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Ilfracombe Wildersmouth Beach is a sand and shingle beach resort, approximately 160 metres wide, situated in a sheltered cove surrounded by rocks. The beach is close to the town centre of Ilfracombe and is where the East and West Wilder Brooks meet and flow across the beach to the sea from a tunnel on the west side.
The beach lies in a sheltered cove with rocks and a rocky cliff on the western side, offering views over Ilfracombe when looking east. At high tide, the beach is almost completely submerged by water. The cove is backed by a stone sea-wall, and a promenade runs behind the cove, with the South-West Coast Path crossing the beach. The East Wilder and West Wilder streams pass into the sea via a tunnel at Wildersmouth beach.
In the past, the sheltered bay was a popular haunt for smugglers. Despite its proximity to the town, this beach gets less busy than many of the longer, sandier beaches in the area. It is particularly dog-friendly, and dogs can be seen nosing around the rocks and splashing in the water. There are also a fair number of dog-friendly cafes and pubs in nearby Ilfracombe.
The beach is suitable for swimming and sunbathing, especially during low tide when more beach area is exposed. The rocky areas around the beach provide opportunities for exploring rock pools, making it a fun spot for families and children. At high tide, the beach can be almost entirely submerged, which may limit beach activities during those times. It’s advisable to check tide times before planning your visit. Ilfracombe Tourist Information Office is just a short walk away, and the local museum behind that offers visitors some insight into the locality.
Ilfracombe Wildersmouth Beach is adjacent to the South West Coast Path.
Sand Shingle Rock
| Today |  |
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| Chance of rain | 98% |
| Max temperature | 15°C |
| feels like | 14°C |
| Wind 26mph |  |
| Max UV Index |  |
| Tonight |  |
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| Chance of rain | 65% |
| Min temperature | 12°C |
| feels like | 11°C |
| Wind 26mph | |
The tide at Ilfracombe Wildersmouth Beach is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 2:42 AM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 9:02 AM.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Food available
Shops
There is car parking by the beach.
Dogs are allowed but be a responsible owner pick up after your dog.
No lifeguard cover at this beach
Poor water quality - bathing not advised
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Ilfracombe Sea Safari (0.4 miles)
Active Escape (2.4 miles)
Borough Farm Sheepdog and Falconry Displays (3.3 miles)
Outdoor Shop & Kayak Centre (3.7 miles)
Surfside Kayak Hire and Sales (3.7 miles)
Walk - Morte Point Trail (4.1 miles)
Hunter Surf School (4.2 miles)
Woolacombe Surf Centre (4.5 miles)
Thomas Carr at The Olive Room (290 yards)
La Gendarmerie (260 yards)
Relish Bar & Bistro (210 yards)
Thomas Carr Seafood & Grill (460 yards)
All distances are approximate
less than a mile west as the seagull flies, less than a mile by road or less than a mile on foot using coastal paths.
just over a mile east as the seagull flies, just over a mile by road.
around 4 miles east as the seagull flies, around 5 miles by road.
around 4 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 7 miles by road or 5 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 5 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 7 miles by road or 6 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 5 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 7 miles by road.
around 6 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 10 miles by road.
around 8 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 12 miles by road or 9 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 9 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 12 miles by road.
around 10 miles east as the seagull flies, around 19 miles by road or 13 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 11 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 19 miles by road.
around 11 miles east as the seagull flies, around 21 miles by road or 15 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 13 miles east as the seagull flies, around 20 miles by road.
around 19 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 34 miles by road.
around 21 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 38 miles by road.
around 22 miles east as the seagull flies, around 33 miles by road.
around 23 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 39 miles by road.
around 23 miles north as the seagull flies, around 192 miles by road.
around 24 miles north as the seagull flies, around 189 miles by road.
around 25 miles north as the seagull flies, around 182 miles by road.
Location: Ilfracombe
Location type: Urban
OS Grid: SS518478
Coordinates: 51°12'39"N 4°7'19"W
Mapcode: GBR KN.3TVZ
What 3 Words: picnic.shorthand.pylon
Coordinates and location codes are for an approximate mid-point of the beach, and may not reflect the best access point or the most popular part of the beach.
County: Devon
Country: England
Local Authority: North Devon
Parish: Ilfracombe
Nearest postcode: EX34 9BZ
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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