What is the water and sand quality of the Sunny Sands beach?

The Sunny Sands beach is covered with soft and fine gray sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Crystal clear water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.

What are the key activities at Sunny Sands beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Sunny Sands 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 Sunny Sands beach good for swimming?

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

Is the Sunny Sands beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Sunny Sands beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Sunny Sands beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Sunny Sands beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.The Harbour Inn is the closest place located 400 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Sunny Sands beach?

There are 260 places to stay in the Sunny Sands beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Sunny Sands beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=376060&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Rocksalt</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3800620&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">OYO Gran Canaria Hotel</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3532307&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Folkestone harbour view</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6171292&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">The Gatehouse</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6404591&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Sunny Sands, Three Beaches House</a></li></ul>

How far is the Sunny Sands beach from parking?

The Sunny Sands 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 Sunny Sands beach?

There are 1 attractions near Sunny Sands beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Folkestone Harbour Arm located in 0.5 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Sunny Sands beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Sunny Sands 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?

Sunny Sands 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.Sunny Sands beach (Kent) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.

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Sunny Sands beach

Folkestone, United Kingdom

7.8

#145 out of 570 in England 6

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Gray fine sand Fine sand bottom Short walking distance Parking nearby

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Located within the settlement

Folkestone • 0.8 km

Map of beach

Playground Adventure Playground

550m

Playground Lower Leas Coastal Park

580m

Playground Radnor Park Play Area

1km

Dog Park Eurotunnel Pet Exercise Area (Folkestone)

4.4km

Playground Hythe Green Playground

7.1km

Playground Play park

7.9km

Park Folkestone East Cliff and Warren Country Park.

550m

Park Folkestone Warren Nature Reserve

1km

Park Battle of Britain Memorial

2km

Park Imperial Park

5.8km

Park Samphire Hoe

5.8km

Park Football Foundation

6.3km

Park Oaklands Park and Bandstand

6.6km

Park Grange Road Play Park

6.7km

Park Hythe Triangle Community Garden

6.8km

Restaurant Little Rock Folkestone

9.4 - Excellent 80m

Fast Food Restaurant McDonald's

7.6 - Very good 200m

Turkish Restaurant Aspendos Folkestone

9.2 - Excellent 220m

Meal Takeaway Sandy's

9.8 - Exceptional 230m

Seafood Restaurant Rocksalt

8.8 - Excellent 250m

Bar The Harbour Inn

8.6 - Excellent 270m

Bar The Pullman Folkestone

8.8 - Excellent 310m

Restaurant Marleys

9.6 - Exceptional 320m

Coffee Shop Steep Street Coffee House

9.6 - Exceptional 360m

Supermarket Iceland Supermarket Folkestone

220m

Supermarket Londis

310m

Discount Store Poundland

370m

Supermarket Sainsbury's

380m

Supermarket Asda Folkestone Supercentre

400m

Supermarket Tesco Express

430m

Supermarket Lidl

510m

Supermarket Tesco Express

790m

Supermarket Tesco Express

900m

Tourist Attraction Folkestone Harbour Arm

140m

Museum Kent Battle of Britain Museum Trust

4.4km

Tourist Attraction Hythe Seafront

6.1km

Tourist Attraction Sladden Wood

6.6 - Good 6.8km

Tourist Attraction Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway

7.3km

Tourist Attraction Knights Templar

8.4 - Very good 8.7km

Tourist Attraction Russell Gardens

9.2 - Excellent 8.8km

Tourist Attraction The Grand Shaft

8.6 - Excellent 9km

Tourist Attraction Western Heights Of Dover

9.2 - Excellent 9.1km

Performing Arts Theater Leas Cliff Hall

8.8 - Excellent 290m

Historical Landmark Abbot’s Cliff Sound Mirror

4.1km

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About

Sunny Sands beach is located on the English channel (part of North Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 8th place out of 33 beaches in the Kent region The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains.

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

Folkestone • 0.8 km

Map of beach

Playground Adventure Playground

550m

Playground Lower Leas Coastal Park

580m

Playground Radnor Park Play Area

1km

Dog Park Eurotunnel Pet Exercise Area (Folkestone)

4.4km

Playground Hythe Green Playground

7.1km

Playground Play park

7.9km

Park Folkestone East Cliff and Warren Country Park.

550m

Park Folkestone Warren Nature Reserve

1km

Park Battle of Britain Memorial

2km

Park Imperial Park

5.8km

Park Samphire Hoe

5.8km

Park Football Foundation

6.3km

Park Oaklands Park and Bandstand

6.6km

Park Grange Road Play Park

6.7km

Park Hythe Triangle Community Garden

6.8km

Restaurant Little Rock Folkestone

9.4 - Excellent 80m

Fast Food Restaurant McDonald's

7.6 - Very good 200m

Turkish Restaurant Aspendos Folkestone

9.2 - Excellent 220m

Meal Takeaway Sandy's

9.8 - Exceptional 230m

Seafood Restaurant Rocksalt

8.8 - Excellent 250m

Bar The Harbour Inn

8.6 - Excellent 270m

Bar The Pullman Folkestone

8.8 - Excellent 310m

Restaurant Marleys

9.6 - Exceptional 320m

Coffee Shop Steep Street Coffee House

9.6 - Exceptional 360m

Supermarket Iceland Supermarket Folkestone

220m

Supermarket Londis

310m

Discount Store Poundland

370m

Supermarket Sainsbury's

380m

Supermarket Asda Folkestone Supercentre

400m

Supermarket Tesco Express

430m

Supermarket Lidl

510m

Supermarket Tesco Express

790m

Supermarket Tesco Express

900m

Tourist Attraction Folkestone Harbour Arm

140m

Museum Kent Battle of Britain Museum Trust

4.4km

Tourist Attraction Hythe Seafront

6.1km

Tourist Attraction Sladden Wood

6.6 - Good 6.8km

Tourist Attraction Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway

7.3km

Tourist Attraction Knights Templar

8.4 - Very good 8.7km

Tourist Attraction Russell Gardens

9.2 - Excellent 8.8km

Tourist Attraction The Grand Shaft

8.6 - Excellent 9km

Tourist Attraction Western Heights Of Dover

9.2 - Excellent 9.1km

Performing Arts Theater Leas Cliff Hall

8.8 - Excellent 290m

Historical Landmark Abbot’s Cliff Sound Mirror

4.1km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

280m from the beach

9 Excellent

Harbour Cottage

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Folkestone • 800m from center

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350m from the beach

8.3 Very good

Rocksalt

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Located at nearest locality

Folkestone • 570m from center

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350m from the beach

9 Excellent

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Folkestone • 450m from center

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880m from the beach

10 Exceptional

Folkestone Loft

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Folkestone • 340m from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.5 (Very good)

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Localities

Nearest

Folkestone • 860m

Transport

Airport

MSE • 31km

Bus Station

Hythe Light Railway Station (Stop D) • 8.3km

Train Station

Hythe • 8.4km

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Average Reviews rating

7.8 Very good

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7.8 Very good

Ethan Reed

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

The beach is quite pleasant with its sandy terrain.

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Brenna Farraday

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

8 Very good

Although I'm not fond of sunbathing or swimming, I must admit that the beach's gray fine sand is quite lovely.

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Soren Kael.

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

I'm absolutely smitten with this beach - it's easily my top pick in town and draws crowds consistently. The sand is soft and the water is shallow, making it a safe spot for children. Plus, the harbour arm provides shelter from any rough waves, unless there's a storm.

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Niklas Jansson.

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

There are plenty of nearby amenities such as restaurants, hotels, and toilets, making it a great spot for us. We absolutely adore it!

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Javad Nemati

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

8 Very good

The beach is stunning, featuring fine gray sand that adds to its charm. Although it may be small, the calm waters make it feel like you're swimming in a cup of water.

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Sunny Sands beach

Folkestone, United Kingdom

Playground Adventure Playground

Playground Lower Leas Coastal Park

Playground Radnor Park Play Area

Dog Park Eurotunnel Pet Exercise Area (Folkestone)

Playground Hythe Green Playground

Playground Play park

Park Folkestone East Cliff and Warren Country Park.

Park Folkestone Warren Nature Reserve

Park Battle of Britain Memorial

Park Imperial Park

Park Samphire Hoe

Park Football Foundation

Park Oaklands Park and Bandstand

Park Grange Road Play Park

Park Hythe Triangle Community Garden

Restaurant Little Rock Folkestone

Fast Food Restaurant McDonald's

Turkish Restaurant Aspendos Folkestone

Meal Takeaway Sandy's

Seafood Restaurant Rocksalt

Bar The Harbour Inn

Bar The Pullman Folkestone

Restaurant Marleys

Coffee Shop Steep Street Coffee House

Supermarket Iceland Supermarket Folkestone

Supermarket Londis

Discount Store Poundland

Supermarket Sainsbury's

Supermarket Asda Folkestone Supercentre

Supermarket Tesco Express

Supermarket Lidl

Supermarket Tesco Express

Supermarket Tesco Express

Tourist Attraction Folkestone Harbour Arm

Museum Kent Battle of Britain Museum Trust

Tourist Attraction Hythe Seafront

Tourist Attraction Sladden Wood

Tourist Attraction Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway

Tourist Attraction Knights Templar

Tourist Attraction Russell Gardens

Tourist Attraction The Grand Shaft

Tourist Attraction Western Heights Of Dover

Performing Arts Theater Leas Cliff Hall

Historical Landmark Abbot’s Cliff Sound Mirror

About

Weather

Folkestone, England, Kent

Playground Adventure Playground

Playground Lower Leas Coastal Park

Playground Radnor Park Play Area

Dog Park Eurotunnel Pet Exercise Area (Folkestone)

Playground Hythe Green Playground

Playground Play park

Park Folkestone East Cliff and Warren Country Park.

Park Folkestone Warren Nature Reserve

Park Battle of Britain Memorial

Park Imperial Park

Park Samphire Hoe

Park Football Foundation

Park Oaklands Park and Bandstand

Park Grange Road Play Park

Park Hythe Triangle Community Garden

Restaurant Little Rock Folkestone

Fast Food Restaurant McDonald's

Turkish Restaurant Aspendos Folkestone

Meal Takeaway Sandy's

Seafood Restaurant Rocksalt

Bar The Harbour Inn

Bar The Pullman Folkestone

Restaurant Marleys

Coffee Shop Steep Street Coffee House

Supermarket Iceland Supermarket Folkestone

Supermarket Londis

Discount Store Poundland

Supermarket Sainsbury's

Supermarket Asda Folkestone Supercentre

Supermarket Tesco Express

Supermarket Lidl