Chesil Beach & Fleet Coast Path

About this park

Chesil Beach & the Fleet Coast Path form one of Dorset’s most distinctive and dramatic coastal landscapes. Chesil Beach is an 18-mile long shingle barrier beach, stretching from West Bay to the Isle of Portland, with the Fleet Lagoon running parallel behind it — one of the largest tidal lagoons in the UK. The Fleet Coast Path offers relatively gentle, well-defined walking with wide-open views across the lagoon on one side and the sweeping shingle beach and sea on the other. It’s a popular route for walkers and dog owners looking for a peaceful, flat coastal walk with a strong sense of space and isolation. Dogs are welcome year-round, though leads are advised in places due to livestock, ground-nesting birds, and sensitive habitats. The area is internationally important for wildlife, particularly migratory birds, and signage highlights zones where extra care is needed. With its vast skies, ever-changing light, and unique geography, Chesil Beach & the Fleet Coast Path are ideal for those seeking a quiet, scenic coastal walk and a chance to experience one of Dorset’s most iconic natural environments. 🌊🐾

Facilities

• Fully Fenced
• Seating/Benches
• Parking
• Public Toilets

Opening hours

Open 24 hours