What is the water and sand quality of the Oddicombe beach?

Oddicombe beach has a golden sand and pebble cover. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and pebbles, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes.

What are the key activities at Oddicombe beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Oddicombe beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.The Oddicombe beach is also suitable for the following water activities:<ul><li>Sup surfing (Sup touring)</li></ul>

Is the Oddicombe beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.Oddicombe beach is partially protected from waves.There are some boats in the bay.

Is the Oddicombe beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand mixed with pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Oddicombe beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.The following features add extra points:<ul><li>Mountains/hills in the vicinity</li></ul>

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Oddicombe beach?

The bar is located right on the Oddicombe beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Three Degrees West is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Oddicombe beach?

There are 1062 places to stay in the Oddicombe beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Oddicombe beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3114781&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Headland View</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=35912&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">The Downs, Babbacombe</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3132057&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Seabreeze</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8489044&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Oddicombe, Torquay</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=4657092&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Babbacombe Bay, Torquay</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8895755&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Apartment at Morningside Hotel</a></li></ul>

How far is the Oddicombe beach from parking?

The Oddicombe beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters.

Are there any attractions nearby Oddicombe beach?

There are 4 attractions near Oddicombe beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Babbacombe Cliff Railway located in 0.2 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Oddicombe beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Oddicombe beach is July. Its average value reaches 20°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 17°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 9°C and water 10°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

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Oddicombe beach

Torquay, United Kingdom

7.3

#271 out of 570 in England 5

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Black sand & pebble Sand & Pebbles bottom Beach activities rent Motor boat rent

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Located within the settlement

Torquay • 1.9 km

Map of beach

Playground Geoplay Park

6km

Playground Shaldon Play Park

6.4km

Playground Nelson Road Play Area

9.5km

Park Babbacombe Downs

270m

Park Tessier Gardens

540m

Park King George V Recreational park

1.2km

Park Barton Downs

1.5km

Park Watcombe Beach Woods

1.5km

National Park Brunel Woods

1.8km

Park Princess Gardens

2.5km

Park Lindisfarne Park

2.5km

Park Sladnor Park

2.5km

Bar Three Degrees West

8.8 - Excellent 70m

Cafe The conerustory

240m

Cafe Cliff Railway Cafe

8.8 - Excellent 260m

Restaurant Royal Hotel and Carvery

8.6 - Excellent 290m

Restaurant Babbacombe Bay Cafe

9.4 - Excellent 310m

Cafe Angels

9.2 - Excellent 340m

Restaurant Babbacombe Inn

9 - Excellent 380m

Restaurant Mirch Masala

7.8 - Very good 380m

Meal Takeaway Hanbury's Takeaway

8.8 - Excellent 400m

Supermarket Tesco Express

390m

Supermarket Sainsbury's Local

630m

Supermarket Lidl

1km

Convenience Store Premier

1.4km

Supermarket Tesco Esso Express

1.4km

Store Morrisons

1.7km

Supermarket Tesco Express

1.8km

Convenience Store Premier

1.8km

Grocery Store Zakopane Polish shop Market Torquay

1.9km

Tourist Attraction Babbacombe Cliff Railway

270m

Tourist Attraction Babbacombe Model Village

440m

Tourist Attraction St Mary's Church

9 - Excellent 780m

Tourist Attraction Long Quarry Point

9.4 - Excellent 1.2km

Tourist Attraction Kents Cavern Prehistoric Caves

1.8km

Tourist Attraction Torquay's Dinosaur World

2.4km

Tourist Attraction English Riviera Wheel

2.5km

Museum Torre Abbey

2.7km

Tourist Attraction Occombe Farm

5.7km

Bowling Alley Hollywood Bowl Torquay

8.4 - Very good 2.3km

Amusement Center Paignton Pier

5.8km

Performing Arts Theater Palace Theatre, Paignton, Torbay, Devon

9.4 - Excellent 6.5km

Performing Arts Theater Pavilions Teignmouth

8.8 - Excellent 7km

Amusement Park Splashdown Quaywest

7.1km

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About

Oddicombe beach is located on the English channel (part of North Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 7th place out of 19 beaches in the Torbay region The beach is located in an urban area, surrounded by the cliffs. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

Weather

history

+19 ^o C +12 ^o C

Air temperature

5.2 M/S

Wind

+17 ^o C

Water temperature

0.8 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Torquay • 1.9 km

Map of beach

Playground Geoplay Park

6km

Playground Shaldon Play Park

6.4km

Playground Nelson Road Play Area

9.5km

Park Babbacombe Downs

270m

Park Tessier Gardens

540m

Park King George V Recreational park

1.2km

Park Barton Downs

1.5km

Park Watcombe Beach Woods

1.5km

National Park Brunel Woods

1.8km

Park Princess Gardens

2.5km

Park Lindisfarne Park

2.5km

Park Sladnor Park

2.5km

Bar Three Degrees West

8.8 - Excellent 70m

Cafe The conerustory

240m

Cafe Cliff Railway Cafe

8.8 - Excellent 260m

Restaurant Royal Hotel and Carvery

8.6 - Excellent 290m

Restaurant Babbacombe Bay Cafe

9.4 - Excellent 310m

Cafe Angels

9.2 - Excellent 340m

Restaurant Babbacombe Inn

9 - Excellent 380m

Restaurant Mirch Masala

7.8 - Very good 380m

Meal Takeaway Hanbury's Takeaway

8.8 - Excellent 400m

Supermarket Tesco Express

390m

Supermarket Sainsbury's Local

630m

Supermarket Lidl

1km

Convenience Store Premier

1.4km

Supermarket Tesco Esso Express

1.4km

Store Morrisons

1.7km

Supermarket Tesco Express

1.8km

Convenience Store Premier

1.8km

Grocery Store Zakopane Polish shop Market Torquay

1.9km

Tourist Attraction Babbacombe Cliff Railway

270m

Tourist Attraction Babbacombe Model Village

440m

Tourist Attraction St Mary's Church

9 - Excellent 780m

Tourist Attraction Long Quarry Point

9.4 - Excellent 1.2km

Tourist Attraction Kents Cavern Prehistoric Caves

1.8km

Tourist Attraction Torquay's Dinosaur World

2.4km

Tourist Attraction English Riviera Wheel

2.5km

Museum Torre Abbey

2.7km

Tourist Attraction Occombe Farm

5.7km

Bowling Alley Hollywood Bowl Torquay

8.4 - Very good 2.3km

Amusement Center Paignton Pier

5.8km

Performing Arts Theater Palace Theatre, Paignton, Torbay, Devon

9.4 - Excellent 6.5km

Performing Arts Theater Pavilions Teignmouth

8.8 - Excellent 7km

Amusement Park Splashdown Quaywest

7.1km

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Located at nearest locality

Torquay • 1.6km from center

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Localities

Nearest

Torquay • 1.9km

Transport

Airport

EXT • 29km

Bus Station

Hampton Avenue • 490m

Train Station

Torre • 2.4km

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Clara Cronwell

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

The beach has a unique feature of black sand with pebbles. In addition to its natural beauty, there are also various dining options available including a good restaurant and other eateries.

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Sara Kimura

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

8 Very good

We had a beautiful stroll along the cliffs instead of taking the funicular railway, which added to the overall experience. Despite the steep cliffs, the lady at the ticket office was very friendly and helpful, and we appreciated having the option of transportation for my mother. The beach itself is stunning, especially the red sand and cliffs, but unfortunately, the cold and windy weather prevented us from fully enjoying our time there. Additionally, the beach is on the smaller side, so there aren't many places to sit. It's definitely worth visiting for an hour or so in warm weather. The staff taught my brother how to kayak, and he was soon paddling out into the distance with ease. One suggestion would be to provide lockers for storing belongings while participating in water activities.

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Max Rivers

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

The beach is undeniably beautiful, boasting deep red sand and charming pebbles. Additionally, there's a cafe and even a railway museum situated atop a cliff. However, over the past decade, rock falls have occurred, obstructing a portion of the beach, especially during high tide. It's worth noting that the beach is dog-friendly, and I had a delightful time with my son throwing stones into the sea.

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Carla Hutchings

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

8 Very good

After taking the cliff railway down to the beach, we were disappointed to find that all the shops were closed except for the toilets. We didn't realize that they closed at the end of October. Despite this, the beach with its black sand and pebbles was beautiful and our dogs had a great time. We eventually decided to take a walk to the neighboring Babbacombe Beach.

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Ava Darnell

Beach Practitioner • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

The beach was an amazing spot for my family and me to spend quality time together. Although the waves were a bit rough, we had a blast jumping around. The facilities were also great, and we appreciated the convenience of taking the train back up as the walk was steep. Additionally, we encountered some lovely individuals during our visit.