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Tunnels Beaches

Matt
Meg
Kate
Kayleigh
Laila

Recommended by 100% of couples

About this venue

On Hitched.co.uk since 2022

Last update: September 2026

Set into the rugged cliffs of Ilfracombe on the North Devon coast, Tunnels Beaches is a truly unique coastal wedding venue with private beaches, spectacular sea views and luxury accommodation all in one unforgettable location.

Reached through historic hand-carved tunnels, the venue opens onto a dramatic stretch of coastline overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, with views towards Lundy Island and, on a clear day, across to Wales.

From exchanging vows overlooking the sea to watching the sun set over the water with your guests, Tunnels Beaches offers couples the opportunity to enjoy their entire wedding in one extraordinary coastal setting.

Facilities & Capacity

Wedding ceremonies can take place on our beautiful terrace overlooking the beach and sea, beneath the wooden gazebo, or indoors within our contemporary venue.

Our indoor ceremony space enjoys the same spectacular coastal views through huge bi-fold doors, giving couples a beautiful weather-proof alternative without losing the connection to the sea.

And unpredictable British weather doesn't have to spoil your plans. Tunnels Beaches has more than 400m² of covered outdoor space, allowing you and your guests to continue enjoying the coastal setting whatever the weather decides to do.

Following the ceremony, guests are free to explore the historic tunnels, secluded coves and private beaches before returning to the venue for food, drinks and celebrations overlooking the water.

With indoor reception spaces, bars, terraces and extensive outdoor areas, the venue flows naturally from ceremony through to evening celebrations.

And with a 1am licence, there's plenty of time to celebrate into the night.

Tunnels Beaches is also dog friendly, including our onsite accommodation, so four-legged members of the family don't necessarily have to miss out on the celebrations.

Stay at Tunnels Beaches

Why make it just one day?

Our four large luxury self-catering houses are located onsite and offer a total of 34 en-suite bedrooms, allowing couples to stay together with their closest friends and family and turn their wedding into a multi-day celebration by the sea.

The accommodation provides the perfect base for spending time together before and after the wedding — whether that's drinks the night before, breakfast together the following morning or even a wedding-morning sea swim.

Accessibility

Despite its dramatic cliffside location, Tunnels Beaches has been designed to be accessible to as many guests as possible.

The historic tunnels are paved and gently sloping, while the venue also provides lift access to all floors and facilities for wheelchair users.

A Wedding Venue Unlike Anywhere Else

Private beaches. Historic hand-carved tunnels. Dramatic cliffs. Atlantic sunsets. Luxury onsite accommodation. And your friends and family together in one incredible place.

Tunnels Beaches isn't simply a venue overlooking the coast — the coast becomes part of your wedding day.

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Weddings at this venue

Harry & Megan's wedding
Harry & Megan
26 photos
Becky & Joe's wedding
Becky & Joe
29 photos
Kelly & Rory's wedding
Kelly & Rory
17 photos
Hannah & Steve's wedding
Hannah & Steve
84 photos
Taylor & Billy's wedding
Taylor & Billy
21 photos
Medina & David's wedding
Medina & David
31 photos

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
Swimming pool
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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Beckie Sent on 09/07/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Best Wedding Venue EVER!!

The venue.. wow! We felt like we were on a movie set! And all the guests have been absolutely raving about it! “Best wedding ever” is a phrase we’ve heard multiple times! We wanted a venue that would be unforgettable, and Tunnels is most certainly that!

And the BBQ was so delicious!! We were both stuffed and couldn’t even make room for ice cream - which is really saying something for us!

Of course our day wouldn’t have been anywhere near as amazing if it weren’t for the incredible staff! During the planning, Jamie & Marley were insanely quick at replying and never made us feel silly for any of the questions we had! And on the day, Jacs and David were awesome; both making us feel so calm, and allowing us to enjoy the day completely stress-free!

It truly was the best day of our lives, and booking at Tunnels was by far the best decision we could have made!

Joe & Beckie
Matt
Matt Sent on 29/09/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Outstanding wedding venue!

Tunnels Beaches is a stunningly beautiful venue, every one of our guests shared the same awe and excitement that we did when we first visited, it is a uniquely beautiful location.

The accommodation on site was incredibly special, beautifully open, modern, clean & perfect for our wedding eve get together with all of our guests. The food provided (lasagne) was outstanding and we are still gutted the guests couldn’t eat it all as it was delicious, To add to this the cleaning staff we encountered on arrival and throughout were wonderful - focused entirely on making our time at Tunnels as special as possible.

We dealt with Lucy on the morning and Mariah in the evening as lead contacts for our day - they were both incredible and I’m not just saying that. They took a lot of the sting out of transitions & setup, were always on hand to help, organised their teams professionally and supportively and there wasn’t anything that would be an issue. Everything was done with a smile to ensure our special day was as excellent as it could be. I have long observed beautiful venues/restaurants etc have all the right, enticing environments and food but are tragically let down by poor staff and management, this is absolutely not the case at Tunnels and it goes without saying that this doesn't happen by accident, they work hard to keep the right staff and culture here - well done!

The food throughout was exceptional, all of our guests commented as such which when combined with the beautiful views, staff and exceptionally special location means you have something very special at Tunnels that we are sure many couples would feel very lucky to have on their special day. We cannot recommend Tunnels highly enough, thank you for making our day and memories as perfect as they possibly could be.
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Frances Sent on 28/09/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful coastal venue

Our wedding at Tunnels was the most wonderful day of our lives. Getting married in such an intimate and beautiful location surrounded by the cliffs and the sound of the waves was a dream come true.

Organisation was so smooth from start to finish. Huge thank you to you, Marley, Jacs, Lucy and all the team for making the day so stress free. It just flowed so well, no ask was too big and we didn’t have to worry about anything.

Our guests were wowed by the venue and how unique it is. Despite it being a grey windy day, the sun came out during our views and again during the speeches meaning we had the most beautiful sunset over the sea.

We also loved staying in Runnymede and Woodlands with our bridesmaids and groomsmen and partners. The houses are such high spec - super clean, comfortable and well designed. It made the whole weekend feel like a holiday with all our favourite people.
Meg
Meg Sent on 15/09/2026
5 out of 5 rating

This is your sign to book! 🥹 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

I wish we could rate this higher than 5* - Wow wow wow. I do not know where to begin.

That truly was the best day of our lives. You and your team completely exceeded all of our ideas/ expectations of how our wedding day would pan out - I didn’t know it was possible to feel that relaxed throughout my own wedding day -nothing felt too much of a bother and ran so smoothly. Everything was absolutely perfect - the venue, the food, the atmosphere, the staff especially - 11/10.

A big thank you to Marley for being so amazing at getting back to all of my crazy number of emails, and doing so so promptly, it kept me reassured throughout the whole build up. No question was ever a silly question, you went above and beyond to ensure our wedding would include everything we wished for. So thank you so so much.

Jacs, wow, it felt like you were part of the bridal party! From coming in the morning of and sitting with me to talk through every detail, not letting me worry about a thing, to then putting on my wedding shoes for me (TWICE!), fetching me my own platter of canapé food after realising I had not eaten yet, and check ins right up until the handover to the lovely Lucy. All of our guests were saying what an amazing and lovely co-ordinator you are, so thank you.

Lucy you were amazing, you checked in to ensure all our ideas were going to plan, even during the evening chaos! You made me and all of our guests feel so at ease and allowed us to change plans even at the very last minute without any stress (not doing the last dance etc). Thank you so so so much!

Big chefs kiss to all the chefs, there was not a hungry belly in sight! Everyone was complementing how gorgeous the food was!

Overall, thank you all for all of your patience, as I am aware I am forever running behind, and despite it causing all of our timing plans to completely run over, you kept the sea of calm atmosphere going!

We want to do it all over again! We will be back on our anniversary for sure 🩵

-Meg & Alex
Sept 11th 2026
🌊🐚🦭
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Tyla Sent on 13/09/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Tyla and Dan

We honestly couldn’t have asked for a more perfect wedding day at Tunnels Beaches. From start to finish, everything was absolutely incredible, and the whole team went above and beyond to make sure our day ran smoothly and effortlessly.

With so many different suppliers coming into the venue, including our saxophonist, cake maker and DJ, we were amazed by how much the Tunnels Beaches team organised and coordinated for us on the day. It meant we could completely relax, enjoy ourselves and soak up every moment, knowing everything was being taken care of behind the scenes.

We loved every single minute of our wedding day, from getting ready in the beautiful accommodation at The Courtyard and Bath House, right through to our final drinks at the bar. The venue itself is truly stunning and made the perfect setting for such a special day.

And the food… absolutely delicious! Our guests couldn’t stop talking about how amazing everything was.

A huge thank you to the entire Tunnels Beaches team for helping make our wedding day so magical and memorable. We will forever look back on our day with the biggest smiles and couldn’t recommend Tunnels Beaches enough to anyone looking for the most incredible wedding venue.

Thank you, Tunnels Beaches, for everything!
Kate
Kate Sent on 13/09/2026
5 out of 5 rating

The best wedding venue ever!!!

This truly is the best venue we have ever seen which gave us by far the best day of our lives!

We truly had the best time ever and would recommend it 10000 times over to others who are thinking about getting married here.

From the wedding managers, front of house staff, kitchen staff, chefs and housekeeping, it was an absolute dream to work with you all creating our favourite day. 

From when we first viewed the venue two years ago, we fell in love with it and were never ever going to get married anywhere else. We will never be able to forget first walking through the tunnel for the first time and seeing the venue in full, truly breathtaking! The booking process and organisation has been easier than we could have imagined. The communication from start to finish has been perfect with a special shoutout to Marley and Jamie for their outstandingly quick email replies when we had our numerous queries and questions!

The accommodation and night before food (incredible Paella, cooked outside!!) provided the perfect setting to get each of our families together before our Wedding Day. Everyone is still talking about the paella now!

The venue itself cannot be put into words, imagine everything you dream about and Tunnels Beaches is more. Some people say that perfection cannot be achieved but our Wedding Day at Tunnels Beaches was perfect in every single way possible. I only hope that many more couples make the choice to get married at Tunnels because there truly is no other venue that can live up to expectations. The accommodation is an absolute dream and to be able to stay with all your family under the same roof before the day was also a dream.

The communication in the morning and the day itself was super chilled and easy and exactly what we were looking for, staff went through things with us throughout the day but also, in the most chilled way possible. The vendors we booked (through the recommendations on your website) were outstanding as well and all seemed to know each other which was super cute and again, added to the chilled atmosphere.

All our family are still talking about the day today and all have said it was their favourite day ever too and that is a testament to the venue. We are actually trying to persuade our non-married family and friends to get married there so we have the chance to come back but I don’t think they’ll need much persuading!

They say you never forget your Wedding Day and my gosh we never will. Best. Day. Ever.

We will never be able to thank you enough but again, thank-you for letting us get married at our dream wedding venue which we will be talking about forever !! So much so we got a tattoo of your venue logo!! 

The venue is truly breathtaking and I don’t know how anybody would ever view it and not end up getting married here. Our friends are still coming up to us now saying when they walked through the tunnel for the first time they were blown away. They have also called the day faultless throughout.

Thankyou again, so so so so much. We will be forever grateful to you all!

Kate & Fran 20/08/2026
Kayleigh
Kayleigh Sent on 23/08/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Breathtaking


Everything we wanted from our dream wedding…Tunnels provided.

The whole day was perfect from start to finish. The scenery was breathtaking and we had so many comments from guests saying it was the best wedding view they had ever seen. We still can’t believe how lucky we were to get married here.

The staff were attentive, friendly and so organized. They were always on hand to help with absolutely anything. The coordinators took away all stress on the morning of the wedding and we hardly had to think about any organization throughout the day.

The food was amazing. It was a BBQ so it was really social and a bit different to a normal 3 course meal. There was so much choice and everyone said they loved it! The ice cream for dessert was 10/10.

Accommodation was absolutely perfect. So convenient being attached to the venue and all the rooms and common rooms were everything we needed.

Couldn’t recommend Tunnels enough. It was an absolutely magical day!
Laila
Laila Sent on 19/08/2026
5 out of 5 rating

A place that's heaven on earth literally!!!

I honestly cannot put into words just how breathtaking this venue is. From the moment we first saw it, we knew it was somewhere truly special, but experiencing it on our wedding day was beyond anything we could have imagined.

This venue provided the most incredible backdrop for our ceremony, photographs, and celebrations, and every part of the day felt like something out of a dream.

What made us especially happy was hearing how much our guests loved the venue too. So many of our guests even took the time to write about the venue in our guest book. It truly left a lasting impression on everyone who attended.

The whole experience was unforgettable, and we feel incredibly lucky to have celebrated one of the most important days of our lives in such a spectacular place. Tunnel Beaches will always hold a very special place in our hearts, your staff was incredibly helpful! our wedding manager was very thorough and cant believe everything went just perfect.
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Fiona Sent on 18/08/2026
5 out of 5 rating

The most amazing day!

From the moment we saw Tunnels we knew it was where we wanted to get married.
Thank you so much to you and all the staff at Tunnels Beaches. We had the most amazing day; it was everything we could have wished for and more!
Staying in the accommodation the night before gave our family and friends a great space to socialise and relax. The day itself was seamless, the staff were brilliant and so helpful and friendly, the food was incredible, our guests were blown away by the venue saying that it didn’t feel like we were in the UK but felt as though we were aboard with the views and weather.
Honestly we couldn’t thank Tunnels enough for making our day so special and would highly recommend.
Holly
Holly Sent on 12/08/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Unmatched Venue - Effortless Process and Perfect Day

Often people talk about weddings being stressful to plan, but we found it to be the complete opposite with Tunnels Beaches. Jamie and the rest of the team are so professional and clearly incredibly hardworking. They made the whole process a breeze. The team on the day kept us calm and collected, and were always two steps ahead predicting what we might need next.
The food was exactly what we hoped for, so delicious and my dietary requirements of being coeliac was so well catered for, as well as other requirements of guests. We had such good feedback from guests on the food, people still talk about the evening paella to this day!
We are so glad that we picked Tunnels - the sun setting into the sea as we did our first dance was like something out of a dream, completely magical.
Matt
Matt Sent on 07/08/2026
5 out of 5 rating

A truly incredible venue!

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We honestly couldn’t have asked for a more perfect wedding venue than Tunnels Beaches.

From the very beginning, the support we received throughout the planning process was exceptional. Organising a wedding can be stressful, but the team made everything feel effortless. Their guidance, attention to detail and willingness to help every step of the way meant we could enjoy the journey knowing we were in safe hands.

A special thank you to Marley, who was fantastic in the lead-up to our wedding, always on hand to answer questions and ensure every detail was covered. On the day itself, Jax and David were incredible. Everything ran seamlessly, allowing us to relax and soak up every moment without worrying about a thing.

The bar and kitchen staff were also brilliant, keeping everyone well fed and watered with excellent food, drinks and friendly service throughout the day. So many of our guests commented on how attentive and professional the whole team were.

And then there’s the venue itself… simply breathtaking. The stunning coastal setting created the most incredible backdrop for our ceremony and reception, and our guests are still talking about how beautiful it was. Every part of the venue exceeded our expectations.

To everyone at Tunnels Beaches, thank you for helping us create the wedding of our dreams. It truly was the best day of our lives, and that’s in no small part thanks to your amazing team. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Tunnels Beaches to any couple looking for an unforgettable wedding venue. ❤️
Sharyn
Sharyn Sent on 28/07/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Breathtaking!!

We wanted to say a huge thank you for what was an absolutely incredible day and stay. Your venue is truly spectacular and took my breath away. Being able to have an 8am swim with my family on the morning of the wedding was such a special moment for us, and one we will always cherish. Every backdrop in our photos is stunning, and we genuinely couldn't have wished for a more perfect day.

A special thank you to Jacs for ensuring everything ran so smoothly, and to Lucy for kindly filming the ceremony and taking so many wonderful photos for us. We weren't expecting to be outside for our vows, so that was an especially lovely surprise.

It wasn't just the wedding day itself that was exceptional—it was the entire experience from the moment we first enquired about a date. The service you have provided has been second to none. You have always responded so quickly and helpfully that we never felt any stress in the lead-up to the wedding, as we knew we were in safe hands throughout. We can't wait to return and stay in the new apartment in the cliff once it is completed.

Thank you once again. You and the entire team have been amazing and helped create memories that will last a lifetime.
Esther
Esther Sent on 19/07/2026
4.2 out of 5 rating

The best coastal wedding venue in North Devon

We had the most amazing, sunny, May wedding reception at Tunnels Beaches. We knew it was going to be special when we booked it, but seeing our guests’ reactions as they walked through the tunnel into the new outdoor space - everyone was blown away.

Our guests couldn’t stop raving about the setting - some guests said it wasn’t just the best wedding location they’d been to, but the best place they’d ever been to! It honestly looks like the Mediterranean in the photos, truly a fantastic backdrop.

The vibe was also perfectly relaxed the whole day, and the little personal touches we’d asked for were all accommodated for, thank you! Our day was beyond special, and having our nearest and dearest stay with us at both the Bath House and Courtyard on site made the weekend even more relaxed, memorable, and made their trip all the way to Devon worth it. The wedding morning swim was a real highlight too!
Charlotte
Charlotte Sent on 01/07/2026
4.4 out of 5 rating

We couldn't recommend Tunnels Beaches highly enough

From the moment we first viewed the venue 18 months before our wedding, we knew it was the place for us. The stunning setting was exactly the backdrop we'd always dreamed of for our big day, and every time we visited afterwards just made us more excited.
One of the biggest advantages for us was the onsite accommodation. We had guests travelling from abroad and from all over the UK, and being able to stay together meant we could turn our wedding into a whole weekend celebration. The accommodation is beautiful and made everything so easy for us and our guests.

Throughout the planning process, the team were fantastic. They were always quick to respond to questions and nothing ever felt like too much trouble. We also loved that the venue held an open day after some of the upgrades had been completed. It was great to see the improvements, try the canapés and drinks, and experience the venue again before the wedding. It definitely got us even more excited for the big day.

From the moment we checked in the day before, everything exceeded our expectations. One of our favourite memories was hearing our guests' reactions as they walked through the tunnel and saw the view for the first time. The gasps and comments of amazement were exactly what we'd hoped for! So many people said they felt like they were abroad, and several guests told us it was one of the most incredible wedding venues they had ever visited.

On the day itself, Lucy and Dave were amazing. They kept everything running smoothly, helped calm any nerves, and dealt with any last-minute changes behind the scenes without us having to worry. Their support meant we could just relax and enjoy every moment.

The food was absolutely delicious, and every member of staff we met was friendly, professional and welcoming. Everything felt seamless from start to finish.

We genuinely had the wedding of our dreams at Tunnels Beaches and will be talking about it for years to come. Thank you to everyone involved for making our day so special. We couldn't have asked for a more perfect venue or a better team to help bring it all together.
James
James Sent on 29/06/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Just incredible!

Tunnels Beaches was everything and more than we had hoped for. The scenery is unbeatable and the venue exquisite. We couldn't have imagined a more stunning view, let alone to be married in front of it. All of our guests were in awe and the scenes had a few in tears by itself, before the ceremony got going.

The food, different to your traditional wedding, was incredible and suited the theme and venue perfectly. Food in abundance and the best quality. Really helped with a more relaxed atmosphere and made it even more memorable.

The support and service provided by the Tunnels team was also first class. Nothing was ever too much trouble, and they could not have been more supportive, Marley in particular. The team on the day, we attentive and nothing was too much trouble, and their answer was yes to nearly all our requests, to help make the day perfect for us.

We can't thank you all enough and the worst part was having to leave!
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