Freshwater Bay

  • Freshwater Bay - Isle of Wight
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  • Freshwater Bay - Isle of Wight
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  • Freshwater Bay - Isle of Wight
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  • Freshwater Bay - Isle of Wight
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  • The beach at Freshwater Bay is set in a dip between chalky cliffs. To the west these cliffs form the famous Needles Headland and Tennyson Downs .

    The sand and pebble beach is fairly popular but copes well, with plenty of space and facilities. There is also a large car park and an esplanade.

    The local independent lifeboat operates from Freshwater Bay.

    Type of beach

    Sand & pebble

    Lifeguard service

    No

    Dogs friendly beach?

    Dogs are not permitted on these beaches between 1 May and 30 September. This does not include registered assistance dogs.

    Isle of Wight dog friendly beaches »

    Activities

    • Amusement arcade
    • Surfing

    Facilities

    • Cafe/restaurant
    • Toilets
    • Promenade

    Nearest town

    Lymington

    OS grid ref.

    SZ 3473 8569

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