A clean, safe and sandy beach runs the length of the town of Weymouth, situated 8 miles south of Dorchester and 5 miles north of the Isle of Portland. Weymouth has had a strong tourism tradition since the 18th century and the beach remains a busy place, home to a sand sculptor, a Punch and Judy show, a helter-skelter, swing boats and donkey rides.
It is popular with both swimmers and water sports enthusiasts and the waters of Weymouth and Portland, credited by the Royal Yachting Association as the best in Northern Europe, will host the sailing events of the 2012 Olympics. As well as water sports the beach plays host to a number of beach volleyball and handball events each year including the international handball championships.
The beach at Weymouth is also home to an international kite festival which can attract up to 40 000 spectators each May.
Type of Beach
Sand & shingle
Lifeguard Service
There is a seasonal lifeguard service
Dog Friendly?
Dogs are not permitted on the main sections of Weymouth Central or Lodmoor between 1st May and 30th September.
Facilities
Toilets. disabled facilities and access. first aid post. lost child centre. cafe/restaurants. shops. slipway. beach huts. deckchair hire. pedalo hire and a promenade
Parking
There is parking for 3.000 cars at the beach. including disabled spaces. There is a charge for using the car park.
Directions
Weymouth is signposted from junction 25 of the M5 or via the M27. A31. A35. A354. Pedestrian/visitor access to the beach is available from the promenade
Nearest Town
WeymouthOther beaches near Weymouth Beach
Weymouth Beach tide times
Fri 26th April
Low 1:14am (1.03m)
High 6:47am (5.22m)
Low 1:30pm (1.06m)
High 7:04pm (5.25m)Sat 27th April
Low 1:47am (1.11m)
High 7:19am (5.12m)
Low 2:03pm (1.19m)
High 7:38pm (5.15m)Sun 28th April
Low 2:22am (1.24m)
High 7:55am (4.95m)
Low 2:39pm (1.38m)
High 8:15pm (5.00m)Mon 29th April
Low 3:01am (1.42m)
High 8:35am (4.73m)
Low 3:19pm (1.60m)
High 9:00pm (4.80m)
