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This is a great beach for all ages: paddling for the young and a variety of watersports for the older and braver! Oddicombe Beach is accessible via a steep road, or you could take the fabulous Babbacombe Cliff Railway.

Oddicombe has beach huts to rent, a well-stocked beach shop and a café.

An English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark Key Site with evidence of limestone having been dramatically twisted and turned by geological forces. The cliff top at Oddicombe has regressed by about 30-40m over time, with some dramatic landslides taking place, affecting the coastal landscape below.

What type of beach is Oddicombe Beach in Torquay?

Oddicombe Beach in Torquay a sandy, rocky beach surrounded by high cliffs.

Are dogs allowed on Oddicombe Beach?

Dogs are banned on Oddicombe Beach from 1st May to 30th September. There is a dog exercise area on the nearby Babbacombe Beach.

Are there toilets on Oddicombe Beach? 

Yes, there are toilets on Oddicombe Beach, including disabled toilets.

Is Oddicombe Beach in Torquay easy to access?

Access to Oddicombe Beach is via a steep road or via the easier Babbacombe Cliff Railway, where a slope leads to a level promenade above the beach. Access via the steps on to the beach.

Is there a cafe on Oddicombe Beach in Torquay?

Yes there is a cafe on Oddicombe Beach.

Is there parking at Oddicombe Beach in Torquay?

Parking is some distance away. The closest car parks are Princes Street and St Marychurch.