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Weston Hard Beach

(Woolston Beach)

Hampshire, England

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Weston Hard Beach is a small beach located at the mouth of the River Itchen in Hampshire, England. .

Weston Hard Beach is situated underneath the Itchen Bridge, where the River Itchen flows into the Solent. The beach is characterised by a small marina and slipway, providing access to the water for various activities.

Although not directly adjacent to Weston Hard Beach, Calshot Beach is a nearby beach worth mentioning. Located on a shingle spit on the Hampshire coast, Calshot Beach offers rows of multi-coloured beach huts, stunning views of the Solent, Southampton, and the Isle of Wight. The beach is popular with windsurfers and kitesurfers, and provides safe swimming in the lagoon. Visitors can also hire kayaks or engage in windsurfing activities.

The Calshot Sailing Club is located on the beach, offering a welcoming clubhouse and a range of sailing activities for families. The surrounding area also features a large saltmarsh, providing a habitat for various wildlife. In December 2022, the rare sighting of Thor the Walrus was reported in the area.

While Weston Hard Beach itself is a small and relatively undeveloped beach, Calshot Beach is dog-friendly, although visitors are advised to keep an eye out for signs indicating areas where dogs must be kept on a lead.

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Weather and tides for Thursday 4 June

Today
Chance of rain 76%
Max temperature 17°C
feels like 17°C
Wind 19mph
Max UV Index
Tonight
Chance of rain 65%
Min temperature 11°C
feels like 12°C
Wind 15mph

The tide at Weston Hard Beach is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 4:10 AM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 7:29 AM.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

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Things to do and see in the area

Powerboat Days (1.2 miles)
Solent Boat Charters & Training (1.3 miles)
Duck-2-Water (1.8 miles)
Britannia Chauffeurs (1.8 miles)
Other World Escapes (1.9 miles)
Houdini's Escape Room Experience (2.4 miles)
Elusion Rooms (2.5 miles)
Universal Yacht Charter - Day Sailing (2.5 miles)
Hamble-Warsash Ferry (3.4 miles)
Blue Box Experiences (3.5 miles)

All distances are approximate

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Location: Weston, Southampton

Location type: Urban

OS Grid: SU444095

Coordinates: 50°53'2"N 1°22'10"W

Mapcode: GBR 883.GL5

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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: Southampton

Nearest postcode: SO19 9NU

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