Broadstairs, Kent, England, United Kingdom

Viking Bay

Located in Kent, UK, Viking Bay is a well-known beach in the seaside town of Broadstairs. The beach is composed of fine sand and shingles, making it an ideal spot for sunbathing and building sandcastles.

Other nearby beaches include Joss Bay. Traditional seaside features such as changing huts, a promenade, and a pier are present. The harbour overlooks Bleak House, where Charles Dickens wrote David Copperfield.

Viking Bay offers excellent facilities for safe bathing, including a lifeguard service during the summer. Broadstairs town is situated behind the beach, providing access to shops and cafes.

Explore accommodation options near Viking Bay and enjoy the charming seaside views that inspired Charles Dickens.

Visitors can use a cliff-side elevator at the southern end of the beach if they prefer not to climb up to town. The beach provides amenities such as toilets, bars, and restaurants, and parking is available for those who travel by car.

What to do at Viking Bay?

Amenities

Viking Bay 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 stunning beauty of the beach and its cleanliness, making it a great spot for spending time with family and building memories. However, some visitors complain about the tide washing away sandcastles and the lack of facilities such as showers.

Where to Stay near Viking Bay?

Visitors to Viking Bay often stay in the charming town of Broadstairs, which is conveniently located behind the beach and offers a variety of accommodations within walking distance. Many also explore nearby towns like Ramsgate and Margate, which are known for their unique attractions and can easily include a visit to Viking Bay as part of their itinerary.

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

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Where is Viking Bay?

Latitude: 51.3579215 / Longitude: 1.4432621

Viking Bay is located in Broadstairs. The following map of Viking Bay shows the exact location.

Viking Bay: Weather Today

📅 Saturday, July 26, 2025
Today at Viking Bay is looking like an average beach day. Be prepared for some rain. The wind will be moderate, with occasional stronger gusts. The sun will be filtered through a lot of cloud cover, but the UV index will still reach 6, so take precautions. The sea temperature is 20.6 °C. The maximum air temperature will be 21.5 °C.
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Air

Low / High17.1°C/21.5°C
Feels Like (High)22.5°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature20.6 °C
Wave Height0.3 m
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Rain

Rain Chance35%
Rainfall0.2 mm
Rain Duration1 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset05:10/20:51
Sunshine Hours5.9 hrs
UV Index6.05
Cloud Cover79%
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Wind

Speed13.6 km/h
Gusts25.2 km/h
DirectionW

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