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Last update: May 2025

Located in Ilfracombe, Devon, Tunnels Beaches is a scenic wedding venue ideal for couples who wish to wed on North Devon's stunning coast. This private beach is accessed via hand carved tunnels and offers a peaceful and picturesque setting for your nuptials, and your loved ones are bound to adore the eye-catching sea views. Breathtaking views, romance, and memorable moments are par for the course at this postcard-perfect getaway.

Facilities and Capacity

The Tunnels Beaches team delights in seeing couples exchange their vows in their tranquil garden. Overlooking the sea, this beautiful space is a wonderful place to experience your "I do" moment. Your nearest and dearest are free to marvel at the views of Lundy Island before witnessing you begin your married journey. Whether you want to host your ceremony outdoors, within the thatched gazebo, or in their state-of-the-art building, the staff have you covered. The indoor ceremony room has the same stunning views, so no worries about the weather. A selection of indoor function rooms and bars can set the scene for receptions and after-parties. The venue has a 1am late license, so you can celebrate into the early hours of the morning.

Services Offered

As your big day unfolds, your friends and family are able to explore the tunnels, coves, and beaches that surround Tunnels Beaches. The paved and gently sloping tunnels allow easy access for wedding-goers, while the property also features a lift and facilities for wheelchair users. In addition to its event spaces, the property is home to a four stunning & luxurious self-catering houses that boast 33 ensuite bedrooms.

Frequently asked questions

Venue type:

Coastal weddings
Unusual weddings
Historic
Landmark
Outdoor license
Unique weddings

Ceremony options:

Civil ceremony licence

Dining options:

Seated meal facilities
Alcohol licence
Buffet meal facilities
In-house catering

Evening entertainment:

Dance floor
Entertainment licence
Live band facilities
Evening reception facilities
DJ facilities

Overnight accommodation:

Overnight accommodation for wedding couple
Overnight accommodation for guests

Venue staff assistance:

Wedding coordinator

Other features:

Exclusive use
Accessible facilities
Car parking
Helipad
Confetti permitted
Pet-friendly
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Reviews for Tunnels Beaches

Michelle
Michelle Sent on 10/07/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding day 25/6/25

After being together for 30years we wanted an out of the ordinary wedding venue. Last year we decided to visit Tunnels beach and instantly fell in love and knew that it was here or no where.
Our day was truly magical and I wouldn’t have changed a thing . Laid back, chilled and no expectations other than what we had requested.
The fact that we could book an evening ceremony suited us better than ever. We love chasing sunsets and our night was blessed with a beautiful view and a sunset that didn’t fail to deliver just what we wished for.
The staff were so supportive and welcoming. From first arriving everything was explained clearly of how our ceremony would go and how the night would go there after. Marley and his team were excellent.
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Sophie Sent on 13/07/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Tunnels Beaches - wow wow wow!!

Where to even begin… just ‘wow wow wow’. From the moment we walked through the tunnel onto the most beautiful beachside venue, our breaths were taken away. After (quite literally) viewing all seaside wedding venues across Devon & Cornwall, we were losing hope that our dreams would be achievable. Yet Tunnels Beaches ticked off every single ‘wishlist item’ we had and somehow manages to do this in the most incredibly romantic, private and serene setting.

Firstly, the beauty of the venue is undeniable and is second only to the professionalism, kindness and enthusiasm of the team. We cannot keep track of how many emails we exchanged with Jamie, but he responded to every one with ease ensuring no ask felt ‘too much’ and keeping us well informed with the planning schedule. On the day, our wedding could not have ran smoother! A huge shoutout to Jacs, Marley and every single member of the hospitality team who allowed us to focus on enjoying our day, ensuring everything ran like a breeze and doing all of the above with a clear passion and love for ensuring couples have the most incredible celebrations.

Oh my goodness - the food!!! I cannot keep track of how many guests have complimented the food and drink Tunnels provides. Having an informal beach BBQ was key to us ensuring everyone was well fed, happy and ready to party. The options - from a wide variety of canapés to paella in the evening - are insane. We were a bit worried about not having had a taster session, but we needn’t at all - everything was so tasty, high quality and beautifully presented. Also, there was no chance any guest could have gone thirsty or hungry from huge portion sizes to Tunnels providing alternative options for anyone with dietary requirements! I don’t think the same can be said for every venue and this made everyone feel so included and catered for!!

Tunnels Beaches is the perfect party venue - providing ample opportunities for music and entertainment. We had a wedding stylist, acoustic guitarist/singer, DJ, saxophonist, live illustrator and Indie Rock band on our day and no set up was too much trouble for the team!! Our vendors have all complimented the venue for making their jobs so seamless and we are beyond grateful to the team for this as it allowed us to have the best celebrations with our loved ones!!

Providing nearby and accessible accommodation for our guests was extremely important to us. Tunnels absolutely nails this - from their incredibly modern, aesthetic and clean on site accommodation, to being in a central location with numerous affordable accommodation options on its doorstep. This allowed us to have a ‘night before’ get together at the accommodation, the perfect ice breaker for many of our guests and the perfect excuse for us to extend our celebrations over the weekend.

Jamie and team - thank you, thank you, thank you. We could not have had a more perfect day, topped off by your professionalism which allowed us to have a breezy, exciting and fun wedding planning journey. We will definitely be back to visit and we cannot wait to see that perfect sea view and sunset again!!
Jo Higton
Jo Higton Sent on 27/06/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Our stunning wedding on a private beach!

We were looking for a beach wedding venue in Devon or Cornwall and Tunnel Beaches stood out instantly. At first we thought we'd never be able to afford such a beautiful venue but with packages to suit all budgets we have had our dream wedding and more.

The venue itself is stunning! We had an evening wedding at 6pm and the sun glistened on the rocks throughout our ceremony. We even had a rainbow in the gazebo as we signed the register! Our guests were amazed at how private and picturesque everything was. There are so many spaces to get those breathtaking photos. From the tunnels themselves, the striking rocky beach, to the tidal pool with its wonderful reflections.

Marley and the team were fantastic. There whenever we needed them but discreetly in the background throughout. The food was delicious and very generous portions! Thanks to the friendly housekeeping staff, the accommodation is incredible too.

Our only wish is we could come back and do it all again!
D
Daniel Sent on 18/06/2025
5 out of 5 rating

What a venue!

Tunnels Beaches is simply a stunning venue, and unlike any other in the UK. We looked at having a wedding abroad, but when we saw Tunnels, we booked it without evening viewing it. The views, the beautiful on site accommodation, the tidal pool, the balcony, you couldn’t want for anything more! Our guests were so happy in The Woodlands and Runnymede and it made the build up to our day all the more exciting.

Jamie was incredibly responsive throughout the process, and on the day, the venue staff were nothing short of phenomenal. Jacs and Marley - were experts at making us feel like VIP guests and they made the day run like clock work. All of the food was fantastic, especially the paella in the evening, and the ice cream cart was a hit with all our guests. We couldn’t imagine getting married anywhere else, and would highly recommend Tunnels.

Thank you so much to the entire team for making our wedding day so special.
D
Dan Sent on 11/05/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible!

A Dream Wedding Venue – Beyond All Expectations

We recently had the immense pleasure of celebrating our wedding at Tunnels Beaches, and we truly couldn’t have imagined a more perfect venue. From start to finish, every aspect exceeded our expectations in the most wonderful ways.

The setting is simply breathtaking. Nestled along the North Devon coastline, the views over the sea are stunning in every direction. Whether you’re saying your vows against the dramatic backdrop of the waves or enjoying sunset drinks with your guests, the natural beauty of the location adds a magical touch to every moment.

The accommodation was another highlight — stylish, modern, and thoughtfully designed with socialising in mind. It created such a fun, relaxed atmosphere for us and our guests to spend quality time together before and after the big day.

We’re still getting compliments about the food! Every bite was absolutely delicious — fresh, beautifully presented, and bursting with flavour. Whether it was the canapés, the main meal, or the evening bites, everything was just perfect.

Most importantly, the staff were phenomenal. Warm, supportive, and incredibly dedicated, they made the whole experience feel seamless and stress-free. From planning to the last dance, we always felt in the best hands.

Tunnels Beaches is not just a venue — it’s an experience. If you’re looking for somewhere truly special to celebrate your wedding, this place will take your breath away.

If you want your guests leaving saying “that was the best wedding I have ever been too”, go and visit!
Philip
Philip Sent on 01/11/2024
4.6 out of 5 rating

Fantastic Autumn Wedding at the Tunnel Beaches

The venue is fantastic. The staff were incredibly attentive and polite, without being in the way or intrusive. The accommodation was perfect for our group as we could have the entire family under one roof. The first time you walk down the tunnel to the beaches, the view really impresses you, it's incredible. We were very lucky with the weather (having chosen to run the risk of an autumn wedding). The rough seas and moodier sky were the perfect backdrop for our photos.

The food was excellent. The PA system worked perfectly and really filled the space with the songs Jen had chosen for her aisle walk and while the rest of the family were mixing after the ceremony. At no point did we feel pressured or rushed. I would highly recommend the venue for anyone wanting to get married. The day was perfect and we consider ourselves very lucky to have been able to get married where we did.
Tom
Tom Sent on 31/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The perfect venue

The team at Tunnels have been nothing but incredible since the very start of our wedding journey. We always knew Tunnels was the place for us and fell in love with it before we’d even visited. What we didn’t know was how the team would make our special day even more perfect than we could have ever imagined. We are still overwhelmed with the kindness from all of you and the hard work you all showed to ensure we had the best day we could ever wish for. And that it was… absolutely perfect!

We stayed in The Courtyard and Bath House with our favourite people and it was so lovely being able to go for a tidal pool swim with our guests when we all arrived and then just us on the morning of our wedding day. It was so special. The sun shone for us and the wind only paid us a favour in blowing my veil around beautifully (big thank you to Jacs for anchoring my dress down as I walked through the very windy tunnel!). Marley was amazing at improvising with our schedule (one of many that I kept updating Jamie with across the final months!) making the evening still run seamlessly when it started to rain in the. But we didn’t care in the slightest because the sea as a backdrop is stunning no matter the weather!

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for making our dreams come true. It was a pure magical day from start to finish and we still can’t quite believe that it was ours.
Ella
Ella Sent on 19/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding of the year

Quite literally the best day of not just our lives but all our friends and family. The day was just perfect from the minute we arrived to the minute we left!

The 2 houses were spotless and anything we needed you guys were on hand to sort it!

On the day of the wedding ‘Jaques’ (not sure on spelling) was lovely and made us feel at ease making the day run like clockwork. Just everything about the houses & venue is utterly amazing and you guys are smashing it so thank you so much again for hosting the wedding of a lifetime!
B
Bronte Sent on 13/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The most magical day!

Tunnels really is the most magical venue. It was the first and only location we visited and it instantly took our breath away the moment we saw the view we would all be sharing on the day. With huge expectations, luckily for us it wasn't just the view that was spectacular. The organisation was seamless from start to finish and Jamie, Jaqs and the team couldn't have done more for us. Getting married the first weekend of September, the weather could have gone either way, but with back up plans of the same ocean view we had no worries. On the day, it was quite temperamental, however the team were able to ensure an outside wedding right up until 10 minutes before the ceremony.
As we moved inside for dinner, speeches and a whole lot of dancing with our 120 guests, we appreciated how intimate the venue feels, while not being on top of one another.
We went for the luxe food package and got rave reviews from our guests, who loved how fresh the food was and the social style bbq.
We can't thank tunnels enough for the most perfect day and for creating forever memories for us and all our friends and family. Thank you!
L
Libby Sent on 10/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The best venue

Everything about Tunnels Beaches was perfect, from first contact, to securing the date, the lead up & the day itself was a walk in the park and nothing ever felt too much for the team at Tunnels. The venue is unparalleled, it was simply perfect & every single guest was left speechless. The food was simply sensational & we also opted for the paella the evening before & we were so glad we did! Our day was everything we imagined & more. Thank you so much Jamie & the team
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Amber Sent on 11/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Best wedding day

Our wedding was absolutely fantastic and definitely made so by how fantastic Tunnels was. Not only does Tunnels give you the insane views and scenery, but they made the entire wedding planning process so easy and the day so seamless. The staff were absolutely incredible ensuring that every little detail was perfect.

We stayed in bath house and the courtyard and the night before the wedding was perfect being able to get our family and friends together.

The food was also incredible, the gourmet bbq was great and all of our guests are still raving about how amazing the nachos were.

This was the first and only venue we went to see as we was just so in love with it we couldn’t picture getting married anywhere else and it really lived up to all expectations.

To all the team at Tunnels Beaches thank you so much for giving us the perfect day!
H
Hannah Sent on 03/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

So so special

We knew we’d found somewhere special when we stumbled across tunnels but we didn’t quite realise how special it really was. Our whole wedding experience was quite simply flawless. Jamie and the team were so responsive in the lead up to the big day- allowing us to pop in and see the venue for a second visit after we booked, replying super speedily to the stream of questions we had and on the day- going above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. Could not recommend this venue enough - we’re just sad we don’t get to do it again!
Ailish
Ailish Sent on 12/12/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Our dream wedding

Tunnels Beaches - wow. We got married here in July 2024 and we were blown away, as were all of our guests. People are still talking about the wedding now. The staff at Tunnels completely made the day for us, with their willingness to go over and above to ensure everything ran perfectly on the day. Our guests were not only blown away by the picturesque views, but the exceptional food served and the overall relaxed atmosphere of the venue in general. We will be talking about our big day for a long long time.
Becky
Becky Sent on 20/05/2024
5 out of 5 rating

BEST Wedding Venue!

We got married at Tunnels Beaches on the 4th April 2024. From the moment we came across Tunnels Beaches online when looking for a wedding venue, we absolutely loved it. After going to view it, we knew it was definitely the one. The venue and its surroundings are absolutely beautiful. It really doesn't compare to any other venue.

During the planning process in the lead up to our wedding, Jamie and his team were fantastic. We had a lot of questions and a few last minute changes that did not seem to phase Jamie at all. He made the whole process so easy for us!

We booked The Courtyard and The Bath House to stay in and we couldn't be happier that we did. They are connected which was perfect for all our family and friends. We had a paella night the night before our wedding where the chef from the venue came to the houses to cook a delicious paella. Everyone loved it.

On the day of our wedding, everything ran so smoothly. We genuinely cannot fault the team at Tunnels Beaches and we are beyond grateful for how hard they all worked to make our wedding day so special. Typically, it started raining the moment I walked down the aisle, but the tunnels team were quickly on hand with umbrellas for our guests. Sean and I said to each other after the day that we didn't notice the staff at tunnels hand out umbrellas, take away the ceremony chairs, move the tables to set up the dance floor etc as everything was done so smoothly and completely without any stress or disruption to us. We couldn't have asked for the day to run any better! The staff also packed up any belongings we had left at the venue for us to collect the next day.

Thank you so much to the whole team of staff that work at Tunnels Beaches. We honestly cannot thank you enough for making our wedding day so perfect. We definitely hope to visit the venue again some time!

Sean & Becky Byrne xx
Jo Allen
Jo Allen Sent on 02/08/2024
5 out of 5 rating

We Love Tunnels!!

My husband & I got married at the beautiful Tunnels on the 7th July 2024. We don't live in Devon, didn't have any huge plans to get married in Devon, but after a quick Google search, I saw the website and immediately knew that was our Venue!! We booked our date without seeing Tunnels and in fact only visited it once but that was all we needed. It was PERFECT!
I think it speaks for itself and doesn't need 'bigging up' at all, but honestly everything about Tunnels is simply amazing, from the first steps up to the Tunnel showing the history, to the accommodation (we had The Courtyard & The Bath House between our 2 families), to coming out of the Tunnels to see THOSE VIEWS, the venue itself & the brilliant food and staff.
I cannot praise everyone & everything enough. Our guests loved it too and we are all still talking about it & hopefully will be for years to come.
Jamie & the team, you are amazing & we will be forever grateful we found Tunnels Beaches!
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