Widemouth Bay

Widemouth Bay is surrounded by intriguing rock formations, most notably the spectacular Blackrock. All of these somehow give the beach a rather ancient, mystical feel. It’s easy to imagine the area being battered and shaped by the sea over the centuries and you get a real sense of history when you stand on this coast. It’s no surprise then that Widemouth is one of the most exciting places for rock pooling, with a plethora of marine life to be spotted on its shores. The surf is suitable for beginners to intermediate, perfect for those not yet ready to face the biggest waves. There is ample parking and several campsites, plus other types of accommodation in the locality.

Blackrock joins up with the neighbouring beach Widemouth for most of the day, but at high tide it becomes cut off, looming up out of the water majestically. This is an excellent beach for photography enthusiasts because of the unique outcrops and the spectacular light. The sunsets round here are legendary, and apart from very early in the morning, Blackrock gets sunlight all day long.

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