West Bay Beach - Kent Coast - South East England

Visit West Bay Beach

Great for a family day out, West Bay, also known as Westgate Beach, is a popular summer destination close to Margate. When the tide goes out a wide sandy beach appears. The beach is backed by a promenade and row of beach huts with rows of wooden beach chalets.

Dog friendly between October and April – restricted during the Summer.

This beach is …

A Blue Flag Beach
Family Friendly

What to see and do

Take a Walk Along The Beach

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Places to stay

Holiday Cottages

Holiday accommodation near this beach

Have a great day out by the coast

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Getting To West Bay

Beach Location

Sea Road, Westgate-on-Sea, Kent CT8 8QG

Parking

There is a carpark close to the beach

Nearest Train

Westgate-on-Sea Station

Taking a trip to the beach. Get there by train or car.

Map of West Bay Beach

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What’s On along the Coast

Throughout the year there are a series of events and festivals taking place along the Coast. Find out What’s On from food festivals to cultural and sporting events.

Get active on the beach

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