Friars Cliff Travel Guide

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Christchurch: groynes and beacons, Friars Cliff A line of red beacons along the beach at Friars Cliff.
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Christchurch: groynes and beacons, Friars Cliff A line of red beacons along the beach at Friars Cliff.
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Threatening weather After a day of almost unbroken sunshine, at about 4 o'clock the sky had taken a very dark appearance and heavy rain was not far behind.
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Friars Cliff Beach from Steamer Point This view is looking west from the cliff top at Steamer Point. It gets its name from the old paddle steamer that was beached here in about 1830, and used as a site office for the construction of Highcliffe Castle. Afterwards, the boat became a beach house for about 60 years but fell into disuse and dereliction at the turn of the 20th century. It has now given its name to Steamer Point Nature Reserve, further up the cliffs to the east.
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Waves, groynes and lighthouse view Looking across the Solent on this windy afternoon, the red light of the Needles lighthouse can just be discerned far right of picture.
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Novotel Southampton

Novotel Southampton

4 out of 5
1 West Quay Road Southampton England
The price is 1.607.326 ₫ per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
1.607.326 ₫
1.928.792 ₫ total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
The staff are friendly and approachable

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Novotel Southampton
Leonardo Hotel Southampton

Leonardo Hotel Southampton

4 out of 5
1 Charlotte Place Southampton England
The price is 1.844.472 ₫ per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
1.844.472 ₫
2.213.366 ₫ total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,262 reviews)
A very clean room, and very polite staff.

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Leonardo Hotel Southampton
Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour

Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour

4 out of 5
West Quay Road Southampton England
The price is 2.239.716 ₫ per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
2.239.716 ₫
2.687.659 ₫ total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,745 reviews)
Loved our stay. It was my birthday & they left a card & 2 mini bottles of wine & water. Had been upgraded to Executive seaview balcony room sadly the weather was atrocious so couldn't use it. Comfortable bed, pillows, lovely clean room & bathroom. Just perfect. Had a nice lunch in Leo's & breakfast ...

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour
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room2 Southampton Hometel

room2 Southampton Hometel

4 out of 5
1 Queen's Terrace Southampton England
Stay at this aparthotel in Southampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,201 reviews)
Friendly staff from the moment we set foot in the hotel. Clean and great vibe. Excellent food and drink. Rooms great design and spacious

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

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Alum Chine Beach House

Alum Chine Beach House

3.5 out of 5
36 Burnaby Road Bournemouth England
Stay at this aparthotel in Bournemouth. Enjoy free parking and an outdoor tennis court. Popular attractions Bournemouth Beach and Poole Harbour are located ...
Alum Chine Beach House
For Students Only Skyline

For Students Only Skyline

2 out of 5
Oxford Rd Bournemouth England
Stay at this apartment in Bournemouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and concierge services. Popular attractions Bournemouth Beach and Poole Harbour are ...
For Students Only Skyline
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Friars Cliff Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Friars Cliff Beach during your trip to Friars Cliff?

Friars Cliff Beach

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