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Wembury Beach
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A lovely beach, rocky but some nice beachy sand, well kept toilets, sluice shower and cafe with great pasties and ice cream! Amazing rock pools. Easy walk down from the car park to the beach. Surfing and snorkelling spot also.. No lifeguards. There was tide information. The Marine Life centre is open in season.
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Getting there
Taken from National Trust website: To get to Wembury beach follow the A379 from Plymouth, turn right at Elburton, follow signs to Wembury. At Wembury follow the road until you see Wembury primary school, turn left where you see a brown sign for café Parking: The car park is free for National Trust members. There is a charge for non-members. The car park is manned from February half-term, and then weekends until Easter. Then manned until the end of September and during other busy weekends
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Steps to beach, relatively steep. There is blue badge parking.
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Before you go
- Check tide times before entering. Incoming tides can cut off escape routes.
- Watch for rip currents, especially near groynes and headlands
- Cold water shock is real. Enter slowly and control your breathing.
- Always swim with others or tell someone your plan
- A tow float makes you visible to boats and other water users
Conditions change fast. Always check the latest data, read recent community reports, and swim within your ability.
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Frequently asked questions
Is this beach safe for swimming?
Check the Conditions tab for current wave height, swell and wind. Review the Quality tab for the latest Environment Agency classification. Always read recent community reports for local knowledge.
When is the best time to swim here?
Check the Tides tab for today's high and low times. Many coastal spots are best around high tide when there's enough water depth, or during slack water when currents are weakest.
What should I bring?
A tow float for visibility, warm layers for after, and footwear for rocky entries. In colder months, consider a wetsuit, gloves, and a swim cap.