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Saye Beach

Alderney, Channel Islands


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Saye Beach, located on the picturesque Alderney in the Channel Islands, is a popular family beach that offers a serene and natural beauty, making it an ideal destination for those seeking a relaxing and enjoyable beach experience.

Saye Beach, pronounced 'Soy', is situated on the North West coast of Alderney, the northernmost of the inhabited Channel Islands. The beach is sheltered by large rocky promontories and headlands, providing a calm and gentle sea that is perfect for swimming during the warmer months. The white sand leads down to the sea, and the waters are clean with abundant rock pools to explore towards the end of the beach.

The beach is surrounded by large, craggy rocks, which provide a habitat for indigenous grey seals, and some visitors may be lucky enough to spot one playing on the rocks. The beach is also known for its powdery white sand, making it an ideal spot for building sandcastles and enjoying the sun. Additionally, the waters are home to oysters, and visitors can explore the rock pools to discover an array of marine life.

The beach is backed by the Saye Beach Campsite, which offers full facilities, including a shop and picnic areas, making it a convenient spot to stay for those who want to be close to the beach. The campsite is situated on the other side of the fluffy sand dunes that surround the beach. Saye Beach is also within a short distance of other beautiful beaches, such as Arch Bay and Corblets Beach, making it an excellent base for exploring the area.

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Weather and tides for Tuesday 22 September

Today
Chance of rain %
Max temperature 19°C
feels like 22°C
Wind 11mph
Max UV Index
Tonight
Chance of rain %
Min temperature 18°C
feels like 19°C
Wind 11mph

The tide at Saye Beach is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 5:07 AM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 11:40 AM.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

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Other beaches nearby

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    less than a mile east-northeast as the seagull flies, less than a mile by road.

  • Corblets Beach, Alderney

    less than a mile east as the seagull flies, less than a mile by road.

  • Longis Beach, Alderney

    less than a mile southeast as the seagull flies, less than a mile by road or less than a mile on foot using coastal paths.

  • Braye Bay, Alderney

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  • Platte Saline Beach, Alderney

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  • Clonque Bay, Alderney

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  • Shell Beach, Herm

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  • Belvoir Bay, Herm

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  • Pembroke Beach, Guernsey

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  • Havelet Beach, Guernsey

    around 25 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 54 miles by road or 31 miles on foot using coastal paths.

  • Cobo Beach, Guernsey

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  • Fermain Beach, Guernsey

    around 26 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 56 miles by road or 32 miles on foot using coastal paths.

  • Vazon Beach, Guernsey

    around 27 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 58 miles by road or 35 miles on foot using coastal paths.

  • Saint's Bay, Guernsey

    around 27 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 57 miles by road or 33 miles on foot using coastal paths.

  • Petit Bot Beach, Guernsey

    around 28 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 58 miles by road or 34 miles on foot using coastal paths.

  • L'Eree Beach, Guernsey

    around 28 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 60 miles by road or 36 miles on foot using coastal paths.

Location: Alderney

Coordinates: 49°43'44"N 2°10'48"W

Mapcode: GGY T6.0YB

What 3 Words: sitting.nimble.rags

Coordinates and location codes are for an approximate mid-point of the beach, and may not reflect the best access point or the most popular part of the beach.

County: Alderney

Country: Channel Islands

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