At the western end of Christchurch bay, and guarding the entrance to the harbour, is the characterful fishing village of Mudeford. From here a ferry can be taken to Mudeford Sandbanks, a unique spit that joins the village to Hengistbury Head, jutting out into the English Channel between Bournemouth and Christchurch.
Alternatively a train from the Hengistbury Head car park will deliver you to this popular sandy beach where the wooden huts, of which there are 350, can fetch up to £100 000 apiece on the rare occasion that one comes up for sale. There are toilets, a café and a shop on the sandbank.
Type of beach
Sandy
Facilities
Toilets. including disabled toilets. Cafes and shops are located in Christchurch.
Pet friendly
Dog desc
No dog restrictions.
Directions
Access through Christchurch. signposted Mudeford quay.
Nearest town
Parking
Parking available.