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Brean Beach

Brean, United Kingdom•4.5(4k)•Beaches, Nature Reserve

Explore a spectacular seven-mile stretch of sandy beach with grass dunes, offering scenic walks along the Somerset coast with a Beach Safety Warden Service.

Brean Beach is a magnificent seven-mile stretch of sandy coastline located in Burnham-on-Sea, Somerset, featuring grass and sand dunes in various places. The beach offers stunning views of the Bristol Channel and is an ideal destination for families seeking outdoor seaside adventures. Visitors can enjoy easy access to extensive walking routes, whether strolling along the shoreline or exploring the nearby Brean Down area managed by the National Trust. The venue features a Beach Safety Warden Service ensuring visitor safety and support. At the base of Brean Down, families will find a café for refreshments after their beach activities. The area is also perfect for those interested in historical exploration, with opportunities to visit a nearby fort or discover the natural landscape of this coastal region. Parking is conveniently available with hard standing spaces for around 60 cars in the National Trust car park at Brean Down's base, and additional sand parking accommodating approximately 500 vehicles at Brean Beach car park. The beach operates seasonally with extended summer hours (Easter to September, 10am-6pm, and October 10am-5pm) and reduced winter weekend access (November to Easter, 10am-3pm). This family-friendly destination welcomes visitors of all ages and is pushchair-friendly, making it accessible for families with young children.
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Opening Hours

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: Closed
Friday: Closed
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Venue Details

Venue Type

Outdoor

Typical visit duration

All day

Booking

Walk-in

Recommended ages

0 months (newborn)+

What this place offers

ToiletsToilets
Public transportPublic transport nearby
Accessible toilets
Free WiFi
Baby changingBaby changing facilities
Food available
On-site parking
🐕Dog-friendly
Parking nearby
Pushchair friendlyPushchair friendly

☕ Food & Drink

Café at Brean Down

Café located at the base of Brean Down accessible via a walk down from the beach

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4.5(4k reviews)
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2 months ago

Great sandy beach, parked in the furthest car park and payed in the cafe. Was very quiet just a handful of families around. Was very windy but with the warmth of the sun was not so bad. Arrived around 2pm and the sea was probably it's furthest out.... We attempted to walk up to the coastline but was not too keen on trudging through the sludge that remained.... Never seen it this bad before. I'm still rating this beach 5 as I imagine when the sea came back in then it would have been washed out and the upper sand be ok to walk on. The beach itself is very clean, sand lovely to walk on and a nice little amusement area towards the beginning part of the road leadingto where we parked. Dogs also allowed on some parts of the beach. We also saw somepeople riding horses on the beach which was cool.

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Megan Bradley

Megan Bradley

2 months ago

Pretty good beach! Mainly sandy with a small pebble area by the cliffs on the far right side. Road is narrow to it but not bad, parking is scarce to. However there are multiple caravan (standing) and camping travelling grounds right on the front of the beach. There is also a Woodland Trust shower an wash station with a men's, women's and disabled/unisex bathroom. They look nice but were absolutely trashed with sand, water and tissue everywhere (so be careful when using them, like in all public spaces). Overall not a bad beach! If your looking for a chippy for dinner, I went to Six Ways chippy, about 20 mins away, guy was lovely an food was incredible! (Photos were taken around 7pm ish when it got quieter and sea was moving out)

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Su

2 months ago

Lovely beach, ideal bathing spot. Very clean with toilets and cafe close by. Parking accessible and reasonably priced.

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Trips Tom

Trips Tom

5 months ago

Visited din the off season, parking at the NT was easy, the cafe had good hot drinks on such a wet weather day and enjoyed walking over the Brean down. The beach was wide and relatively flat, with lots of space.

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Josh Jones

Josh Jones

7 months ago

We stayed at Unity Beach holiday park, from there you are 5 minutes to the beach. You can turn left and walk all the way to Brean Down then up to the old WW II Fort with great views towards Wales, or turn right and walk along the sands into Burnham on Sea, both about a 12 mile round trip

Reviews last updated: 6 October 2026

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This venue was last updated on 6 October 2026

Frequently asked questions about Brean Beach

Is Brean Beach free to visit?

Entry to Brean Beach is completely free — there are no admission charges, making it a great no-cost option for a family day out.

What ages is Brean Beach suitable for?

Brean Beach is suitable for visitors of all ages, from babies through to adults.

Is Brean Beach dog-friendly?

Yes, dogs are welcome at Brean Beach.

Is there parking at Brean Beach?

Yes — Brean Beach has on-site parking, plus additional parking nearby.

Is there food at Brean Beach?

Yes — Café at Brean Down is on site at Brean Beach. Café located at the base of Brean Down accessible via a walk down from the beach

Is Brean Beach pushchair-friendly?

Yes, Brean Beach is pushchair, pram and buggy friendly — most areas are step-free so you can navigate easily with little ones in tow.

How long should we plan to spend at Brean Beach?

Brean Beach is a full-day experience — plan accordingly.

How do I get to Brean Beach by public transport?

Brean Beach isn't on a major public transport route — driving is recommended.

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