Immediately behind the Palm Court is an entrance to the famous tunnel beaches, travel through a tunnel cut by hand by Welsh miners in the last century. The Tunnel beaches are renowned for safe bathing and enjoy a natural sun-trap. North boasts some of the best beaches in the country, with the blue flag Woolacombe beach only a short drive away.

Ilfracombe and the North Devon Coast is renowned for the unique character and spectacular scenic beauty. The coastline offers dramatic headlands Pebble and sandy beaches accessible by numerous coastal paths, many of which are preserved by the National Trust.

Ilfracombe boasts the 2nd highest tidal rise and fall in the world reaching over 10 metres during September, October and November which can be quite a spectacular sight to see. It is recommended that you purchase an inexpensive local tide times booklet offering an explanation of tides and Tide Tables and times of sunrise and sunset.