Somerset Beaches

A guide to Somerset's best beaches with maps, photo's and directions.

A few of Somerset's beaches have treacherous mudflats which are only revealed at low tide, this is mainly because Somerset's coast faces the Bristol Channel, when the tide goes out here it goes out a long, long way! Most beaches with mud flats have warning signs but visitors should take care not to walk on the mud how ever tempting to reach the sea.

Beach goers should also beware that there is a strong tidal range in the region and should take care to avoid being cut off.

Berrow Beach

Dogs allowed but beware the mud flats

This beach is great for sports such as kite surfing and horse riding and offers some fantastic walks it is no good for swimming as there are dangerous mud flats...

Burnham-on-Sea Main Beach

The main beach at Burnham on Sea has all amenities including cafes and amusements, there are also donkey rides during the summer months and a large children's paddling pool. Further along the beach to the north is the unusual wooden lighthouse on legs...

Clevedon Beach and Pier

The beach at Clevedon is pebbly but has plenty of rock pools to amuse the kids. Along the sea front there are plenty of amenities, cafes and restaurants...

Kilve Beach

Fossil Collecting

Kilve beach sits at the bottom of the Quantocks and is a site of Special Scientific Interest. Not only does Kilve have fantastic rock formations but also a wide range of fossils especially ammonites...