What is the water and sand quality of the St Margaret's beach?

The St Margaret's beach is covered with light small pebbles. It's relatively clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Crystal clear water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is convenient from small pebbles.

What are the key activities at St Margaret's beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the St Margaret's beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the St Margaret's beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.St Margaret's beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

Is the St Margaret's beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with small pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the St Margaret's beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.The following features add extra points:<ul><li>Mountains/hills in the vicinity</li></ul>

Is there any food or beverages in the area of St Margaret's beach?

The bar is located right on the St Margaret's beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.BlueBirds is the closest place located 1000 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the St Margaret's beach?

There are 270 places to stay in the St Margaret's beach area.The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6368648&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Moonstone Lodge</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=7100482&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">17th Century Boutique Getaway in the Countryside</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2847954&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Kingsdown Holiday Park</a></li></ul>

How far is the St Margaret's beach from parking?

The St Margaret's beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby St Margaret's beach?

There are 4 attractions near St Margaret's beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are St Margaret's Museum located in 0.3 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit St Margaret's beach?

The month with the highest temperature in St Margaret's beach is August. Its average value reaches 19°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 18°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 8°C and water 9°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

St Margaret's beach (Kent) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.This beach is poorly suitable for sunbathing. First of all St Margaret's beach (Kent) is completely lacking in comfortable sunbathe facilities. There are no sun loungers and umbrellas, this is usually not a problem for an unsophisticated tourist who can relax on a towel, but in this case the rest can be very uncomfortable due to pebbles.Lying on it is possible, but is far from comfortable. In addition there is a lack of natural shade, which leaves you alone with the summer sun. So our recommendation is that you can sunbathe comfortably on the St Margaret's beach for a short time, and not at the peak of sunbathing. If you want to explore the photos of this beach - they are above on the page.

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Photo of St Margaret's beach with blue pure water surface

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St Margaret's beach

St Margarets at Cliff, United Kingdom

7.6

#200 out of 570 in England 3

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Light fine pebble Fine pebbles bottom Short walking distance Parking nearby

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Located within the settlement

St. Margaret's at Cliffe • 1 km

Map of beach

Dog Park Freedom Fields Dog Play Park

4.7km

Park Dover Patrol Memorial

600m

Park Ringwould Green

3.8km

Park 56 Liverpool Rd

6km

Park Marke Wood Recreation Ground

6.1km

Park Kearsney Abbey Gardens

7.9km

Park Samphire Hoe

9.4km

Park Betteshanger Park

9.4km

Cafe BlueBirds

7.2 - Good 640m

Restaurant The Swingate Inn & Namaste Dover

9 - Excellent 3.2km

Bar The Five Bells, Ringwould

7.8 - Very good 3.6km

Bar The Kings Head

9.2 - Excellent 3.7km

Cafe Kingsdown Koffee Pod

6 - Pleasant 3.7km

Restaurant Duke Of York Brewers Fayre

7.8 - Very good 3.8km

Cafe Shell

7 - Good 3.8km

Bar The Rising Sun

9 - Excellent 3.9km

Restaurant Premier Inn Dover East hotel

8 - Very good 3.9km

Supermarket Londis

5.4km

Tourist Attraction St Margaret's Beach

9.2 - Excellent 50m

Tourist Attraction The Pines Garden Tea Room & Museum

9.2 - Excellent 120m

Tourist Attraction St Margaret's Museum

9.2 - Excellent 120m

Tourist Attraction National Trust - The White Cliffs of Dover

3.7km

Tourist Attraction Ripple Windmill, Ringwould

10 - Exceptional 4.4km

Tourist Attraction Dover Castle

9.4 - Excellent 4.8km

Tourist Attraction P W R R & Queens Regiment Museum

9 - Excellent 4.8km

Tourist Attraction The Great Tower

9.6 - Exceptional 4.8km

Tourist Attraction Operation Dynamo: Rescue From Dunkirk

9.6 - Exceptional 4.8km

Historical Landmark National Trust South Foreland Lighthouse

1.3km

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About

St Margaret's beach is located on the English channel (part of North Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 12th place out of 33 beaches in the Kent region The beach is located in an urban area, surrounded by the cliffs.

Weather

history

+18 ^o C +16 ^o C

Air temperature

6.7 M/S

Wind

+18 ^o C

Water temperature

0.7 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

St. Margaret's at Cliffe • 1 km

Map of beach

Dog Park Freedom Fields Dog Play Park

4.7km

Park Dover Patrol Memorial

600m

Park Ringwould Green

3.8km

Park 56 Liverpool Rd

6km

Park Marke Wood Recreation Ground

6.1km

Park Kearsney Abbey Gardens

7.9km

Park Samphire Hoe

9.4km

Park Betteshanger Park

9.4km

Cafe BlueBirds

7.2 - Good 640m

Restaurant The Swingate Inn & Namaste Dover

9 - Excellent 3.2km

Bar The Five Bells, Ringwould

7.8 - Very good 3.6km

Bar The Kings Head

9.2 - Excellent 3.7km

Cafe Kingsdown Koffee Pod

6 - Pleasant 3.7km

Restaurant Duke Of York Brewers Fayre

7.8 - Very good 3.8km

Cafe Shell

7 - Good 3.8km

Bar The Rising Sun

9 - Excellent 3.9km

Restaurant Premier Inn Dover East hotel

8 - Very good 3.9km

Supermarket Londis

5.4km

Tourist Attraction St Margaret's Beach

9.2 - Excellent 50m

Tourist Attraction The Pines Garden Tea Room & Museum

9.2 - Excellent 120m

Tourist Attraction St Margaret's Museum

9.2 - Excellent 120m

Tourist Attraction National Trust - The White Cliffs of Dover

3.7km

Tourist Attraction Ripple Windmill, Ringwould

10 - Exceptional 4.4km

Tourist Attraction Dover Castle

9.4 - Excellent 4.8km

Tourist Attraction P W R R & Queens Regiment Museum

9 - Excellent 4.8km

Tourist Attraction The Great Tower

9.6 - Exceptional 4.8km

Tourist Attraction Operation Dynamo: Rescue From Dunkirk

9.6 - Exceptional 4.8km

Historical Landmark National Trust South Foreland Lighthouse

1.3km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

320m from the beach

Steepacre

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

St. Margaret's at Cliffe • 1000m from center

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1.3km from the beach

9.9 Exceptional

Moonstone Lodge

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

St. Margaret's at Cliffe • 710m from center

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Fab Stay UK - Book this Coastal & Country Retreat - Apartments minutes from Dover & Deal

3.7km from the beach

8.5 Excellent

The Heights

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

St. Margaret's at Cliffe • 3.7km from center

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4km from the beach

8.3 Very good

Kingsdown Holiday Park

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

St. Margaret's at Cliffe • 4km from center

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Area

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Localities

Nearest

St. Margaret's at Cliffe • 1km

Transport

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7.6 Very good

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7.6 Very good

Andrew Hollister.

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

8 Very good

A serene and delightful destination, the beach offers a tranquil ambiance with the soothing melody of the waves caressing the pebbled shore. The picturesque vistas are breathtakingly beautiful and leave a lasting impression on the mind. The Coastguard, a charming pub, is present on the premises, although it was undergoing renovation during our visit. The convenience of washrooms and an eatery serving tea and snacks is also available. Without hesitation, I would highly recommend this place to anyone seeking a peaceful retreat.

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Lara Grimlin

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

If you prefer sandy beaches, this may not be the ideal spot for you. However, it should be noted that the beach here boasts light, fine pebbles that make for a unique and enjoyable experience.

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Samantha Woodley

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

We were delighted to visit this beach for a weekend getaway. It's an excellent choice for anyone seeking a peaceful day by the sea. Additionally, the beach boasts light and fine pebbles, adding to its charm.

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Crypto Vixen

Beach Practitioner • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

This secluded gem is a must-visit destination. If you're on the lookout for a serene and peaceful spot to snap some pictures of the stunning white cliffs of Dover, look no further. Tucked away in a cozy nook, you and your family can wander along the pebble beach (and maybe even discover some sea glass) while admiring the breathtaking views of the chalky cliffs. And if you need a break, there's a charming cafe nearby where you can recharge with a cup of coffee or a snack.

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Lena Cole

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

Oh, the breathtaking view of the cliffs and ocean at St. Margaret's Bay, Kent! It's almost too much to handle. And let's not forget about the kiosk's fantastic takeaway coffees - a perfect pick-me-up for any beachgoer. Plus, the public toilets are clean as a whistle - always a nice surprise. There's an abundance of things to discover and explore, making it a dog walker's dream come true. And for the little ones, there's plenty of fun to be had. All in all, a beach that truly has it all!

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St Margaret's beach

St Margarets at Cliff, United Kingdom

Dog Park Freedom Fields Dog Play Park

Park Dover Patrol Memorial

Park Ringwould Green

Park 56 Liverpool Rd

Park Marke Wood Recreation Ground

Park Kearsney Abbey Gardens

Park Samphire Hoe

Park Betteshanger Park

Cafe BlueBirds

Restaurant The Swingate Inn & Namaste Dover

Bar The Five Bells, Ringwould

Bar The Kings Head

Cafe Kingsdown Koffee Pod

Restaurant Duke Of York Brewers Fayre

Cafe Shell

Bar The Rising Sun

Restaurant Premier Inn Dover East hotel

Supermarket Londis

Tourist Attraction St Margaret's Beach

Tourist Attraction The Pines Garden Tea Room & Museum

Tourist Attraction St Margaret's Museum

Tourist Attraction National Trust - The White Cliffs of Dover

Tourist Attraction Ripple Windmill, Ringwould

Tourist Attraction Dover Castle

Tourist Attraction P W R R & Queens Regiment Museum

Tourist Attraction The Great Tower

Tourist Attraction Operation Dynamo: Rescue From Dunkirk

Historical Landmark National Trust South Foreland Lighthouse

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St. Margaret's at Cliffe, England, Kent

Dog Park Freedom Fields Dog Play Park

Park Dover Patrol Memorial

Park Ringwould Green

Park 56 Liverpool Rd

Park Marke Wood Recreation Ground

Park Kearsney Abbey Gardens

Park Samphire Hoe

Park Betteshanger Park

Cafe BlueBirds

Restaurant The Swingate Inn & Namaste Dover

Bar The Five Bells, Ringwould

Bar The Kings Head

Cafe Kingsdown Koffee Pod

Restaurant Duke Of York Brewers Fayre

Cafe Shell

Bar The Rising Sun

Restaurant Premier Inn Dover East hotel

Supermarket Londis

Tourist Attraction St Margaret's Beach

Tourist Attraction The Pines Garden Tea Room & Museum

Tourist Attraction St Margaret's Museum

Tourist Attraction National Trust - The White Cliffs of Dover

Tourist Attraction Ripple Windmill, Ringwould

Tourist Attraction Dover Castle

Tourist Attraction P W R R & Queens Regiment Museum

Tourist Attraction The Great Tower

Tourist Attraction Operation Dynamo: Rescue From Dunkirk

Historical Landmark National Trust South Foreland Lighthouse

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.3 (Good)

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Localities

St. Margaret's at Cliffe • 1km