Whitstable, Kent, England, United Kingdom

Tankerton Beach

Tankerton Beach is a scenic beach situated in Tankerton, Whistable, Kent, UK. The beach presents an old-fashioned ambiance with wooden groynes and multi-coloured beach huts. It is bordered by a promenade and grassy slopes and features a natural causeway named "The Street" during low tide.

Nearby amenities include a cafe, restrooms, and a skatepark. Visitors have access to on-street free parking. On the beach, there are toilets, bars, and restaurants.

Explore charming places to stay near Tankerton Beach and enjoy its unique old-fashioned ambiance and multi-coloured beach huts.

Tankerton Beach is an ideal location for those seeking a peaceful beach day with numerous amenities and activities available nearby.

What to do at Tankerton Beach?

Amenities

Tankerton Beach amenities include toilet.

Bars

You can enjoy a refreshing drink at one of the bars situated on the beach.

Restaurants

You can enjoy one of the restaurants at the beach while soaking up the sun.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the lovely beach and great promenade for walking, cycling, and running. Visitors enjoy the amazing views, fresh seafood, and colorful beach huts. However, some visitors complain about the lack of boat trips and the wind on blustery days.

Where to Stay near Tankerton Beach?

Visitors to Tankerton Beach often choose to stay in the charming seaside town of Whitstable, known for its vibrant arts scene and fresh seafood. Many accommodations in Whitstable are within walking distance to the beach, making it convenient for beachgoers.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is Tankerton Beach?

Latitude: 51.3655648 / Longitude: 1.0431506

Tankerton Beach is located in Whitstable. The following map of Tankerton Beach shows the exact location.

Tankerton Beach: Weather Today

📅 Monday, June 15, 2026
Today is unfortunately not a great day for a trip to Tankerton Beach. You can expect persistent, heavy drizzle throughout the day, which will likely keep you away from the shoreline. With a maximum air temperature of 20 °C and quite a bit of cloud cover, it will feel rather damp and cool rather than warm. The wind is also quite noticeable, making for an unpleasant experience if you were hoping to lounge on the sand. The sea remains very cold at 17.2 °C, well below the temperature for comfortable swimming, and with the small waves and wet conditions, it is definitely a day to stay indoors. Please keep your umbrellas handy if you must head out.
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Air

Low / High12.9°C/20°C
Feels Like (High)18.7°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature17.2 °C
Wave Height0.4 m
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Rain

Rain Chance45%
Rainfall2.2 mm
Rain Duration9 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset04:39/21:13
Sunshine Hours12.0 hrs
UV Index5.05
Cloud Cover74%
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Wind

Speed19.4 km/h
Gusts36.4 km/h
DirectionSE

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