Paddle in the relative shelter of Portland Harbour, noting it can get very windy. Rental on site.

River and estuary paddling with great access to the Avon, the Stour and Christchurch Harbour.

River paddling from a lesser known put in point - paddle all the way to Chichester Harbour

Seaside swimming from this iconic sheltered pebble beach. A steep walk down and very popular.

Stunning clear waters of the marine nature reserve accessed from rocky shores and good facilities.

Seaside swimming from this iconic sheltered pebble beach. Excellent facilities but very busy.

Seaside swimming and rockpooling from this hidden away shingle beach

Seaside swimming from this very popular sprawling sandy beach backed by dunes and low cliffs.

Seaside paddling from the quieter end of this beautiful bay with kit hire if needed.

Easy going river paddling from the quayside of this lovely market town with paddle hire available.

Seaside swimming at this lovely sandy Blue Flag beach with excellent facilities.

Sea swimming from this remote, coarse sand beach run by the National Trust with good facilities.

Lake swimming in a gorgeous private lake with access arranged through the campsite.

A popular river ford for children to splash around in on hot days.

Seaside swimming from this Blue Flag, popular sandy beach at the mouth of Poole Harbour.