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Compton Bay

(Hanover Point)

Isle of Wight, England


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Compton Bay is a two mile stretch of sand and rocky shore and is one of the most unspoilt beaches on the Isle of Wight.

The south west coast of the island is a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), a Heritage Coast and an Area of Outstanding Natural

Compton Bay is on the Tennyson Heritage Coast, and adjacent to the Isle of Wight Coast Path.

Sand

Weather and tides for Tuesday 19 March

Today
Chance of rain 15%
Max temp. 11°C
(feels like 8°C)
Wind 18mph
Max UV Index
Tonight
Chance of rain 50%
Min temp. 10°C
(feels like 8°C)
Wind 9mph

The tide at Compton Bay is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 12:39 PM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 8:41 PM.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

Approximate sea surface temperature:   9.5°C  

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Recommended holiday cottages near Compton Bay

Things to do and see in the area

Dinosaur Expeditions CIC (0.2 miles)
Tapnell Farm Park (1.7 miles)
Mottistone Gardens (1.8 miles)
West Wight Alpacas (2.6 miles)
Needles Pleasure Cruises Ltd (3 miles)
Tennyson Down (3.3 miles)
Hill Farm Stables (3.6 miles)
Black Rock Charters and Fishing (3.8 miles)
Alum Bay Glass (4.4 miles)
The Needles Battery (4.8 miles)

All distances are approximate

Other beaches nearby

Location: Dunsbury

Location type: Rural

Nearest village: Brook

OS Grid: SZ377840

Country: England

Local Authority: Isle of Wight

Parish: Freshwater

Nearest postcode: PO30 4HD

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