Petit Bôt tide times & beach guide
A sheltered south-coast cove at the foot of a wooded valley, pebbly at the top, with sand and rock pools uncovered as the tide goes out.
- Coast
- South · faces south
- Shore
- Pebbles at the top, sand and rocks lower down
- Popular for
- High-water swimming · Families · Rock pooling · Walks
- Food nearby
- Petit Bôt Tea Room
- Dogs
- Dogs are not permitted 1 May–30 September (assistance dogs exempt).
Tide times at St Peter Port
Tides are the same island-wide. These are today’s heights and times for Petit Bôt.
Petit Bôt
Petit Bôt lies at the bottom of a steep, wooded valley. At higher water the sea reaches the pebbled upper shore; as the tide retreats, a sandy beach and rocky areas are uncovered. An eighteenth-century defensive tower and a tea room overlook the slipway.
The road down through the valley is steep and narrow. Parking near the beach isn’t the same as easy universal access. The route and slipway are worth assessing in person.
High tide is commonly preferred for swimming, though it’s possible at any state of tide in suitable conditions. Lower water is better for the sandy shore and rock pools.
Tides. Tide predictions are forecasts. Actual sea level is affected by atmospheric pressure, wind and waves. Always observe the sea and your surroundings.
Swimming. Sea swimming carries risks: currents, waves, rocks, submerged structures, boats and cold water. This page is for planning and does not confirm conditions are safe.
Facilities. Facilities and café opening hours change seasonally. Check directly before making a journey specifically to use them.