South East England / Kent

Minnis Bay

Beach Type
Sandy
Activities
Wind Surfing
•Kite Surfing
•Paddle Board
•Surfing
•Kids Play Area
Dog Friendly

Dog ban in place from May until September

This expansive sandy beach near Birchington offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and family-friendly amenities, with its wide bay protected by low cliffs and extensive rockpools that fascinate children and adults alike. The beach's Blue Flag status reflects its excellent water quality and facilities, while its relatively undeveloped setting provides a peaceful alternative to busier resort beaches, making it ideal for both active beach days and quiet contemplation.

Nearby places to eat and drink

There are several places to eat and drink at Minnis Bay, including:

Minnis Bay Bar and Brasserie: This beachfront restaurant offers a more upscale dining experience, serving a range of delicious seafood, steaks, and other modern British dishes. There's plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, with stunning views of the sea and the beach.

Windshack Cafe: This beachfront cafe serves a range of hot and cold drinks, sandwiches, and light bites. There's plenty of outdoor seating, making it a great spot to enjoy the sea views while you eat.

Joe's Cafe and Bar: This popular cafe serves a range of breakfast and lunch options, as well as beers, wines, and cocktails. There's plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, making it a great spot to relax and watch the world go by.

Location

Address

Birchington-on-Sea, Birchington , CT7 9QY

Parking

The Parade, Birchington CT7 9QP

Nearby beaches

Margate Main Sands

Margate's main beach opens straight onto Dreamland, the vintage amusement park with its own beachfront entrance.

Walpole Bay

Home to the UK's largest tidal pool, built in 1937 and still filling with seawater on every high tide.

Westbrook Bay

A designated water-ski area on the promenade, with Strokes adventure golf running right alongside the sand.

Palm Bay

Home to the regional waterskiing club, with jet skiing, windsurfing and sea kayaking all launching from this stretch of sand.

West Bay

A fully tidal bay with compact sand made for sandcastle-building, and some of the best rockpools in the area.

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