Margate Main Sands

Margate Main Sands, the original seaside destination, home to Turner Contemporary has a popular wide sandy bay.

This timeless beach with tidal pool, children's rides and amusement arcades caters for families who want traditional seaside fun and entertainment. Even if the tide is in there is still plenty of beach to make sand castles and there is seasonal lifeguard cover generally May through September. 

Immediate vicinity amenities include accessible toilets, shops and cafes plus plenty of restaurants, bars and seafood stalls are just a short walk away in the Old Town.

Admission:

No admission fees. Parking may charge.   

Opening Times: 

Year round access.

Lifeguard cover May through September.

Dog ban in place from 1st May until 30th September, dogs not permitted any time.