Westgate Bay is a sandy beach, a good family beach for sandcastles and many small rock pools to explore. The bay is tidal, so the beach will disappear at high tide.

Dogs are not allowed on Westgate Bay Beach between 10am and 6pm from 1 May to 30 September.

Facilities include seasonal lifeguards, cafes, car parking, toilets, chalets for hire, pub, and disabled access to the beach, with disabled toilets open all year.