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Weymouth Lodmoor Beach, also referred to as Preston Beach, is a shingle beach approximately one kilometre wide, stretching from Greenhill to Bowleaze Cove. The beach is backed by a promenade and the Lodmoor Nature Reserve. The waters are relatively shallow, with a reef located close to the shore, making it a popular spot for sea anglers and dog walkers.
The beach is less crowded compared to other beaches in Weymouth, and it features a larger dog exercise area, making it a preferred choice for dog owners during the summer months. The adjacent RSPB Lodmoor reserve is a Site of Special Scientific Interest, offering a haven for wildlife, including one of the largest tern colonies in the south-west. Visitors can explore the reserve via a nature trail.
Unlike Weymouth Central Beach, which has more facilities such as disabled toilets, Weymouth Lodmoor Beach provides a more rural experience. Those seeking a wider range of facilities and amusements can find them at Weymouth Central Beach, located further down the coast.
Weymouth Lodmoor Beach is adjacent to the South West Coast Path.
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| Today | |
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| Chance of rain | 91% |
| Max temperature | 17°C |
| feels like | 17°C |
| Wind 24mph | |
| Max UV Index |
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| Chance of rain | 43% |
| Min temperature | 11°C |
| feels like | 11°C |
| Wind 21mph |
The tide at Weymouth Lodmoor Beach is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 9:45 AM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 2:28 PM.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
There are 3 car parks close to Preston beach. Lodmoor car park has disabled spaces and toilets. The beach car park at Overcombe has toilets as you leave the car park (just before the beach).
Dogs are allowed here but restriction apply for Weymouth Beach further south.
Beach cleaned daily during the summer
No lifeguard cover at this beach
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Excellent water quality
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Greenhill Gardens (0.6 miles)
Gladstones Family Jewellers (1.3 miles)
Stuart Wiltshire Glass (1.4 miles)
Nothe Fort (1.4 miles)
Nothe Gardens (1.5 miles)
Weymouth Harbour (1.5 miles)
Weymouth Bay Rib Charters (1.6 miles)
Jurassic Safari (2.4 miles)
Chesil Bank (Chesil Beach) (3.6 miles)
The Beachside (230 yards)
All distances are approximate
less than a mile northeast as the seagull flies, less than a mile by road.
less than a mile southwest as the seagull flies, less than a mile by road.
just over a mile northeast as the seagull flies, just over a mile by road.
just over a mile south-southwest as the seagull flies, just over a mile by road.
around 2 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 3 miles by road.
around 3 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 3 miles by road.
around 4 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 4 miles by road.
around 4 miles east as the seagull flies, around 6 miles by road.
around 5 miles south as the seagull flies, around 6 miles by road.
around 6 miles south as the seagull flies, around 8 miles by road.
around 7 miles east as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road or 9 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 7 miles east as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road or 9 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 7 miles east as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road or 9 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 8 miles east as the seagull flies, around 14 miles by road or 11 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 13 miles west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 17 miles by road.
around 14 miles east as the seagull flies, around 22 miles by road or 18 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 15 miles west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 22 miles by road.
around 15 miles west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 23 miles by road.
around 16 miles west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 23 miles by road.
around 18 miles west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 25 miles by road.
Location: Overcombe, Weymouth
Location type: Urban
OS Grid: SY690809
Coordinates: 50°37'39"N 2°26'22"W
Mapcode: GBR PY.Y798
What 3 Words: gossip.upper.depravity
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.
County: Dorset
Country: England
Local Authority: Weymouth and Portland
Nearest postcode: DT4 7SX
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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