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East Cowes

East Cowes is easily accessed by car, foot or public transport. The beach is popular with residents and visitors alike. The facilities on the seafront are traditional with promenade and woodland walks, childrens play area and a grand view of Cowes with its yachting activities. During the summer season East Cowes is litter picked on alternate days.

Emergency equipment such as Lifebelts are strategically located along the Esplanade in order to ensure safety at any time of the year. The Inshore Rescue is also close at hand and are always on call by the Coastguard.

East Cowes seafront is only minutes from the town's shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants.

East Cowes has been awarded a Quality Coast Award.

Like anywhere, East Cowes has its natural hazards so be sure to read the safety guidelines and have a good time. Information is provided at each area so check this out to ensure your own safety.

For further information on this resort please phone 01983 821000. Someone is always available from Monday to Friday to help you with your enquiries.

Should you need to report a problem such as broken glass or damage to premises, the Isle of Wight Council provides an emergency service for these type of problems. The number to call out of hours is 01983 821105.

Bembridge

Fulfils the Environmental Agency's Bathing Water Quality Standards. Bembridge hosts several quiet beaches of pebble and sand, suitable for swimming except in harbour area.

Colwell Bay

Fulfils the Environmental Agency's Bathing Water Quality Standards.

Compton Bay

Fulfils the Environmental Agency's Bathing Water Quality Standards.

Cowes & Gurnard Beaches

Fulfils the Environmental Agency's Bathing Water Quality Standards. Gurnard is a small pleasant resort to the west of Cowes.

East Cowes

East Cowes is easily accessed by car, foot or public transport. The beach is popular with residents and visitors alike.

Freshwater Bay

Freshwater Bay is a small sand and shingle bay adjacent to bus route, car park, coastal walks, nature trail, golf course, refreshments and toilet.

Ryde Beach

Fulfils the Environmental Agency's Bathing Water Quality Standards.

Sandown Beach

  Blue Flag Winner. Fulfils the Environmental Agency's Bathing Water Quality Standards.

Seagrove and Springvale Beaches

  Springvale Beach is easily accessed either by foot or car with Public transport available nearby.

Shanklin Beach

Blue Flag  Winner.   Fulfils the Environmental Agency's Bathing Water Quality Standards.

St Helens Beach

Fulfils the Environmental Agency's Bathing Water Quality Standards. St Helens Beach can be accessed by either foot or car.

Totland Bay

Fulfils the Environmental Agency's Bathing Water Quality Standards. Totland Bay is situated on the West side of the Island where families enjoy the delightful beach.

Ventnor Beach

Blue Flag Winner.  Fulfils the Environmental Agency's Bathing Water Quality Standards.

Yaverland Beach

Fulfils the Environmental Agency's Bathing Water Quality Standards. Yaverland is easily accessible by car or foot, has ample parking and is only 1.