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Photo of Eype beach with very clean level of cleanliness

7.6

Very good

Eype beach

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Eype beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Eype beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Eype House Holiday Park is the closest place located 300 meters from the beach.

Q: What is the closest accommodation to the Eype beach?

There are 312 places to stay in the Eype beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Eype beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=121706&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Eype's Mouth Country Hotel</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6740824&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Bridport Arms Hotel</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=4854512&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Heatherbell Cottage Guest Accommodation</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2526415&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">6 Driftwood</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=9666501&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">9 The Old Shipyard</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5415062&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">2 Driftwood</a></li></ul>

West Bay, United Kingdom

#198 out of 570 in England

7.6

Very good

Free entrance Virgin beach Picturesque Easy access Brown pebble Pebbles bottom Short walking distance

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Located outside the settlement

Eype • 0.6 km

Map of beach

Coffee Shop Eype Eats

9.4 - Excellent 180m

Cafe Eype House Holiday Park

8.8 - Excellent 240m

Restaurant Admiral's Restaurant and Bar

10 - Exceptional 460m

Cafe West Beach Cafe Bar

9.2 - Excellent 540m

Cafe Windy Corner Cafe

9 - Excellent 600m

Cafe Catch of The Bay Cafe

8.2 - Very good 640m

Restaurant Rachel's

9.4 - Excellent 650m

Bar Nauticles

670m

Bar Martin's Bar and Restaurant

8.4 - Very good 690m

Hiking Area West Bay promenade

130m

Park Asker's Meadow

2.2km

Hiking Area Colmer's Hill

2.4km

Park Chideock Manor Gardens

3.1km

Farm Bredy Farm

5.4km

Hiking Area Stonebarrow National Trust

6.1km

Park Park Here for Westhay Farm

6.1km

Hiking Area Stonebarrow Hill

6.8km

Park Charmouth Recreation Ground

7.8km

Playground The Little Fire Station Soft Play

680m

Playground West Bay Play Area

990m

Playground St Mary's Park

2.1km

Swimming Pool Jurassic Fun Centre

8.8 - Excellent 2.4km

Playground Burton Bradstock Play Area

3.4km

Playground Port Lane Play Area

4.1km

Dog Park Wiggle Tails

6.2km

Playground Play park

7km

Playground Charmouth Children's Playground

7.9km

Convenience Store Nisa Local

610m

Supermarket SPAR Highlands End Holiday Park

680m

Store Groves Nurseries

8.8 - Excellent 1.5km

Supermarket Morrisons

1.9km

Supermarket SPAR at Golden Cap Holiday Park

2km

Supermarket Londis

2km

Supermarket Waitrose & Partners Bridport

2.4km

Ice Cream Shop Baboo Gelato Morcombelake

10 - Exceptional 3.9km

Bakery Town Mill Bakery

9.4 - Excellent 9.8km

Tourist Attraction West Bay (West Beach) CoastSnap

9.8 - Exceptional 610m

Tourist Attraction West Bay

670m

Tourist Attraction Downhouse Farm Cottage

10 - Exceptional 710m

Tourist Attraction Boat renting

770m

Tourist Attraction West Bay Discovery Centre

9.4 - Excellent 850m

Tourist Attraction West Bay (East Beach) CoastSnap

10 - Exceptional 1km

Tourist Attraction Bridport Museum

9 - Excellent 2.4km

Tourist Attraction The National Trust

9.6 - Exceptional 3.6km

Tourist Attraction National Trust - Burton Bradstock

3.9km

Historical Landmark Thorncombe Beacon

520m

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About

Eype beach is located on the English channel (part of North Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 19th place out of 32 beaches in the Dorset region The beach is located in a natural place with very picturesque views, among the mountains.

It is a long lasting coastline with crystal blue water and brown pebble, so it is recommended to wear special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season. Please note that the area nearby is possible for wild camping.

Eype beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

5 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Bridport beach Front, which has a rating of 8.3.

Eype beach (Dorset) region (Jurassic coast sub-region) is located outside the Eype settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Eype beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.

Weather

history

+21 ^o C +13 ^o C

Air temperature

9.1 M/S

Wind

+16 ^o C

Water temperature

1.3 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Eype • 0.6 km

Map of beach

Coffee Shop Eype Eats

9.4 - Excellent 180m

Cafe Eype House Holiday Park

8.8 - Excellent 240m

Restaurant Admiral's Restaurant and Bar

10 - Exceptional 460m

Cafe West Beach Cafe Bar

9.2 - Excellent 540m

Cafe Windy Corner Cafe

9 - Excellent 600m

Cafe Catch of The Bay Cafe

8.2 - Very good 640m

Restaurant Rachel's

9.4 - Excellent 650m

Bar Nauticles

670m

Bar Martin's Bar and Restaurant

8.4 - Very good 690m

Hiking Area West Bay promenade

130m

Park Asker's Meadow

2.2km

Hiking Area Colmer's Hill

2.4km

Park Chideock Manor Gardens

3.1km

Farm Bredy Farm

5.4km

Hiking Area Stonebarrow National Trust

6.1km

Park Park Here for Westhay Farm

6.1km

Hiking Area Stonebarrow Hill

6.8km

Park Charmouth Recreation Ground

7.8km

Playground The Little Fire Station Soft Play

680m

Playground West Bay Play Area

990m

Playground St Mary's Park

2.1km

Swimming Pool Jurassic Fun Centre

8.8 - Excellent 2.4km

Playground Burton Bradstock Play Area

3.4km

Playground Port Lane Play Area

4.1km

Dog Park Wiggle Tails

6.2km

Playground Play park

7km

Playground Charmouth Children's Playground

7.9km

Convenience Store Nisa Local

610m

Supermarket SPAR Highlands End Holiday Park

680m

Store Groves Nurseries

8.8 - Excellent 1.5km

Supermarket Morrisons

1.9km

Supermarket SPAR at Golden Cap Holiday Park

2km

Supermarket Londis

2km

Supermarket Waitrose & Partners Bridport

2.4km

Ice Cream Shop Baboo Gelato Morcombelake

10 - Exceptional 3.9km

Bakery Town Mill Bakery

9.4 - Excellent 9.8km

Tourist Attraction West Bay (West Beach) CoastSnap

9.8 - Exceptional 610m

Tourist Attraction West Bay

670m

Tourist Attraction Downhouse Farm Cottage

10 - Exceptional 710m

Tourist Attraction Boat renting

770m

Tourist Attraction West Bay Discovery Centre

9.4 - Excellent 850m

Tourist Attraction West Bay (East Beach) CoastSnap

10 - Exceptional 1km

Tourist Attraction Bridport Museum

9 - Excellent 2.4km

Tourist Attraction The National Trust

9.6 - Exceptional 3.6km

Tourist Attraction National Trust - Burton Bradstock

3.9km

Historical Landmark Thorncombe Beacon

520m

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

230m from the beach

9.2 Excellent

Sandpiper Chalet

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Located at nearest locality

Eype • 560m from center

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500m from the beach

8.2 Very good

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Located at nearest locality

Eype • 2km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.6 (Very good)

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Nearest Beaches

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West Bay beach Dorset West Bay beach Dorset

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Bridport beach Front Bridport beach Front

8.3 Very good

2.2km

Jurassic Coast - Cliff Jurassic Coast - Cliff

7.4 Good

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Seatown beach Seatown beach

7.9 Very good

3.2km

Jurassic Coast - Cliff II Jurassic Coast - Cliff II

8 Very good

Popular beach 5km

Hive beach Hive beach

8.1 Very good

Popular beach 6km

Cogden Beach Cogden Beach

7.9 Very good

Popular beach 8.3km

Charmouth Beach Charmouth Beach

6.9 Good

Localities

Nearest

Eype • 700m

Transport

Airport

YEO • 34.2km

Bus Station

West Street • 2.6km

Train Station

Maiden Newton • 16.7km

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Average Reviews rating

7.6 Very good

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7.6 Very good

Liam Wintersby

10 Exceptional

This beach is a stunning location, even on a cold, wet, and windy day. The road leading to it is very narrow and there are few opportunities to pass other vehicles, so caution should be taken when visiting.

April 2023

Mara Scott

10 Exceptional

This beach is a great spot to visit before the summer season starts. It's a beautiful location and perfect for dogs who love the beach! 🌞

April 2023

Liam Stonebridge

10 Exceptional

This beach is stunning, with a shingle shoreline that's easy to traverse. Be mindful of the high cliffs, though. Parking is limited and requires payment via an honesty box. The beach is just a few steps away from the car park. The difference between high and low tide is a whopping four metres. It's also a great spot to explore the South West Coast Path.

April 2023

Lena Silva

6 Pleasant

This beach isn't sandy, but it's still a nice and relaxing spot. It's not very large, and many people come here to take their dogs for a walk along the shore. The stones continue all the way to the end, so I'd suggest wearing walking boots or trainers to make it easier to traverse.

April 2023

Kaelen

10 Exceptional

We stayed 200 yards away from the beach and took a walk along the coastal path from Eype beach to Seatown. It's important to note that a certain level of fitness is necessary as there are some steep climbs. The route is clearly marked and is about 3 miles round trip. It's definitely worth it to have a drink and a meal at Seatown.

April 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Eype beach?

The beachline of Eype beach is covered with brown pebbles. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Crystal clear water of incredible blue color. The entrance is pebbly, so it is better to take special shoes.

What are the key activities at Eype beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Eype 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 Eype beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

The waves in the Eype beach are usually strong.

Is the Eype 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 pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Eype beach secluded and good for relaxing?

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.

The following features add extra points:

Picturesque views of the sea and the surrounding nature

What are the key audiences of Eype beach?

Eype beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Wild camping lovers

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Eype beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Eype beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Eype House Holiday Park is the closest place located 300 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Eype beach?

There are 312 places to stay in the Eype beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Eype beach include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Eype beach from parking?

The Eype beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Eype beach?

There are 4 attractions near Eype beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Downhouse Farm Cottage located in 1.2 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Eype beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Eype 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. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Eype beach (Dorset) 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.This beach is poorly suitable for sunbathing. First of all Eype beach (Dorset) is completely lacking in comfortable sunbathe facilities. There are no sun loungers and umbrellas, this is usually not a problem for an unsophisticated tourist who can relax on a towel, but in this case the rest can be very uncomfortable due to pebbles.Lying on it is possible, but is far from comfortable. In addition there is a lack of natural shade, which leaves you alone with the summer sun. So our recommendation is that you can sunbathe comfortably on the Eype beach for a short time, and not at the peak of sunbathing. If you want to explore the photos of this beach - they are above on the page.