Anstey’s cove nestles between high cliffs and a thickly wooded hillside and is operated by the Torbay Coast & Countryside Trust. This is a perfect base for walks along the coastal paths, leading to Hopes Nose, affording impressive views across the bay.

Aerial view of Ansteys Cove

• Marine conservation Society Recommended Beach 2007

• Shingle/Rock
• Cliffs
• Restricted access via a steep path.

Anstey’s Cove is situated between Babbacombe and Torquay near to the Palace Hotel.  There is convenient parking in a car park at the top of the steep path that leads down to the beach.

Difficult with a steep slope and steps, although there is a hand rail.

Allowed

Lifebuoys

• Parking ¼ mile from beach
• Cafe/Refreshments
• Promenade
• Cafe
• No toilet facilities

• Pay
• Over 5 minutes walk
• Across a road
• Disabled visitors' spaces

Wildlife Reserve