Weymouth Beach

About

This award-winning sandy beach is overlooked by a magnificent Georgian seafront, located at the heart of the Jurassic Coast. 

Originally made popular by the frequent visits of King George III in the late 1700’s, for him to enjoy the health benefits of bathing in its coastal waters, Weymouth soon became a popular destination for all and has remained one of the country’s top traditional seaside resorts.

Weymouth’s sheltered bay, gradual sloping seabed and exquisite waters offer swimmers, bathers and water sports enthusiasts idyllic and safe conditions to suit every taste. The internationally recognised beach is a frequent host to festivals, sporting championships and a wide range of events for all to enjoy. An ideal destination for families, with attractions such as, Punch and Judy, donkeys, children’s rides and pedalos, so plenty to keep the young ones occupied.

Weymouth Beach has had many annual accolades for its management, cleanliness, information provision and safety for over 20 years including Blue Flag, Seaside Awards and Quality Coast Awards. In addition it has consistently been recognised as one of the top beaches in the UK by the Marine Conservation Society Good Beach Guide and TripAdvisor.

Between May and September RNLI Lifeguards, First Aid, accessible facilities, Lost Children Services and Beach Attendants are all in place to ensure you and your family can enjoy your day out in safety.

A gentle stroll from the beach is the Weymouth’s historic harbour overlooked by quaint restaurants, cafes and craft shops, with only a short stroll to the town’s high street and shopping centre.  Whether to experience a bucketful of fun, get your feet wet, or just soak up the sun, Weymouth beach is the perfect place to be.

The adjoining shingle beaches at Greenhill and Preston offer a quieter option, away from the bustle of Weymouth resort beach with access to various water sports at Overcombe and Bowleaze further around the bay.

Dogs welcome all year round within a specific area close to the Pavillion. Dogs are also welcome off lead on the central and Greenhill beaches between 1 October and 30 April. There are no restrictions from Preston Beach through to Bowleaze. Dogs should be on lead at all times on the esplanade.

Type of beach: Sandy.

Lifeguards: Yes, between 1st May - 26th September 2021, daily 10am - 6pm. 

Toilets: Yes. Numerous toilets and baby changing facilities throughout town and along the beachfront.

Accessible facilities: Flat sandy beach accessible by ramp and some matting in places. A beach wheelchair is free to hire from beach control wardens along seafront. Accessible toilets throughout town and along the seafront. Changing Places toilet at Kings Statue DT4 7AN.

Parking: Car parks in town and on the harbourside.

Dogs: No dogs on main beach from 1st May to 30th September. Dogs permitted all year round within an allocated dog exercise area at the Pavilion end of the beach.