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Great Mattiscombe

Arguably one of the prettiest beaches in Devon, and otherwise known as Great Mattiscombe Sands, Mattiscombe Beach lies about a half mile (1 km.) south west of Start Point on the South Devon coast.

Southwest-facing the beach consists of pale yellow sand bordered mainly to the west by rocks as you near Limpet Cove. The amount of sand is large enough however to offer a great day out.

The topography of the cliffs shelters the beach, which offers fine views southwest over Lannacombe Bay to Prawle Point. The walk from the car park near Start Farm is particularly pleasing.

Points of interest nearby include Start Point lighthouse and Hallsands to the east and north. In the other direction, the South West Coast Path passes Lannacombe Beach, Woodcombe Sand and Horseley Cove before rounding Langerstone Point en route to Prawle Point.

Facilities

 Sandy beach

 Dogs permitted

 Interesting geology

 Parking

OS Explorer Map OL20: South Devon

OS Explorer Map OL20: South Devon

This map is part of the Ordnance Survey's Explorer series designed to replace the old Pathfinder map series. At 1:25,000 scale this detailed map shows a host of attractions including gardens which are open to the public, nature reserves and country parks as well as all official footpaths, bridleways, roads and lanes. Other facilities covered include: camping and caravan sites, picnic areas and viewpoints, selected places of interest, rights of way information for England and Wales, National Trail and Recreational Path routes, and selected tourist information. The series is aimed mainly at the experienced map user but can be used by tourists and locals alike.

Local area

Holiday Parks

Holiday Parks

Stay at a nearby Holiday Park and keep the kids amused all day! Parks in the vicinity include those at:

arrowSalcombe

arrowDartmouth

arrowModbury

arrowBrixham

Hotels

Hotels

Plenty of hotels are available locally. Consider those in the local towns:

     arrowSalcombe

 arrowDartmouth

       arrowKingsbridge

   arrowDittisham

Caravans

In the vicinity is a choice of camping and caravan sites offering high quality, affordable holiday accommodation. Consider camps in Kingsbridge, Brixham, Paignton and Newton Abbot.

Nearby Attractions

Attractions

There's plenty more to explore in this area, too! Find more attractions and things to do nearby:

Salcombe

  arrowOverbeck's Garden

Kingsbridge

    arrowCarriage Driving Experience

   arrowOwn a Pony morning for 4

Kingswear

  arrowColeton Fishacre Garden

Dartmouth

    arrowWoodlands Leisure Park

     arrowDartmouth Castle

 arrowFlavel Arts Centre

     arrowBritannia Royal Naval Museum

 arrowGreenway

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Local Accommodation

Cottages

Cottage Holidays

There is a great choice of cottages for rent in the local area. Take a look at the beautiful cottages in Stokenham, Salcombe, Kingsbridge and Strete.

Holiday Parks

Holiday Parks

Stay at a nearby Holiday Park and keep the kids amused all day! Parks in the vicinity include those at:

arrowSalcombe

arrowDartmouth

arrowModbury

arrowBrixham

Hotels

Hotels

Plenty of hotels are available locally. Consider those in the local towns:

 arrowSalcombe

 arrowDartmouth

 arrowKingsbridge

 arrowDittisham

Caravans

In the vicinity is a choice of camping and caravan sites offering high quality, affordable holiday accommodation. Consider camps in Kingsbridge, Brixham, Paignton and Newton Abbot.

Nearby Attractions

Attractions

There's plenty more to explore in this area, too! Find more attractions and things to do nearby:

Salcombe

 arrowOverbeck's Garden

Kingsbridge

 arrowCarriage Driving Experience

 arrowOwn a Pony morning for 4

Kingswear

 arrowColeton Fishacre Garden

Dartmouth

 arrowWoodlands Leisure Park

 arrowDartmouth Castle

 arrowFlavel Arts Centre

 arrowBritannia Royal Naval Museum

 arrowGreenway

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