West Bay, Westgate-on-Sea

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A completely tidal bay, West Bay provides an excellent opportunity for building sandcastles, and rockpooling, making it an ideal place for children and adults to explore. A pub and cafe are located on the promenade nearby...

Seaside Award 2024
Designated for bathing
Seasonal Toilets
2024 Seasonal Lifeguards: Daily Saturday 13th July - Sunday 1st September 10am-6pm
Beach Shower
Beach Chalets for hire (03333 660 661)
Bay Information
Beach shop, Rockpooling, Cafe, Public house
Dog Ban in place from 1st May until 30th September (dogs not permitted from 10am - 6pm)
BBQs allowed only after 6pm. Please take rubbish & coals, etc away, and ensure they are fully extinguished

Please remember, if you are visiting our beaches and bays, 'Respect, Protect and Enjoy' and leave only your footprints.

To find out about accessibility at this beach, please click here

Address

West Bay Sea Road
Westgate-on-Sea
Kent
CT8 8QG

Contact

visitorinformation@thanet.gov.uk 01843 577577

Links

Website

Gift shop

Restaurant / Cafe / Tea shop

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