Sandwich Bay

  • Sandwich Bay - Kent
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  • Sandwich Bay - Kent
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  • Sandwich Bay - Kent
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  • Sandwich Bay - Kent
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  • Sandwich Bay - Kent
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  • This long, somewhat featureless, stretch of sand and pebble beach is backed by three golf courses and a private estate. This makes actually getting to the beach a little more complicated than it look on the map. The most obvious route involves a private toll road through the estate, although this is a little on the expensive side. At present it is £7 to get access by car, or you can buy a yearly pass - both come with terms and conditions of entry.

    At the southern end of the beach is a steep stone section protecting the private estate.
    To the back of the beach are sand dunes and the beach is bordered to the north by the River Stour. This end of the beach is a popular nudist spot, although there are reports of some friction with golf club members(!).

    Type of beach

    Sand & shingle

    Lifeguard service

    No

    Dogs friendly beach?

    Dogs allowed

    Sandwich bay beach is dog friendly all year round.

    Kent dog friendly beaches »

    Activities

    • Kite surfing
    • Swimming/bathing
    • Wind surfing

    Nudist/naturist beach

    Yes

    Nearest town

    Sandwich

    Postcode

    CT13 9QB

    OS grid ref.

    TR 3611 5837

    Parking

    Parking available

    Water quality

    Water quality star rating

    Awards

    Marine Conservation Society Recommended

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