Choose from 7 places to stay in Bigbury-on-Sea
Bigbury-on-Sea feels made for family holidays, with a wide sandy beach, views to Burgh Island and the tidal causeway linking the two at low water. Staying in a family holiday cottage in Bigbury-on-Sea means you can walk down to the sand for paddling, bodyboarding and rockpooling, then watch the sea tractor ferry people across to Burgh Island when the tide comes in. The gently shelving water, lifeguarded areas in season and plenty of space on the beach make it easier to balance confident swimmers, cautious paddlers and sand-based play in the same day.
A typical day might start with a couple of hours on the beach, then a trip across to Burgh Island by foot or sea tractor to explore and call into The Pilchard Inn, before heading back for ice creams at the Venus Cafe and a slow walk home. On other days, you can follow the South West Coast Path west towards Challaborough and beyond to Ayrmer Cove, or simply stay close, letting children run off steam on the sand while you enjoy the views. It helps to have a cottage within walking distance, somewhere you can drop sandy shoes, hang up wetsuits and put together an easy supper once the day’s exploring is done.
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