Chesil Beach, Shingle beach barrier in Dorset, England
The beach extends for 18 miles along the English Channel, forming a natural barrier between the ocean and Fleet Lagoon with varying pebble sizes.
During World War II, the Royal Air Force used this coastal location as a training ground and experimental bombing range, leaving visible military structures.
The geological formation has influenced local fishing practices, with specific boat designs adapted to navigate the steep shingle banks effectively.
Visitors can access the beach through designated entry points with parking facilities at West Bexington, Burton Bradstock, and West Bay.
The beach contains approximately 180 billion pebbles that naturally arrange themselves by size, decreasing from east to west along the shoreline.
Location: Dorset
GPS coordinates: 50.60400,-2.51600
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:29
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