Woolacombe Beach is arguably one of the UK’s finest beaches. For surfers as well as general beach goers it offers a 3 mile stretch of sand between famous Croyde and Ilfracombe. The waves are great, the beach clean and the water clear. The long lined up sets are perfect for longboarders and the place is well setup for learners.
What does Woolacombe Beach look like?
Woolacombe Beach Surfing Forecast
Getting To Woolacombe Beach & Parking
Directions
Use postcode EX34 7DN
Parking
There is plenty of parking at Woolacombe with the closest car parks to the beach being ‘The Esplanade’ and ‘Sandy Burrows’. Prices vary depending on the time of year ranging from £4 to £10 per day.
Surf Lessons & Hire At Woolacombe
| School / Shop | Address | Website | Phone | Hire | 3hrs | 8hrs | Week (5 days) | Lessons | 1 Lesson (2hrs+/-) | 2 Lessons | 5 Lessons |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woolacombe Surf Centre | EX34 7BA | https://www.woolacombesurfcentre.com/ | 01271 871533 | Surfboard | Group | £35.00 | £68.00 | £150.00 | |||
| Wetsuit | £8.00 | Private | £105.00 |
Food & Accommodation Around Woolacombe Beach
Food
The Beachcomber Cafe is located right on the beach selling good food at a reasonable price. Everything you’d expect from a cafe with a great location to enjoy your coffee or cream tea.
Accommodation
Cottages – https://www.woolacombe-cottages.co.uk/
Camping – https://www.campsites.co.uk/search/campsites-in-devon/woolacombe
Hotels – https://www.hotels.uk.com/uk/devon/hotels-in-woolacombe
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