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breakwater beach

Description:

Breakwater is a small shingle beach adjacent to picturesque Brixham harbour. It has easy disabled access with adequate parking at the back of the beach, close to the main facilities associated with a large town resort.  

There is a good level of amenities, including a beach shop and nice café/restaurant with superb views across the bay.

Aerial view of Breakwater Beach

Awards:
  • Blue Flag 2008 Blue Flag Award 2008
  • ENCAMS Seaside Award 2006

Type:
  • Shingle
  • Cliffs
Location & Access:

Access is from the main road to Berry Head, and also by an easy level walk around the harbour side from the town centre. There is a local bus service nearby, Bus no.17.  There are disabled ramps to the promenade and beach.

Disabled:

Easy

Dogs:

Banned during summer season

Safety:
  • Supervision
  • Life buoys
  • First aid
  • Lost child centre
  • Patrol boat
Facilities:
  • Cafe/restaurant
  • Beach Managers
  • Toilets open all year
  • Disabled visitors’ facilities
  • Disabled access to beach
  • Deckchair hire
  • Slipway
  • Pier
Wet Weather Facilities:
  • Amusement arcade on Brixham harbourside
Car Park:
  • Pay
  • Disabled visitors' spaces
Surrounding Area:
  • Town
  • Harbour
  • Shop
  • Historic

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