A beautiful UK beach that wouldn’t look out of place on a postcard has been named one of the UK’s best hidden gems as most tourists don’t make the detour to see it
A spectacular beach in the UK boasts fine golden sands, crystal-clear waters, and yet most tourists aren’t even aware that it exists.
The breathtaking Lannacombe Beach in Devon has been described by locals as ‘rugged, wild and unspoilt’, what with the rocky outcrops and rolling green valleys that make up the surroundings, while the beach itself has fine sands that wouldn’t look out of place on a postcard.
However, despite its undeniable beauty, the beach is rarely visited by tourists, because of its remote location. It sits about an hour’s drive away from popular spots like Torquay, and even when you reach the coast, you’ll need to take on a narrow lane to get to the beach itself.
It’s therefore no surprise then that Lannacombe Beach has been named the UK’s best hidden seaside gem. The shore spot topped a list created by the team at Simply Sea Views, who praised it for being “wonderfully under the radar”.
The insiders wrote of the picturesque spot: “Down a winding single-track lane, Lannacombe Beach goes wonderfully under the radar. With no shops, no crowds, and no distractions, it’s a quiet spot to unwind and reconnect with nature. With a combination of stunning green hills and beachy shoreline, it’s perfect for peaceful picnics, coastal walks to neighbouring coves like Start Point for jaw-dropping views, or stay in the nearby village East Prawle, visiting Pig’s Nose Inn for some live music.”
There aren’t any amenities at the beach but there is a small car park nearby, although this can fill up quickly. When describing the beach on their website, the Visit South Devon team have explained: “There’s a small car park just behind the beach with room for up to 15 cars, so you’ll need to get there early to bag a space, but if you leave it too late there is further parking just a short stroll away. You can bring dogs to Lannacombe beach at any time of year, making this an ideal spot for the whole family.”
However, before you pack up your towels and picnic basket, it’s worth taking note of the tides. The insiders added: “Before you get to Lannacombe beach, it’s a good idea would to pick up a tide timetable from the local Post Office or Tourist Information Centre. The tides here can cover the sands very quickly and you don’t want to get caught out. But if you fancy exploring the area then there are a number of attractions very close to Lannacombe, such as the ruins of the Lannacombe water mill, which can be seen on the low cliff edge by the beach.”
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