Once used by smugglers, Ringstead's shingle beach is set in the Jurassic Coastline and boasts beautiful views. With parking available in the nearby National Trust carpark, there is a fair walk downhill to the beach. Dogs are welcome all year. Make sure you keep an eye out for fossils.
Two miles out of Weymouth, Bowleaze Cove is a sand and pebble beach backed by grassy fields. At low tide a swathe of beach is revealed, although this disappears at high tide. There is on road and paid parking available, and a cafe, pub, amusement arcade and shops are nearby. Visitors should keep an eye out for fossils, famous along this stretch of coast.
A sweeping arc of golden sand, Weymouth beach lies adjacent to the town centre. Thanks to its gently sloping sea bed, the bay is popular amongst swimmers and those looking to enjoy the water. With a host of things to do and see, from donkey rides to Punch and Judy, the beach is a hub of activity and there is even an allocated dog-friendly spot year-round.
Studied in geography lessons across the land as a prime example of long shore drift', Chesil Beach is a long, long strip of shingle stretching out into the sea.
The rocky headlands make access a little difficult, but if you are able to traverse them , you'll find a nice peaceful spot. Keep an eye out for oyster and ammonite fossils here.
Located about a mile away from Weymouth, this sandy beach is privately owned and is popular with locals and visitors.
Found in Weymouth Bay, Lodmoor beach is backed by the RSPB owned Lodmoor Nature Reserve. The reserve itself attracts a fascinating array of wildfowl and wildlife, and is a great place for respectful nature-lovers to visit.
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9 August 2026
Once used by smugglers, Ringstead's shingle beach is set in the Jurassic Coastline and boasts beautiful views. With parking available in the nearby National Trust carpark, there is a fair walk downhill to the beach. Dogs are welcome all year. Make sure you keep an eye out for fossils.
1 November 2024
Two miles out of Weymouth, Bowleaze Cove is a sand and pebble beach backed by grassy fields. At low tide a swathe of beach is revealed, although this disappears at high tide. There is on road and paid parking available, and a cafe, pub, amusement arcade and shops are nearby. Visitors should keep an eye out for fossils, famous along this stretch of coast.
7 September 2015
A sweeping arc of golden sand, Weymouth beach lies adjacent to the town centre. Thanks to its gently sloping sea bed, the bay is popular amongst swimmers and those looking to enjoy the water. With a host of things to do and see, from donkey rides to Punch and Judy, the beach is a hub of activity and there is even an allocated dog-friendly spot year-round.
17 May 2013
Studied in geography lessons across the land as a prime example of long shore drift', Chesil Beach is a long, long strip of shingle stretching out into the sea.
The rocky headlands make access a little difficult, but if you are able to traverse them , you'll find a nice peaceful spot. Keep an eye out for oyster and ammonite fossils here.
Located about a mile away from Weymouth, this sandy beach is privately owned and is popular with locals and visitors.
Found in Weymouth Bay, Lodmoor beach is backed by the RSPB owned Lodmoor Nature Reserve. The reserve itself attracts a fascinating array of wildfowl and wildlife, and is a great place for respectful nature-lovers to visit.