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Nearest Beach to Sweethay

Nearest beach
Lyme Regis Beach
Dorset, England
Distance
~20.1mi
Drive
~31min
Water
Good
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Lyme Regis Beach beach
Distances are straight-line estimates. Exact road distances for Sweethay are coming soon.

Is Sweethay near a beach? Sweethay, England is comfortably within reach of the coast — the nearest beach is Lyme Regis Beach in Dorset, approximately 20.1 miles away (straight-line), roughly around 35–40 minutes in normal traffic. Lyme Regis Beach holds good water quality status from the Environment Agency, making it a reliable choice for swimming. Weymouth Beach is the second closest at approximately 39.2 miles. Lyme Regis Beach is dog-friendly, making it a good option for families travelling with pets. Weymouth Beach currently holds a Blue Flag award for water quality and facilities. For the cleanest water in the area, Weymouth Beach has an Excellent rating.

5 nearest beaches to Sweethay

Lyme Regis Beach
1
~20.1 miles~31 minGoodmixed🐕 Dogs OK🅿 Paid
~20.1
miles
Weymouth Beach
2
Weymouth BeachDorset🏴 Blue Flag
~39.2 miles~61 minExcellentsandy🐕 Dogs OK🅿 Paid
~39.2
miles
Sandbanks Beach
3
Sandbanks BeachDorset🏴 Blue Flag
~55.7 miles~87 minExcellentsandy🐕 Dogs OK🅿 Paid
~55.7
miles
Bournemouth Beach
4
Bournemouth BeachDorset🏴 Blue Flag
~57.6 miles~90 minExcellentsandy🐕 Dogs OK🅿 Paid
~57.6
miles
Southbourne Beach
5
~60.4 miles~94 minExcellentsandy🐕 Dogs OK🅿 Paid
~60.4
miles

How far is Sweethay from the sea?

BeachMilesDrive
Sweethay to Lyme Regis Beach~20.1~31 min
Sweethay to Weymouth Beach~39.2~61 min
Sweethay to Sandbanks Beach~55.7~87 min
Sweethay to Bournemouth Beach~57.6~90 min
Sweethay to Southbourne Beach~60.4~94 min

Frequently asked questions — Sweethay & the nearest beach

What is the nearest beach to Sweethay? +
The nearest beach to Sweethay, England is Lyme Regis Beach in Dorset, approximately 20.1 miles away as the crow flies. The second nearest is Weymouth Beach at approximately 39.2 miles.
How far is Sweethay from the sea? +
Sweethay is approximately 20.1 miles from the nearest beach (Lyme Regis Beach, Dorset). The drive takes roughly around 35–40 minutes in normal traffic conditions.
How long does it take to drive from Sweethay to the beach? +
From Sweethay to Lyme Regis Beach takes roughly around 35–40 minutes by car in normal conditions. Weymouth Beach is a similar distance at around around an hour. Allow extra time during summer weekends.
Is Sweethay near the sea? +
Sweethay is comfortably within reach of the coast — the nearest coastline is approximately 20.1 miles away at Lyme Regis Beach, Dorset.
What is the water quality like at the nearest beach to Sweethay? +
Lyme Regis Beach has Good water quality according to the Environment Agency (2024 assessment). For the best water quality nearby, Weymouth Beach has an Excellent rating.
Is there a dog-friendly beach near Sweethay? +
Lyme Regis Beach (approximately 20.1 miles from Sweethay) is dog-friendly. Note: Dogs allowed all year on main beach.. Check individual beach pages for seasonal dog restrictions, as these often apply May–September.
What is the nearest sandy beach to Sweethay? +
The nearest sandy beach to Sweethay is Weymouth Beach in Dorset, approximately 39.2 miles away.
Is there a Blue Flag beach near Sweethay? +
Yes — Weymouth Beach (approximately 39.2 miles from Sweethay) currently holds a Blue Flag award, recognising excellent water quality, well-maintained facilities, and environmental standards.
Are there lifeguards at the nearest beach to Sweethay? +
Lyme Regis Beach (approximately 20.1 miles from Sweethay) has RNLI lifeguard cover during May–Sep. Outside these hours the beach is unpatrolled — always check flags and conditions before swimming.
Is the nearest beach to Sweethay suitable for families? +
Lyme Regis Beach is accessible by car with parking available. There are toilets on site. A café or food vendor is nearby. Lifeguard cover is available at Lyme Regis Beach during May–Sep.

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