Stokes Bay Beach
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.

Why not check other beaches nearby as we have 3 beaches around Gosport, 16 beaches in Hampshire, or check our list of Hampshire Dog Friendly Beaches.
Visit Stokes Bay Beach
Beach Water Quality
- Excellent: the highest classification meaning the water is cleanest
- Good: generally good water quality
- Sufficient: meets minimum standards
- Poor: You are advised not to swim. The beach will stay open and an action plan should be in place to improve the water quality.
7 Day Weather Forecast

Expect a temp in the range 16℃ to 17.3℃ with wind speed 4.4 m/sec (WNW)

Expect a temp in the range 14.7℃ to 16.8℃ with wind speed 3 m/sec (NNE)

Expect a temp in the range 15.6℃ to 17.9℃ with wind speed 4.6 m/sec (NNW)

Expect a temp in the range 15.7℃ to 16.8℃ with wind speed 4.2 m/sec (ESE)

Expect a temp in the range 16.6℃ to 18℃ with wind speed 2.1 m/sec (WSW)

Expect a temp in the range 18.3℃ to 19.3℃ with wind speed 1.7 m/sec (ESE)

Expect a temp in the range 18.6℃ to 20℃ with wind speed 2.5 m/sec (NW)
Gosport weather forecast from Yr, delivered by the Norwegian Meteorological Institute and NRK
Stokes Bay Beach Tide Times
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