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Cowes & Gurnard Beaches
Gurnard is a small pleasant resort to the west of Cowes. The gently shelving beach consists of sand and shingle and is ideal for family bathing with gentle water sports such as dinghy sailing and windsurfing. During the summer season Gurnard beach is litter picked on a daily basis and large amounts of seaweed are removed and taken to local farmers for use as compost. Emergency equipment such as Lifebelts are strategically located along the Esplanade in order to ensure safety at any time of the year.
Gurnard is well served with a café and local public house supplying you with delightful food and plenty of refreshments.
Since 1999 Gurnard has not only been able to fly the Seaside Award Flag but has also been successful in displaying its Water Quality award.
Like anywhere, Gurnard has its natural hazards so be sure to read the safety guidelines and have a good time.
For further information on this resort please phone 01983 823368 someone is always available from Monday to Friday to help you with your enquiries.
Should you need to report a problem such as broken glass or damage to premises, the Isle of Wight Council provides an emergency service for these type of problems. The number to call out of hours is 01983 821105.
- Colwell Bay
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This small and sandy beach is tucked away on the quiter west coast of the Island with panoramic views of the Solent.
- Compton Bay
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Compton Bay is a sandy beach located beside the coast road between Freshwater Bay and Brook.
- Cowes & Gurnard Beaches
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Gurnard is a small pleasant resort to the west of Cowes.
- Freshwater Bay
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Freshwater Bay is a small sand and shingle bay adjacent to bus route, car park, coastal walks, nature trail, golf course, refreshments and toilet.
- Ryde Beach
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Ryde Beach is situated to the north of Ryde Town Centre and is accessible by either foot, car, public transport or our delightful Dotto Train.
- Sandown Beach
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Sandown is the best place to have fun beside the sea safely.
- Shanklin Beach
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Shanklin beach forms part of Sandown Bay which is famous for its Sandy beach and safe bathing areas.
- St Helens Beach
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St Helens Beach can be accessed by either foot or car.
- Totland Bay
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Totland Bay is stuated on the West side of the Island where families enjoy the delightful beach. Under the Seaside award criteria.
- Ventnor Beach
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Ventnor is a sun trap bay sheltered by high cliffs on which the terraced town is built.
- Yaverland Beach
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Yaverland is easily accessible by car or foot. Ample parking and only 1.5k from Sandown Town Centre.
- Bembridge
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Bembridge hosts several quiet beaches of pebble and sand, suitable for swimming except unsafe in harbour - use the beach adjacent to the east.