About
Shore Road Beach in Poole is a great beach. Featuring a large expanse of gently sloping golden sand that leads into a gradually shelving seabed, it offers a safe and welcoming environment. This beach is equipped with numerous facilities, including a lifeguard service during the summer months.
Though Shore Road Beach is often grouped together with Sandbanks Beach, it is officially a distinct beach in its own right. It boasts its own Blue Flag status and a dedicated beach office. Nevertheless, many locals and visitors consider it to be the eastern extension of Sandbanks Beach.
Shore Road Beach: A Hub for Water Sports
For water sports enthusiasts, Shore Road Beach offers a dedicated ramp area, making it convenient and safe to access the water for activities like kitesurfing, wing foiling, efoiling, windsurfing, and paddleboarding. This setup ensures both participants and nearby swimmers enjoy a safer experience.
Like all Blue Flag beaches in the area, Shore Road Beach includes essential amenities such as a toilet block. Its comprehensive facilities make it a top pick for families, contributing to its popularity.
Parking:
During the busy summer months, parking can be a challenge. The nearby Shore Road Car Park, with only 72 spaces, fills up quickly. Even the larger Sandbanks car park often reaches capacity early in the day. Planning ahead is advisable to make the most of your visit.
Dive Location Features
This is a old outfall pipe going out about 270yds from the shoreline it is marked at the seaward end by a fixed buoy. Kelp and variety of other weeds grow on it giving marine animals somewhere to shelter and make home on a otherwise desert of sand surrounding the area. Maximum depth on this dive is 7m
Dive Type: Beach, Reef
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Facilities
- 🎓 Training
- 🚿 Shower
- ☕ Café
- 🅿️ Pay & Display
- 🛒 Shop
Shore Road Car Park