Key information
Sandy Beach
Toilets
Seasonal Lifeguards
Parking nearby
Cafes/ Restaurants
Designated for Bathing
Water quality: Excellent (2024)
Seaside Award 2025
Blue Flag Award 2025
Dog ban (1st May to 30th September from 10 AM to 6 PM)
St Mildred’s Bay, Westgate-on-Sea: Blue Flag Family Beach
Experience St Mildred’s Bay, Westgate – an award-winning Blue Flag beach with clean waters, seasonal lifeguards, playground, beach chalets and full family amenities. Ideal for a safe seaside day out.
Discover the charm of St Mildred’s Bay, a picturesque stretch of coastline perfect for relaxation and recreation. With its soft sands, stunning cliffs, and calm waters, it’s an ideal spot for families and sun-seekers alike. Enjoy building sandcastles, swimming, or simply soaking up the sun.
A sequence of rock pools becomes visible at low tide, providing an excellent chance to investigate marine creatures including crabs, tiny fish, and sea anemones. This function is especially great for kids because it offers an exciting and instructive experience. The beach is particularly well-liked by families with little children because of its tranquil waters, which are perfect for swimming and paddling. Throughout the summer, lifeguards are on duty to keep everyone safer.
Although St Mildred’s Bay is well-known for its tranquil waters, kayaking and paddleboarding are also popular activities there. For novices and casual enthusiasts wishing to enjoy some water sports without big waves, the calm sea conditions are ideal.
The history of the beach and the surrounding areas dates back to the Victorian era. The buildings around the beach at Westgate-on-Sea are remnants of the rich Victorian summer resort that once favoured this area. It’s a wonderful location to experience the classic charm of the beach.
Attractions
The bay also boasts a vibrant promenade with multiple cafes, restaurants and shops, making it a delightful destination for a leisurely day out. Promenade cafes and tennis courts are two nearby activities. The quaint village of Westgate-on-Sea, which has a movie theatre, restaurants, and traditional shops, is only a short stroll from the beach. The village has a relaxed, vintage coastal appeal that enhances a beach excursion.
Numerous local landmarks are near St Mildred’s Bay. It’s simple to combine a visit to St Mildred’s Bay with other local activities because the bustling town of Margate, which is home to the Turner Contemporary Gallery and the Dreamland amusement park, is only a short drive or train journey away.
Tidal Pool
The tidal swimming pool at St Mildred’s Bay is one of its distinctive features. It fills up during high tide and provides a protected, shallow place for safe swimming. For smaller kids and anyone seeking a more supervised swimming experience, this is especially fantastic.
Awards
St Mildred’s Bay is renowned for its cleanliness and has attained Blue Flag Award 2025 along with the Seaside Award 2025 accolade, which is given to beaches that adhere to strict safety and environmental regulations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is St Mildred’s Bay sandy beach?
Yes
What are the tide times?
What is the water quality at St Mildred’s Bay?
It was rated Excellent and given 3/3 stars for water quality in 2024
Are Dogs allowed on St Mildred’s Bay?
Dogs are not allowed on the beach from the 1st of May to the 30th of September from 10 AM to 6 PM
Is St Mildred’s Bay busy?
It is generally moderately busy compared to other beaches in the area. Sometimes it can be very Busy.
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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