Blackpool Sands, Dartmouth

Not to be confused with Blackpool Sands, Blackpool.
For the battle which took place here in 1404, see Battle of Blackpool Sands.
Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands is a beach in Dartmouth, Devon, England named after the nearby village of Blackpool. It has been increasingly encroached on each year since 1933. In 1989 the sea broke the defences, severely damaging seaside properties and threatening the A379 road.

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Coordinates: 50°19′10″N 3°36′34″W / 50.31944°N 3.60944°W / 50.31944; -3.60944

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