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Herne Bay

Kent, England


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The bathing water is a resort beach on the north Kent coast close to Herne Bay town centre.

The bathing water is predominantly a groyned, shingle beach but with some sand exposed at low water. A promenade sits above the beach along with grassed areas behind.

Herne Bay is adjacent to the Kent Coastline Walk.

Sand Shingle

Weather and tides for Saturday 18 May

Tonight
Chance of rain 23%
Min temp. 11°C
(feels like 11°C)
Wind 2mph
Tomorrow (Sunday)
Chance of rain 9%
Max temp. 18°C
(feels like 16°C)
Wind 9mph
Max UV Index

The tide at Herne Bay is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 9:59 PM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 4:22 AM tomorrow.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

Approximate sea surface temperature:   14.5°C  

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Recommended holiday cottages near Herne Bay

Things to do and see in the area

Reculver Towers and Roman Fort (2.3 miles)
The Tankerton Arms (4.1 miles)
Tankerton Slopes (4.2 miles)
Whitstable Harbour (5 miles)
Playhouse Theatre Whitstable (5 miles)
The Black Dog (5.1 miles)
Whitstable Town Centre (5.1 miles)

All distances are approximate

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Location: Herne Bay

Location type: Urban

OS Grid: TR186684

County: Kent

Country: England

Local Authority: Canterbury

Nearest postcode: CT6 6BA

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