Baggy Point
Baggy Point is an impressive headland at Croyde, Devon, offering dramatic cliffs, crashing waves, and stunning coastal views. It's a must-do destination for anyone visiting North Devon, providing opportunities for walking, surfing, climbing, and coasteering.

πŸ“œ Impressive headland at Croyde, Devon, managed by the National Trust.
🌊 Offers dramatic cliffs, crashing waves, and stunning coastal views.

Why Go

πŸšΆβ€β™€οΈ Explore scenic walking trails for all levels, including a 10-mile circular walk to Woolacombe.
πŸ„β€β™€οΈ Enjoy surfing, climbing, and coasteering opportunities.
β˜• Relax at the Sandleigh tea-room, set in an allotment garden.
🐾 Dog-friendly location with water bowls and bins, dogs welcome in tea-room garden.

Why Avoid

⚠️ Some uneven surfaces and routes; check the online Accessibility Guide for details.
πŸš— Single track approach road not recommended for vehicles over 6 metres.

Hours

πŸŒ„ Countryside: Dawn - Dusk
πŸ…ΏοΈ Car park: 08:00 - 21:30
β˜• Sandleigh tea-room: 10:00 - 16:00
πŸ—“οΈ Opening times may vary seasonally; specific dates for August 2025 are provided online.

Getting There

πŸš— By road: Take the A361 to Braunton, then the Saunton Road B3231 to Croyde, following brown signs.
πŸšΆβ€β™€οΈ On foot: Walk through Croyde village on Moor Lane and follow brown signs.
πŸš† Nearest train station: Barnstaple.
🚌 Regular bus service runs from Barnstaple to Croyde.

Parking

πŸ…ΏοΈ Car park available with one electric vehicle charging point.
πŸ“± Users need to download the Project EV Pro App; limited signal at Baggy Point, so download prior to visit.

Toilets

🚻 Accessible toilet available.

Accessibility

β™Ώ Blue Badge parking, accessible toilet, designated parking, induction loop, level access/terrain, and seating.
πŸšΆβ€β™€οΈ Easy access path suitable for wheelchair users provides views of the coastline.
ℹ️ A full Accessibility Guide is available online.

Activities

πŸ„β€β™€οΈ Croyde beach: Known for surfing and watersports.
πŸšΆβ€β™€οΈ Baggy Point to Woolacombe circular walk (10 miles/16 km): Features wildflowers, birds, and geological formations (SSSI).
πŸšΆβ€β™€οΈ Baggy Point short circular walk (2 miles/3.2 km): Offers views, wildflowers, and birdwatching.
πŸšΆβ€β™€οΈ Baggy Point circular walk via Bloodhills Cliff (4.5 miles/7.2 km): Includes many points of interest.

Events

πŸ‚ Baggy Point autumn trail (Oct 25 - Nov 2, 2025)
πŸ¦‡ Build a bat box workshop (Oct 28, 2025)

Managed By

🌳 National Trust

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