Highcliffe Castle Beach

Located in Christchurch, United Kingdom, Highcliffe Castle Beach is a sandy beach renowned for its picturesque views of the Isle of Wight. The beach provides a safe and clean environment for swimming. The Steamer Point Nature Reserve, situated next to the beach, is a protected area that provides a habitat for local wildlife. The beach has amenities such as bars, restaurants, and toilets, and parking is available for 100 cars, including spaces for disabled individuals. Between certain dates and times, horses are not allowed on the beach. Additionally, barbecues, open fires, fire pits, and fire bowls are prohibited due to the surrounding cliff habitats being Sites of Special Scientific Interest. Highcliffe Castle Beach is a designated bathing beach, and dogs can roam off-lead all year round. However, there is no lifeguard service available. Beachgoers can use the Beach Check app to obtain information on the beach's traffic, lifeguard status, and byelaws for exercising dogs.