Margate Main Sands

This timeless beach with children's rides and nearby amusement arcades caters for families. Even if the tide is in there is still plenty of beach to make sand castles. A variety of restaurants, bars and seafood stalls are just a short walk away... Seaside Award 2026 Toilets 2026 Seasonal Lifeguards 23 May - 6 September (7 days a week service) BOATING POOL NOT SUITABLE FOR SWIMMING Beach shop Deck chair and Lounger hire - Deckchair for day GBP3, Lounger GBP4, Windbreak/Umbrella GBP4 Bay Information First Aid point Disabled Access to the beach Disabled Toilets (Train Station end of beach) Parking (Train Station) Dog Ban in place from 1st May until 30th September (dogs not permitted at any time) BBQs allowed only after 6pm . Please take rubbish & coals, etc away, and ensure they are fully extinguished Please remember, if you are visiting our beaches and bays, 'Respect, Protect and Enjoy' and leave only your footprints. Accessibility Statement