Pebbles Fish and Wine Bar (Hampshire)

Stokes Bay Beach has to be one of the longest shingle beaches I’ve ever seen, stretching from Lee on the Solent to the Stokes Bay Harbour Entrance. There is a large car park and when you step out of the car all you see is sky and beach for miles in either direction. There are great facilities here and the beach is popular for swimming, sailing, fishing, canoeing, other water sports, and next to the beach Stanley Park which is home to wildlife and bird life and a lovely place to walk. If you are thinking of eating out try Pebbles Fish and Wine Bar in the bay which has stunning views across the water to the Isle of Wight and a great wine cellar and menu! Facilities at the beach include car park, cafe and restaurants, toilets (incl. disabled), BBQ areas, slipway and a variety of shops. Entertainment options also include ‘Pirates Cove’ child play facility, paddling pool, putting green, tennis courts and golf club.

Lee-on-Solent Beach is a shingle beach in a quiet town but does offers a lot of watersports. Whether you’re swimming, sailing, canoeing, surfing, fishing or jet skiing this beach is for you. There is a promenade to walk and a lovely open cliff top walk from the Angling Clubs car park. Parking is good but there is no lifeguard cover. Facilities include parking, shops, restaurant, cafe, toilets, slipway and children’s play area.

Hill Head beach is also known as Salterns Park, the beach is shingle with groynes. This beach is bordered by Salterns Park and offers great promenade walks as well as the grassy area of the park to laze in.  There is also the Haven Nature Reserve nearby and the beach is of special interest with good wildlife habitats and Brent geese.  Great for birdwatchers and those just wanting an interesting day out in the fresh air. There are good facilities and the beach is recommended for swimming, sailing, wind surfing and fishing. Large grass area for rigging kites but keep away from the children.s play area. Car park, toilets, children’s play area.