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Tunnels Beaches

Bath Pl, Ilfracombe EX34 8AN, England
Ranked #1 of 8 attractions in Ilfracombe
4.5 of 5 stars 85 Reviews
Type: Beaches, Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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UK
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

An amazing setting for a day trip, the view is out of this world and its a stunning place to watch the sun set.

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warlingham surrey
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

very nice for weddings and all staff were very helpful , lovely weather made it FAB!! Great place to visit ,

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW via mobile

As a local it's really nice to have some where to go with are children it has everything , amazing attention to detail great value for money and fantastic quality of food and service . Its also safe for the kids and so much for them to do with the fantastic indoor play area and the opportunity to go down... More

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Bristol
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

It was nice to see, tunnels carved out of the cliff faces, seperated beaches for the gents and ladies, good rock pooling there

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Devon
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43 reviews 43 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW
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The location is stunning,The Wedding venue is outstanding and a successfuly run business.Unfortunatly the normal punter visiting the beach is now no longer considered important it seems. The beach visitor has to pay £2.50 adult £1.95 child or £8.50 family ticket. Last year there were two types of season ticket, aimed at the locals mostly, one which gave certain discounts... More

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Tamworth, United Kingdom
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012

Well after a year or two of being engaged i walked through the tunnel beaches and stumbled upon a beautiful sight and the man mentioned to a lady near by yes this is where we hold the wedding.. Weddings i though Hmmm it was just the right size not too big perfect looking in the right place and you get... More

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London, United Kingdom
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

Wonderful rock pools and if you are into clambering over the rocks then this is for you. The artificial seawater pool will be great too in the warm weather but seeing mum trying to build her son sand castles with the shale-like grey 'sand' was just a bit sad.

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Dartford, United Kingdom
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

Beautiful setting, food and drink excellent. staff very helpful and plenty on hand to cater for all

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west midlands
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

Visited here during a recent trip having seen it on TV. Was it worth £2.50 admission ? - well I suppose so, this is pobably a minimum expected price these days, but don't get excited. It would have helped to have been told that the pools are oinly visible at low tide - it was in !. The history display... More

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Burntwood, England, United Kingdom
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3 reviews 3 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

Very calm & secluded beech , but needs some development & maintainance.

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