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Reculver Beach is a small, tranquil stretch of shingle, backed by rocks and grassy areas around 3 miles east of Herne Bay. The beach is overlooked by a 12th century tower and Roman fort, providing a romantic backdrop and an excellent photo opportunity.
The site has a rich history, with a Roman fort once located here, and a Saxon church built after the Romans left. The current church, with its two towers known locally as “The Twin Sisters”, dates back to the 12th century. Visitors can walk along the many paths in the area, relax in the grassy area behind the church ruins, or enjoy a picnic.
The beach and surrounding Reculver Country Park are home to a variety of wildlife, including migratory birds in the winter months and sand martins nesting in the cliffs above the beach in the summer. The nearby playground is a great place for children to play, and visitors can also enjoy walking along the sea front, following The Saxon Shore Way Trail, or cycling on the Oyster Bay Trail.
Access to the beach is via a slipway, and disabled access is available to the reserve, down a steep slope which is tarmacked. The car park is reasonably priced, although visitors will need to bring coins to pay. There is also a pub near the car park and a visitor centre, although this is currently temporarily closed.
Reculver Country Park is designated a Special Protection Area (SPA) and Special Site of Scientific Interest (SSSI), recognised for its abundant wildlife and bird life.
Reculver Beach is adjacent to the Kent Coastline Walk and the Viking Coastal Trail.
Shingle
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| Chance of rain | % |
| Max temperature | 21°C |
| feels like | 23°C |
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| Min temperature | 14°C |
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The tide at Reculver Beach is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 7:40 AM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 2:20 PM.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Campsite
Food available
Toilets
There's a car park by the beach.
Dogs are allowed.
No lifeguard cover at this beach
Water quality not measured here
around 3 miles west as the seagull flies, around 10 miles by road or 3 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 3 miles west as the seagull flies, around 10 miles by road or 3 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 3 miles east as the seagull flies, around 8 miles by road or 4 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 4 miles west as the seagull flies, around 10 miles by road or 4 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 4 miles west as the seagull flies, around 11 miles by road or 4 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 6 miles east as the seagull flies, around 8 miles by road or 6 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 6 miles east as the seagull flies, around 8 miles by road or 7 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 7 miles east as the seagull flies, around 10 miles by road or 8 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 7 miles west as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road or 7 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 8 miles east as the seagull flies, around 10 miles by road or 8 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 8 miles east as the seagull flies, around 11 miles by road or 9 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 8 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 15 miles by road or 9 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 9 miles east as the seagull flies, around 12 miles by road.
around 9 miles east as the seagull flies, around 12 miles by road.
around 10 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 12 miles by road.
around 10 miles east as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road.
around 10 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road.
around 10 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 17 miles by road.
around 11 miles east as the seagull flies, around 14 miles by road.
around 11 miles east as the seagull flies, around 14 miles by road.
Location: Reculver
Location type: Rural
Nearest village: Boyden Gate
OS Grid: TR230694
Coordinates: 51°22'47"N 1°12'12"E
Mapcode: GBR VYD.K2F
What 3 Words: herb.muddy.unicorns
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: Canterbury
Nearest postcode: CT6 6SU
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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