Surf coast

Woolacombe

Devon · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Local gem⚑ Blue FlagEurope

A three-mile sweep of clean golden sand and gentle surf, repeatedly voted among Britain's best beaches.

Water at Woolacombe (Devon, United Kingdom) runs to about 17°C at the height of the season, and Year-round is the window to aim for. The beach flies the Blue Flag for water quality and safety.

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Sea temperature: ~17°C in the warm season
Water: Cool, clean Atlantic blue
Sand: Wide golden sand
Swimming: Gently shelving with reliable surf; lifeguarded
Surf: Long, family-friendly beach-break
Best time to visit: Year-round
Setting: A three-mile golden surf beach backed by National Trust dunes
Beach type: Surf coast
Blue Flag: Yes
Region: Europe

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Woolacombe: frequently asked questions

Where is Woolacombe?

Woolacombe is at Devon, on the coast of United Kingdom.

What is the sea temperature at Woolacombe?

In the warm season the sea at Woolacombe reaches about 17°C. Cool, clean Atlantic blue.

When is the best time to visit Woolacombe?

The best time to visit Woolacombe is Year-round.

What kind of sand does Woolacombe have?

Woolacombe has wide golden sand.

Is Woolacombe good for swimming?

Gently shelving with reliable surf; lifeguarded.

Can you surf at Woolacombe?

Long, family-friendly beach-break.

Does Woolacombe have Blue Flag status?

Yes — Woolacombe holds Blue Flag status, awarded for bathing-water quality, safety and facilities.

Photo: Lewis Clarke (CC BY-SA 2.0) · source