Tunnels Beaches

Hand carved in the 1820's, the four tunnels provide a truly unique experience. Read extensive history information throughout the site - including hilarious guides to Victorian etiquette for boys, girls and for when boating with ladies! Learn how local entrepreneurs developed the tunnels and pools, and transformed Ilfracombe froma small fiushing village into a popular seaside tourist resort.

Tunnel Beaches

Ilfracombe's award winning beach & must see attraction! Hand carved tunnels leading to unique sheltered beaches and tidal Victorian bathing pool. Fun & fascinating for ages. Tunnels - Ilfracombe is an aging holiday resort which was at its best during the Victorian era, although now is begining to show a new life. The Tunnels are passages hewn through the cliffs to a privately owned bathing beach. The Victorians also built up walls between rocks to make two bathing pools - One for ladies and one for gentlemen. There is a small charge to use the Tunnels.

Tunnel Beaches

Beach Type: Sand/Shingle - Dogs: Dogs not allowed

www.tunnelsbeaches.co.uk

Contributed by: Jane Clarke