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Mothecombe Beach

Beach

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Activities

Best Time To Visit

Coastal, Woodland, Cliffs

Walking, Swimming, Photography, Picnicking

Late spring to autumn

Photo: Colin Park via Geograph.org.uk

Mothecombe Beach is a secluded sandy beach on the eastern side of the Erme estuary in the South Hams of Devon, part of the private Flete Estate near Holbeton. A path of about half a mile leads down through woodland from a grass car park to the shore, where at low tide the sand widens and joins the n...

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5 day, 2 overnight

Venus Cafe

Sunridge Geodome, Little Sheepham Shepherd Hut, Northlands Country Cottage

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FAQ's/Things to Know

Where is Mothecombe Beach?
Devon welcomes you to this beautiful stretch of the coastline. Coastal explorers find this patch of sand right along the mouth of the Erme Estuary.

What type of place is Mothecombe Beach?
Mothecombe Beach is a sandy beach on the South Devon coast.

When is the best time to visit Mothecombe Beach?
Late spring to autumn provides the most reliable weather for a proper day out on the sand. Aiming for the low tide period ensures you get the widest expanse of soft sand to explore.

What can you do at Mothecombe Beach?
Families routinely pack up picnics and spend hours paddling through the exceptionally safe, calm shallows. Scrambling over the exposed black shale reefs reveals thousands of miniature rockpools teeming with tiny shore crabs.

How long should I spend at Mothecombe Beach?
Allocating roughly half a day allows plenty of time to enjoy the water and take a slow stroll along the estuary path. Extending your trip makes sense if you want to walk further up towards the old stone house.

Where do I park at Mothecombe Beach?
A beach car park nearby provides seven spaces total, which include five day and two overnight spots. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I eat near Mothecombe Beach?
Venus Cafe offers one spot to grab some warm food and refreshments nearby. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I stay near Mothecombe Beach?
Sunridge Geodome, Little Sheepham Shepherd Hut, and Northlands Country Cottage provide three places to stay in the surrounding area. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

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Last Updated:

02 July 2026

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