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Last update: August 2025

Located in Ilfracombe, Devon, Tunnels Beaches is a stunning wedding venue ideal for couples who wish to wed on the coast. This unique 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 with huge bifold doors, so no worries about the weather. The outdoor areas boast over 400m2 of undercover space. 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 34 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

Venue leisure facilities:

Hairdresser
Beautician

Other features:

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

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Emma Sent on 03/11/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Dream Wedding Venue

We would like to say a huge thank you to everyone at Tunnels Beaches who helped us have the most perfect wedding day we could ever have dreamed of! From the moment we saw Tunnels Beaches we knew this was the perfect venue for our wedding and it now holds the most incredible memories for us, our family and friends.

A special thank you to Jamie who was super responsive and attentive to everything we asked for. You made us feel so relaxed in the lead up to our big day and we are so grateful for all your support! We would also like to say a huge thank you to Marley and Naomi who created the most fantastic wedding day. We knew we were in super capable hands which made us feel so comfortable and allowed us to truly enjoy the day.

Tunnels Beaches is such a beautiful venue and certainly has the wow factor. Waiting to walk down the aisle whilst hearing the waves breaking on the shore was just magical. The detail and hard work that has been put into the venue really does show and we feel so lucky that we had the best day of our lives at this stunning venue.
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Annabelle Sent on 31/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Magical Wedding Experience

It’s hard to describe quite what an incredible time we had celebrating our wedding at this stunning venue. We loved the Tunnels from our first viewing, and were so happy when the perfect date became available for us!

The setting looking out onto the sea is just spectacular, and having access to a private beach was so special. The venue itself is beautiful and extremely well thought out. The addition of the roof terrace/chill out area that popped up between our initial viewing and wedding day was an additional bonus. We also loved the ease of being able to hire houses on site to stay in. We booked out Woodlands and Runnymede both of which were fab. Woodlands is huge and we hosted a pre-wedding night event there for around 80 people which it easily fitted.

Our wedding day itself was absolutely magical. The groom and lots of guests fitted in an early morning swim followed by some huge breakfast baps provided by the venue! Having the two houses again made things very easy as the girls got ready in Runnymede and the boys in Woodland. We were blessed with blue skies and were thrilled to have our ceremony outside on the veranda.

All the food and drinks following were exceptional- we went for the gourmet BBQ- and we got great feedback from all the guests. A special gluten free evening pasty was even provided for a coeliac friend which was definitely appreciated! We enjoyed that the party could continue till 1am and it was definitely made the most of. The garden games and fire pit were nice extras and good options for those needing a break from the dance floor!

The staff at The Tunnels were brilliant and clearly knew exactly what they were doing. Everything ran smoothly and we felt in very safe hands. All our queries and requests were dealt with promptly in the lead up, and on the day we could just relax and have the best time.

Massive thanks to everyone involved, you smashed it! Perfect start to our marriage.

Flowers provided by SweetWilliams Florist
Pictures by PixieJayne (Yeti Film second shooter)
Videography by Yeti Film
Makeup by Changing Faces
Cake by Mollie Makes
Wedding Dress The Pantry Bridal Wear
Groom suit by EDIT Suits
Music The Confidentials Band
Wedding Planning by Hummingbird Events
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Kat Sent on 26/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect day!

Beautiful venue, amazing staff, helpful and organised and so lovely! Everything on the day was perfect beyond words. Highly recommend!
Rochelle
Rochelle Sent on 18/10/2025
4.8 out of 5 rating

Unforgettable

We wanted to see a huge thank you to you and your team for the most amazing day for our wedding. From booking the date to the day after the wedding the whole process was slick and stress free. I felt like we had a wedding planner when we didn’t. You and your team have thought of it all and the FAQ section was all we needed! Your staff were all excellent, from the cleaners to the front of house, nothing was too much trouble. Allowing us to feel it was our special day despite weddings being there day in day out.

An extra thank you to Jacqs who went above and beyond and again from the moment we met her on the day she quickly put us at ease and went above and beyond to check things were how we wanted. She has a natural talent for communication and efficiency while also caring about your clients and it shows.
Rosie
Rosie Sent on 16/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Mr and Mrs Vullo 🍂

We stumbled upon Tunnels Beaches online and as soon as we saw the photos we booked in to have a viewing in person. The second we walked through the tunnel we knew we had to have our wedding here!

We booked a year in advance and the entire year we had extremely quick and clear responses to any questions we had. The question section on the website was also extremely helpful and detailed.

The pricing is amazing for what you receive, from the private venue to the outstanding food. Everyone complimented the food and loved how it was informal but still very high quality.

The staff were amazing on the day very happy to help and nothing was too big of an ask. They made the day stress free and we're always on hand to help.

We loved the woodlands accommodation it was perfect and allowed the family to spend more time together whilst also providing privacy when needed. The parking was easy to use and very close to the venue.

I would 100% recommend tunnels beaches for anyone and i wish I could get married all over again! (Still to Alex lol)
Maria
Maria Sent on 15/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The perfect day!

Our wedding at Tunnels Beaches honestly could not have been more perfect.

Jamie was really easy to communicate with in the planning process. Then Jax and Marley were brilliant on the day - so calm and organised and made everything feel easy. All our guests were just so impressed by the beautiful venue and great food. And we loved the fire pit for the evening - the word 'magical' was mentioned a lot! The venue is relaxed but executed with class and high quality service. The accomodation was also spot on and such a lovely space for our guests who had travelled from further afield.

We lucked out with the weather in October - that sunset was better than we could have ever dreamed of!!

You guys really have got something special here and I'm so so happy we got to experience it.
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Katie Sent on 14/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The greatest venue there is!

We booked The Tunnels three years ago and had been counting down the days ever since — and it truly did not disappoint. We had the most incredible wedding day, made even more special by being so wonderfully looked after by Jax and Marley, who were absolutely phenomenal from start to finish.

The venue itself is nothing short of spectacular. All of our guests were completely blown away by the breathtaking location and surroundings. We obviously couldn’t control the weather, but luck was on our side with the October sun shining and not a breath of wind — the tidal pool looked like glass! We honestly can’t wait to see our professional photos capturing it all.

A huge thank you also goes to our incredible suppliers who helped make the day unforgettable. We had a great time getting ready with Rachel from Isabelle Grace make up and Terri from Pinned to Perfection who made my bridesmaids and I feel amazing! Dan Costin wowed everyone with his stunning violin and saxophone performances. Natasha from Pumpkin Pie created the most beautiful floral displays and bouquets. Mark from Evolve Photography made us feel instantly at ease and captured every special moment so perfectly. Mollie Makes created the most stunning cake, and Paul, our DJ, was an absolute legend — playing every guest request and keeping the dance floor alive.

We truly had the best day from beginning to end and couldn’t imagine celebrating anywhere else. The Tunnels is, in our opinion, the greatest venue there is. Thank you to all the staff and to Jamie for making our dream day a reality.

With love and gratitude,
Katie & Jamie Rose
Idony
Idony Sent on 08/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Best wedding venue ever

I recently got married here and would recommend this venue to everyone. This place is an absolute dream, the staff were amazing, the owner was super responsive and helpful, the food was incredible, the accomdation is also perfect.
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Marc Sent on 28/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Unrivalled venue!

Omg - I accidentally stumbled across this venue in Covid times online, and I sent the pictures to my partner. Her words ‘that’s where I’m getting married’. Fast forward a few years and when I pop the question there was no other option, she was instantly on the website and looking at the elopement packages. And I’m so glad she did. Jamie and the team were helpful throughout, when we arrived at the venue they could not do enough. This place is more than just one of a kind views and scenery, but the team are flawless! My only issue with the entire day, the sun set too soon. But that’s what we get for booking an evening wedding. Thank you so much
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Rachel Sent on 22/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Breathtaking and unique venue for a truly memorable day

Words cannot describe how grateful we are to Jamie and his team for delivering the wedding of our dreams. The venue, the team, the quality of the food are all above anything you could wish and will make for a truly magical day. Jamie was extremely responsive in the run up to the wedding and took away any potential stress from planning a wedding. We were not local to the area, but tunnels provided a list of incredible suppliers who will equally ensure your day runs smoothly. The venue is truly breathtaking and pictures do not do the beauty of this venue justice - it’s a location guests will be talking about in years to come! On the day the staff organised everything for us and ensured the day ran smoothly, we didn’t have to think twice about what was happening on the day allowing us to really enjoy ourselves and live in the moment.
If you are thinking about this venue I would recommend a million times over ✨
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Sarah Sent on 21/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Spectacular!

Jamie and the team at Tunnels were exceptional in every single way. Our wedding day was just magical and even though it rained, it really didnt matter. The venue, accommodation, food and importantly the staff team were all incredible. Their attention to detail ensured we had the perfect day and we didnt want it to end! Highly highly recommend to anyone looking for an incredible wedding venue!
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Grace Sent on 15/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

September 2025

From start to finish we’ve had an amazing time working with tunnels.
Jamie’s has been always quick to respond and Jacs and Marley on the day were excellent. We were abit sticky with the rain but Jacs made sure we were set no matter where the ceremony would be and nothing was to much trouble. You brought our dream to a reality and it went so smoothly without a worry for us at all.
The food was outstanding and we are still thinking about it now ! Particular the halloumi skewers and chicken pasta salad are the highlights.
All of our guests have said it’s easily one of the best weddings they’ve been to and how outstanding the whole day was.
I would 100% follow any recommendations tunnels give for vendors and the DJ Spinner and Lucy Harvey Sax were incredible and had everyone on the dance floor all night.
We can’t thank tunnels enough for making the day so perfect for us and we’ll remember it for a lifetime!

It truly was the best day
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Amy Sent on 15/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

A Perfect Venue

I can't recommend Tunnels Beaches enough. It's a very beautiful, laid back, private venue, but the staff are so professional and know exactly what they are doing. They were super flexible with how we wanted our day to run- they also offered alot of advice which we appreciated, and they are super responsive (we were never left waiting for a response, not once!).
We thought the price that we got was really reasonable compared to other venues in the UK. We had many compliments from guests about how unique the venue was, the views, and the food & drink as well. Many guests said they really enjoyed the relaxed feel of the venue and that's exactly why we picked it- because we were super nervous to have a big wedding.
Honestly, the day went perfect, we didn't have to worry about anything & we wish we could re live the day over again!
An added bonus is the onsite accomodation; the houses are stunning, comfortable and extremely convenient.
Highly recommend!
Sabrina
Sabrina Sent on 14/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Our Devon wedding

Tom & I recently had our wedding at the tunnels beaches. We couldn’t have asked for a better venue, not only is the view breathtaking but the amenities inside the accommodation and event space are modern and beautiful. The staff really went above and beyond to ensure you had all the necessary information for the day, putting your mind at ease and creating a loving and fun environment.
We had so many comments from our friends and family stating how amazing the venue we selected was, as it felt unique and intimate whilst also being spacious and offering lots of cosy areas to take the day in. We truly had the best day of our lives and the tunnels beaches will forever be a special place in the world for us.
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Louvain Sent on 09/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The Best Wedding Venue!

The day was perfect from start to finish, we fell in love with the venue on our first visit and never looked back. Jamie and the team made the whole process so easy leading up to the wedding and Jacs was incredible on the day, she listened to exactly what we wanted and made sure everything was perfect. Tunnels helped with everything running smoothly and there was always someone on hand to help.

The venue is like no other, all of our guests have not stopped talking about it. The food was incredible, and they catered for everyone. It was honestly the best day of our lives and we have tunnels beaches to thank for that.
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