Things to see and do at South Milton Sands

Lots of rockpools to explore — Catch the tide on the way out and you can rock pool for hours

Follow the coast path to the pretty village of Hope Cove, beachcomb and make your own wild art or stay longer and enjoy some stargazing, there's something for everyone at South Milton Sands.

The beach at South Milton Sands

Spend a relaxing day on one of the most popular beaches in the South Hams. There’s plenty to keep the whole family entertained from building sand castles to sunbathing on the golden sands. Explore the rock pools teeming with marine life or take a cooling dip in the sea.

Watersports

The wide sheltered bay at South Milton Sands is perfect for a spot of paddle boarding or windsurfing. Jump into a canoe or kayak and see if you can navigate your way through Thurlestone Rock.

Children searching for creatures in the rockpools of South Milton Sands

Rockpooling

Check the tide times and discover an amazing, underwater world as the sea goes out. The pools here are teeming with life such as limpets, sea anemones, crabs and starfish, see what you can find hiding among the rocks.

Dive or a snorkle?

We've found all these great short clips of film on You Tube exploring the waters around South Milton Sands. Thanks to everyone who has posted them!

Watersports enthusiasts can try and windsurf through the arch of Thurlestone Rock

Watersports at South Milton Sands

The wide sheltered bay is perfect for a spot of paddle boarding or windsurfing. Or why not jump into a canoe or kayak and see if you can navigate Thurlestone Rock?

The Beachouse

This charming seafood café and takeaway is mere yards from the beach. Serving a range of snacks, light lunches and evening meals, the café specialises in fresh locally sourced sea food.

Feeling peckish?

The Beachhouse café (not NT) is open and will initially be serving a limited range of takeaway hot and cold drinks and some light snacks. We’ve introduced new safety measures including closure of our seating areas, screens at our till and collection points, and waymarked routes. We’ll also only be accepting card payment. In line with government guidelines you're required to wear a face covering: please bring one with you.