Shelley Beach, Manly

Less than a 10 minute walk from Manly Surf Life Saving Club takes you to Shelley Beach.

A small cove, great for families as there are no big waves.
There is a scuba club based there and when we visited there was a paddle board competition. We also saw lots of people snorkeling.
 Large groups of people gathered later in the day. I think if we'd stayed for sunset they'd have been some guitar playing and singing.

At the back of the sand area is a grass area with BBQ facilities.
If you want your food cooked for you then visit the Boathouse. You won't have far to go as its on the side of the sand area. Good atmosphere and good size portions. Get there early as it gets busy. It has a kiosk for takeaway coffee and ice-cream.  Inside and outside space. 

There's a toilet block and showers beside it. 

On the walk halfway between Manly & Shelley Beach is a rock pool with shower and views across the bay.