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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
| Tonight |  |
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| Chance of rain | % |
| Min temperature | 16°C |
| feels like | 18°C |
| Wind 8mph |  |
| Tomorrow |
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| Chance of rain | 100% |
| Max temperature | 17°C |
| feels like | 19°C |
| Wind 25mph |  |
| Max UV Index |  |
The tide at Ramsgate Sands is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 9:33 PM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 4:26 AM tomorrow.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
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
Water quality not measured here
less than a mile west-southwest as the seagull flies, less than a mile by road.
around 2 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 2 miles by road.
around 2 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 3 miles by road.
around 3 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 4 miles by road.
around 4 miles north as the seagull flies, around 5 miles by road.
around 4 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 11 miles by road.
around 4 miles north as the seagull flies, around 6 miles by road.
around 4 miles north-northwest as the seagull flies, around 6 miles by road.
around 4 miles north-northwest as the seagull flies, around 5 miles by road.
around 4 miles north-northwest as the seagull flies, around 5 miles by road.
around 5 miles northwest as the seagull flies, around 6 miles by road.
around 5 miles northwest as the seagull flies, around 7 miles by road.
around 5 miles northwest as the seagull flies, around 7 miles by road.
around 7 miles west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road.
around 8 miles south as the seagull flies, around 14 miles by road.
around 10 miles west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road.
around 10 miles south as the seagull flies, around 17 miles by road.
around 12 miles west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 15 miles by road.
around 13 miles south as the seagull flies, around 20 miles by road.
around 13 miles west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 15 miles by road.
Location: Ramsgate
Location type: Urban
OS Grid: TR387648
Coordinates: 51°19'57"N 1°25'33"E
Mapcode: GBR X0M.7BY
What 3 Words: tree.full.brings
Coordinates and location codes are for an approximate mid-point of the beach, and may not reflect the best access point or the most popular part of the beach.
County: Kent
Country: England
Local Authority: Thanet
Parish: Ramsgate
Nearest postcode: CT11 8LX
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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