BEST BEACHES

Branscombe

A stunning shingle bay with café, car park and toilets all close by. Good for rockpooling and family stone-skimming contests. nationaltrust.org.uk/branscombe

Exmouth

This two-mile stretch of sand is ideal for ball games. Dogs are allowed from October to the end of April. The eco-friendly lifeboat station at the eastern end is well worth a visit.