Step-by-Step Guide to the Best of Beauport Beach Adventures
About Beauport Beach
Framed by rugged cliffs, Beauport Beach is a breathtaking secluded cove tucked away on Jersey’s south coast. Conveniently located between the parishes of St Brelade and St Aubin, those enjoying a coastal break in one of the island’s most popular holiday spots will find this charming beach easily accessible. With crystal clear waters and golden sands, the scenery at Beauport is nothing short of exquisite. If you want to explore more of the area, the coastal trails that are above the beach are part of Jersey’s coastal path and offer a magnificent vantage point over Beauport Beach. With the natural pink granite rock sparkling in the sunlight, the landscape of Beauport is supreme.
Boasting excellent water quality, this sheltered cove is ideal for swimming and suitable for all the family. The clarity of the waters also makes this beach a great place to enjoy snorkelling with vibrant marine life close to the shore. Kayaking and paddleboarding are also popular activities, and there are also kayaking tours that you can join, taking in numerous tranquil coves around the island, including Beauport Beach. For a little more adrenaline, you can get involved with rock jumping at Beauport Beach. The rocky cliffs offer many accessible rocks to jump off into the water.
When the tide retreats, it reveals rock pools where you can discover the phenomenal sea life without entering the water. Jersey has a mixture of sandy and rocky beaches with Beauport being the former and the perfect place for sunbathing, playing games and enjoying a picnic.
Beauport Beach Historic Sites
If you take a walk along the cliff top surrounding Beauport Beach, you will be introduced to multiple historic sites that shed light on Jersey’s past.
Memorial Stone
A captivating landmark on the Jersey coastline that captures the resilience of the island, the Memorial Stone is a simple monument with a poignant meaning. Designed as a spot to reflect on the island’s turbulent history while admiring the breathtaking coastal views that Jersey is renowned for, it is an important stop at any historical exploration of the south west coast.
Le Coleron Battery
In the opposite direction to the Memorial Stone, heading towards St Brelade’s Bay, Le Coleron is one of the many remaining batteries on the island. A coastal defence site that highlights the island’s history throughout the ages, Le Coleron Battery was built in the Napoleonic era and constructed to defend the bay. Used until the mid 19th century, it was later reinforced to become part of Hitler’s Atlantic Wall of Defence during the German Occupation of the Channel Islands during World War II. The stone gun platforms still outline the original footprint of the battery whilst the concrete bunkers and gun emplacements highlight Jersey’s war history. Accessible via coastal footpath from Beauport Beach, Le Coleron is a peaceful and scenic spot that offers historical reflection.
Beauport Beach Other Points of Interest
While Beauport Beach itself simply offers glistening waters, soft sands and scenic coastal paths, there are many points of interest nearby in St Brelade that are ideal to visit en route or after a day at the beach.
Best to visit during the harvest season that spans the summer months, Jersey Lavender Farm boasts nine acres of varied lavender species that are a delight to explore. Typically blooming from late May to early August, the lavender fields both look and smell breathtaking while a visit to the farm also offers the opportunity to visit the distillery, learn the process of lavender oil extraction and sample lavender products. A cosy tea room offers delicious offerings, many with a lavender theme and with a child-friendly discovery trail, the lavender farm is also suitable for all the family to enjoy.
A delightful landscaped oasis in St Brelade, Reg’s Garden is a popular private garden that is open daily and offers free entry with optional donations. Now officially named Reg’s Award Winning Garden, the garden has won the Jersey Tourism Silver Bowl twice for the best open garden. Designed by Reg Langlois, it has been transformed over decades from a family campsite to an award winning garden. Featuring diverse themed areas, home to over 3500 plant species and boasting an incredible centrepiece of a koi pond with waterfall, Reg’s Garden is a tranquil space to admire plant life, flowers and even, local wildlife.
Visiting Beauport Beach
Beauport Beach offers a small car park on the clifftop with access to a rugged pathway leading to the beach. The car park offers free parking and alternatively, three of the island’s bus services stop close by. It is recommended that only the most agile explorers venture down to Beauport Beach. The steep incline from the car park involves numerous steps and a bit of a ramble with rocks to step over. Unfortunately, this means that there is no wheelchair accessibility to the beach.
The best time to visit Beauport Beach is during the morning or early afternoon when the cove experiences the most sunlight.
Beauport Beach Facilities
Parking
There is a free car park at cliff top level.
Public Transport
Liberty Bus offers three services that have stops close to Beauport Beach car park. The routes that service the beach are 12A, 14 and 22 that all connect to Liberation Bus Station in St Helier.
Toilets
Public toilets are available in the car park at Beauport Beach. There are no toilet facilities available at beach level.
Changing and showers
There are no changing facilities or showers available at Beauport Beach.
Accessibility
There are no accessible facilities at Beauport Beach. Beach access is via steep steps and does not offer wheelchair access.
Lifeguards
There are no lifeguards on duty at Beauport Beach. Make sure to consider safe swimming including staying close to the shore, swimming in groups and checking tide times. With Jersey home to the third largest tidal range in the world, it is also important to be aware of strong currents.
Food and Drink
There are no cafes, kiosks or dining facilities at Beauport Beach. It is recommended that you visit Beauport Beach with your own water and snacks. The golden sands are an ideal picnic spot.
Shops
There are no stores or kiosks available at Beauport Beach. It is recommended that you be prepared, bringing with you your own sun protection and other beach essentials.
Beauport Beach Shopping, Dining and Nightlife
As an idyllic and tranquil bay, the shopping, dining and nightlife options at Beauport Beach are limited. While there are no shops nearby the beach, Beauport is perfectly nestled between St Aubin and St Brelade, both offering shopping precincts that include charming boutiques and convenience stores. This is the same when it comes to dining with both neighbouring parishes offering great restaurants and cafes. For the closest place offering fresh seafood, a 20 minute stroll to St Brelade’s Bay will take you to the Jersey Crab Shack. There are also plenty of spots to grab a coffee and a light bite along the route so although Beauport Beach itself does not have any dining locations, there are many great options to grab a drink, snack or meal nearby. After a glorious day at the beach, you can also hop in the car, taking a 10 minute drive to enjoy sunset views and upscale dining at Corbiere Lighthouse. Many of the neighbouring pubs and bars offer evening entertainment including live music and quiz nights but for more lively nightlife, you would need to head into St Helier.
Beauport Sport and Events
When it comes to sporting activities at Beauport Beach, it is predominantly water based. Thanks to its sheltered positioning, the bay offers calm waters that are perfect for watersports such as kayaking and paddleboarding. Although Beauport Beach does not have its own hire facilities, if you do not have your own, you can hire from nearby St Brelade’s Bay before paddling to Beauport Beach. Absolute Adventures also offer kayak tours that head to Beauport Beach and are a great way to explore the coastline. Snorkelling is also a popular activity at Beauport Beach with the waters surrounding Jersey bursting with marine life.
