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Blackpool Sands

A379, Dartmouth, England
Ranked #5 of 13 attractions in Dartmouth
4.0 of 5 stars 57 Reviews
Type: Beaches
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Wokingham, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

Neat tidy smart resturant and bar on the beach. Good food and great views. Perfect for Gran, toddler or those in between. More

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Northampton
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

Lovely beach and although it's shingle it's very soft beneath your feet and surrounding the beach is beautiful countryside. We went to the "Venus Cafe" which is situated on the beach, the food & service were top notch. They serve local food and a fabulous wine from the local vineyard (Sharphams) . For vegetarians there are two options and I... More

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Royal Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom
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28 reviews 28 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

This beach is a must for a visit summer or wintter, lovely walks and views More

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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012

Everything that's grill about British beaches is found here. Nice folk, yum food, water sports with great staff. Beautiful views backed by a stunning forest backdrop More

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Salisbury, United Kingdom
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012

intented to stop at the coffee shop as we were walking the coast path, great big signs staying no dog allowed at all. So we kept on walking More

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12 reviews 12 reviews
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2012

Stunning setting. A little bit of paradise in Devon. More

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Southport, United Kingdom
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10 reviews 10 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

A not too strenuous but wonderful walk along the coast with fantastic views. The beach is large, safe, clean and has plenty of facilities. Take a picnic and this is a full day out. Don't miss Sugary Cove just past Dartmouth Castle More

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Callington, England, United Kingdom
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2012

one of the best and cleanest beaches in South West and in UK generally. More

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Tonbridge
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2012

Parking, loos, shop and cafe there, but a big enough beach to have plenty of space. Very picturesque. More

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Midlands
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2012

One of our favourite trips. Kids enjoyed exploring the rocks and pebbles and the view was amazing. Looking forward to visiting again. Extremely clean and well preserved. More

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