BeachHidden gem

St Margaret's Bay

St Margaret's at Cliffe, South East England

A small pebble cove below chalk cliffs, with a pub on the sand and views to France on a clear day.

Cost
Free
Booking
No need to book
Time to allow
75 min

A steep road drops to a tiny shingle bay tucked under the White Cliffs, between Dover and Deal. There is a pub and a cafe at the bottom, plus a shingle beach for paddling and swimming. The road down is narrow and parking is limited, so come early in summer.

Best time
Early morning or evening
Open
All year
Getting there
Steep narrow road, small car park at the bottom
Vehicles
Fine in any car

Facilities

  • Toilets

The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.

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