South East / Kent

Tankerton

Beach Type
Shingle
Activities
Dog Friendly

No dogs from 1 May and 30 September - between the first house and start of beach huts at Safety Point 14 - boundary lines are marked on promenade.

Lifeguards

Yes

Nearby Towns

Tankerton Beach is a charming beach located in the coastal town of Whitstable, in Kent, England. The beach is known for its picturesque and scenic views, as well as its pebble shoreline. A traditional shingle beach with wooden groynes and colourful beach houses. The beach is backed by a promenade and gentle grassy slopes ideal for children's play.

During low tide, a natural causeway known as 'The Street' allows you to stroll directly out to sea. There is a lot of sand and a few rockpools exposed at this tide level.

Nearby places to eat and drink

If you're feeling peckish, there are plenty of nearby places to eat and drink including

The Bubble offers stunning views, and serves locally sourced and ethically prepared ingredients including homemade sausage rolls, avocado on sourdough toast, seasonal salads, sandwiches, wraps, soups, and other savoury options. All the food can be boxed up with cutlery and enjoyed on the beach or in a beach hut.

Land + Sea is a foodie’s heaven, offering great food using quality ingredients. From brunch, to lunch, to the deli counter, you can try some of the freshest made food and deli delights with the option of taking some home.

Parking

Nearby Tankerton Road Car Park offers plenty of parking