Wildersmouth Beach, Beach with sand and shingle in Ilfracombe, England.
Wildersmouth Beach features a mix of coarse grey sand and rocks, located directly in front of the Landmark Theatre in Ilfracombe, North Devon.
During the mid-nineteenth century, this section of coastline was specifically designated as a dedicated bathing area for female swimmers.
The beach serves as a gateway to the South West Coast Path, connecting visitors to notable walking routes toward Bull Point and Morte Point.
The beach becomes substantially submerged during high tide, making it essential for visitors to verify tide schedules before planning their activities.
Two waterways, the East Wilder and West Wilder streams, converge and flow into the sea through a tunnel system at this beach location.
Location: Ilfracombe
Operator: North Devon Council
GPS coordinates: 51.21049,-4.12140
Latest update: March 21, 2025 08:12
Devon combines historical sites and natural landscapes across a region in southwest England. The area extends from moorlands in Dartmoor National Park to cliffs along the Bristol Channel and English Channel coasts. Visitors find Norman castle ruins like Totnes Castle and Okehampton Castle, Georgian manor houses such as Saltram House, medieval villages, and monastery sites like Buckland Abbey. The landscape appears in forms of granite formations, waterfalls, remote beaches, and ancient woodlands. Places include Wistman's Wood with its gnarled oak trees, the rock formations at Valley of the Rocks near Lynton, the historic fishing village of Clovelly with its steep streets, and the sandy beaches at Bantham and Mothercombe. Speke's Mill Mouth Waterfall drops directly into the sea, while Blackchurch Rock stands as a coastal formation. Gardens like RHS Garden Rosemoor display botanical collections, and industrial sites such as the water-powered Finch Foundry or the Dartmouth Steam Railway document past working environments. Beer Quarry Caves offer views into historic underground stone quarrying.
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