotiating the lanes to Beesands to have a meal at the Cricket Inn. Prices are a bit on the high side compared to other places in the area but this is understandable due to the very high quality of the ingredients used.
June 2019
Excellent beer, brilliant staff and fabulous food. Well worth booking a table as it's very popular. Not cheap, but still good value for money .
May 2019
Excellent food, great with children and dogs welcome
April 2019
Lovely food, lovely staff. Will definitely return
April 2019
Lovely welcoming place, food is great
March 2019
We got a warm welcome from all at The Cricket Inn, there was a great selection of drinks and fabulous food available. Could we suggest one or two more vegetarian options on the main menu.
March 2019
Great food, grilled fish excellent. Friendly professional staff.
February 2019
This is an excellent pub attracting people from miles around. The food is fantastic, the staff are friendly, there are tables for drinkers and the ales are kept well. What more could you ask for? Well ok the food is a tad pricey....
October 2018
Gorgeous food, lovely staff, always busy which is a good testament!
October 2018
nice friendly pub - but pricey for what it is . Wasn't really very wowed by food . Felt menu rather ltd & sadly they dont offer a traditional Sunday lunch only regular menu However we tried it a couple of times and left feeling full and not unhappy with what we had
October 2018
Lovely pub, didn't manage to eat as we arrived inbetween service. Dog friendly pub. Niice walk along the front from here.
October 2018
Nice place we had fish n chips was good but not worth the price tag drinks cost to .shame as we would of spent more time there if was bit cheaper but need a bank loan for that lol .
September 2018
Amazing food as always, lovely staff, and fantastic drink selection.
August 2018
Lovely pub in beautiful location. A varied menu with plenty of fresh fish dishes , the fish pie was exceptionally good. Good service and friendly staff who made the effort to pass the time of day even though they were busy. The beer at £5.00 a pint was expensive. Nothing too much trouble. Would visit again.
June 2018
Excellent and varied menu- good value for money . The staff were really friendly and the place had a good atmosphere. It was so convenient as we were only a couple of doors away - so we didn't need to get in the car and brave those narrow , winding and unpredictable Devon lanes!
June 2018
We had a lovely meal at the Cricket Inn, it was up to its usual standards, and the service was excellent; John Dory, seafood carbonara and fish and chips, all superb. That also let us bring in our dog, which was great.
June 2018
We love this pub and always visit at least once when staying in Beesands. Food as good as usual. Maybe staff not as friendly as previous years - particularly the Californian Maitre D'?? Still a great place for a lovely meal!
May 2018
very dog friendly visited 4 times during our holiday food was excellent also visited church house inn stokenham which was taken over by the cricketers again dog friendly the menu was different to the cricketers agian food was excellent
May 2018
Delightful pub with very friendly staff. Food excellent especially if you like fresh fish.
May 2018
Lovely pub and great food.
January 2018
Fabulous! What a find!!
October 2017
Excellent pub and restaurant. Ate there three times including breakfast. Food was always excellent and service spot on. Would definitely recommend.
July 2017
Great food and service. Well worth a visit
July 2017
Lovely pub which always seems to be busy. A varied menu with plenty of fresh fish dishes and juicy steaks. Good service and friendly staff who made the effort to pass the time of day even though they were busy. Nothing too much trouble. Would visit again.
July 2017
Expensive drinks but food good
June 2017
Sunday lunch was very good reasonably priced for location but went back during week had lemon sole on there specials plus one other standard meal and two drinks came to 60 pounds extremely overpriced especially as after charging me 22 pound for the fish the veg was an extra 4 pound .We considered this to be overpriced for what we got .
May 2017
Friendly and efficient staff with good choice of food but somewhat limited for vegetarians. Dog friendly.
April 2017
Wonderful food and impeccable service. Hope you are in business for a good many years you deserve it
April 2017
The Boathouse
(2 miles)
(34)
A bright and airy restaurant steps from the beach at Torcross offering fish and chips, stone baked pizzas, burgers, salads and a children’s menu along with fresh coffee, tea and cakes served all day. All tables enjoy panoramic views over the water; there is a terrace to dine alfresco during summer and a cosy wood burner for cooler months. Dogs welcome.
The Boathouse Torcross, Slapton Sands TQ7 2TQ (T: 01548 580747)
Ate brunch here, regularly throughout our 2 week holiday. Always delicious and well presented by the charming and welcoming staff.
October 2023
We had food from here on a few occasions while on our vacation and it was so tasty and freshly cooked. Very nice indeed. Also open good hours. We were very happy customers
July 2023
Nice breakfasts, but still quite narrow opening times. Could be a bit more flexible on mixing breakfast items for those that want to make slight changes. Food nice though.
July 2023
Great place with gorgeous breakfast. Lovely cake. Nice outside seating Friendly staff.
June 2023
Had a lovely lunch sitting on the verandah overlooking the Let. Food and service top notch
May 2023
Very good fish and chips
June 2022
Although this is a great property in a wonderful place for a holiday, the standard of cleanliness is well below the standards one should expect when paying premium price, the wooden floor needs serious attention as it has ingrained dirt, leaving my crawling grandchild with filthy legs and feet despite my mopping to try and clean it. The vacuum was full of smelly dog hair, the toaster had not been cleaned and neither was the tumble drier which included the previous guests knickers! The internal windows and mirrors all need a thorough clean too! I’m very dissapointed with the standard particularly with the Covid 19 situation and with the response of THC, who seem to think it’s ok!
August 2021
Great fish & chips and ice cream
August 2021
End of July/early August 2021, still only takeaway service. Expensive chips, measly portion and 30 minute wait to takeaway
August 2021
Excellent ice cream
April 2021
Amazing food and customer service.
November 2020
This is a really good cafe that offers all sorts of food & drink. They’ve taken into account all the COVID restrictions so we felt safe. The staff were very helpful.
October 2020
An excellent take away dinner option! Far too good, as we ate from there several times this week!
August 2020
Great for a meal or a snack - the pizzas are Big. Nice inside and outside terrace facing the road, away from the winds off the sea. Very dog friendly.
September 2019
Great venue! Super service and super food.
August 2019
Had lovely fish and chips and ice cream here, we thought the fish and chips were better here than at the Start Bay and the ice cream better than at the other cafe, Sea Breeze.
May 2019
Our favourite place for drinks and food . Very friendly staff Perfect location Highly recommend .
May 2019
We had a lovely lunch here. Service was very good and quick. The restaurant was quiet which probably helped!
May 2019
Nice welcome including our dog. Excellent food, although we did have to wait 40 minutes - lunch time rush, ?. Would recommend.
April 2019
It would be useful to have a menu with prices outside so people could decide if it was expensive as we did.
August 2018
Lovely food, shame it didn’t stay open later than 5pm in the week.
June 2018
Great Food and Drink, wish you were open more evenings, the sharing platters are great !!!
June 2018
Fabulous food, great service !
June 2018
Boat house food is really excellent.
May 2018
Average food but quick service.
May 2018
Very good fish and chips!
May 2018
Lovely place to have a coffee and lunch. Really bright and welcoming. All the staff very friendly and helpful. Lovely and clean. Good value and a must to go to.
May 2018
Excellent breakfast (although a bit dear!).
October 2017
Had great takeaway fish & chips and sausage and chips in late September. Also a fantastic breakfast on the last day of our holiday. Great views of the sea one side and the Ley the other. Would recommend.
October 2017
Lovely place for meals - expensive for family of 5 and very busy but food was good especially the pizzas. Staff very polite and helpful too.
September 2017
Had a very nice meal here with my wife and daughters. The staff went out of their way to fulfil an unusual food order for picky kids. Some nice beers available too - a great way to spend an hour or so after a hard days walking.
August 2017
Good environment but no wifi and a long wait for our orders.
July 2017
Great place to eat and prices are great. Food is exceptional and we went a few times during our stay.
July 2017
Love this place. Reasonably priced food. Great pizzas, nice fresh seafood and takeaway to enjoy on the beach. Really light and spacious interior too. Looks like it was quite recently refurbed.
July 2017
SUP Away
(2 miles)
(2)
SUP Away, based in the heart of the South Hams in Devon, offers Stand Up Paddle Board hire to anyone looking to explore the beauty of the area on the water. They offer the complete service – not only delivering your boards direct to your holiday cottage but also giving advice on where to go on your adventure.
Click here for further details
My son and his girlfriend thoroughly enjoyed their SUP experience,the instructor was friendly and helpful,and delivered boards and equipment directly to the beach in front of apartment.
June 2023
Visited on a sunny morning in May so quite busy. We were greeted at the entrance, seated inside then left. No menu provided, I had to ask for it. A couple who arrived well after us had their order taken first. We waited for ages. Then discovered there is a half hour hour gap between breakfast orders ending and lunch orders beginning when only cakes are availble, not even a sandwich. Staff were rushed and inattentive, disappointing experience.
May 2023
Hassle Free Hiking
(3 miles)
(1)
For those wanting to walk a stretch of the South West Coast Path, or explore the river valleys of southern Dartmoor, Hassle Free Hiking can help plan your itinerary, provide first-hand tips and walking notes, and drop you and your bags off to your start point, then pick you up at your destination to bring you back to your holiday cottage. A really useful service for non-circular walks, coupled with invaluable local knowledge.
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The most beautiful walks along the coast path. Well signposted paths and lovely places to stop along the way for refreshments.
August 2023
Blackawton Blooms
(3 miles)
Surprise a loved one or simply treat yourself whilst on holiday to a gorgeous, locally grown, sustainable, wildlife friendly bouquet of flowers from Blackawton Blooms. Delivery direct to your holiday home. Not going to be in ? we can arrange delivery and access either before you arrive, whilst you're out at the beach or at a time to suit you. Available throughout the South Hams.
Click here for further details or call Jane Willmott on 07951 296494
Start Point Lighthouse
(3 miles)
(10)
My dacshund and I walked along the coastal path . Although Start Point was not open at the time, we were not disappointed, the coastal walk was lovely, as we got nearer to the lighthouse, we stood and watched in amazement at the tuna fish jumping high out of the water. It was spectacular to watch . I would thoroughly recommend.
December 2023
Excellent views, we went when it was closed unfortunately but a great walk for the dogs. You have to pay to park but I think it was only £4
June 2023
Sadly lighthouse was closed due to COVID, however it was still worth a visit for the views and the walk along the headlands. It was awesome, saw lots of seals playing around the rocks. Wear good footwear as a little uneven in places, lots places to sit and enjoy the view. Binoculars are a must. I loved it and I’m not a strong Walker
May 2021
If you can visit on a day when you can take a tour it's well worth it. The staff are knowledgable and make the tour really interesting for children and adults alike. It's a narrow & steep climb in places.
April 2021
Great walk along the coast path from Beesands - fantastic views
October 2020
The msot beatiful stratch of coastline I have walked along for a while. We did a circular walk which included Hallsands, and the lighthouse, and would throughly recommend visiting the lighthouse, if just for the views. Be aware thought, that there are limioted ameneities - only a portacabin loo in the carpark
September 2019
Stunning views from here. Great walk along from the car park, very accessible for all levels of fitness. Visitor centre was closed when we arrived for refurbishment at the end of the season but still worth the walk.
October 2018
Had a really interesting tour at the end of September, which was the highlight of our holiday. Out guide, Mary, was very friendly and informative. Would highly recommend this. Fantastic location and views and very interesting history. Thanks Mary.
October 2017
We really enjoyed our visit. My husband and son had a tour (£5 per adult and under 5's free) and thought it was brilliant. Children under 1.1m's tall can not go on the tour so my younger son and I enjoyed the coastal views which were fantastic.
June 2017
Fantastic walk with wonderful views, you'll find the best beach in the South Hams hear, bit of a walk but it is glorious.
December 2016
Dittiscombe Equestrian Centre
(4 miles)
(1)
As the self proclaimed ‘home of horse riding in the South Hams’, Dittiscombe Equestrian Centre offers horse riding lessons to everyone, whether they’re beginners or seasoned riders. Friendly and professional, they have an indoor school and an outdoor school so you can organise lessons whatever the weather, and you can borrow hats when you’re visiting as well if you don’t have your own. You can opt for private or group lessons, and there are toilets and changing facilities on site as well as plenty of parking. The school is two miles inland from Slapton Sands, so you can also combine your lesson with a trip to the historic D-Day training site and a wander along the beach if you fancy it!
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Alex and Emily are wonderfully helpful instructors and the horses excellent schoolmasters. I have had several lessons over the years from them and the standard is consistent. I have learnt loads and will return for more
January 2019
Beesands
(Less than a mile)
(45)
Gorgeous coastal walk from South Hallsands to Beesands. Not too strenuous for my mini dacshund. Well worth a visit with rocks / coves at the far end.
December 2023
Lovely relaxing location.
October 2023
Beautiful location with lovely coastal walks in both directions ! 2 very good eating places too !
October 2023
Ideal for walking your dog. Abit difficult to get on beach if you have mobility problems. Sadly not sandy, but dogs loved it
September 2023
Beesands is a lovely place, the beach was Great, definitely worth a visit.
September 2023
Stunning beach, fantastic sunset.
August 2023
Great place for an evening drink - beach not very suitable for children .
August 2023
We stayed for a week in a house opposite the beach in Beesands. The beach is a pebble beach and is very quiet. There is no lifeguard but there are locals there everyday with their boats so I am sure they would let you know if the conditions were unsafe. There is a fish and chip shop/restaurant and 1 pub restaurant - both serving lovely food and offer very friendly service. There is very little nearby so you do need a car to get around. Nearest supermarket was around 20-30 minute car ride away. The kids went in the sea almost every day and had the best time! They wore full wetsuits and water shoes which I thoroughly recommend as it is a pebble beach, and the kids got stung by a jelly fish when they paddled without wetsuits. When the tide was in, or coming in, the kids felt safer as they were in their depth. When the tide is out, there is a ledge which drops quite sharply. I am not a fan of sand so sitting on my camping chair on the pebble beach was bliss for me. We even spotted seals on most days! The locals with their boats didn't seem too friendly but we loved watching them take their boats out and bring them back in again. It was fascinating. I would have loved to ask them more about the beach, tides and coastal erosion but they didn't seem very approachable. However, I do appreciate that they must find tourists a little irritating. I would absolutely go back to Beesands for a holiday. It is my idea of blissful relaxation.
August 2023
Friendly, quiet location and shingle beach. Nice beach walk to Torcross at low tide. Pub/restaurant and Britannia restaurant and takeaway were very good. Very narrow roads to Beesands from turning off main road, but enjoyable holiday
June 2023
Just lovely. Excellent food at Britannia on the beach and they also have an excellent takeaway
May 2023
Great beach.
September 2022
Pebble beach. Sea crystal clear
August 2022
Beautiful location, stunning views!
August 2022
Pleasant place to visit
July 2022
Absolute delight to stay in this quiet little seaside village! Mostly holiday let properties nowadays but still some locals around to talk to about the history of the area. The village is extremely clean including the beach considering it is all dog friendly! Popular with local & travelling anglers mainly at weekends I also fished to some degree every day of our stay. We will be going back soon!
July 2022
Had a lovely walk. Beautiful setting.
June 2022
lovely location, enjoyed many morning walks along the beach, and caught 14 mackerel. The road access is not the best, drive slowly, you cannot do anything else, and hey who's in a rush on holiday
May 2022
Loved Beesands, we stayed in one of the cottages for a week and enjoyed the peace and quiet and strolling along the beach, very dog friendly to!
May 2022
loved it here
November 2021
Gorgeous stretch of beach - we loved finding pebbles to take home! The walks to Torcross and Hallsands and an absolute must for stunning views
October 2021
Lovely clean dog-friendly beach and an easy walk from Clover Cottage and over to Torcross too
September 2021
Lovely quiet and dog friendly beach with good facilities. Good place to walk from to nearby beaches.
July 2021
The actual usable beach is a fair walk from the village ( parking not allowed as the beach fronting the village no longer exists due to flood defences
June 2021
much less busy than most local beaches (because it is shingle) but great for kids above toddler age. lovely walks in both directions, eg to Torcross for chips or to Start Point for views. Easy parking and a good beach shack cafe and take away
June 2021
Nice village on the coast
May 2021
Lovely area and stay
May 2021
Accidentally burnt the garden table offered to pay as we had booked for 2021 for our honeymoon the owners accepted our offer but refused our stay for honeymoon said they were proud owners hey accidents happen we r nature adults n had to do alit of cleaning n change light bulbs in our arrival so thanks to the owners it completely messed up our honeymoon how selfish urn that's part of letting your cottage accidents happen n we did not have to offer to pay be warned don't damage anything
December 2020
14 Beesands is a great property. About 10 feet away from the beach/ sea wall. Pub 20 paces away. Lovely walks on the doorstep. Fabulous sunsets and seals swimming past. Who could ask for more. Well equipped cottage, very comfy beds cosy and warm
October 2020
The most wonderful little fishing village- narrow lanes on approach so drive carefully- but it's worth it. Lovely shingle beach and stunning views across Start Bay. Two great eateries- Britannia and The Cricket Inn are worth a visit. Beesands is just beautiful, I love it there.
September 2020
Amazing location right on the beach. We spent a week in Beesands and found the property to be perfect for our big group - plenty of space for everyone to relax and a very well appointed kitchen. Would highly recommend.
September 2020
Beautiful setting and lovely property decorated to a high standard, well equipped and perfect place for a getaway to peace and quiet. Short distance to the beach. Would definitely return. We had a super weekend at this property celebrating a family birthday
January 2020
Beautiful relaxing place to spend time.
November 2019
Lovely little beach, nice quiet location and free parking a bonus
August 2019
Worth the uphill/downhill walk along the coast path. Lovely spot.
August 2019
Easy to park, good food options. plenty of room for everyone.
August 2019
I love Beesands . The only sad thing is even more people have found out about it, 10 years since my last visit. Sadly the sea has removed the road handy for parking and is gradually eroding the cliff edges. Not as quiet as it used to be but the attractions of two nice eating places have probably increased the footfall.
June 2019
It’s a new look on the outside but the food very much of the same high quality at the Britannia in Beesands. The new ‘shack’ doesn’t really do it justice with a completely renovated contemporary dining room in keeping with the seaside location and beach hut vibe with excellent views of the bay. There seems to be loads more space too and the higher ceiling gives light to the treats being served from the kitchen. Dave and the team in the kitchen maintain their high standards of food preparation and making dishes that look and taste fantastic, the front of house team are equally as attentive making a great relaxed dining experience. I would have no hesitation in recommending breakfast, lunch or dinner at the Britannia so come back if you have been before and see the changes or give it a go if you never have been. ????????
June 2019
I've been coming to Beesands since I was 2 years old (61 now!). Not every year since adulthood but still can't stay away. Its an ideal location for those who want to get away from it all. Its close enough to Kingsbridge and within easy reach of Dartmouth , Salcombe and Brixham. The locals are very friendly and will always be up for a chat. Its almost tempting to keep this little coastal secret to myself!
October 2018
Bit scary driving down to the beach due to the narrow road but worth it when you got there. Had fish and chips and ate them on the tables that were provided while looking out to sea.
September 2018
Had a wonderful meal in the beach cafe .
July 2018
We've been coming to this general area for over 20 years now and have stayed in many of the surrounding villages . This was the first time we'd stayed in Beesands - but we had walked through it on our coastal walks on many, many occasions. We both loved the peaceful charm of the place - secluded , tranquil and away from it all . But unlike Hallsands (next village along) , it does have two places where you can eat ( The cricket Inn and the Britannia0)and they are both very good . The beach is great - shingle - but really uncrowded in June . ( We were lucky with the weather) and on a clear,sunny day - it is quite magical. ( What a shame the water is so freezing cold !!) This stretch of coastline is stunning - and even if you do no other walks - walk over to Hallsands and read about the old village that was washed away in January 1917 - or just drink in the stunning views . I love this part of Devon and it never fails to take my breath away when you stand on the coast path near the lighthouse and look back across Start Bay to Hallsands , Beesands , Torr Cross , and over towards Dartmouth. Wonderful.
June 2018
Beautiful stoney beach with views of Start Point Lighthouse. Tasty fish and chips available, popular pub and public toilets.
June 2018
Lovely place, good food and very dog friendly :-)
March 2018
Britannia Fish - Great fish - always fresh and lovely family run business. A must for anyone who likes eating good fish!
May 2017
Ideal for quiet and peaceful holiday with two good restaurants both of which are dog friendly.
April 2017
Slapton Sands
(2 miles)
(29)
A long stretch of beach with spectacular views of the sea stretching into the distance, Slapton Sands is in a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and for good reason. Adjacent to Slapton Ley, a freshwater lake that’s home to an abundance of wildlife and one of the many reasons people come to visit the area, the beach has a history of welcoming families in the summer for long days in the sunshine, building sandcastles, surfing, windsurfing and kayaking. It’s amazing to believe that this peaceful corner of South Devon has its place in military history as in 1943 the beach was taken over by allied forces to use as a rehearsal area for the D-Day landings. However, live ammunition and poor visibility ended in the deaths of more than 700 servicemen, so today there is a stone monument in place for Operation Tiger, as it was called, as well as a Sherman Tank at nearby Torcross. On a more current note, there is a beachside café at Slapton Sands for teas, coffees and other light bites, and there are also toilets nearby. The beach has disabled access, and also allows dogs throughout the year, so it really is fun for everyone and very easy to get to. There is parking nearby and in the summer months from May to September there is lifeguard cover. Last, but not least, a small collection of pubs reside in Torcross for those who are feeling peckish after a long day in the fresh air, or if you have been for a nice walk along the sand!
Our dog loved this beach and the kiosk cafe was a great addition, especially as it was very cold and windy. Shame about the parking costs.
April 2024
Fab stretch of beach - quite a trek from one end to another, you’ll need a drink from the coffee van at Pilchard Cove or cafes in Torcross! Over the hill from Torcross to bee sands has an amazing view
August 2023
A stunning coastline well worth a visit. If you drive along the coast road from Dartmouth the views are incredible. Slapton Sands is a shingle beach and dog friendly. If the first car park is busy continue further on and the next one is usually quieter, payment required.
July 2023
Visited here out of respect for those who practiced the D-Day landings on this beach. If venturing doen to the sea from the car park please note it was hard getting back up as you sink into the stones, so not so good for those with any mobility issues.
July 2023
Beautiful pebbly beach,water was so clear!
June 2023
Lovely beach with clear blue sea, very small shingle so no good if u have children who want to build a sand castle, also water gets deep very quickly
June 2023
Beautiful quiet unspoilt beach
April 2023
Really interesting history. Great for the children to link back to a Michael Morpurgo story too.
April 2022
loved it
November 2021
Long pebbly beach. Parking right on the front.
September 2021
We visited on a very overcast day with a keen wind blowing, so we did not see the sands at their best. We walked into Slapton and had tea in the church and found a pleasant footpath back to the beach car park, which ran past the nature reserve at Slapton Ley.
September 2021
A beautiful, gentle walk along the side of the nature reserve, if you make it to the turn off to go into Slapton, there is a lovely pub up there, the Queens Arms great gardens, food and friendly staff.
September 2021
Absolutely stunning stretch of beach (non-sandy which we prefer) with miles of space. Beautiful for early morning dog walks with a coffee at the end from the 'cafe on the beach' at Strete Gate picnic area.
May 2021
Walked along the beach and round the Nature reserve whilst staying in Slapton village. Lovely long shingle beach - our dog loved it. Lovely circular walk through the medieval village and back through the Nature reserve and along the beach.
November 2020
Ample parking, nice walk along the beach.
October 2020
Beautiful beach with a stunning sunrise. The sound of the sea on the pebbles is very relaxing. Really clean . No rubbish . Beautiful walks nearby. Nice cafe and restaurants. Dog friendly too.
September 2020
We have had lovely walks along Clapton and the views are stunning
February 2020
If you love the sound of the waves on pebbles this has to be one of the best beaches in the world !
April 2019
A totally unspoilt stretch of beach with wild flowers and wonderfully coloured rocks. We were lucky to be staying on a stones throw away and spent a few happy hours there with our dog watching the locals beach fishing in the evenings - bliss!
August 2018
Lovely walking -
June 2018
Lovely walk for wild flowers, bird watching sea views
May 2018
Clean beach.No plastic.
May 2018
This is certainly a lovely beach and so little rubbish.
April 2018
Really interesting area and good walks along the coast and by the Ley. Generous provision of toilets and parking and a number of places to eat. Would particularly recommend The Start Bay Inn, The Boathouse and Seabreeze Cafe at Torcross. Also very handy that there is a bus should you want to walk one way and get a bus back. Very beautiful and peaceful.
October 2017
Beautiful beach right across from our Cottage
September 2017
Wonderful nature reserve with well signposted walks.
September 2017
Beautiful stretch of shingle beach - dogs allowed all year. Not many facilities - we went to the Strete end of the beach as there is a great little coffee hut there - great coffee and friendly staff.
September 2017
Clapton Sands is beautiful. The rocks are the most beautiful colours, wild flowers abound on the beach, the views in either direction are stunning and it is rarely over crowded.One of the most wonderful areas in the U.K.
May 2017
Great place for a walk along the beach and had some great events for children at Easter. Great fish and chips in the pub at the end on Torcross
April 2017
North Hallsands
(2 miles)
(7)
Great little beach, my furry companion had the best time here. She couldn't contain her excitement. Amazing for us both watching and listening to the sounds of the sea.
December 2023
Really nice walk from Beesands.
October 2023
Lovely walk from Beesands. Takes about half an hour.
June 2023
lovely beach, I walked through there twice on my way along the coast path, really peaceful, the lost fishermans village is also worth visiting just a short walk from the beach
May 2022
Great walk up to Hallsands, interesting piece of history.
April 2022
Lovely little place, great to take a picnic as no facilities but that's part of its charm. Wonderful views of Start Bay and a great base to walk to Start Point and beyond or to Beesands. Well worth a visit.
September 2020
Gorgeous beach, but be careful if you have a dog that likes to run as our Border Collie got very sore paws on the pebbles.
May 2017
Lannacombe Beach
(3 miles)
(13)
Rugged and unspoiled, Lannacombe is the beach for those looking for total escapism on their South West holiday. Small and perfect for escaping from the summer crowds, it’s one of the best places to visit to simply enjoy the Devon scenery in all its natural glory. There’s a small car park just behind the beach so do get there early in order to guarantee a space, although there is further parking a short walk away if need be. Dogs are welcome at the beach throughout the year and as it offers access to the Coast Path it’s a good idea to combine your visit with a walk to take in the views of sea and countryside, perhaps towards Start Point where there is further parking around 30-40 minutes away on foot. At low tide the beach offers gentle rock pooling so it’s a lovely spot to head to for a quiet afternoon with the family, building sandcastles and eating sandwiches if you remember to bring them. There aren’t any cafes and restaurants immediately on site, so do remember to take anything you need with you, and there aren’t any toilets in the near vicinity either, so that’s worth keeping in mind when you plan your day. If you have been on holidays in Devon and Cornwall before you will also know that you need to watch our for the tide at many of the beaches, including this one in order to avoid disappointment or getting wet, you can pick up a tide timetable at local post offices!
Lovely walk along the coast from Horizons. Beautiful sandy beach
April 2024
Lannacombe is a lovely beach! The beach is gentle and slopes nicely into the sea. We swam in October and it was beautiful. If you haven’t been there are no facilities and only parking for about 8-9 cars so get there early in peak season. It’s on the SW Coast path and we have walked from East Prawle though takes a while. Fabulous beach. Keep it to yourself!
October 2023
Best beach in the area, spent a lovely sunny day here.
September 2023
A favourite beach of us, we spent another lovely afternoon there, superb view and great for rock pooling.
April 2022
Fantastic beach! Secluded and beautiful. Windy narrow lanes to reach it but worth it. We were able to get a car space in the small car park which was great. Our dog loved it and so did we!
October 2021
Best beach in the world! Dont tell anyone or else we will never get one of the 8 parking spaces!
September 2021
Unspoilt and away from the crowds. Perfect secret
August 2021
Beautiful unspoilt beach.
July 2021
We walked here from East Prawle, it was a delightful find and we explored the beach whilst en route along the coastal path. I imagine it would be extremely busy in high season but we were the only ones there so felt very lucky to have found it.
June 2021
Lovely but inaccessible down rough extremely narrow lane with very tiny parking & limited turning , best to walk from Start Point car park
October 2020
Very limited parking (but we got lucky!). Wide, spacious but covered in dense seaweed - what's happened? It never used to be so weedy.
August 2019
Excellent secluded beach once you find it. Signs would be helpful but this would be detrimental as visitors would "flood" the small car park. Well worth visiting and walking along the stunning cliff walks
September 2018
A lovely beach where we enjoy sitting and eating our sandwiches after walking from Start Point.
May 2018
Mill Bay
(5 miles)
(29)
Lovely little beach with with views across the bay to Salcombe
October 2023
Stunning! Great car park, perfect for dogs, at low tide you can walk along the beach to east portlemouth and Venus cafe.
September 2023
Lovely quiet beach, clean beach & sea
July 2023
Lovely place to spend some time.
July 2023
Lovely clean beach with great views
May 2023
Lovely clean beach, easily accessible from our holiday cottage.
July 2022
Bit of a walk but well worth it - spacious beach, fabulous views and shallow waters.
June 2022
Brilliant beach 3 miles from the cottage
June 2022
Gorgeous little Bay close to where we were staying our dog. Loved fetching his ball in and out the water. Very pretty spot.
April 2022
Lovely beach and you can walk to Gara rock from here and along beach to the ferry crossing to salcombe
March 2022
Great beach. Bumpy access road as sand has blown across it. Slightly marred by 1-2 selfish dog owners who have left their calling cards
November 2021
We were lucky enough to spend 3 days on this beautiful beach. Fabulous place ??
September 2021
Fantastic beach one of the best in the area. Have to get to car park (National Trust) very early if you don't want to carry all your stuff to the beach.
September 2021
We attempted to drive to Mill Bay car park- not a good idea in August! No parking spaces, no turning points. We tried another day, parking at Gara Rock and asking down the bridle path. We have a disabled granddaughter, the walk down was manageable but the return walk was much more difficult. Beautiful beach and worth the walk.
September 2021
Lovely, clean, sandy beach in wonderful location with beautiful views and easy access from Salcombe via the East Portlemouth ferry.
August 2021
Lovely beach, clear water
July 2021
Lovely beach for children to play on.
June 2021
Favourite beach going back to my childhood. The road to it was closed due to a land slip in January. Talked to the workmen who said it was due to reopen November 2020.
October 2020
Lovely beach but this year overrun with people arriving by motor boat- so it felt a little worrying for kids to swim out among them,(and frankly it spoilt the view) and engine noise/fumes at the end of the day as everyone left!
September 2020
Wonderful
September 2019
I endorse all of the other favourable comments and emphasise the urgent need to make the lavatories hygienic. In fact all of the public conveniences are anything but convenient.
September 2019
Lovely beach, handy to have little food caravan selling crepes, drinks and ice cream, good quality too. The toilets were disgusting though and should have been cleaned more regularly, also waste bins overflowing.
August 2019
Great place for a day on the beach. Safe and dog friendly
August 2019
Lovely large sandy beach, perfect for young children who want to play in the strem and build dams, or play in the sea without large waves!
July 2019
Great beach
October 2018
A fabulous beach. Especially great fun at low tide for a water loving Labrador. We enjoyed our visits here. We also loved the passenger ferry from here to Salcombe. Beautiful beach.
October 2018
Beautiful beach lovely and clean. Small car park free to N.T. members. Highly recommended. Drawback no immediate café available. Venus café nearest but a trek if not mobile.
September 2018
Lovely beach well worth a visit. Dog friendly as well. Well worth the £7-50 national trust car parking fee.
July 2018
amazing beach, dog friendly, only downside is the toilets near the National Trust hut are very poor
July 2018
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