Has Winchester got a beach?

At the turn of the 21st century, the beach at Wedge Pond had never been more popular, according to the statistics on beach passes, which totaled a little under a thousand. However, Winchester's beaches, though popular, have had troubled histories in which the cessation of swimming is a recurring theme.
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Are there any sandy beaches in Hampshire?

Eastney Beach

It is one of the nicest sandy beaches in Hampshire and is a popular destination for families. The beach is easily accessible with plenty of parking nearby, as well as a cafe. This spot is also convenient if you want to cool down and relax in the soothing waves by swimming.
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What is the closest beach to Worcestershire?

ONE of the closest beaches to landlocked Worcestershire has been named among the best in the UK. Dunraven Bay, which is part of the 14-mile stretch of Glamorgan's Heritage Coast, has been rated among the best in the UK - and it is an hour and forty-five minute drive from Worcester.
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What is the most beautiful beach near Southampton?

Arguably one of the most picturesque beaches in Britain, Calshot Beach offers unparalleled views of the Solent, Southampton and the Isle of Wight.
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Which beach is the prettiest?

1. Elafonissi Beach – Crete, Greece. Climbing 23 ranks to score the top spot, Elafonissi Beach on the Greek island of Crete is the best beach of 2025.
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I visited one of England's BEST beaches and was totally shocked

What is the number one beach in the UK?

  • Weymouth Beach. 4.6. (6,056) Beaches. By 901dianen. ...
  • Fistral Beach. 4.6. (4,544) Beaches. By naomik538. ...
  • Scarborough Beach. 4.5. (3,625) Beaches. ...
  • Camber Sands. 4.3. (2,005) Beaches. ...
  • Sandbanks Beach. 4.6. (1,916) Beaches. ...
  • Woolacombe Beach. 4.7. (3,854) Beaches. ...
  • Filey Beach. 4.7. (2,650) Beaches. ...
  • Gorleston-on-Sea Beach. 4.7. (2,359) Beaches.
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Where is the nicest beach on Earth?

The 10 Most Beautiful Beaches in the World
  • Nihiwatu Beach, Sumba Island, Bali. ...
  • North Island, Seychelles. ...
  • Navagio Beach, Zakynthos. ...
  • Scala dei Turchi, Italy. ...
  • Dat Doc Beach, Con Son Island, Vietnam. ...
  • Na Pali Coast, Hawaii. ...
  • Boulders Beach, South Africa. ...
  • Grace Bay, Turks & Caicos.
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What is the best seaside town in Britain?

Discover 26 of the Best Seaside Towns in the UK
  1. Southwold, Suffolk. Head to the charming Suffolk Heritage Coast to explore the traditional seaside town of Southwold. ...
  2. St Ives, Cornwall. ...
  3. Weymouth, Dorset. ...
  4. Scarborough, North Yorkshire. ...
  5. Hastings, East Sussex. ...
  6. Cromer, Norfolk. ...
  7. Lyme Regis, West Dorset. ...
  8. St Davids, Pembrokeshire.
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Does Portsmouth have a beach?

Southsea Beach

A short walk from Southsea Castle, the aquarium and the D-Day Museum, the shingle beach is the most popular in Portsmouth, with plenty of ice cream stands on the promenade and a lake behind the beach where you can fish for crabs or hire a canoe and laze away a sunny afternoon.
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Does Bournemouth have a sandy beach?

Bournemouth beach offers beautiful sandy beaches, Bournemouth Pier, cliff top walks and stunning views coastal views across to the Isle of Wight. On the edge of Bournemouth's historic gardens, the beach has a wide range of restaurants, cafés and kiosks and is home to many visitor attractions.
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Where is Dunster Beach?

Dunster Beach is situated a stone's throw from historic Dunster and the seaside town of Minehead on the edge of beautiful Exmoor.
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Does Aberystwyth have a sandy beach?

Aberystwyth is a sand and shingle beach, and a favourite by both locals and visitors each year for its traditional seaside pleasures such as donkey rides, homemade ice cream and plenty of sandcastles.
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Is Ladye Bay dog friendly?

Here are the beaches that welcome dogs in Somerset - Blue Anchor Bay, Northern Brean, Southern Berrow, Brean Beach, Southern Brean, Bossington Beach, Burnham-on-Sea Yacht Club, North Dunster, Doniford, Watchet, Kilve, Porlock Weir, Uphill - Weston super Mare, Stolford, St Audries Bay, Selworthy Sands, Sand Bay, Middle ...
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What is the cleanest beach in Britain?

The cleanest beaches in Britain
  • Sandbanks, Dorset. If you want to be papped on the beach in your best bikini, the chances of it happening here are probably (see Suffolk) higher than anywhere else in the UK. ...
  • Polzeath, Cornwall. ...
  • Southwold, Suffolk. ...
  • Mundesley, Norfolk. ...
  • Botany Bay, Kent. ...
  • West Wittering, West Sussex.
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Which small town has the best sandy beaches in Kent?

Best sandy beaches in Kent (mapped)
  • 1 Best sandy beaches in Kent (mapped)
  • 2 Viking Bay, Broadstairs.
  • 3 Botany Bay, Broadstairs.
  • 4 Margate Main Sands, Margate.
  • 5 Joss Bay, Broadstairs.
  • 6 Ramsgate Main Sands, Ramsgate.
  • 7 Minnis Bay, Birchington-On-Sea.
  • 8 Stone Bay Beach, Broadstairs.
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Is Hayling Island sand beach?

The main beach, Hayling Beach, is a long stretch of sand and shingle with excellent views across the Solent. The beach has earned a Blue Flag award, highlighting its cleanliness and facilities. There's plenty of room for swimming, sunbathing, and beach games, making it a great spot for families.
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Is Southsea Beach nice?

Southsea's long and beautiful stretch of shingle is enough to satisfy a sun-filled day – as a well-kept secret, there will always be space for you sunbathe on the pebbles at Southsea or take to the water to try water sports like SUP.
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Where to go for free in Portsmouth?

The 5 Best Free Things to Do in Portsmouth
  • 1) Southsea Castle. Southsea Castle is open from April to October, Tuesday to Sunday. ...
  • 2) Portsmouth City Museum. Dive into Portsmouth's rich heritage at the Portsmouth City Museum. ...
  • 3) Boathouse 4 at Portsmouth Dockyard. ...
  • 4) Royal Armouries: Fort Nelson: ...
  • 5) Gunwharf Quays.
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Which city in the UK has a beach?

Blackpool

In the north of England is one of the most popular coastal towns in the UK; Blackpool. Blackpool has a long sandy beach, restaurants and pubs on the beach, arcades, and a tower from which you can get a view of the area (pictured below.)
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Where is the best seaside to retire in the UK?

5 unique coastal towns for retirement
  • Deal, Kent. Tucked away on the east coast, Deal is like stepping into a beautifully preserved time capsule — but with a creative pulse that keeps things fresh. ...
  • Lympstone, Devon. ...
  • Amble, Northumberland. ...
  • Barmouth, Gwynedd. ...
  • Southwold, Suffolk.
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What is the prettiest beach in the UK?

The top 10 beaches in England
  1. Holkham National Nature Reserve and Beach – Norfolk. ...
  2. Brighton Beach – East Sussex. ...
  3. Woolacombe Beach – Devon. ...
  4. Viking Bay – Broadstairs, Kent. ...
  5. Blackpool Beach – Blackpool, Lancashire. ...
  6. Kynance Cove – The Lizard Peninsula, Cornwall. ...
  7. Bamburgh Beach – Northumberland. ...
  8. Southwold – Suffolk.
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What is the safest beach on Earth?

Carpinteria, a small town some 12 miles outside Santa Barbara, says it is the home of “the world's safest beach,” and for 90 years newspaper adverts have boasted of its clean, wide sands and lack of rip current.
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What is the prettiest beach?

The 23 best beaches in the USA
  1. Driftwood Beach, Jekyll Island, Georgia. Best for eerie photo opportunities. ...
  2. Grayton Beach, Florida. ...
  3. South Beach, Florida. ...
  4. Venice Beach, Los Angeles, California. ...
  5. El Matador State Beach, Malibu, California. ...
  6. Pfeiffer Beach, Big Sur, California. ...
  7. Cannon Beach, Oregon. ...
  8. Sand Harbor, Lake Tahoe, Nevada.
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What is the best ocean in the world?

World's best ocean: top five
  • 5th Southern Ocean – 3.4 stars. Also known as the Antarctic, the Southern Ocean is generally thought to be the world's coldest but, by this ranking, not the best ocean. ...
  • 4th Arctic Ocean – 3.5 stars. ...
  • 3rd Pacific Ocean – 3.5 stars. ...
  • 2nd Atlantic Ocean – 4.8 stars. ...
  • 1st Indian Ocean – 5.0 stars.
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