Is Northam Burrows car park free?

Free parking! – Northam Burrows Country Park.

How much is parking at Northam Burrows?

A great beach with loads of parking very near to the beach. Parking is only £5 for the day. The man on the gate was very helpful and gave us directions and a map.

What time does Northam Burrows stop charging?

Northam Burrows Country Park is open to vehicles from 7am to 10pm every day (toll charges apply). Although the visitor centre is currently undergoing building works, there are temporary toilet facilities in Sandymere car park and both Le Petit Café and Hockings ice cream vans can often be found on site.

Can you swim at Northam Burrows?

At low tide the sea retreats to reveal the golden sand of Westward Ho! beach that stretches over 2 miles. The beach has been awarded the Blue Flag for excellent water quality and facilities. It is lifeguarded in the summer with typically calm waters suitable for swimmers and people learning to surf.

Are dogs allowed at Northam Burrows?

We were greeted by a very knowledgeable lady who told us about the Burrows and we set off to walk as far as the golf course across rough grassland, passing sheep on the way. Here dogs are allowed off the lead but must be put on a lead if asked to do so.

What time do they charge at Northam Burrows?

The gates will be open from 7am to 10pm, with vehicle tolls from 9.30am to 5pm. Visitors are encouraged to use a contactless form of payment where possible to limit the potential spread of coronavirus. Maintenance teams have improved access at the Westward Ho!

Are dogs allowed on Northam Burrows?

Can you walk dogs on Westward Ho beach?

Dogs are allowed on the beach all year round, with a few summer restrictions – check the beachfront signs. There are numerous amusement arcades, cafes, hotels, restaurants, and tearooms at prices to suit a range of budgets. Other activities on offer include go-karts, mini-golf, and bowling.

Can you swim at Instow?

Instow beach is not a bathing beach and the public are advised not to go swimming.

Is Clovelly dog friendly?

We certainly welcome dogs (on leads) in the village and we agree that our visitors should wear sensible shoes on the cobbles ~ as the walk down to the harbour is quite steep.

What is Northam Burrows Country Park?

Lying within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty the Burrows forms an integral part of North Devon’s UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Northam Burrows Country Park is a Site of Special Scientific Interest. It is about 253 hectares of grassy coastal plain with salt marsh, sand dunes and generally unimproved grasslands.

How do I get a season ticket for Northam Burrows?

Explore Northam Burrows with a season ticket! Now available to purchase online or by phone! Toll charges at Northam Burrows are set to commence on 2 nd April but getting a season ticket is now easier than ever with different options to suit your needs!

Where are the sand dunes in Northam Burrows?

The sand dunes are found on the north western side of the Burrows where they separate the Atlantic ocean and the coastal grassland. Horses and sheep graze on coastal grassland which makes up about half of Northam Burrows Country Park. The seashore is a boundary between the land and the sea and due to this transition creates a very diverse habitat.

Is there a toll on the Burrows common?

In the summer months and holiday season, there is a toll charge for the passage of vehicles onto the common. The Burrows is home to the golf course of the Royal North Devon Golf Club .