Thorness Bay

  • Thorness Bay - Isle of Wight
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  • Thorness Bay - Isle of Wight
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  • Thorness Bay is a Site of special scientific interest (SSSI) and this includes the 2 miles of sandy beach. Despite having a large holiday park located right next door the beach is big enough to offer some peace and quiet whilst watching the boats in the Solent.

    Type of beach

    Sand & shingle

    Lifeguard service

    No

    Dogs friendly beach?

    We do not have information on this beach but restrictions may apply (usually from Easter until the end of Summer)

    Isle of Wight dog friendly beaches »

    Nearest town

    Cowes

    OS grid ref.

    SZ 4556 9342

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