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Withernsea Beach

East Riding of Yorkshire, England


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Withernsea Beach is a popular seafront destination located on the Holderness coast in East Yorkshire, offering a range of amenities and activities for visitors.

Withernsea Beach is a long sandy resort beach situated on the Yorkshire coast, stretching for one kilometre in length. The beach is part of a larger strip of sand and shingle that runs for miles in both directions.

The beach is backed by a seafront promenade, which has been attractively redeveloped and features numerous cafes, fish and chip shops, and pubs. Visitors can also explore the 19th-century Pier Towers, which mark the spot of the old pier, and the Lighthouse Museum. The Pavilion Leisure Centre is another popular attraction in the area.

Sailing and windsurfing are both popular activities at Withernsea Beach, and a lifeboat rescue service is stationed at the beach. During the summer months, the beach is patrolled by lifeguards, providing an added layer of safety for visitors.

Dogs are restricted in parts of the beach during the summer holidays, specifically between May 1st and September 30th, in the area between the first groyne north of the access ramp opposite Seaside Road and the beach access steps at Pier Tower. The beach is also home to an RNLI station and a boating club.

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Weather and tides for Thursday 17 September

Today
Chance of rain 75%
Max temperature 19°C
feels like 18°C
Wind 19mph
Max UV Index
Tonight
Chance of rain %
Min temperature 12°C
feels like 13°C
Wind 17mph

The tide at Withernsea Beach is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 4:16 PM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 10:15 PM.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

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Location: Withernsea

Location type: Town

OS Grid: TA344280

Coordinates: 53°43'52"N 0°2'9"E

Mapcode: GBR XTP9.L7

What 3 Words: ankle.proven.duos

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: East Riding of Yorkshire

Parish: Withernsea

Nearest postcode: HU19 2DN

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Visitor information for Withernsea Beach, East Riding of Yorkshire, England. Weather, tides, visitor comments, beach facilities, photos, nearest postcode, beach information and nearby accommodation.

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