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Petitor

Petitor Beach is situated on the north side of Torquay, about 2 miles from the town centre, near St Marychurch.

Mainly pebbles, with some sand and large rocks.

Classification:

Unofficial

Directions

Take the B3199 from Torquay town on the Babbacombe Road, which will take you to the St Marychurch area. When you have passed through St Marychurch turn RIGHT at the small island into Petitor Road and with Torquay Golf Club on your left, drive to the end of Petitor Road, where you can [normally] park. Leaving the car, walk to the end of Petitor Road (the sea end, not the St.Marychurch village end) and go through the metal swing gate and down the long grassy slope. At the end turn left and continue down to the beach - it's a stiff trek down. There is also a bus service from 'The Strand' (the harbour). You need the number 32 service and get off at St.Marychurch village.

Map

Ordnance Survey Map reference

SX 927 664

Parking

Please park courteously as this is a residential area and observe the parking restrictions, as you may be given a fixed penalty notice if not parked correctly.

Facilities

None

Warning

None known, but check the locally for tide details and any currents affecting the beach.