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Baggy Point
The impressive headland at Croyde with crashing waves and dramatic cliffs
Moor Lane, Croyde, Devon, EX33 1PA
Opening times for 22 November 2024
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One electric vehicle charging point available in the visitor car park. Users will need to download the Project EV Pro App. Please note we have limited signal at Baggy Point so we recommend you download this prior to your visit.
Tea-room
Dogs allowed
Toilet
Electric vehicle charging point
Uneven surfaces and routes. Blue Badge parking. Accessible toilet. Easy access path suitable for wheelchair users enjoys views of the coastline.
Accessible toilet
Level access/terrain
Designated parking
Seating available
Induction loop
By road
A361 to Braunton, take Saunton Road B3231 to Croyde, then follow brown signs
Parking: Due to the single track approach road we don't recommend vehicles over 6 metres in length visiting.
On foot
on Moor Lane. Walk through Croyde village, and follow brown signs to Baggy Point car park
By train
Barnstaple
By bus
Regular service from Barnstaple to Croyde, then follow brown signs
Planning your visit
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Visiting Baggy Point with your dog
Baggy Point is a three-pawprint rated location, you will find plenty of water bowls and bins on your walk and dogs are welcome in the tea-room garden and allotment.
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Accessibility in North Devon
Find out about access at our places in North Devon, where you can hire Trampers and where there are accessible paths and activities.
Highlights
Beach
Croyde, one of the best surfing beaches in North Devon has coastal views, South West Coast Path walks and watersports activities.
Baggy Point
The easy access path on the rugged headland enjoys far reaching views towards Lundy Island.
Eating
Sandleigh tea-room is set in an allotment garden and has outdoor and indoor seating.
Walled allotment garden
Protected from the sea, the walled allotment garden is rented out to the community to grow flowers, fruit and vegetables.
Things to see and do
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Things to do at Baggy Point
Get closer to nature and explore what Baggy Point has to offer along North Devon’s rugged landscape.
What's on at Baggy Point
Find out about all our upcoming events here
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Visiting Baggy Point with your dog
Baggy Point is a three-pawprint rated location, you will find plenty of water bowls and bins on your walk and dogs are welcome in the tea-room garden and allotment.
What's on across North Devon
Find out about events taking place at properties across North Devon.
Outdoor activities
Activity
Surfing and walking at Baggy Point
From short family walks to something more challenging for the surfer in the family. Grab a board or your walking boots at Baggy Point and enjoy the crisp, fresh air in a rugged landscape.
Croyde Bay and Baggy Point tide times
To help plan your visit, take a look at the tide times for Croyde Bay here.
Top trails
Trail
Baggy Point to Woolacombe circular walk
Follow this circular route around Baggy Point and Woolacombe Warren in Devon with coastal, sea and farmland views, known for its wild flowers and birds and as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) for its geological features.
Trail
Baggy Point short circular walk
Enjoy the views, look out for wildflowers and make some time for birdwatching on this short circular walk at Baggy Point.
Trail
Baggy Point circular walk via Bloodhills Cliff
A longer, circular walk along both sides of Baggy Point then over the top of the headland, with many points of interest and views across the sea and farmland.
Eating
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Eating at Baggy Point
If you’re feeling peckish, why not treat yourself to a bite to eat and a hot or cold drink from Sandleigh Tea-Room in Croyde? With seating inside and out, it’s just the place to recharge your batteries.
Places to stay
Gordon's Cabin
In the tiny village of Morthoe, this cosy cottage has Woolacombe bay just round the corner.
The Slipway
With jaw-dropping sea views from nearly every window, this contemporary-style first-floor apartment is yards from a beautiful sandy beach.
Upcoming events
Sorry, there are no upcoming events at this place
About Baggy Point
Baggy Point overlooks Croyde, one of the best surfing beaches in North Devon. It has stunning coastal views, great walks along the South West Coast Path and opportunities to climb, surf and coasteer. It's a must-do destination for anyone visiting North Devon.
Baggy's easy access path gives people of all ages and abilities the chance to get out on a rugged headland to enjoy the far reaching views. Close to the beach and slipway, but easy to escape the bustle.
History
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History of Baggy Point
Discover how the generosity of the Hyde family brought Baggy Point to the care of the National Trust.
Support us
Volunteer with us
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