Flaghead Chine

off Haven Road,
BH13 7LP

Flaghead Chine is a wide, sandy beach, sloping gently to the sea; perfect if you want to get away from the crowds. Although there are fewer facilities, there is something unspoilt about Flaghead Chine that makes it extra special.

Getting here

• parking: Haven Road (on-street), 18 spaces.

• public transport: view bus timetable information for morebus and Yellow Buses. Nearest train stations to this beach are; Parkstone (2.6 miles), Poole (2.9 miles) and Branksome (3 miles).

• cycling: you can cycle on the promenade nearby, but there are restrictions in place during July and August. Read about time and speed restrictions to avoid on-the-spot fines.

Facilities

We have the following facilities available:

• drinking water
• public toilets (these are closed during winter)
• ice cream kiosk
• visit Poole Tourism for more activities in the area

Accessibility

You can access Flaghead Chine beach by ramp. Contact Sandbanks beach office to find out about our all-terrain beach wheelchairs you can hire with 24 hours' notice.

Beach huts

We have a number of beach huts available for both short term hire and annual hire.

Dogs

Dogs are not allowed on Flaghead Chine beach from 1 May to 30 September every year. Dogs are allowed on all Poole beaches from 1 October to 30 April every year. Always keep dogs on a lead on the promenade. Read our dogs on the beach page.

Barbecues

There is no designated area for barbecues at Flaghead Chine. You can have a barbecue on most Poole beaches, but you should read the beach barbecue and parties guide before you plan one.

Awards

Flaghead Chine has Blue Flag status.