Hengistbury Head Beach and Reserve

The Hengistbury Head Beach is a south facing sand and pebbled beach with relatively safe swimming, but with no lifeguard cover at any time. Swimming near the cliffs can be very dangerous but paddling in the shallows is considered very safe and you will find plenty of families doing just that on sunny days.

Immediate vicinity amenities to the beach include modern accessible toilet block and a windsurf hire school. You need to make arrangements with the school in advance if you wish to start learning or use their equipment.