Margate Main Sands
MargateA sheltered golden-sand beach in the heart of Margate, with the harbour arm and Turner Contemporary at one end.
Get directionsBeachTime here: 1–2 h
On the map
Westbrook Promenade, Margate, CT9 5AF
Quick facts
Main Sands is a sheltered, golden horseshoe of sand with Blue Flag status.
Sea bathing from wheeled bathing machines was an established Margate custom by 1805.
The harbour arm and Turner Contemporary stand at the western end of the beach.
Address
Westbrook Promenade, Margate, CT9 5AF
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