Freshwater Bay Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Picture taken a very short walk up the cliffs from the beach.
View Towards Fort Redoubt, Freshwater, Isle of Wight Fort Redoubt, in the centre of picture, is now a private residence, overlooking Freshwater Bay. The footpath appears to have been recently re-routed, with two paths crossing this field, meeting at the point at which I was standing.
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Fort Redoubt, Isle of Wight This converted fort, now a private residence, overlooks Freshwater Bay. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Freshwater_Redoubt
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Canoes in Freshwater Bay, Isle of Wight Looking towards Stag Rock, on the right; Mermaid Rock, and the remains of Arched Rock. The canoeists had calm conditions, with hardly a breeze.
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View Towards Stag Rock, Isle of Wight Looking across Freshwater bay, towards Stag Rock, and the base of Arched Rock (collapsed in 1992). Timed at 12.00, which indicates that afternoon is the time to visit, for direct sunlight on the western face of the sea stack.
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Leonardo Hotel Southampton

Leonardo Hotel Southampton

4 out of 5
1 Charlotte Place Southampton England
The price is £63 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
£63
22 Mar - 23 Mar
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Bed was saggy

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Moxy Southampton

Moxy Southampton

3 out of 5
Harbour Parade Southampton England
The price is £58 per night from 20 Mar to 21 Mar
£58
20 Mar - 21 Mar
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Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Great location

Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026

Moxy Southampton
Novotel Southampton

Novotel Southampton

4 out of 5
1 West Quay Road Southampton England
The price is £51 per night from 12 Apr to 13 Apr
£51
12 Apr - 13 Apr
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Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Food appalling Room cool to cold

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room2 Southampton Hometel

room2 Southampton Hometel

4 out of 5
1 Queen's Terrace Southampton England
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9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,202 reviews)
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Alum Chine Beach House

Alum Chine Beach House

3.5 out of 5
36 Burnaby Road Bournemouth England
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The Cliff House Hotel

The Cliff House Hotel

4 out of 5
Marine Drive West New Milton England
Stay at this holiday home in New Milton. Enjoy free parking, daily housekeeping and a garden. Popular attractions Barton-on-sea Beach and Highcliffe Beach are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (411 reviews)
Couldn’t wish for anything more for a one night stay. The room was clean, bed was comfortable. The young staff were efficient and friendly. The food was of a good standard. Would stay again.

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Popular places to visit

Colwell Bay Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Colwell Bay Beach during your trip to Freshwater? Wander the beaches and gardens in the area.

Colwell Bay Beach

Freshwater Bay Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Freshwater Bay Beach during your trip to Freshwater Bay? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Freshwater Bay Beach

Afton Park

Explore the great outdoors at Afton Park, a lovely green space in Freshwater Bay. Wander through the lush forest and seaside in this relaxing area.

Afton Park

Dimbola Lodge

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Dimbola Lodge during your travels in Freshwater Bay. Amble within the lush forest or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Dimbola Lodge

Golden Hill Fort Country Park

Explore the great outdoors at Golden Hill Fort Country Park, a lovely green space in Freshwater. Wander the beaches and gardens in the area.

Golden Hill Fort Country Park

St Agnes Church

After visiting St Agnes Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Freshwater Bay. Amble around this relaxing area's lush forest and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

St Agnes Church

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