Colwell Bay Beach
Totland, Isle of Wight
This sand and shingle beach is small and popular but relatively quiet. Situated on the west coast of the island, it offers panoramic views of the Solent.
Beach Type
Sand/ shingleFacilities
Toilets available (including disabled)Cafe
Restaurant
Slip-way and camp-site
Activities
SwimmingWindsurfing
Canoeing
Jet skiing and paddleboats
Nature and Wildlife
There is a walk between Colwell Bay and Totland Bay along the sea wall revetment.There is a considerable network of cycletracks and bridleways for offroad cycling. for more info on walks visit www.iwcam.co.ukParking
Road parking with payment and disabled spaces is available.Water Quality
ExcellentLifeguard
NoCleaning and Litter
The beach is cleaned daily. Litter and dog bins are provided.Dogs
The beach has dog restricted areas.Awards and Recommendations
Quality Coast AwardMarine Conservation Society Recommended
Location
Nearest town: TotlandCounty: Isle of Wight
Latitude/Longitude: 50.6893, -1.53562
Postcode: PO40 9FH
(postcode is for sat-nav purposes only, and may not represent the actual address of the beach)
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Access
From Newport. take the A3054 west. There is also a car ferry from Lymington to Yarmouth which is slightly north of Colwell Bay on the A3054.Nearest Railway Stations
Lymington Town (Approx. 5 miles away)Lymington Pier (Approx. 5 miles away)
Sway (Approx. 7 miles away)
New Milton (Approx. 7 miles away)
Hinton Admiral (Approx. 9 miles away)
Tourist Information
Isle of Wight Tourism Westridge Centre Brading Road Ryde. Isle of Wight PL33 1QS Tel: 01983 813800 Web: www.isleofwight.co.ukSee the Environment Agency report for this beach