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About this spot
Saunton Sands is one of North Devon's finest stretches of beach — three miles of Atlantic-facing sand that catches the prevailing south-westerlies well. The beach works across all tide states, though mid-to-low is generally considered best for kitesurfing, giving more room to work with as the sand opens up.
The Atlantic swell means this is a proper wave spot when conditions align — not one for nervous intermediates looking for flat water, but excellent for those comfortable in powered-up conditions.
Restrictions
Local notes
Parking
The main car park sits directly above the beach and is camera-controlled — pay by contactless card on arrival. The first 20 minutes are free; charges apply beyond that. Season tickets (£230 for 12 months, two vehicles per pass) are available from the Beach Shop on site. Check current rates on the Saunton Beach car park page.
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