Crane Beach

Loved it. The water definitely scares me but the waves and to just watch is crazy! It had amazing view and they have a little cocktail set up when you walk down which is pretty cool! I really enjoyed it and got plenty of photos..

Love this beach, I've been coming here since i was really young and always a had good day out. Now I'm bringing my kids to play in the waves just like i did. There are a few post about it being dangerous - when the wind is up and coming from the south and the tide is high, the waves can get quite big ( and fun) but because of the shape of the bay, there is not a big drop off. If the older kids stay within the first 4/5 waves and keep feet on the sandy ground they will be ok, younger kids should be supervised with a parent in the water at all times. Each day is different and everyone's risk tolerance is also. When the tide is lower it tends to creat a washing machine effect where wave directions are less predictable. There are life guards on duty, but still watch your kids regardless. Flags mark the most challenging areas. As far as the Sorghum weed is concerned, it does depend on what has been going on with the wind. If you are staying on the west or south coast and the wind has been blowing from the south ( not normal) the following few days at the Crane will be good. In the mornings there is generally less weed because as others have said they do clean it down each morning.

Beautiful beach! A tractor cleans up the seaweeds every morning so it's very well maintained. And the staff at the bar is very attentive!

Amazing for watching sunrise and jumping on big waves. Not for swimming (currents). Always check on instagram or ask locals if there is a sargassum because sadly often there is a lot, but not always!

We came to catch the sunrise. Perfect view. Beach wasn't suitable for taking a dip but it was ideal for an early morning walk.

Breathtaking. Lots of seaweed was being cleaned up on the beach. Peaceful. Walkway broken.

Beautiful spot thats not busy. The eastern side of the island is not recommended for swimming but the beach and sand was fun to visit. Chairs available for rent or bring your own.

We read that Crane beach has pink sand, it doesn’t. Soft powdery yellow sand as everywhere on the island. Lounger and umbrella hire is currently 50BBD which is 20 more than the rest of the island, no tables but a captive market. There is one cafe which even though not busy still took an hour to make our salads, they kindly gave us a free drink because of the staffing problems. As it fronts onto the Atlantic coast the waves are big, only suitable for the shallows or very strong swimmers, always a red ‘no swimming’ flag displayed. On the plus side, the east coast is picturesque, more craggy, a hot Cornwall! Made a special trip because we read it was one of the most beautiful beaches… each to their own. Photo attached taken after walking along a small path that’s falling away!