Croyde Bay is a beach in Devon, England.

Nestled between the beaches of Woolacombe and Saunton Sands, Croyde bay is one of North Devon’s most sought-after beaches. Although it may be a little tricky to locate and tucked away in a rural setting, it’s easy to see why the beach is so popular. With its picture-perfect vistas, soft sands, and superb surf, Croyde beach is a paradise for beachgoers. At the rear lies a thicket of sand dunes, and if you look further, you can spot the rolling hills of Devon’s countryside. The beach boasts fine, golden sands, with a firm and compact shoreline perfect for creating those ever-essential sandcastles. Surfers, meanwhile, will delight in Croyde’s powerful waves, which come courtesy of the two headlands that act as a windbreak. Welcoming holidaymakers of all ages, the beach is kept safe and secure by a seasonal lifeguard service and a variety of nearby facilities. Come to Croyde bay, and find out for yourselves why it has become so beloved amongst locals and visitors alike.

Are there lifeguards on Croyde Bay?

Croyde Bay is a lifeguarded beach.

Beach lifeguards in Devon are provided by the RNLI and details can be subject to change.

For the most up-to-date information on lifeguards at Croyde Bay including lifeguard patrol dates and times, please refer to the RNLI website.

Are dogs allowed on Croyde Bay?

So – is Croyde Bay, Devon dog friendly?

There are certain times of the year when dogs are allowed on Croyde Bay.

Dogs are not allowed on this beach from May 1st to September 30th.

Is there parking at Croyde Bay?

There is parking availabile at Croyde Bay.

There is a fee for using the car parking facilities, which include disabled parking spaces, at this location.

Croyde Bay Location

The nearest postcode location for Croyde Bay is: EX33 1FF
The OS Grid Reference for Croyde Bay is: SS 4355 3924
The nearest town to Croyde Bay is: Northam

Croyde Bay Map

Here is a map of the nearest postcode location: [pw_map address=”EX33 1FF” key=”AIzaSyA3rR60XBp9yDRlF54_kqsPLOAk3w7K51U”]

Croyde Bay – Additional Information

☑️ Great for Surfing
☑️ Toilets
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