Hartland
Hartland Quay is a small pebble and rock beach with some areas of sand, along the Hartland Devon Heritage Coast near to the border with Cornwall. It is known for the spectacular scenery and the imposing cliffs that tower over the beach. The rocks that from these cliffs are not only dramatic but of considerable geological interest with their jagged shapes and layered forms.
On the beach there are rock pools, waterfalls and many bird's nests in the area. On a calm day the Hartland Quay beach is a good spot for bathing and snorkelling as well as surfing and fishing. When the weather makes the sea rough it can be an impressive sight watching the waves bashing against the rocks. This coast is infamous for shipwrecks.
There is a large car park on the cliffs above the quay. The beach is accessed via a slipway, but it is too steep for wheelchair access. There is also a hotel and restaurant in a picturesque spot at the top of the cliffs, overlooking the beach and surrounding coastline. There are also toilets here. The Hartland Quay Museum tells visitors about the legends and history of shipwrecks and smuggling in the area.
The South West Coast Path passes the beach and offers some spectacular views. There are warning signs of dangerous cliffs, so care needs to be taken. To the north there is a circular walk taking visitors to Hartland Point.
The nearest hamlet from the beach is Stoke, whilst the town of Hartland is about 2 miles away.
Hartland
stunning strata... really fascinating to see .
Relaxing ,swimming, sufing or walking.
Westward Ho! Beach is Safe
The Westward Ho! Beach has been awarded the blue flag status for the last 15 years, so you have the confidence to know it is safe to play on the beach and swim in the sea. The award is only given to beaches in England that pass a strict set of criteria covering the four main topics of Environmental Education and Information, Water Quality, Environmental Management and Safety and Services. Full information can be found on the Blue Flag Awards Website
During the holiday season the beach is also lifeguarded by the RNLI at both ends. For more information on when lifeguards will be on Westward Ho! Beach please check thei website page for Westwared Ho! Beach
Westward Ho! Beach is Never Crowded
The beach is 2.5 km long and has an easy access point at either end. At Low tide it is around 800m wide. That is a lot of beach! You will be able to find a spot with no one near at any time of the year.
Most people enter the beach at the Westward Ho! end and find the first available space to sit down. This does mean that the beach can look busy but if you are prepared to walk 100 – 200m along the beach you will never feel like you are stuck for space.
glorious beach ,written about by Charles Kingsley,, the beach has a Blue flag.is very clean and good for exploring, surfing , swimming or sunbathing.
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Westward Ho!
glorious beach ,written about by Charles Kingsley,, the beach has a Blue flag.is very clean and good for exploring, surfing , swimming or sunbathing.
Sightseeing
The picturesque, ancient, fishing village of Clovelly is uniquely special and was once owned by the Queen of England. From Elizabethan days until today, Clovelly has been in private ownership, which has helped preserve its original atmosphere.
Clinging to a 400 foot cliff, it has no vehicular traffic, just donkeys and sledges. Its steep, cobbled street tumbles its way down to the ancient fishing harbour and C14th quay. It is a descent through flower-strewn cottages broken only by little passageways and winding lanes that lead off to offer the prospect of further picturesque treasures. It combines a rich environment and an historic village, with so much to see and explore.
This famous cobbled street, know as 'Up-a-long' or 'Down-a-long', was built of stones hauled up from the beach. Man-powered sledges transport all goods to the village, from groceries to furniture. Donkeys used to be the main form of transport for centuries, but now mainly give children rides around their meadow during the summer or can be seen posing for photographs in the street.
The many literary and artist connections; Charles Kingsley, Charles Dickens, William Turner and Rex Whistler, all help to make this a unique experience. Kingsley lived here, Dickens wrote about it, Turner painted it and Whistler featured it in much of his workl
There is much to see and do such as watching the film of the history of the village, visiting the the extensive souvenir shop in the Visitor Centre, watching skilled craftsmen in the converted stable yard creating beautiful silks and pottery before exploring the village where you can visit two museums, Kingsley Museum and Fisherman’s Cottage. Or book and take a village tour with Jana Edwards who is a mine of information about village history and traditions.
Clovelly
The Burton Art Gallery and Museum
Kingsley RoadAppledore
Buck's Mills
Buck's Cross
Horns Cross
St Margaret's Church
Fore StreetFood scene
The Hoops Inn and Country Hotel has a first-class reputation for its food using only fresh, local seasonal produce. Guests can dine in the candlelit restaurant, the relaxed bars or, on warmer days, outdoors in the covered courtyard or the attractive gardens.
The Hoops Inn and Country Hotel has a first-class reputation for its food using only fresh, local seasonal produce. Guests can dine in the candlelit restaurant, the relaxed bars or, on warmer days, outdoors in the covered courtyard or the attractive gardens.
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Hoops Inn & Country Hotel
The Hoops Inn and Country Hotel has a first-class reputation for its food using only fresh, local seasonal produce. Guests can dine in the candlelit restaurant, the relaxed bars or, on warmer days, outdoors in the covered courtyard or the attractive gardens.
Pannier Market station