Devon, England, United Kingdom

Man Sands

Man Sands is a stunning beach located near Brixham, accessible via a somewhat steep and uneven track from the car park or coastal paths. The beach is known for its natural beauty, featuring interesting stones and rocks across a partly sandy beach. A unique characteristic of Man Sands is a bird lake that overflows across the beach to the sea, creating a clear water stream at times. The beach is also adjacent to a nature reserve where one can spot a variety of birds such as Canada geese, heron, blackback gull, tern, fulmar, mallard, moorhen, and curlew.

Despite its proximity to Brixham, about an hour's walk, Man Sands is surprisingly quiet and secluded, making it a great place to relax and meditate. However, visitors should note that there are no amenities on the beach, so it's important to bring any necessary supplies. The beach is also quite pebbly with lots of rocks, providing opportunities for rock pooling.

Discover places to stay near Man Sands and enjoy the serene beauty of its unique bird lake and nature reserve.

The walk down to the beach from the car park offers amazing views, though it can be steep and uneven in places.

What to do at Man Sands?

Amenities

Man Sands amenities include parking.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the natural beauty and tranquility of the beach, with its stunning views, interesting stones and rocks, and abundant birdlife, making it a favorite spot for meditation and long walks. The beach's seclusion and lack of amenities are also appreciated by visitors who enjoy its quiet atmosphere and the opportunity for rock pooling. However, some visitors complain about the steep and uneven track from the car park or coastal paths to the beach.

Where to Stay near Man Sands?

If you’re visiting Man Sands, consider staying in the nearby town of Brixham for its charming fishing port and easy access to the beach. Alternatively, the quaint village of Kingswear offers a picturesque setting and is just a short drive away, making it a convenient base for exploring the surrounding area, including Man Sands.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is Man Sands?

Latitude: 50.3708111 / Longitude: -3.5164816

Man Sands is located in Devon. The following map of Man Sands shows the exact location.

Man Sands: Weather Today

📅 Saturday, January 24, 2026
Today is unfortunately not a good beach day at Man Sands. Expect continuous rain. The maximum air temperature will be 10.2 °C. The wind will be strong, with even stronger gusts. The sea temperature is a chilly 10.0 °C, and the waves will be very high. The sun will be hiding behind thick cloud cover, so the UV index is low.
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Air

Low / High8.5°C/10.2°C
Feels Like (High)6.1°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature10.0 °C
Wave Height5.2 m
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Rain

Rain Chance95%
Rainfall13.4 mm
Rain Duration15 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset07:59/16:53
Sunshine Hours1.6 hrs
UV Index0.45
Cloud Cover97%
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Wind

Speed58 km/h
Gusts98.6 km/h
DirectionS

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