East Sussex, Sussex, England, United Kingdom

Bexhill Beach

Bexhill Beach is a shingle beach located in Bexhill, known for its sand at low tide and spectacular rock pools. The beach is great for families and long walks along the coastline, but visitors are advised to be careful of the soft sand and mud at low tide. The beach is not always suitable for barefoot walks due to its pebbly nature.

The beach is easily accessible, with Bexhill railway station just a five-minute walk away. There are a number of places to park along Bexhill and Cooden foreshore, both on-street and in dedicated car parks. Parking is reasonably priced.

The beachfront offers a variety of amenities, including places to get a drink or an ice cream, and toilet facilities. The beach is also near local shops and food outlets.

Discover places to stay near Bexhill Beach and enjoy exploring its fascinating rock pools at low tide.

The beach is often bustling with activities and events. However, it's worth noting that the beach may not always be safe to visit due to occasional sewage offloading into the sea. Despite this, the beach is a popular spot for dog walks and children enjoy climbing on the rocks at low tide.

What to do at Bexhill Beach?

Amenities

Bexhill Beach amenities include parking and toilet.

Restaurants

Best restaurants near Bexhill Beach include The Sackville Bistro, Rustico Neapolitan (Bexhill), Bentleys Steakhouse, Trattoria Italiana and Bentleys Smokehouse.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the beauty of the beach, with its spectacular rock pools and opportunities for long walks along the coastline, making it a great location for families and leisurely days out. Visitors also appreciate the availability of parking and the proximity of the beach to local shops. However, some visitors complain about the pebbly nature of the beach and the occasional sewage offloading into the sea, making it unsafe at times.

Where to Stay near Bexhill Beach?

If you're planning a trip to Bexhill Beach, consider staying in Bexhill-on-Sea, which offers accommodations within walking distance to the beach. Many visitors also choose to stay in nearby towns like Hastings or Eastbourne to explore the broader East Sussex area while including a visit to Bexhill Beach in their itinerary.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

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Where is Bexhill Beach?

Latitude: 50.8377167 / Longitude: 0.4771155

Bexhill Beach is located in East Sussex. The following map of Bexhill Beach shows the exact location.

Bexhill Beach: Weather Today

📅 Saturday, July 26, 2025
Today at Bexhill Beach is looking like an average beach day. The cloud cover will be considerable. There's a slight chance of rain, so it might be worth packing an umbrella just in case. The wind might be a bit strong at times. The sea temperature is 19.3 °C, so it will feel rather cool if you are planning to swim. The waves will be moderate. The maximum air temperature will be 21.3 °C. The UV index will be 6.55, so make sure to apply sun protection.
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Air

Low / High16.1°C/21.3°C
Feels Like (High)21.2°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature19.3 °C
Wave Height0.8 m
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Rain

Rain Chance20%
Rainfall0 mm
Rain Duration0 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset05:16/20:52
Sunshine Hours7.6 hrs
UV Index6.55
Cloud Cover75%
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Wind

Speed17.4 km/h
Gusts36 km/h
DirectionW

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