Bantham Beach, at low tide its large expanse of clear sands make it ever-popular. The enclosed area of land known as the "Ham" between the beach and the river offers a beautiful but gentle walk.
The beach is very popular with families and is also one of Devon's finest surfing beaches. During the summer months the beach is patrolled by lifeguards.
Inland from Bnatham are the villages of Buckland and Churchstow.