Visit Gurnard Beach
Gurnard Beach is a shingle beach with great views of the Solent just to the west of Cowes on the Isle of Wight. It is popular with families for bathing and water sports and throughout the summer and holidaymakers can enjoy the sailing events that take place.
The Gurnard Sailing Club an RYA recognised training centre on the sea front offers lessons for both Children and adults.
There are local restaurants to sit and watch the boats sailing by or take a stroll along the esplanade to Cowes.
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Getting To Gurnard Beach
Beach Location
Shore Road, Gurnard, Isle of Wight, PO31 8LD
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Gurnard Beach Dogs Policy
Dogs are welcome at Gurnard Beach, but seasonal restrictions apply.
Dogs are restricted in the summer break on the main bathing area from 1 May to 30 September, between Shore Road slipway and Princes Esplanade.
Outside these dates, dogs are welcome again. Nearby sections stay open even in summer, so walkies are never fully cancelled. A calm, pebble beach that’s great for sniffing and sunsets.
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