Hartland Quay

Beach England, United Kingdom

What to expect

Hartland Quay is a hamlet located on the Atlantic coast of Devon, England. The quay is situated on a hill above a long shingle beach, which was used as a training ground by US Army forces in preparation for the D-Day landings in Normandy during World War II. A memorial column was erected to commemorate the over 800 soldiers who lost their lives at sea off Hartland Quay. The area is also home to Hartland Abbey, a Georgian manor house built on the foundations of a 12th-century Augustinian monastery. The nearby Hartland Quay Ley is a wetland nature reserve and a haven for birdwatchers. Visitors can enjoy walks along the coastal path, which offers spectacular views of the coastline and the opportunity to explore the surrounding countryside. The quay has also been used as a film location for several movies and TV shows. Families can enjoy the beach, rock pools, and sandy coves, as well as the Hartland Quay Hotel, which provides accommodation and a warm welcome

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This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the beach and saw the unique rock formations

Highlights: The kids loved the unique geology and the seals playing in the sea ✨