Dorset
South East England have some of top beaches in the UK and with 400 miles of beautiful coastline - it's no wonder why tourists choose to visit these stunning and picturesque attractions. From experiencing a perfect morning senset to chilling in the cooler evening sun, you'll be sure to create long-lasting memories that you can cherish throughout your lifetime.
Browse below some of the region's most popular beaches!
Number of results: 67
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Margate
This timeless beach with tidal pool, children’s rides and amusement arcades offer families traditional seaside fun and entertainment.
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Whitstable
As you walk along the Whitstable front you will come to grassy banks that gently slope down to the beach, characterised by pretty wooden beach huts and an established sailing club.
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Hastings
Hastings' main beach backs right onto the seafront of this established seaside resort town so you are never far away from the town's facilities and attractions.
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Aldwick and, Bognor Regis
London Clay good for fossil hunting, particularly around Bognor Rocks, west of pier and along to Aldwick Rocks
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VENTNOR
Ventnor beach is the southernmost holiday beach on the Isle of Wight and is well-loved by locals and visitors alike.
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Freshwater
Colwell Bay is one of many picturesque beaches in West Wight, offer spectacular views back across the Solent to mainland England.
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Broadstairs
Popular sandy bay approximately 200 meters long. Home to Joss Bay Surf School which hires surf boards, wetsuits and offers surf lessons.
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Christchurch
Friars Cliff beach is an award-winning blue flag beach just a mile from Mudeford Quay in Christchurch. This beach has magnificent views of the Isle of Wight and Christchurch Bay.
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SHANKLIN
Shanklin Beach is a one of the Isle of Wight’s best known stretches of golden sands, which backs onto a traditional English seafront promenade.
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Bournemouth
Durley Chine Beach is one of Bournemouth's favourite Blue Flag award winning beaches, particularly loved by the locals for its wide, exceptionally clean, sandy and shingle beaches situated further to the West of Bournemouth, away from the hustle and…
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SANDOWN
Yaverland Beach is one of the Isle of Wight’s best beaches, providing a long stretch of sand and great swimming waters for children and families.
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Sandown
Sandown Beach is one of the Isle of Wight's finest and most recognised beaches, with miles of soft golden sands crowned by Sandown’s pleasure pier.
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Christchurch
Lined with colourful beach huts Avon Beach is a great beach to visit whatever the time of the year. Located in the coastal town of Mudeford, just east of Mudeford Quay, this Dorset beach provides great views of the Needles Lighthouse and the Isle of…
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