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Ramsgate Sands, located in Kent, is a popular sandy beach that offers a range of amenities and activities for visitors, making it an excellent choice for families.
Ramsgate Sands is a sandy resort beach situated by the Royal Harbour and Marina, with high chalk cliffs to the north. The beach is surrounded by a range of facilities, including bars, cafes, and restaurants, making it an ideal destination for those looking for a leisurely day out or a longer seaside break.
The beach offers a range of activities and facilities, including a promenade, children's amusements, deckchairs and sun loungers for hire, and toilets. Lifeguards are on duty during the holidays, providing a safe and secure environment for bathers. Visitors can also take a tour of the wartime Ramsgate Tunnels, which sheltered thousands of people during WWII air raids.
Ramsgate Sands has received numerous awards and recognition for its quality and facilities. The beach has been awarded the Blue Flag Award and has been named as one of the top 10 beaches in the UK.
The beach is dog friendly, although there are restrictions in place during the summer months from 1 May to 30 September each year. Parking is convenient for day trippers, with car parks located close to the beach front.
The Thanet Coast Project operates around this part of the coast, aiming to protect and raise awareness about coastal wildlife.
Ramsgate Sands is adjacent to the Kent Coastline Walk and the Viking Coastal Trail.
Harbour Sand
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| Chance of rain | 6% |
| Max temp. | 23°C |
| (feels like | 21°C) |
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| Chance of rain | 5% |
| Min temp. | 16°C |
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The tide at Ramsgate Sands is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 4:47 PM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 11:54 PM.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Approximate sea surface temperature:
18.9°C
Food available
Toilets
Shops
Litter bins
Slipway
Multi story car parks available and spaces off Harbour Parade Road and to the west off Military Road.
Dogs not allowed at all times during May 1st to September 30th.
Beach cleaned daily during the summer.
Daily - 9th July - 4th September
Weekends - 21st May - 2nd July
Good water quality
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Ramsgate Tunnels (0.1 miles)
Rib Request - Day Tours (0.2 miles)
Real Life Games (0.3 miles)
Ramsgate Royal Harbour & Marina (0.4 miles)
The Micro Museum (0.4 miles)
Sailors Church (0.5 miles)
Shrine of St Augustine (0.7 miles)
The Grange (0.8 miles)
Kent Surf School (2 miles)
Viking Bay (2 miles)
All distances are approximate
around 2 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 4 miles by road.
around 3 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 4 miles by road.
less than a mile west-southwest as the seagull flies, less than a mile by road.
around 4 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 11 miles by road.
around 13 miles west as the seagull flies, around 16 miles by road.
around 17 miles west as the seagull flies, around 18 miles by road.
around 5 miles northwest as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road.
around 7 miles west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road.
around 4 miles north-northwest as the seagull flies, around 6 miles by road.
Location: Ramsgate
Location type: Urban
OS Grid: TR387648
County: Kent
Country: England
Local Authority: Thanet
Parish: Ramsgate
Nearest postcode: CT11 8LX
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