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Stone Bay

Beach

Terrain:

Activities

Best Time To Visit

Woodland, Riverside, Valley

Walking, Photography, Wildlife Watching

Winter

Photo: Jim Barton via Geograph.org.uk

Stone Bay is a wide sandy beach backed by high white chalk cliffs and a row of colourful beach huts, on the coast at Broadstairs in Kent, just north of the town's main beach at Viking Bay. Quieter and more low-key than its busy neighbour, it is linked to it by a promenade along the base of the cliff...

10

Parking nearby

3

Food Spots nearby

3

Staycations nearby

Parking:

Food:

Staycations:

2 day, 8 overnight

Creta Restaurant​, Naughty But Nice​, Forts Cafe

Astoria Cabin, Margate Cosy Cabin, Margate Seaside Retreat

Nearest Hidden Gem 2

FAQ's/Things to Know

Where is Stone Bay?
Broadstairs retains this coastal escape along the famous Kent shoreline. Walkers easily reach the sand by following the paths from the clifftop down to the water.

What type of place is Stone Bay?
Stone Bay is a sandy beach near Broadstairs on the Kent coast.

When is the best time to visit Stone Bay?
Autumn weekends provide a much quieter experience after the summer crowds disperse. Crisp weather during these months allows for peaceful walks beneath the massive chalk walls.

What can you do at Stone Bay?
Exploring the deep rock pools at low tide reveals plenty of small crabs and marine life. Families often bring buckets and spades to enjoy the wide stretch of soft sand.

How long should I spend at Stone Bay?
A half-day visit allows plenty of time to stroll along the promenade and search for tiny fossil fragments. Parents often extend the trip so children can fully explore the shoreline.

Where do I park at Stone Bay?
Spaces for ten vehicles exist close by, consisting of two day slots and eight overnight spots. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I eat near Stone Bay?
Creta Restaurant, Naughty But Nice, and Forts Cafe offer three options for a meal in the area. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I stay near Stone Bay?
Astoria Cabin, Margate Cosy Cabin, and Margate Seaside Retreat provide three options for accommodation nearby. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

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Last Updated:

02 July 2026

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