Hele Bay

Hele Bay - Devon
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Hele Bay is a sand and shingle cove situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, adjacent to the Hillsborough Nature Reserve. There are rock pools on both sides of the beach at low tide. Parking and all facilities are within easy walking distance. Access is via a slipway.

Type of beach

Sand & shingle

Lifeguard service

No

Dogs friendly beach?

Dogs allowed

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Activities

  • Kayaking/canoeing
  • Jet-skiing
  • Sailing
  • Swimming/bathing
  • Wind surfing

Facilities

  • Cafe/restaurant
  • Toilets
  • First aid point
  • Shop
  • Slipway

Nearest town

Ilfracombe

Postcode

EX34 9QZ

OS grid ref.

SS 5363 4787

Parking

There is no car park specifically for the beach. although around 80 Pay and Display spaces are available for general use.

Water quality

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Hele Bay Reviews

Brilliant for an evening walk

FreshAirSeeker
Jun 16th 2021

Almost no-one on the beach, what a calming way to end the day

Soo scenic

Nov 02nd 2022

Dramatic craggy beach with lovely views all around

Lovely spot

Apr 10th 2022

Always love coming to Hele to relax

Jun 15th 2021

Quaint and very picturesque