Beach Standards
- This beach is classified as a Natural beach under the English Riviera Beach Standard.
Check current water quality
- View bathing water quality information on the Torbay Harbour website, including four years of results and links to the Environment Agency for the latest updates.
Awards
Blue Flag , Good Beach Guide , Seaside AwardToilets and facilities
Toilets
- Preston North: Open all year, including disabled facilities.
- Preston Redcliffe: Seasonal (April to Oct)
Facilities
Café/restaurant, deckchair hire and beach hut sites.
This beach is being managed by us with help from Sara’s Beach Kiosk. If you encounter a problem with the beach operation please contact either Sara’s Beach Kiosk or our Beaches and Coastline Team.
Transport and parking
Parking
Close to beach with easy walking. The closest car park is Colin Road.
Dogs
Banned from beach 1 May to 30 September. There is a dog exercise area on the green.Disabled access
Access
Good - the area is quite flat and has excellent access for disabled people and wheel chairs. Disabled visitors spaces in the car park.Facilities
Disabled toilet facilities, open all year.
AddressMarine Drive, Paignton, TQ3 2NS
Contact Beaches
- Email: harbour.authority@torbay.gov.uk
- Tel: 01803 208443