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 Rp1.002.302 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
Rp1.002.302
Rp1.202.762 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! (1,002 reviews)
Friendly staff and so helpful made it so easy to book in and pay for car park rooms got everything you need

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Novotel Southampton
Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour

Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour

4 out of 5
West Quay Road Southampton England
The price is Rp1.461.611 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
Rp1.461.611
Rp1.753.933 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
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! (1,739 reviews)
The room was clean and spacious, the amenities were great, housekeeping staff were excellent and only did what we asked if them. Location was perfect for what we needed.

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour
Leonardo Hotel Southampton

Leonardo Hotel Southampton

4 out of 5
1 Charlotte Place Southampton England
The price is Rp1.203.679 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
Rp1.203.679
Rp1.444.415 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,257 reviews)
Lovely staff, well equipped room and excellent breakfast choices. Room layout was a bit odd but perfectly ok.

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

Leonardo Hotel Southampton
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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