Southbourne Beach is a sandy and partially shingled beach situated in the town of Southbourne, Bournemouth, Dorset, in the United Kingdom. The beach can be accessed via the Fisherman's Walk nature trail, which connects Fisherman's Avenue and Portman Crescent in Southbourne, and leads to Southbourne Grove.
Southbourne Beach is a popular destination for families, and offers a variety of amenities including kiosks, pubs, baby changing facilities, lost children centers, and lifeguards during the season. During the summer, there are restrictions on cycling, skating, skateboarding, and e-scooters on the promenade, and dogs are only allowed in designated areas.
Visitors can park in the small car park or on the cliff top for free, but it is recommended to arrive early. The beach has unisex wheelchair-accessible toilets, and has been awarded the Blue Flag award multiple times. There are also amenities on the beach such as bars and restaurants.
Southbourne Beach is a great place to spend a day with family or friends, enjoying the sun, sea, and sand.
Southbourne Beach amenities include toilet.
You can enjoy a refreshing drink at one of the bars situated on the beach.
You can enjoy one of the restaurants at the beach while soaking up the sun.
Visitor reviews highlight that the beach has beautiful sand and stunning views, and is dog-friendly. Visitors also appreciate the availability of toilets and nearby shops. However, some visitors complain about the lack of food and drink options and poor phone network coverage on the beach.
If you’re planning a trip to Southbourne Beach, consider staying in Southbourne itself for easy access to the sandy shores and local amenities. Alternatively, the nearby town of Bournemouth offers a wide range of accommodation options and is just a short drive away, making it a convenient base for exploring the broader area.
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Latitude: 50.7190687 / Longitude: -1.7930631
Southbourne Beach is located in Bournemouth. The following map of Southbourne Beach shows the exact location.
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| Low / High | 17.6°C/23.8°C |
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| Feels Like (High) | 22.8°C |
| Sea Temperature | 19.4 °C |
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| Wave Height | 0.4 m |
| Rain Chance | 8% |
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| Rainfall | 0 mm |
| Rain Duration | 0 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 05:26/21:01 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 13.1 hrs |
| UV Index | 5.65 |
| Cloud Cover | 67% |
| Speed | 17.7 km/h |
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| Gusts | 34.9 km/h |
| Direction | NW |
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