Key information
Sandy Beach
Parking nearby
Cafes/ Restaurants
Designated for Bathing
Seaside Award 2025
Dogs must be on a lead (1st May to 30th Sep from 10 AM to 6 PM)
Louisa Bay, Broadstairs: Secluded Beach Steps from the Town
Tucked between Viking Bay and Dumpton Bay, Louisa Bay offers a quieter Broadstairs beach experience with seasonal lifeguards, rock pools and cliff views. Great for families and easy access.
Escape the crowds and discover the charm of Louisa Bay. Tucked away from the bustling main beach, this tranquil cove offers a perfect escape for relaxation and exploration. A convenient slope provides easy access to the promenade. Another slope provides access to the shore. Louisa Bay, like many beaches around the Kent coast, is surrounded by striking white chalk cliffs.
Located in Broadstairs, between Viking Bay and Dumpton Gap, Louisa Bay is a tiny and much-disregarded beach. It’s a great place for those looking for a more sedate experience close to Broadstairs’ main attractions because of its peaceful ambience, picturesque cliffs, and rock pooling opportunities. Louisa Bay opens out to a broad stretch of golden sand during low tide, which is ideal for relaxing walks, beach activities, and tanning.
With its sandy shores and rock pools teeming with life, it’s an ideal spot for families and nature lovers alike. Enjoy a leisurely stroll along the promenade, indulge in delicious treats at the promenade cafe, or simply soak up the sun on the soft sands. A cafe is situated on the promenade.
Attractions
Louisa Bay is conveniently located near the town hub of Broadstairs, which offers a wide range of dining options, bars, and retail stores. Popular attractions in Broadstairs, such as Viking Bay and the Charles Dickens Museum, are easily accessible from the beach, enabling guests to mix leisure and cultural pursuits with a more sedate beach visit.
Broadstairs Undercliff Walking Trail
The scenic Broadstairs Undercliff Walking Trail can be accessed from here which leads to Dumpton Gap Beach. It features a wide promenade beside beautiful white chalk cliffs and clean golden sand.
Viking Coastal Trail
The Viking Coastal Trail, which provides beautiful hikes along the coastline, includes Louisa Bay. Enjoying expansive sea views and clean coastal air, visitors can stroll with ease to Viking Bay in one direction or to Dumpton Gap in the other. It’s an excellent spot for bicycles and pedestrians who want to explore the neighbourhood.
Awards
Louisa Bay’s amenities, water quality, and cleanliness have earned it the esteemed Seaside Award 2025. The beach is kept up nicely, and guests may take advantage of the litter-free atmosphere and swimming-friendly waters.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Louisa Bay a sandy beach?
Yes
What are the tide times for Broadstairs?
Are dogs allowed on Louisa Bay beach?
Dogs are only allowed on the beach with a lead from the 1st of May to the 30th of September between 10 AM to 6 PM
Is Louisa Bay a busy beach?
It is generally not busy. It may get busier at peak times.
What are other beaches in Broadstairs?
Viking Bay, Botany Bay, Joss Bay, Stone Bay, Kingsgate Bay, Dumpton Gap, Broadstairs Undercliff
How do I hire a beach hut?
Beach huts and chalets in Thanet are managed by a different organisation. Click here to find out more
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