Hornsea South Beach
Hornsea South is a sand and shingle beach located next to the small seaside resort of Hornsea on Yorkshire’s East Riding coast. It is a popular beach for many different water sports and also for walkers with the Transpennine Trail finishing here.
This part of the coastline is subject to coastal erosion and a number of small villages in the area are now submerged by the sea. After a major storm in 1906, a sea wall was built to protect Hornsea. The beach is also lined with wooden groynes to prevent the beach from being washed away.
The town has existed since the medieval period, but was expanded during Victorian times when it became a popular seaside retreat. There is a promenade running alongside the beach. The beach itself is reached either down a short flight of stairs or a slipway.
There is plenty of parking available in Hornsea, close to the beach. There are also toilets, shops and places to eat.
Beyond the town is Hornsea Mere, one of the largest lakes in Yorkshire. It is a popular place for bird watchers and is the base for the Hornsea Sailing Club.
Type of beach
Sand & shingle
Lifeguard service
Yes
Dogs friendly beach?
Dogs allowed
Dogs are allowed on the southern part of Hornsea beach
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Activities
- Kayaking/canoeing
- Jet-skiing
- Sailing
- Swimming/bathing
- Wind surfing
Facilities
- Cafe/restaurant
- Toilets
- Disabled facilities
- First aid point
- Shop
- Beach hut hire
- Slipway
- Promenade
Nearest town
Postcode
HU18 1PZ
OS grid ref.
TA 2128 4714
Parking
Parking available - charges apply
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Hornsea South Beach Reviews
Fab
Gems
Jun 13th 2021Had a lovely day out.. The beach was clean even though it was a dog beach.. Had such a fab day and the kids and dogs loved it.
The seaside
Jack
Jul 31st 2020Sit on the sand, go to the sea, eat an ice cream, eat food, I like the pictures
Hornsea
Barnsley Bob
Feb 07th 2022A beautiful unspoilt place, plenty of local pubs chippies cafes ice creams etc, beach 2nd to none. Spent hours with grand kids and dogs and just 1H 30 Mins drive from Tarn, quality family time place.