Tankerton Beach — Attraction in Canterbury

Tankerton Beach is a hidden coastal gem that offers a serene and picturesque escape near Whitstable, Kent. My visit to this beach left me mesmerized by its natural beauty, tranquil atmosphere, and breathtaking views.

The pebble shoreline of Tankerton Beach is simply stunning. Walking along the beach, I felt a sense of calmness as I listened to the gentle crashing of waves and felt the smooth pebbles beneath my feet. The beach is well-maintained and pristine, making it a pleasure to explore and enjoy the peaceful ambiance.

The colorful beach huts that adorn the promenade add a touch of charm to the scenery. These vibrant huts create a delightful backdrop for capturing memorable photos or simply admiring the picturesque coastal landscape.

Tankerton Beach also offers ample space for leisurely walks or jogging along the expansive stretch of pebbles. It's a fantastic place for beachcombing, as I had the pleasure of discovering unique seashells and pieces of driftwood along the shore.

The beach is well-equipped with facilities, including clean public toilets, convenient parking nearby, and cozy cafes where you can grab a snack or a hot beverage to complement your visit.

It's the perfect destination for those seeking a peaceful coastal retreat, breathtaking sunsets, or simply a moment of tranquility away from the hustle and bustle of daily life.

I highly recommend a visit to Tankerton Beach to experience its natural charm and unwind in the midst of captivating coastal scenery. It's a true hidden gem that will leave you feeling refreshed, rejuvenated, and connected to the...

Pebbled beach area between Whitstable and Herne Bay in Kent. If you just want the beach and not amusements and arcades this is a perfect place to visit and I've never seen it crowded out. Street parking above the beach is free of charge, next to the road is a wide grassed area and steps lead down to the beach at various points and at one end there is a slope. There are two places to get refreshments,one at each end. At the end nearest to Whitstable there is a takeaway and a seated one is at the Herne Bay end. There is also a pub with plenty of outdoor seating plus a hotel with outdoor seating that allows non guests. Both serve food. The beach offers great views out to sea where you'll see entry of ships passing by,about 5 miles out to sea are two sets of WW2 Maunsell towers which can be seen clearly most of the time, take your binoculars for better views. The promenade next to the back goes all the way to Whitstable, enjoy looking at the large number of brightly painted beach huts...

Great Beach, it's largely pebbles and the odd sand patch but don't let that put you off. The Water Quality is good and as such a blue flag has been awarded consistently for years.

The only downside is the bloody climb back up to the top when loaded up, there is however a way around this. Go all the way down marine crescent until you reach a dead end and the beach is then only 10 feet away down a slope, this part is also Wheelchair accessible

Best time to go swimming is when the tide is as such that it is out around 13h00 or so as then the mud flats are then heated up by the sun, warming the water up from about 18C in July - August to about 22C which is still a bit nippy but not too much as it could be.

To date there are NO Lifeguards here, nearest beach with Lifeguards is at Herne Bay approx 4 miles...