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Weymouth Beach
Weymouth beach in July 2011.jpg
Weymouth beach in July 2011
Location Weymouth
Coordinates 50°36′41″N 2°27′09″W / 50.6113°N 2.4525°W / 50.6113; -2.4525
Geology Beach
Access The Esplanade

Weymouth Beach is a lovely, curving sandy beach. It is located in Weymouth Bay, right next to the town of Weymouth in Dorset, England. A wide walkway called The Esplanade runs along the beach.

This beach is a very popular place for swimming in the sea. Even King George III used to visit it. He came here when he was feeling unwell. The King called Weymouth his 'first resort'. He helped make sea bathing very popular in the area. Doctors advised King George III to try the waters. This was after he first became ill with porphyria.

The sand at Weymouth Beach is perfect for building sandcastles. It was even voted the best for this! You can also visit Sandworld nearby. This place has amazing sculptures made entirely from sand.

Weymouth Beach is very wide and gently slopes into the sea. It has golden sand and shallow waters. The waves are usually small and calm. Besides swimming, the large beach is used for other fun activities. These include beach motocross and volleyball.

Fun Things to Do at the Beach

Weymouth Beach offers many classic English seaside attractions. These are available during the summer season.

  • You can enjoy donkey rides along the sand.
  • Watch a traditional Punch and Judy puppet show.
  • See amazing sand sculptures created by artists.
  • Kids can jump on trampolines.
  • There is also a small funfair for children to enjoy.

Exploring the Ends of the Beach

At the southern end of the beach, you will find Weymouth Pier. This pier is home to the Pavilion Theatre. It also has the Weymouth Sea Life Tower. This tower offers great views.

At the northeastern end of the beach is the area called Greenhill. Beyond Greenhill, you can find Furzy Cliff and Bowleaze Cove.

Gallery

In 2011, new structures were built. They connect the promenade and the beach. These structures look like upturned boats. Local businesses developed them. They have been very successful and popular.

  • Weymouth Beach - geograph.org.uk - 372437

    A view of Weymouth Beach.

  • Weymouth beach

    Weymouth Beach seen from the south. This was on the town's carnival day.

  • Weymouth Beach

    A view of the beach looking south. This is from The Esplanade.

  • Punch and Judy, Weymouth Beach - geograph.org.uk - 234079

    Punch and Judy show on Weymouth Beach.

  • Weymouth Beach Laser

    Weymouth Beach Laser.

  • Weymouth Beach 24072012

    A view of Weymouth Beach in 2012.

See also

Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Playa de Weymouth para niños

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