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Firestone Bay

Beach

Terrain:

Activities

Best Time To Visit

Coastal, Urban

Walking, Swimming

Year round

David Smith / CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons

Firestone Bay is a small pebble beach on the western side of Plymouth Sound, tucked below the Royal William Yard at Devil's Point. A stone archway through the sea wall leads down to it from the yard. Beside the bay is a man-made tidal swimming pool, filled and emptied by the sea, used by cold-water ...

10

Parking nearby

3

Food Spots nearby

2

Staycations nearby

Parking:

Food:

Staycations:

2 day, 8 overnight

Seco Lounge​, Grecian Taverna​, Leandra Restaurant

Tregantle Safari Cabin, Rame Safari Cabin Tent

FAQ's/Things to Know

Where is Firestone Bay?
Devon's coastline conceals this waterside haven right at the edge of a historic port. Walkers frequently stumble across the stony shore while exploring the regional coastal paths.

What type of place is Firestone Bay?
Firestone Bay is a shingle and rock beach on the south coast of Devon.

When is the best time to visit Firestone Bay?
Every season offers a great experience because the dynamic shipping lanes provide constant interest. High spring tides bring the ultimate swimming conditions when the clean water fills the adjacent tidal pool perfectly.

What can you do at Firestone Bay?
Active outdoor enthusiasts routinely enjoy wild swimming and paddleboarding in the deep Atlantic currents. People also love watching enormous naval vessels glide past or sitting on the shore with a family picnic.

How long should I spend at Firestone Bay?
Allocating roughly two hours provides plenty of time for a refreshing dip and a stroll along the historic concrete sea wall. Anyone wanting to explore the nearby yard structures can easily turn the visit into a full afternoon out.

Where do I park at Firestone Bay?
Spaces for ten vehicles exist close to the beach, providing two day and eight overnight spots. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I eat near Firestone Bay?
Seco Lounge, Grecian Taverna, and Leandra Restaurant offer three places to grab a meal in the immediate area. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I stay near Firestone Bay?
Tregantle Safari Cabin and Rame Safari Cabin Tent provide two options for an overnight stay nearby. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

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Last Updated:

02 July 2026

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