Downderry Beach

Location and the Beach

Extract from "The World's Best Nude Beaches and Resorts", published in 2007 and provided by Nick Mayhew-Smith:

A series of three bays to the east of Downderry village, where the second and third ones are ideal for sunbathing naturally. The sand is fairly coarse but the coves are completely undeveloped and provide good shelter when the weather is breezy. Care is needed to avoid being cut off at high tide.

Directions

From the Tamar Bridge at Plymouth travel west on the A38 to the roundabout at Trerulefoot. Take the first exit following the A374 for 1.3 miles, before turning right on to the A382 (signposted Looe). After 2 miles, at Hessenford, turn left on to the B3247 and a further 3 miles on is Downderry. Parking is limited.

Access to the beach and Naturism

Walk east along the road out of the village and as it swings sharply left inland beside Downderry Lodge, turn off along the footpath to the beach. Walk along the sand (east) to the second bay, avoiding high tide to gain access. The nearest post code to the start of this footpath is PL11 3LH but there is no nearby parking along this stretch of road.

The very convenient naturist Carbeil Holiday Park, half a mile from the village, has a swimming pool and space for tents and caravans.

https://www.carbeil.co.uk

Last update: 03 May 20