Beach activity guide

Best Isle of Wight beaches for kayaking

Beaches that can suit kayaking or canoeing in settled weather.

Safety notes

Check wind direction, tide and offshore conditions before launching.
Avoid inflatables and weak offshore winds.

St Helens Beach guide

St Helens Duver Beach

St Helens Duver Beach is a St Helens beach with sand and pebbles with sand/pebble seabed. Pretty good for swimming and paddling in calm water, but shallow; best around suitable tide levels.

MixedMost tidesDog-friendly year-roundNo regular lifeguards foundEasier access ToiletsCafe / restaurantIce cream 3 safety notes

Best for Family beach days · Swimming · Paddleboarding

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Fishbourne Beach guide

Woodside Beach

Woodside Beach is a Fishbourne beach with sand and pebbles with sand/pebble seabed. Quiet dip possible for competent swimmers in calm conditions; no lifeguards and limited support nearby.

MixedLow to mid tideSeasonal dog restrictionsNo regular lifeguards found Cafe / restaurant 4 safety notes

Best for Paddleboarding · Dog walking · Sunsets

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