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Southsea West Beach is a stretch of sloping shingle beach located between Southsea Castle and Lighthouse, and South Parade Pier, to the east of Portsmouth Harbour. The beach offers good views over The Solent and is an excellent spot to watch ships and ferries coming in and out of Portsmouth Harbour.
The beach is mostly shingle and slopes quite rapidly into the sea. It is backed by a promenade, which is a good place to take a stroll or go for a run. Behind the western end of the beach, The Rock Gardens provide a relaxing spot amidst tropical foliage and well-tended shrubs.
The beach offers various water activities, including swimming, paddleboarding, and windsurfing. Paddleboard rentals are available during the summer months, and lifeguards are on duty during this time to ensure safety for swimmers and beachgoers. The promenade is perfect for walking, cycling, or skating, and there are plenty of cafes, restaurants, and ice cream shops in the area.
The Pyramids, the town's largest leisure centre, features a good indoor children's play area, making it an ideal spot for families on rainy days. Canoe Lake, located just behind the beach, is a popular spot for families, offering a play area and opportunities to see various marine wildlife.
Visitors can enjoy a variety of dining experiences, from casual beach cafes to more upscale restaurants, with many offering fresh seafood and traditional British fare.
Shingle
| Today |  |
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| Chance of rain | 93% |
| Max temperature | 20°C |
| feels like | 21°C |
| Wind 18mph |  |
| Max UV Index |  |
| Tonight |  |
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| Chance of rain | % |
| Min temperature | 13°C |
| feels like | 17°C |
| Wind 14mph |  |
The tide at Southsea West Beach is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 3:47 AM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 8:53 AM.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Food available
Toilets
Shops
Parking available though a fee is charged.
Dogs welcome but check beach signs for restrictions.
No lifeguard cover at this beach
Water quality not measured here
less than a mile east-northeast as the seagull flies, less than a mile by road.
just over a mile west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 2 miles by road.
around 2 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 2 miles by road.
around 14 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 25 miles by road.
around 15 miles east as the seagull flies, around 24 miles by road.
around 17 miles east as the seagull flies, around 24 miles by road.
around 18 miles east as the seagull flies, around 24 miles by road.
around 18 miles east as the seagull flies, around 25 miles by road.
around 19 miles east as the seagull flies, around 26 miles by road.
around 20 miles east as the seagull flies, around 27 miles by road.
around 24 miles east as the seagull flies, around 31 miles by road.
around 24 miles east as the seagull flies, around 33 miles by road.
around 24 miles east as the seagull flies, around 34 miles by road.
around 29 miles east as the seagull flies, around 38 miles by road.
around 30 miles east as the seagull flies, around 39 miles by road.
around 3 miles west as the seagull flies, around 15 miles by road or 5 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 3 miles east as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road or 5 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 4 miles east as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road or 5 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 4 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 14 miles by road or 7 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 5 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 17 miles by road or 9 miles on foot using coastal paths.
Location: Southsea, Portsmouth
Location type: Urban
OS Grid: SZ650980
Coordinates: 50°46'43"N 1°4'41"W
Mapcode: GBR BDH.473
What 3 Words: sheets.edge.thin
Coordinates and location codes are for an approximate mid-point of the beach, and may not reflect the best access point or the most popular part of the beach.
Country: England
Local Authority: Portsmouth
Nearest postcode: PO4 0SN
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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