About
Unique beach with mineral-rich sand, accessible via chairlift with stunning ocean views. See reds, yellows, blacks, and oranges in the cliffs and sand. Get a pot of layered sand as a souvenir.
Why go
- Easily one of the most unique beaches in the UK
- Unreal multi-coloured sand cliffs that make this place so unique
- Feels wild, peaceful and incredibly beautiful all at once
Must try
- Ride the iconic chairlift down to the beach
- Get a pot of layered sand as a souvenir
- Take a speed boat to the Needles
- Take a boat trip around The Needles
- Walk along the clifftops and take in the views
Pro tips
- Take the ferry to the Isle of Wight, then head to Alum Bay
- London waterloo station to lymington pier station
- Bus no.7 from new port to alum bay
- Park at the alum bay car park
Good to know
- Everything costs money and plenty of it
- Coach loads cram people into the area
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Rating
4.4 / 5 (165 reviews)