Walpole Bay, Margate

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2025-10-29

The bathing water is a resort beach on the north Kent coast near to Margate. It is a gently shelving sandy beach with a lido at the western end and tidal pool at the eastern end. There are extensive underwater rock formations just offshore along the length of the beach which are exposed at low water. These formations are part of a Site of Special Scientific Interest and are great for rock pooling. A promenade sits above the beach with small cliffs behind. The Walpole Bay Hotel, located in Margate, is a well-regarded beachfront hotel with a rich history and charming atmosphere.

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The bathing water is a resort beach on the north Kent coast close to Margate town centre. It is a gently shelving sandy beach with a harbour wall at the western end and a lido at the eastern end. There are extensive underwater rock formations just offshore along the length of the beach which are exposed at low water. A promenade sits above the beach with public gardens behind.

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