Things to do in West Bay
Tourist information for West Bay in Dorset
West Bay is a hub of activity during the summer months as boats bob about on the water or take keen fishermen off for a day at sea. The award-winning play area on West Bay Road was developed and designed with input from young local people. The design is based on a wrecked ship and incorporates lots of locally made rope and nets, a perfect use for this still thriving industry. West Bay was the setting for the highly acclaimed ITV drama series Broadchurch, which showed stunning images of the local harbour, beach and coastline.
A climb up East Cliff or a stroll along the Jurassic Pier offer breathtaking views of the coastline. And children will enjoy the thrill of dangling crab lines over the harbour wall in the hope of a good catch. The picturesque scene can be enjoyed while enjoying a drink and bite to eat at one of the local inns or tearooms, which offer the perfect opportunity to just sit back and soak up the atmosphere.
Free beach wheelchair hire at West Bay
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Image - West Bay Wheelchair Scheme
West Bay is proud to offer a free beach wheelchair hire scheme, run by a dedicated team of around 18 volunteers, making the beach accessible and enjoyable for everyone.
The scheme offers specialist beach wheelchairs depending on your needs. The Mobi Chair is designed to go right into the sea, so you can experience the water directly - two volunteers will assist at all times, one of whom is a trained swim instructor. For those who need to remain in their own wheelchair, the Trail Glider is a unique carriage that secures your chair and can be pushed across the beach, letting you get out onto the sand without any transfer.
A mobile hoist is also available on site, along with two Changing Places facilities, one within Park Dean Holiday Park, and another in the toilet block at the car park on West Bay Road. To help with independent access, an expanse of beach matting is laid out from May to October and available around the clock, seven days a week. Best of all, the entire scheme is completely free of charge. To book a beach wheelchair or find out more, please call 07342 236443.
West Bay Places of Interest
You can also explore all of the West Bay venues on our West Bay Map.
