Sandbanks beach

Considered one of the best beaches in Britain, Sandbanks has won the prestigious Blue Flag award more than any other UK resort. The beach has soft, golden sands and breath-taking views.

• accessible toilet
• toilets
• café
• kiosk (refreshments and ice-cream)
• dog wash
• mini golf
• drinking water
• showers
• children's play area
• volleyball nets (seasonal)
• RNLI lifeguards

• Sandbanks surface car park

Timetables for buses to Sandbanks from morebus.

The nearest train stations to Sandbanks are Parkstone (2.6 miles), Poole (2.9 miles) and Branksome (3 miles).

There's little space for cycling at Sandbanks and there’s a long break in the promenade between Sandbanks and Shore Road.

The beach can be reached by ramp.

A beach accessible wheelchair is available on a first come, first served basis from Sandbanks beach office between May and September from 9:30am to 4:30pm (refundable £50 cash deposit required).

Mobi-Mat beach access matting in place from May to September.

There is a designated all year-round  dog friendly beach area at the western end of Sandbanks promenade to Haven Point (near the chain ferry).

From 1 May to 30 September, dogs are not allowed on Sandbanks main beach and must be kept on a lead on the promenade and paths at all times. Remember to pick up after your dog.

Our electric beach barbecues are free to use, and are on a first come, first served basis. You can find out more about our electric beach barbecue, including:

• where they are
• how to use them
• our guidelines

You can have a disposable barbecue between 6pm and 10:30pm.

Read our use of barbeques on the beach guide before you plan one.

Open fires are not permitted on any of our beaches at any time. You may be prosecuted if you attempt to light an open fire.

Camping is not permitted on any of our beaches at any time. You may be prosecuted if you attempt to camp anywhere along the seafront.