Bournemouth Beaches Guide

A view of the Bournemouth & Poole coastline from Hengistbury Head to Sandbanks

Discover, explore and be inspired by our 10 miles of beautiful coastline! Beneath the magnificent cliffs, you'll find Bournemouth and Poole's 10 miles of award-winning beaches, from Hengistbury Head Nature Reserve in the East all the way across to Sandbanks in the West. Please note: This version should work with Google Chrome.

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  1. Colourful array of beach huts under the overcliff
    Beach huts are great for relaxing with friends and family and offer inspirational coastal views.
    1. 7 Feb 202414 Mar 2025
  2. Find out my Bournemouth has some of the safest beaches in the UK
    Our beaches are some of the safest in the country with professional RNLI beach lifeguards and RLSS Volunteer Lifeguards operating during the season. LV=KidZone is the children’s beach safety scheme which operates during July and August only.
  3. Land training zooming by the colourful beach huts along next the beach
    Jump aboard one of our famous land trains, sit back and enjoy the seafront scenery as we sweep you along the Promenade.
    1. 29 Mar 202431 Oct 2024
  4. Bournemouth's Beautiful Beaches
    Love Beach Life… welcome to seven miles of award-winning beaches! Nestled beneath a magnificent cliff line, the bay enjoys its own micro-climate, some of the warmest sea temperatures in the UK and stunning views.
  5. Drone shot of Bournemouth Pier and the surrounding beach area as the sun sets in the distance
    1. 1 Jan 202431 Dec 2024
  6. Moody skies over Boscombe pier in Bournemouth
    Boscombe Pier is the perfect vantage point to watch volleyball, table tennis and swingball on the beach. If you are feeling adventurous, try scaling the nearby, purpose built boulders next to the pier or have a go at slacklining!
    1. 1 Jan 202431 Dec 2024