Hollicombe Beach is a red sand beach located in Paignton, Devon, United Kingdom. While it may have limited parking and no facilities, it is an ideal location for sunbathing due to its tall cliffs that provide shade and privacy.
The beach features a slipway for easy access, making it accessible for people of all abilities. During low tide, visitors can explore rock pools, and the sand is perfect for building sandcastles.
Hollicombe Beach is situated between Paignton and Torquay on the coast. Above the beach, Hollicombe Park offers stunning views of the surrounding area.
Visitors can purchase beach accessories in nearby Preston, but there are no toilets at the beach itself. Instead, visitors can find restrooms at Preston Sands, which is a 10-minute walk away along the coast path.
Visitor reviews highlight that the beach has great views and is perfect for walks, collecting shells, and surfing. Visitors also appreciate that it is dog-friendly and has free parking. However, some visitors complain about the sewage discharge into the sea.
Visitors to Hollicombe often choose to stay in the nearby towns of Paignton or Torquay, which offer a range of accommodations from hotels to guesthouses. These towns are popular not only for their proximity to Hollicombe Beach but also for their own attractions, making them ideal bases for exploring the English Riviera.
The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.
| Low / High | 8.7°C/13.2°C |
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| Feels Like (High) | 11°C |
| Sea Temperature | 11.8 °C |
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| Wave Height | 1.8 m |
| Rain Chance | 0% |
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| Rainfall | 0 mm |
| Rain Duration | 0 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 06:01/20:22 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 12.9 hrs |
| UV Index | 4.4 |
| Cloud Cover | 9% |
| Speed | 22.7 km/h |
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| Gusts | 40 km/h |
| Direction | E |
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