Isle of Wight, England, United Kingdom

Thorness Bay Beach

Thorness Bay Beach is a peaceful beach located near the 'Ocean View' part of Thorness Bay Holiday Park. The beach is characterized by its fine rocks and shingles, with a small area of sand. The beach is not suitable for swimming but it is dog-friendly and has grassy areas for visitors to enjoy.

Explore accommodation options near Thorness Bay Beach and enjoy the peaceful surroundings and grassy areas perfect for a relaxing getaway.

The beach is accessible through a holiday camp site with winding, one-way roads. The beach has been the subject of a clean-up effort, with numerous dog poo bins and a large skip for rubbish disposal. The nearby camping area has facilities such as a pool and entertainment options. However, visitors are advised to respect the facilities to ensure everyone can enjoy them.

What to do at Thorness Bay Beach?

Amenities

Thorness Bay Beach amenities include parking.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the peacefulness and cleanliness of the beach, with its fine rocks, shingles, and small sandy areas being appreciated. The beach's dog-friendly nature and the good facilities, including a pool and entertainment at the nearby camping area, are also praised. However, visitors complain about the difficulty in finding the beach due to poor signage and the lack of respect shown by some campers towards the toilet facilities.

Where to Stay near Thorness Bay Beach?

If you’re planning a trip to Thorness Bay Beach, consider staying at the Thorness Bay Holiday Park, which offers accommodations within walking distance of the beach. Many visitors also explore nearby towns like Cowes and Newport, known for their vibrant atmosphere and additional attractions.

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

Where is Thorness Bay Beach?

Latitude: 50.7401455 / Longitude: -1.3520433

Thorness Bay Beach is located in Isle of Wight. The following map of Thorness Bay Beach shows the exact location.


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Thorness Bay Beach: Weather Today

📅 Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Today offers a rather mixed day at the beach that is better suited for a brisk walk along the shore than for swimming or sunbathing. With a maximum air temperature of 20.2 °C and quite a lot of cloud cover drifting across the sky, conditions remain cool. The breeze is noticeably active today, creating some movement on the water, while the waves remain gentle. Since the water temperature is 15.8 °C, the sea is definitely too cold for swimming, so it is best to stay dry on the sand. While the lack of rain makes it a decent day to enjoy the fresh air, the combination of strong winds and limited sunshine means you will likely want to pack a windbreaker if you head out to the coast.
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Air

Low / High14.1°C/20.2°C
Feels Like (High)20.3°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature15.8 °C
Wave Height0.5 m
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Rain

Rain Chance4%
Rainfall0 mm
Rain Duration0 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset04:51/21:20
Sunshine Hours9.0 hrs
UV Index5.9
Cloud Cover72%
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Wind

Speed21.6 km/h
Gusts39.2 km/h
DirectionW

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