Burnham-on-Sea Beach
Parking available
Wheelchair accessible
A thriving, family-friendly seaside town in Somerset, known for its extensive sandy beaches, the world's second highest tidal range, and specific dog restrictions.

πŸ“œ Traditional sandy resort in Somerset with a wide Esplanade, featuring a pier and jetty.
🌊 Known for its extensive golden sands and the world's second highest tidal range.

Why Go

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦ Family-friendly with trained Beach Wardens and RNLI Lifeguards
πŸšΆβ€β™€οΈ Enjoy flat walks along the seafront promenade and beach
πŸ›οΈ Explore nearby shops, cafes, and pubs
πŸͺ Great for beach games, kite flying, and bird watching

Why Avoid

⚠️ Dangerous mud flats at low tide due to high tidal range; do not attempt to reach water
🚫 Jetty area not designated for bathing; strong currents make swimming unsafe except around high tide
πŸš— Cars not permitted on the beach itself

Tips

πŸ’‘ Check tide times before visiting for safe swimming and beach access.

Hours

πŸ•’ Beach Safety Wardens and Jetty Attendants on duty Easter to September.
πŸŠβ€β™€οΈ RNLI Lifeguards patrol daily July 5th to September 7th, 10am - 6pm.

πŸ…ΏοΈ Parking

πŸ…ΏοΈ Ample parking along Esplanade and in nearby car parks.

πŸ• Dog Walking

πŸ• Banned all year between Jetty and Pavilion.
🚫 Banned May-September between Jetty and Yacht club, and Pavilion and Maddocks Slade.
βœ… Allowed year-round north of Maddock’s Slade to Brean Down.

🚻 Toilets

🚻 Free public toilets available near car parks and Tourist Information Centre.

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