Leas Foot
Leas Foot Sand is a picturesque southwest-facing beach situated about half a mile southwest of Thurlestone on the coast of South Devon.
The smaller of the two main beaches at Thurlestone, it lies next to the golf course, to the northwest of the main Thurlestone Sands. The beach consists of coarse sand is quite well sheltered by the headland of Warren Point.
Access is easy from the large car park nearby, toilets are sited opposite the car park. All other facilities are to be found in Thurlestone village. The beach is often less crowded than its neighbouring beaches. Rock pools uncovered at low water may interest the younger members of your group.
Dogs are permitted all year round.
Ramblers will enjoy walking the South West Coast Path south to Hope Cove, Bolt Tail and Head or northwest to Bigbury Bay and Wembury Bay.
Facilities
✔ Sandy beach
✔ Dogs permitted
✔ Cafe, shop or pub
✔ Parking
✔ Toilets
OS Explorer Map OL20: South Devon
This map is part of the Ordnance Survey's Explorer series designed to replace the old Pathfinder map series. At 1:25,000 scale this detailed map shows a host of attractions including gardens which are open to the public, nature reserves and country parks as well as all official footpaths, bridleways, roads and lanes. Other facilities covered include: camping and caravan sites, picnic areas and viewpoints, selected places of interest, rights of way information for England and Wales, National Trail and Recreational Path routes, and selected tourist information. The series is aimed mainly at the experienced map user but can be used by tourists and locals alike.
Local area
Holiday Parks
Stay at a nearby Holiday Park and keep the kids amused all day! Parks in the vicinity include those at:
Hotels
Plenty of hotels are available locally. Consider those in the local towns:
Salcombe
Kingsbridge
Buckfastleigh
Caravans
In the vicinity is a choice of camping and caravan sites offering high quality, affordable holiday accommodation. Consider camps in Kingsbridge, Brixham, Paignton and Newton Abbot.
