Well hello to you my reader chums! I've been living on the Kent Coast my entire life and I feel incredibly grateful to have grown up by the sea. Over the past year, I've appreciated where I live especially as the beach walks have gotten me through the few lockdowns we've had. The beauty of Thanet is that there are plenty of different beaches and coastal routes you can take, whether you'd prefer something remote or a little busier.
Whether you're based on the Kent Coast or looking to head on a staycation in the summer, here are the best coastal walks in Thanet.
Shorter coastal walks under 2 miles
Botany Bay to Palm Bay
Botany Bay has to be one of my favourite beaches; it's a lot quieter to the main sands of Ramsgate, Broadstairs, and Margate and has a unique appeal to it. The beach is a combination of soft sands, rock pools, and white-washed cliffs to walk through. It has a bit of something for everyone and a great way to get away from the main beaten track.
The trail between Botany Bay and Palm Bay is all dependant on the tide. When it's out, you're able to walk across the rocky terrain onto the paved walkway between the beaches and experience the soft sands. If the tide is in, you can still access a nice chunk of sand on Botany Bay and Palm Bay, but you can't make the walk properly through the main stretch of Palm Bay. However, there is a beautiful walkway on top of the cliffs between the two and you can get a perfect view of the two beaches.
Distance: 0.6 miles
Botany Bay to Joss Bay
The other way to head towards the Broadstairs side of the coastal path rather than Margate is to head to Joss Bay from Botany Bay. Joss Bay is renowned for surfing in the summertime and one of those beaches that also isn't as popular as the main town sands.
The crossover between the two beaches is pretty rocky, but an absolute joy to walk along when the tide is out. You're able to discover some beautiful views and coves to walk through. Once on the sands of Joss Bay, it's a pretty calm and sandy beach with a long stretch to appreciate the coastal air.
Distance: 1.3 miles
Stone Bay to Dumpton Gap Beach
I adore Stone Bay beach; it's the popular Viking Bay's serene and quiet neighbour, away from the bustle of Broadstairs' shops, restaurants, and ice cream parlours. It's quite a small beach, however, is a lovely starting point for a coastal walk.
Head from Stone Bay, through to Viking Bay, passing the gorgeous colourful beach houses, fairground rides, and happy smiles of passersby. Then, make your way along the cliffside walkway, through to Louisa Bay, and onto Dumpton Gap beach.
Distance: 1.4 miles
Minnis Bay to Epple Bay
Minnis Bay is located on the other side of Thanet and an absolute treasure to visit all year round, especially in the summertime. Minnis Bay is quite a large beach and has a lot to explore, especially for a coastal walk. There are two different ways you can head from Minnis, and the first and shorter route is from Minnis Bay to Epple Bay.
Minnis Bay is a beautiful starting point with gorgeous, soothing waves. If you head towards the right side of Minnis Bay beach, you can make your way towards one of the quietest bays, Epple Bay. Epple Bay has a serene appeal and is lovely to walk around if you need complete silence.
Distance: 1.7 miles
Longer beach strolls over 2 miles
Ramsgate Beach to Viking Bay
The Royal Harbour in Ramsgate has more to offer than first meets the eye. It's a hub for restaurants, cute brunch spots, and the main stretch of sands with the best fish and chip shop ever, Peter's Fish Factory.
Ramsgate is quite a big town and the beach has a lot on offer for residents and visitors. The beauty of this walk is you get to experience both the joys of a park and the coastal trail. Head along the main sands of Ramsgate and then up the steps onto King George VI park. Walkthrough there until you come out to the entrance of Dumpton Gap Beach. You can then head down the path onto the beach and make your way along with the cliffside path until you reach the bustling beach of Viking Bay.
Distance: 2 miles
Palm Bay to Margate Main Sands
Palm Bay is one of the quieter beaches in Margate and a fab place to experience the joys of coastal air without too many people filing through. When you head along the bay, if you keep going, you'll continue into an even quieter beach, Warpole Bay. This sandy beach is really lovely, and if you keep going along, the main hub of Margate will greet you.
Margate's main sands are right next to Old Town with a selection of family-run restaurants, boutique-style shops, and cute coffee places.
Distance: 2.2 miles
Minnis Bay to Reculver
For probably one of the longest walks (unless you'd really like to walk the entire coastal walk of Thanet), Minnis Bay to Reculver is an amazing coastal walk, whether you'd prefer it on foot or by bike.
It's a popular spot for cyclists and dog walkers alike - and gives you the opportunity to experience the sandy shores of Minnis, the stoned beaches of Reculver, and end up in a great picnic spot by the towers.
Distance: 4.1 miles
I hope you enjoyed this post. Where is your favourite coastal walk?
Thank you for reading <3
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I mean I knew Kent had a coastline, but I didn't know it was that beautiful! I tend to think of Devon/Cornwall, Wales or Norfolk for coastlines, but these are stunning! Maybe I need to get on a train... when we're allowed of course!
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Yes, it's so beautiful here! I hope you get the chance to visit one day x
DeleteThese all look absolutely amazing! You're so lucky to be living near the seaside, I am sure it gives you such beautiful landscapes and views to appreciate! I have been to Broadstairs years ago in summer and liked the beaches there, bot much how busy it could get. Really lovely pictures and hope to walk these paths soon x
ReplyDeleteThank you so much, I'm really grateful! I hope you get a chance to come back xx
DeleteGood to see you appreciate your local coastline and the scenery looks great! I haven't been to that area yet, but hope to soon!
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DeleteOh my gosh! I think people that get to see those scenery often are so lucky. It's so breathtaking xx
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Thank you, I feel so lucky xx
DeleteSo beautiful! Thanks for sharing these photos and letting everyone know about the beauty of Kent. I had no idea, but then I'm not in the UK.
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DeleteThese look like such amazing walks! I really want to see more of the UK and it’s on my travel bucket list. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteThank you! I hope you can visit soon xx
DeleteGreat read! Not somewhere I'm familiar with, but it looks beautiful. Thanks for sharing!
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DeleteThese look amazing! Adding to our list of places to visit. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great post! The pictures and insights are lovely. Hope to make it there one day. Thanks for sharing. Be well.
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DeleteWow it looks so beautiful! Birmingham definitely doesn’t come close to this haha
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Thank you lovely!
DeleteOoo wow those are all amazing!! Would love to see more of the UK one day!
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh! You are so lucky to live near such a beautiful coastline! This has inspired me to take a trip down South once lockdown lifts and we can explore the UK again. Thank you so much for posting x
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Thank you so much! xx
DeleteWow, I don't think I can put into words just how much I need some sea air. There's nothing quite like it. My fiance spent a lot of time in Kent with his grandparents as a kid and he loved your snaps!
ReplyDeleteI feel a long weekend away to Kent coming!
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Aww thank you, I'm glad you enjoyed it!!
DeleteI am SO envious of you living so close to the sea. I love living in the country but our staycations in Cornwall and Dundee always make me want to move home! x
ReplyDeleteAw thank you, I'm very grateful x
DeleteOhhhh I love a good coastal walk - I'm so jealous of people who live near the sea! I live in the countryside (not going to complain there), but the views that people get and the sea air is something which I love!
ReplyDeleteMe too! Honestly I feel so grateful xx
DeleteWow, the sceneries are beautiful. I'm a huge fan of nature however and whenever. Thank you for sharing. I hope I'll be able to visit all of them one day.
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DeleteThese look amazing! Love the photos
ReplyDeleteOoh these are beautiful coastal walks Della, I'd love to walk one of these one day! x
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DeleteI used to walk from Ramsgate Beach to Viking Bay all the time, I live so close to Thanet (I live in Swale) but I love it so much.
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It's a lovely walk! Oh, no way xx
DeleteWow! I am so jealous of anyone who lives near the beach there are so many beautiful walks!
ReplyDeleteThank you! I feel very lucky x
DeleteWhat stunning views and beautiful beaches, though I am falling in love with the vividness of the stone arch. Being a mountain girl, I do not mind the rocks! ��
ReplyDeleteThank you! Oh, yes I don't blame you, it's gorgeous x
DeleteIt's been a long time since I've been to Kent, would love to visit again when its a bit safer. So many amazing walks, there's so much to see, I feel like I'd never get bored of going on walks if I had all of that near me! x
ReplyDeleteI hope you can come soon! I never get bored to be honest, so grateful xx
DeleteParadise no doubt! I've never been in Kent, and this post is the persuasion I needed :)
ReplyDeleteLindifique
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DeleteI love this post! Coastal walks are my favourite and I'm so excited to go and visit my favourite UK seaside places. There's nothing like a lovely coastal walk, thank you for sharing these suggestions x
ReplyDeleteSo true, thank you x
DeleteThis is such a helpful post. We got to explore some of the Kent coastline last year and I loved it. Its so beautiful compared to the likes of Weston Super Mud that we have here.
ReplyDeleteAww thank you so much x
DeleteThis is not an areas I have explored much before but WOW what beautiful pictures. You've certainly made me want to visit. My partner loves a costal walk so I might convince him to take a visit x
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Deleteoh my goodness, how beautiful! i never spent much time in kent when i lived in the UK, but it's definitely getting added to my list xx
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Wow, so beautiful! I had no idea that the Kent coast is so stunning! I definitely need to see it sometime, especially the Botany Bay to Joss Bay one!
ReplyDeleteThank you! I hope you can visit one day x
DeleteAmazing post and beautiful photos! Unfortunately I don't live by a beach but I love going to the beach when I go on holiday. I've never been to Kent before but I want to go one day!
ReplyDeleteThank you! Hopefully you can visit soon xx
DeleteWow! The scenery is absolutely stunning! Thank you for sharing all of these beautiful photos & the best places to visit! I loved reading this!
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DeleteAbsolutely gorgeous! I can't wait to be able to travel so many places in my bucket list. I'll definitely be adding this to it. Wonderful pictures as well.
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DeleteOh these walks look absolutely stunning! I've not been to Kent before to check out the beaches but now I really want to :) xx
ReplyDeleteHolly | www.gollymissholly.uk
Thank you! I hope you can visit soon xx
DeleteI haven't been here so can't relate to these but hope to see them someday. I simply loved the descriptive details you mentioned that was very nicely put. Also loved the Joss bay. Enjoyed reading!
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Deleteoh wow, all of these costal walks look so relaxing and refreshing, I need to visit Kent when things settle down :)
ReplyDeleteAh yay! I hope you enjoy it here x
DeleteKent is so beautiful! I didn't know it had so many costal walks, but they certainly are stunning. When we can travel again, it's definitely going on my list!
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That sounds fab, I hope you like it!
DeleteOMG! Stunning! Wish I lived near the Ocean. It's about an hour drive from me and my neighborhood is so blah. I'm living through you! Thanks for sharing xx
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Thank you so much, I feel very grateful!
DeleteThese beaches look so beautiful and peaceful! I don't think I've ever been to the Kent coastline before but now I really want to go there! x
ReplyDeleteAh thank you! I hope you can visit one day xx
DeleteI really like Kent and I WISH I lived by the coast. It's my dream to live near the sea. These look like lovely walks. I'd love to get out and do more stuff like this when I can x
ReplyDeleteThank you so much!! I feel so lucky to live here xx
DeleteThese photographs are so beautiful!
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DeleteThese photos look stunning! We moved away from the coast and I miss it so much! We're actually looking into moving back as we miss it so much.
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DeleteThese beaches look very beautiful. I'm sure that I will enjoy so much walking there.
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DeleteOh wow! These all look like such beautiful walks. It must be so lovely to live so close to them :) x
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DeleteThanks for sharing, these walks they all look great to do :)
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DeleteI've never been to the Kent coast but it looks beautiful!
ReplyDeleteLooks beautiful! I’d love to get a chance to visit, post-COVID of course.
ReplyDeleteI’d really love to visit this area when I return to the U.K. Thanks for sharing Della!
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