Blue Flag is a prestigious, international award scheme which acts as a guarantee to tourists that a beach or marina they are visiting is one of the best in the world.
It is awarded to coastal destinations which have achieved the highest quality in water, facilities, safety, environmental education and management. Over the years it has acted as an incentive to many beach managers to improve the quality of the coast and their hard work has led to a revival of the UK coastline and beaches around the world.
The number of beaches and marinas gaining Blue Flag status increases every year - with more than 3,300 now displaying the quality indicator.
Within the Heart of Devon the following beaches have won a Blue Flag Award:
The English coastline boasts a fantastic array of dramatic and varied beaches. There are so many on offer it is often difficult to choose which ones to visit and which ones best meets your needs. Whether you're looking for a traditional family hotspot, a romantic getaway, or somewhere to get back to nature there are many beaches displaying the Quality Coast Award that will guarantee you the perfect beach experience.
Discover the very best beaches in the Heart of Devon by choosing from the list below and make sure your next visit to the coast is a quality one by choosing a Quality Coast Award beach.