Swanage Beaches

Sitting at the eastern the Jurassic Coast, Swanage offers a charming escape with its pretty town and stunning array of beaches. From the sheltered sands of Studland and Swanage Bays to the dramatic cliffs at Dancing Ledge and Old Harry Rocks, each spot presents a unique slice of Dorset's natural beauty.

Whether you are looking for a great family beach with the reassurance of a Blue Flag Award, a naturist hotspot or somewhere rugged and off the beaten track, you'll find it near Swanage.

Best beaches in & around Swanage

  • Swanage Beach

    Swanage Bay

    Swanage Beach is a fine sandy beach that has been awarded Blue Flag status for its cleanliness and amenities

  • Studland Beach

    studland dunes
    Studland Beach is recognised as one of the finest beaches in UK. Clean, sandy, long, backing onto a Wildlife reserve, what more could you ask for?

  • Chapman's Pool

    chapmans cove cliffs

    Chapman's Pool is a small cove cut into the steep cliffs near the imposing St Aldhelm's Head. The geology is similar to Lulworth Cove in that the sea has eroded the hard outer rocks and is now rapidly (in geological terms) eroding the softer limestone to form a horseshoe shaped cove.

  • Sandbanks Beach

    Sandbanks beach
    Sandbanks Beach is backed by some of the most expensive property in Europe, this may give an indication of the quality of the beach. Long, sandy and winner of numerous blue flag awards