Duckpool Beach

Ideal for: Fewer Crowds | Exploring | Relaxing | Remoteness | Directions

Accessibility

  • Uneven walk from the car park to beach
  • Large car park
  • Toilet facility

Facilities

  • Toilet

Dog Friendly

  • Dogs are welcome all year

Car Parking

  • National Trust car park

Safety

  • NO RNLI Lifeguards
  • NO 4G reception
  • It’s a long walk to the nearest phone

Best time to surf

  • Just for expert surfers, an hour or two either side of high tide

Rugged beauty off the beaten track, with very few visitors

Duckpool Beach is a cherished retreat, treasured for its untamed charm and secluded atmosphere nestled at the base of the Coombe Valley.  Here, visitors are welcomed by the pristine beauty of a tranquil cove, offering a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Families will find endless delight in the expansive open space, where children can roam freely and discover the wonders of nature.  The beach’s large rockpools promise hours of exploration and excitement, providing a playground of discovery for young adventurers.  While the entrance may be lined with imposing pebbles, the reward of a vast expanse of sand revealed at low tide is well worth the journey.

For those with a spirit of adventure, we recommend ascending the cliff path in either direction, where panoramic vistas await, showcasing the breathtaking beauty of the surrounding coastline.  The Coombe Valley also offers a variety of scenic walks, each unveiling its own hidden treasures.

Directions:

6.5 miles | 16 minutes from the Bude TIC

  • Turn left at the mini-roundabout and drive through the town.  Continue straight ahead (do not filter left or right), through the golf course and continue up the hill.  At the crossroads, turn left past Wooda Holiday Park.  Turn left at the cross roads.  Over the bridge and turn left to the beach.  EX23 9JN