Magnificent West Coast Beaches Paynes Bay There is a public entrance to the beach opposite the Coach House restaurant and another entrance a little further to the north. Along the former, you will find two small changing area for patrons of Coach House. Coach House also runs a small beach stand, where you can purchase drinks and snacks. Sandy Lane Beach This magnificent beach is situated on the west coast of Barbados, just south of the Holetown area. The Caribbean waters here are very calm, making this a great spot for swimming. Jet skis and catamarans pass by, along with the occasional local fishing boat. Folkestone Park Folkestone Marine Park features an artificial reef, purposefully formed by the sinking of the ship Stavronikita which had been destroyed by fire in 1976. The ship rests in 120ft of water, less than half a mile from the shore. As a result of its depth, diving the Stavronikita is recommended only for experienced divers in the company of others. Contact a local scuba diving operator to explore the Stavronikita. Snorkelers will prefer to swim around the inshore reef found in the Recreational Zone of the Park. This reef is found about one-third of a mile offshore and is home to numerous fish and other marine life, including sea anemones, sea lilies, corals and sponges. Mullins Bay Mullins beach, located in the parish of St.Peter, is one of the most popular beaches on the west coast. This is the place to relax in a lounge chair under the umbrellas and shade of the Casuarina or palm trees, take a dip in the safely roped off areas, or venture out further on a jetski! West Coast Beaches Page 3 > < Back to Page 1 For more information on travelling to Barbados, Call our reservations today