Beach guide
Quieter beaches and coves for walks, low-tide exploring and less resort-heavy days.
These beaches are quieter because they usually ask more from the visitor: a walk in, fewer facilities, more tide planning or more awkward access. They are better for prepared walkers than for families who need toilets and food directly on the sand.
Monks Bay is a Bonchurch beach with small gravel/pebble beach with pebbly seabed. Can be good for a quiet dip for competent swimmers in calm conditions; rocky underfoot and unlifeguarded.
Priory Bay is a Seaview beach with sandy bay at low tide with some woodland-backed shingle and organic debris. Better for paddling and quiet dips than serious swimming; shallow at low tide.
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.