Margate Main Sands

Dogs banned 1 May to 30 September, 24 hours

Source: thanetcoast.org.uk (not the council's own site). Rules set by Thanet District Council (via Thanet Coast Project). Checked 24 October 2026.

Many restrictions cover only part of a beach. Follow the signs, and use the source for exact boundaries.

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Getting onto the beach

• Three concrete slopes and a wooden ramp onto the sand, all with handrails; the nearest is about 500 metres from the car park.
• Two beach wheelchairs at the Bay Inspectors' beach office (2021).

Access source: Accessible Countryside (2021 guide), checked October 2026.

Assistance dogs: most council dog orders and beach bans exempt assistance dogs, such as guide and hearing dogs. Check the source if you are unsure.

Nearby restricted beaches

• Westbrook BayDogs on leads 1 May to 30 September, 10am to 6pm
• Walpole BayDogs on leads 1 May to 30 September, 10am to 6pm
• St Mildred's BayDogs banned 1 May to 30 September, 10am to 6pm
• West BayDogs banned 1 May to 30 September, 10am to 6pm
• Botany BayDogs banned 1 May to 30 September, 10am to 6pm
• Joss BayDogs banned 1 May to 30 September, 10am to 6pm