Crackington Haven Beach - North Cornwall
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Set between imposing cliffs at the end of a narrow valley and backing right onto the village is Crackington Haven beach.
As the name suggests the beach offers shelter, but it's only comparative to the rest of the exposed coastline. In fact in the 19th century it was used as a harbour of sorts with boats simply parking on the beach.
The beach itself is fairly rocky and mostly covered in shingle. It is sheltered from the wind to some extent by the adjacent 400 ft high cliffs which go on to form some of the highest in Cornwall.
directions: Turn off the A39 just south of Bude and Widemouth. Crackington Haven is 3 miles from the main road, down some very steep and windy lanes.
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parking: Car Park at the beach (Pay and Display)
lifeguard service: Summer service
Dogs: No dogs (Easter to October)
facilities: Two cafes, shop, pub, toilets and surf hire
Nearest town: Bude