The one-and-a-half kilometre long Hengistbury Head separates Poole Bay and Christchurch Bay and encloses Christchurch Harbour on its landward side. Hengistbury Head is an Ancient Monument, archaeologically it is very interesting. There are nature trails to be explored.
The sheltered nature of this unique cove makes it the ideal place for swimming, snorkelling or just relaxing. During the summer you can take boat trips along the Jurassic Coast. The steps at the East end of the beach lead to Fossil Forest and Mupe Bay with a stunning walk along the cliff top.
This is a popular beach for families with rock pools and a tidal swimming pool for the children. It’s also a beautiful area of coastline with sea views towards Lundy Island and South Wales.
Dawlish Warren is an area of sand dunes, mud flat and beach that lies at the mouth of the Exe. Thousands of birds come to feed, on migration or to spend the winter here.
The small cove is within easy reach of Falmouth and is reasonable safe for swimming. There is a footpath around Swanpool Lake to the Cornwall Wildlife Trust Nature reserve beyond. There is a coastal path leading to Gyllingvase beach. Swanpool lake is good for birds.
