South West England / Devon

Dawlish Warren Beach

Beach Type
SandyShingle
Activities
Swimming And Bathing
Dog Friendly

Dogs are banned from 1st April - 30th September.

A remarkable spit of sand and dune system extending into the Exe Estuary, Dawlish Warren is both a nationally important nature reserve and a popular family beach destination. The main beach offers safe swimming, colorful beach huts, and traditional seaside amusements, while the warren itself provides a fascinating landscape of shifting sands and rare wildlife habitats. Birdwatchers flock here to spot migrant species, while families enjoy the unique experience of having both sea and estuary waters within walking distance, each offering different conditions for swimming and water sports.

Location

Address

Beach Rd, Dawlish, EX7 0NF

Parking

Nearby Towns

Dawlish

With it's iconic railway, range of beautiful parks and gardens and golden sandy beaches, Dawlish has become a popular tourist destination for families, couples, and solo travellers alike.

Exmouth

A coastal town nestled at the mouth of the River Exe offering scenic estuary walks, long sandy beaches, historic buildings and bags of traditional seaside charm.

Teignmouth

Situated on the banks of the River Teign and overlooking the picturesque Teign Estuary, with beautiful beaches, and lively atmosphere, Teignmouth is a popular destination.