Fairy Cove is a pretty little beach to the South of Paignton Sands, just over the Harbour wall, which is popular with families.
Comprised of red sand and shingle with red sandstone cliffs at the back; at low tide the beach is separated from the sea by flat rocks with interesting rock pools to explore.
The beach is just behind Paignton Harbour Opens in a new window False and there is also pitch and put golf nearby.
Toilets and facilities
Toilets
None available. The nearest public toilets are at Paignton Harbour.
Facilities
None.Transport and parking
Parking
Parking is close by at Roundham.
Dogs
Allowed all year round.Disabled access
Access
Difficult - it can be accessed via a set of steps from the gardens on Roundham Head or a set of steps over the wall of the harbour near the Harbour Master’s Office.
AddressThe Harbour, Paignton, TQ4 6DT
Contact Beaches
- Email: harbour.authority@torbay.gov.uk
- Tel: 01803 208443