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Margate Fulsam Rock Beach is located to the east of the harbour and has limited use due to being completely covered by the tide. The beach is known for its extensive underwater rock formations just offshore, which are visible at low tide and give the beach its name. A promenade sits above the beach with public gardens behind. The bathing water is a resort beach close to Margate town centre, featuring a gently shelving sandy beach with a harbour wall at the western end and a lido at the eastern end.
At high tide, there isn’t much of a beach at Fulsam Rock, just the promenade and slipway. However, towards lower tides, a fairly modest patch of sand does appear. The beach has a range of amenities, including restaurants and cafes in the town.
Margate Main Sands is a popular sandy beach and one of Kent’s top seaside destinations. The beach offers a vibrant mix of art, culture, and traditional amusements, making it a great day out for families. During the summertime, there are plenty of activities for children along the beachfront, including a tidal pool, children’s rides, and amusement arcades. The sandy beach is overlooked by the famous Turner Contemporary art gallery, which has free entry and a full schedule of events and exhibitions throughout the year.
The beach is close to a range of attractions, including the charming Old Town with a selection of shops, restaurants, and bars. Visitors can also explore the mysterious ‘Shell Grotto’, discovered in 1835, and Dreamland Margate, a family-friendly amusement park with retro rides and a nostalgic seaside experience.
The main beach is just a couple of minutes from the train station and town centre, making it perfect for day trippers. It takes about an hour and a half to get to Margate from London by train. The beach is popular with families, and the shallow waters are perfect for paddling. RNLI Lifeguards are on duty during the summer, and the beach is dog-friendly in the winter months, restricted from 1st May – 30th September each year.
Margate Fulsam Rock Beach is adjacent to the Kent Coastline Walk and the Viking Coastal Trail.
Harbour Sand Rock
| Today |  |
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| Chance of rain | 82% |
| Max temperature | 17°C |
| feels like | 17°C |
| Wind 25mph |  |
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| Chance of rain | 47% |
| Min temperature | 12°C |
| feels like | 13°C |
| Wind 19mph |  |
The tide at Margate Fulsam Rock Beach is currently low. High tide will be at approximately 3:17 PM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 9:36 PM.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Food available
Parking off Fort Lower Promenade.
Beach is cleaned regularly.
No lifeguard cover at this beach
Good water quality
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The Escapement - Margate Escape Rooms (0.3 miles)
Margate Museum (0.3 miles)
Carlton Cinema (2.3 miles)
Yard of Ale (2.3 miles)
St Peter's Village Tour (2.5 miles)
Stone Bay (3.1 miles)
Spitfire & Hurricane Memorial Museum (3.4 miles)
Kent Surf School (3.4 miles)
Viking Bay (3.4 miles)
All distances are approximate
less than a mile southwest as the seagull flies, less than a mile by road.
less than a mile east as the seagull flies, less than a mile by road or less than a mile on foot using coastal paths.
just over a mile east as the seagull flies, just over a mile by road or just over a mile on foot using coastal paths.
just over a mile west-southwest as the seagull flies, just over a mile by road.
around 2 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 2 miles by road.
around 2 miles east as the seagull flies, around 3 miles by road.
around 3 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 3 miles by road.
around 3 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 4 miles by road.
around 3 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 4 miles by road.
around 3 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 4 miles by road.
around 4 miles south-southeast as the seagull flies, around 5 miles by road.
around 5 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 5 miles by road.
around 5 miles south as the seagull flies, around 6 miles by road.
around 8 miles south as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road.
around 8 miles west as the seagull flies, around 11 miles by road.
around 11 miles west as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road.
around 11 miles west as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road.
around 12 miles west as the seagull flies, around 14 miles by road.
around 12 miles south as the seagull flies, around 17 miles by road.
around 12 miles west as the seagull flies, around 15 miles by road.
Location: Margate
Location type: Urban
OS Grid: TR357714
Coordinates: 51°23'34"N 1°23'13"E
Mapcode: GBR WZS.PGF
What 3 Words: dull.deal.factor
Coordinates and location codes are for an approximate mid-point of the beach, and may not reflect the best access point or the most popular part of the beach.
County: Kent
Country: England
Local Authority: Thanet
Nearest postcode: CT9 1JS
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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