Beaches in Somerset
18 designated bathing beaches in Somerset, ranked by the Environment Agency's official water-quality rating — 7 are rated Excellent. Choose a beach to see places to stay within walking distance, things to do nearby and how to get there by train.
Excellent
BreanWeston-super-Mare
Excellent
Col-Huw Beach (Llantwit Major)Minehead
Excellent
Porlock WeirMinehead
Excellent
Rest Bay PorthcawlMinehead
Excellent
Sandy Bay PorthcawlMinehead
Excellent
SoutherndownMinehead
Excellent
Trecco Bay PorthcawlMinehead
Good
Berrow North of Unity FarmWeston-super-Mare
Good
Clevedon BeachWeston-super-Mare
Sufficient
Minehead TerminusMinehead
Poor
Blue Anchor WestMinehead
Poor
Dunster BeachMinehead
Poor
Ogmore-By-SeaMinehead
Poor
River Frome at Farleigh HungerfordBath
Poor
River Tone at French Weir Park
Poor
Weston MainWeston-super-Mare
Poor
Weston-super-Mare Sand BayWeston-super-Mare
Poor
Weston-super-Mare Uphill SlipwayWeston-super-Mare
Dog-friendly stays in Somerset
For beach days with the dog — check each beach's seasonal dog rules with the local council before you go.
Travelodge
✓ Free on-site parking at the hotel
🏖️ 2.12 miles from River Tone at French Weir Park (Poor water quality)
Taunton