Villages · South West England
West Bay
In or near West Bay.
West Bay — a village in england south west.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
About
A British village — settlements of this size traditionally cluster a green, parish church, pub and post office around historic land routes.
Photo gallery
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: West Dorset Coast SSSI
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Dorset
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
West Bay is a village located in South-West England, with a population of 4,084. Known for its coastal scenery, it features notable cliffs and a harbour. The village is part of the larger town of Bridport and serves as a gateway to the Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. West Bay offers a range of amenities for visitors, including local shops, cafés, and access to walking trails along the coastline.
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- Coordinates
- 50.7108, -2.7611
- District
- Dorset
- Parish
- Bridport
- Postcode
- DT6 4EN
- Parliamentary constituency
- West Dorset
- Population
- 4,084
Sources
- manual: geonames-2634502 (CC BY 4.0)
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Places to stay
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West Bay Holiday Park
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Freshwater Beach Holiday Park
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Places to eat & drink
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is West Bay?
- West Bay is in South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode DT6 4EN), in the parish of Bridport.
- What is West Bay?
- West Bay — a village in england south west.
- How do I get to West Bay?
- Drivers can use postcode DT6 4EN.
- Is West Bay a protected site?
- Yes — West Bay is part of the West Dorset Coast SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Dorset National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to West Bay?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode DT6 4EN. It sits within the West Dorset parliamentary constituency.