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Brean Beach

Burnham-on-Sea, Somerset · TA8 2RS

Experience Brean Beach: extensive sands, stunning sunsets, and family-friendly attractions, ideal for outdoor activities and relaxation.

Rippled sands at Brean with a line of wooden posts leading toward Brean Down
Photo: “Brean Beach - panoramio” by Mark A Coleman, CC BY 3.0

About Brean Beach

Brean Sands Beach is a vast expanse of sandy shoreline, attracting families, walkers, and nature lovers. It's renowned for its impressive length, stretching over six miles and offering ample space for relaxation and activities. The beach is adjacent to Brean Down, a prominent headland with historical and natural significance, providing opportunities for scenic walks and exploration. It is a popular spot for bird watching and at low tide, the beach reveals extensive mudflats, adding to its unique appeal.

Visiting Brean Beach

Getting there
From Bristol, take the A370 west towards Weston-super-Mare. Continue on the A370, following signs for Weston-super-Mare and then for Brean. Once in Brean, follow signs directing towards the beach, Brean Down, or local holiday parks which are situated close to the beachfront.
Parking
There is ample parking available along the beach access points, with several large car parks close to the beach. During the peak summer months, it's recommended to arrive early to find a good parking spot.
Toilets
Public toilets are available near the beach entrances and within the adjacent holiday parks.
Safety
Check the tide times before you go and head out on a falling tide, so you're never cut off. Keep away from the bottom of cliffs, wear sturdy shoes on rocks, and only take sea glass and other man-made rubbish: pebbles, sand and shells should stay on the beach.
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      Last updated 16 March 2024

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