Oddicombe Beach
Red sand bay in a classic English resort
Trees cling to the russet red cliffs encircling Oddicombe Beach, a clear water cove that draws families and water sports enthusiasts.
Facilities at the Blue Flag beach include a cafe, shop, beach huts and kayak and padalo hire. It’s one of Torbay’s most popular beaches.
You can walk here via a steep road but it’s more fun to hop on the enchanting 1920s Babbacombe Cliff Railway to arrive in style.
3 miles north east of central Torquay
2.5 miles north east of Torquay Harbour
Bus 22 from Torquay Harbour
Cliff Railway Adult Single £2.10; Child Single £1.70
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