A
wide and spacious sand/shingle beach with many rock pools at low
tide. The main part of the beach is accessible via a path (next
to the toilets) or via the slipway. The east part of the beach which
stretches for half a mile is usually quiet due to difficult access.
It can be reached either by climbing over rocks or scrambling down
a slippery path (which can be found on the coast path). Note that
the east beach has a reputation as an unofficial nudist beach
Directions:Downderry is 18 miles from Plymouth. Take
the A38 from Plymouth. At Trerulefoot, turn left onto the A374.
After a mile turn right onto the A387. At Hessenford turn left and
follow the road down the Seaton Valley (the B3247). Drive through
Seaton and follow the coast road to Downderry
Parking:Yes
Toilets:Yes,
opposite the car park
Facilities:Cafe,
coffee shop, Post Office
Activities:None
Safety:Risk of being cut off on the east part of the beach