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Ramsgate Sands

Kent, England


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A popular sandy bay backed by high chalk cliffs and near a picturesque harbour.

Children's amusements nearby make this an excellent family beach. The Beach receives regular awards, and has been named as one of the 10 top beaches in the UK.

Ramsgate Sands is adjacent to the Kent Coastline Walk and the Viking Coastal Trail.

Harbour Sand

Weather and tides for Thursday 21 November

Today
Chance of rain 7%
Max temp. 5°C
(feels like 3°C)
Wind 4mph
Max UV Index
Tonight
Chance of rain 6%
Min temp. 1°C
(feels like -4°C)
Wind 16mph

The tide at Ramsgate Sands is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 9:35 AM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 3:19 PM.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

Approximate sea surface temperature:   12.3°C  

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Recommended holiday cottages near Ramsgate Sands

Things to do and see in the area

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

Other beaches nearby

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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