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Church Ope Cove

Dorset, England


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This beach is formed by a large expanse of limestone pebbles and is backed by cliffs on three sides which shelter bathers from the prevailing winds.

Rufus Castle overlooks the beach which is south facing and safe for swimming. There are also a number of privately owned beach huts.

Church Ope Cove is on the Jurassic Coast.

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Weather and tides for Saturday 18 May

Tonight
Chance of rain 76%
Min temp. 14°C
(feels like 13°C)
Wind 7mph
Tomorrow (Sunday)
Chance of rain 35%
Max temp. 18°C
(feels like 17°C)
Wind 7mph
Max UV Index

The tide at Church Ope Cove is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 4:26 AM tomorrow, and the next low tide will be at approximately 9:34 AM tomorrow.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

Approximate sea surface temperature:   12.8°C  

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Recommended holiday cottages near Church Ope Cove

Things to do and see in the area

Portland Museum (0.2 miles)
Tout Quarry Sculpture Park and Nature Reserve (1.3 miles)
Portland Plateau (1.4 miles)
Fancy's Farm (1.4 miles)
Portland Bill Lighthouse (2 miles)
Castletown D-Day Centre (2.2 miles)
Dorset Day Trips (2.3 miles)
Moonfleet Adventure Sail Training (2.5 miles)
Chesil Bank (Chesil Beach) (3.4 miles)

All distances are approximate

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Location: Easton

Location type: Town

OS Grid: SY697710

County: Dorset

Country: England

Local Authority: Weymouth and Portland

Parish: Portland

Nearest postcode: DT5 1HZ

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