South Hams beach BBQ rules
Five local beach guides with published council or beach-owner guidance supporting carefully managed BBQs.
Check before you light
Council-owned sections and private beaches have different rules. Use the exact beach guidance below rather than assuming permission applies elsewhere along the coast.
5 sourced beach guides
BBQ guidance for South Hams
Yes, but only on the council-owned section of Beesands. Use a reusable BBQ away from busy areas, fully extinguish it and check current signs and fire guidance before lighting it.
BBQ guidance for South Hams
Yes, after 5pm during the summer months, provided the BBQ is away from other visitors and grassy areas. Use a reusable BBQ, fully extinguish it, take it home and check the beach's current signs before lighting it.
BBQ guidance for South Hams
Yes, BBQs are permitted on council-owned North Sands. Avoid busy periods and nearby homes, use a reusable BBQ, fully extinguish it, take it home and check current signs and fire guidance before lighting it.
BBQ guidance for South Hams
Yes, BBQs are permitted on council-owned Slapton Sands. Use a reusable BBQ away from vegetation and other visitors, fully extinguish it, take it home and check current signs and fire guidance before lighting it.
BBQ guidance for South Hams
Yes, BBQs are permitted on council-owned South Sands. Choose a quieter time away from nearby buildings and visitors, use a reusable BBQ, fully extinguish it, take it home and check current signs and fire guidance before lighting it.