Whether you’re planning a beach day or a little break away, Hampshire is home to some stunning beaches that are well worth visiting this summer!
If you’ve booked one of the many holidays in Hampshire on offer this summer or later in the year, or you simply fancy visiting a new beach in the UK, we’ve put together a small guide of just some of the many beaches found in Hampshire, perfect for a seaside trip with the family.
So, if you’re ready to find somewhere to explore this year, keep reading.
Lepe Beach
Lepe Beach forms part of Lepe Country Park, which is situated within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
You can see across the sea from the beach to the Isle of Wight. On your visit, you explore the coastline via one of the many coastal walks on offer, all of which feature pine-fridged cliffs and D-day remains, and beautiful wildflower meadows.
There’s a main swimming area if you fancy a spot of wild swimming. You could also kayak, canoe, fish, or windsurf here.
You can also find facilities close to the beach such as toilets, disabled facilities, a café and a first aid point.
- Beach type – Sand and shingle
- Water quality – five stars
- Lifeguard – No
- Parking – There are pay and display parking dotted around near the beach
- Postcode – SO45 1AD
Hayling Island
The beach on Hayling Island is almost five miles long and popular with visitors looking to fish, sail, swim, water ski, and even windsurfing. The beach is backed by heathland and grassy areas with marked paths for walking. The beach itself is accessible for pushchairs and wheelchairs, with boardwalks over the shingle.
The area features amusement arcades, fairground facilities, a skate park, a children’s play area, and a volleyball court. Amenities include toilets, beach huts, tourist information, bars, cafes, kiosks, restaurants, ample parking, and bus access. Open-air markets and car boot sales are held throughout the year.
- Beach type – Pebble
- Water quality – five stars
- Lifeguard – Yes
- Parking – There is a car park available near the beach
- Postcode – PO11 0AJ
Barton-On-Sea Beach
Located near Christchurch, Barton-On-Sea is a small stretch of shingle and rock beach backed by high cliffs.
If you’re looking for a coastal walk with great views, Barton-On-Sea offers some amazing walks with views of Hengistbury Head, the Solent, and the Isle of Wight – what will you spot first?
Many visitors like to go kayaking, canoeing, and swimming at the beach. There is a café at the top of the cliffs, where they can eat with a sea view.
- Beach type – Shingle
- Water quality – five stars
- Lifeguard – No
- Parking – A car park with 200 spaces is located at the cliff top, which includes disabled parking spaces
- Postcode – BH25 7DZ
Now you know of some beaches in Hampshire, will you be visiting any on your next trip to the county? Will you go for a beach day or a staycation for a weekend or week? The choice, as ever, is yours!
