COAST : DAYS OUT
ENTERTAINMENT
Leas Cliff Hall , Folkestone Premier entertainment venue with unrivalled views from an elevated clifftop promenade position , offering the best in entertainment ; from live music to headlining comedians and shows for all the family . www . leascliffhall . co . uk
Quarterhouse , Folkestone Contemporary venue that hosts an exciting range of events , concerts and performances at the heart of the thriving Creative Quarter . www . quarterhouse . co . uk
Margate Winter Gardens , Margate Large scale , multi-function performance space providing comedy , concerts , musicals and pantomimes as well as private hire opportunities . www . margate-live . com
Theatre Royal Margate , Margate Grade II listed Georgian theatre with a programme of touring dance , drama and comedy acts . www . margate-live . com
Tower Theatre , Folkestone Popular venue for theatre , events and live music as well as being the home of the Folkestone & Hythe Operatic and Dramatic Society . www . towertheatrefolkestone . co . uk
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES
Blue Flag Beaches Kent ’ s coast proudly boasts 10 Blue Flag Beaches with the ultimate stamp of approval when it comes to cleanliness , water quality and splendidness . Choose from secluded spots , sandy bays and family-friendly beaches :
Botany Bay , Broadstairs A real beauty of a beach , chalk stacks and white cliffs are a real focal point at this secluded gem , while a sandy bay gently slopes towards turquoise water for a truly tranquil swim .
Stone Bay , Broadstairs This sandy shore provides a glorious escape from the hustle and bustle of city living . Sheltered sands edged by impressive white cliffs give Stone Bay an air of secrecy and seclusion .
Minster Leas Beach , Isle of Sheppey Sensational views are par for the course on this long sand and shingle beach , perfect for year-round coasting , backing on to a wide grassy promenade for brisk autumn walks .
Sheerness Beach , Isle of Sheppey This sweeping bay , next to a grassy esplanade , is perfect for picnicking . With its pretty pebble beach , you won ’ t need to worry about bringing the beach back in your shoes !
Margate Main Sands , Margate Gentle sweeping sandy bay right on the edge of the thriving seaside town , perfect for sandcastles and taking in the view .
Minnis Bay , nr Margate While the sandy beach and outdoor play area make for a perfect day out for children , it ’ s also a favourite spot for water sports for the more adventurous .
Westbrook Bay , nr Margate A peaceful , gently sloping beach lined with candystriped beach huts , which comes alive in the summer with plentiful watersports .
St Mildred ’ s Bay , Westgate on Sea This pristine cliff-lined bay is perfect for a full day at the coast . Try your hand at putting and cool off with a dip in the deep blue sea .
West Bay , Westgate on Sea Enjoy the sand between your toes and the sound of the sea , search the shores for crustaceans in the rock pools which are great for seaside exploration .
Tankerton , nr Whitstable Pretty painted beach huts and sensational sunsets . Low tide reveals an expanse of sandy beach , rockpools made for crabbing , and a natural causeway which stretches right out into the sea .
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