Peppercombe Beach is a secluded and beautiful beach known for its pebbly terrain. The beach offers great views and a relaxing atmosphere, making it an ideal location for activities such as evening picnics or barbecues.
The beach is accessible from the South West Coast Path through a woodland track, but visitors are advised to watch their footing due to the challenging and steep nature of the walk. The walk to the beach from the parking area is quite long and the parking is limited, with the nearest parking being on the A39 layby which can accommodate about five cars.
The beach is surrounded by a beautiful valley and is near to a very stoney area, making it a joy for those who love rocks. There are also walks along the coastal footpath, with Bucks Mills in one direction and Greencliff in the other. The beach is also known for its fantastic geology.
However, visitors are advised to check tide times before attempting to walk along the beach to or from Bucks Mills, as the walk is long and there is nowhere to escape the incoming tide.
Peppercombe Beach amenities include parking.
Visitor reviews highlight the beauty and tranquility of the beach, with its pebbly terrain and stunning views being particularly appreciated. The secluded nature of the beach and the opportunity for peaceful walks and picnics are also frequently mentioned. However, visitors complain about the challenging, steep walk to reach the beach and the limited parking facilities.
Many visitors choose to stay in the charming village of Bucks Mills, which is just a short drive away and offers a quaint, peaceful setting. Alternatively, the nearby town of Bideford provides more accommodation options and is a convenient base for exploring the North Devon coast, including Peppercombe Beach.
The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.
Latitude: 50.995055 / Longitude: -4.3089758
Peppercombe Beach is located in Devon. The following map of Peppercombe Beach shows the exact location.
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| Low / High | 8.1°C/19.3°C |
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| Feels Like (High) | 15.8°C |
| Sea Temperature | 11.2 °C |
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| Wave Height | 0.8 m |
| Rain Chance | 0% |
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| Rainfall | 0 mm |
| Rain Duration | 0 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 06:03/20:27 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 13.3 hrs |
| UV Index | 4.3 |
| Cloud Cover | 6% |
| Speed | 25.2 km/h |
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| Gusts | 41.8 km/h |
| Direction | SE |
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