What is the water and sand quality of the Thorness Bay Beach?

Thorness Bay Beach has a light sand and pebble cover. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and pebbles, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes.

What are the key activities at Thorness Bay Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Thorness Bay Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Thorness Bay Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.Thorness Bay Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Thorness Bay Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Thorness Bay Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand mixed with pebbles and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Thorness Bay Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of Thorness Bay Beach is visited only by a few travellers. The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

What are the key audiences of Thorness Bay Beach?

Thorness Bay Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:<ul><li>Campers (caravans / tent) </li><li>Beachgoers with pets</li></ul>

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Thorness Bay Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Thorness Bay Beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.The Phoenix Centre, Gurnard Pines is the closest place located 2200 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Thorness Bay Beach?

There are 268 places to stay in the Thorness Bay Beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Thorness Bay Beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=821832&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">The Woodvale</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3116752&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Cowes - The Barn</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1179160&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Holly Tree House</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6081440&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Beresford81</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=7390102&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Greenwood</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8616037&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">31 Beachlands</a></li></ul>

How far is the Thorness Bay Beach from parking?

The Thorness Bay Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters.

Are there any attractions nearby Thorness Bay Beach?

There are 4 attractions near Thorness Bay Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Wight Military and Heritage Museum located in 3.5 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Thorness Bay Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Thorness Bay Beach is July. Its average value reaches 21°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 17°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 8°C and water 10°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Thorness Bay Beach (Isle of Wight) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Thorness Bay Beach (Isle of Wight) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.

Photo of Thorness Bay Beach with light sand & pebble surface

Photo of Thorness Bay Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Thorness Bay Beach with spacious shore

Photo of Thorness Bay Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Thorness Bay Beach located in natural area

Thorness Bay Beach

Gurnard, United Kingdom

6.7

#460 out of 570 in England 2

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Light sand & pebble Sand & Pebbles bottom Good for swimming Short walking distance

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Little Thorness • 0.5 km

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9.4 - Excellent 4km

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9.2 - Excellent 4.9km

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About

Thorness Bay Beach is located on the English channel (part of North Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 26th place out of 27 beaches in the Isle of Wight region The beach is located in a natural place.

Weather

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+20 ^o C +11 ^o C

Air temperature

7.2 M/S

Wind

+18 ^o C

Water temperature

1 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Little Thorness • 0.5 km

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Playground Bouldnor Mead, Yarmouth, Isle Of Wight

9.1km

Park Hamstead Heritage Coast

3.3km

Park Lepe Country Park

4.3km

Park Gull island

4.6km

Park 4th/7th RDG D-Day Memorial

4.6km

Park North Solent National Nature Reserve

5.4km

Zoo Monkey Haven - Primate Rescue Centre

7.3km

Park Exbury Gardens & Steam Railway

7.4km

Park Calshot Marshes

7.9km

Hiking Area Ashlett to Calshot Footpath

8.9km

Cafe The Phoenix Centre, Gurnard Pines

7.8 - Very good 1.5km

Cafe Gurnard Press

9.6 - Exceptional 2km

Bar Portland Inn

9 - Excellent 2km

Bar The Kingston Arms

9 - Excellent 3.4km

Bar The Rusty Nail

10 - Exceptional 3.5km

Bar Moocow

8.8 - Excellent 3.7km

Bar The Painters Arms

8.6 - Excellent 3.7km

Bar Mojac's Restaurant and Bar

9.6 - Exceptional 3.8km

Cafe Jolliffes Eatery

9.2 - Excellent 3.8km

Tourist Attraction Wight Military and Heritage Museum

9.2 - Excellent 3.3km

Tourist Attraction Rosetta Cottage

9.4 - Excellent 3.4km

Tourist Attraction Northwood House & Park

8.8 - Excellent 3.5km

Tourist Attraction St Mary the Virgin

9.4 - Excellent 3.6km

Tourist Attraction Cowes Week

9 - Excellent 3.9km

Tourist Attraction National Trust - Newtown National Nature Reserve

9.4 - Excellent 4km

Tourist Attraction St Mildred's Church

9.2 - Excellent 4.9km

Tourist Attraction Medina Riverside Park

8.4 - Very good 5.4km

Tourist Attraction Victoria Recreation Ground

8.6 - Excellent 5.7km

Historical Landmark Osborne

5.4km

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Located at nearest locality

Little Thorness • 4.1km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7 (Good)

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8.2 Very good

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East Cowes Beach

5.8 Pleasant

Popular beach 8.6km

Calshot Beach Calshot beach

7.9 Very good

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Woodside Beach

6.7 Good

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Norton Beach

5.9 Pleasant

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Hill Head beach

7.3 Good

Localities

Nearest

Little Thorness • 540m

Transport

Airport

Isle of Wight/Sandown Airport • 15.4km

Bus Station

Four Cross • 2.8km

Train Station

Haven Street Station • 10.5km

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