"Weymouth has everything you need. It has lifeguards; crystal-clear waters; a wide, sandy beach; shallow waters that are safe for the kids; toilets, showers, free drinking water; deckchairs and ...

This picture, taken in the early 1950s, shows when Weymouth beach was a much smaller strip ... The man at the water's edge is wearing long trousers and a short sleeved T-shirt or shirt.

Its shallow, calm waters make it a popular choice for visitors of all ages and the beach is well-equipped ... and amusement arcades. Weymouth's consistent water quality and lifeguard presence ...