Kent's Heritage Coast
Lonely Planet's
“Best in Travel” 2022
Westgate-on-Sea is a charming Victorian town on the Kent coast, steeped in heritage with quaint shops and two fantastic and expansive blue flag beaches
Located just outside of bustling Margate, with popular towns Ramsgate and Broadstairs nearby and the iconic Reculver in viewing distance, Westgate-on-Sea is perfectly positioned for your Kent adventure. Canterbury, Whitstable and Herne Bay are also nearby and well worth a visit for their historic grandeur, world-famous oysters and beautiful bandstand, respectively!
Bursting with all the ingredients for a quintessentially British seaside holiday, visitors to Westgate-on-Sea are never short of something to do or see - or eat for that matter!
From visiting epic landmarks to combing the sweeping award-winning bays, to crabbing and mini golf, to cycling, SUP and art galleries, families will be spoilt for choice when making precious holiday memories to keep forever…
Be Inspired…
Beach days at St. Mildred’s Bay
Oh I do like to be beside the seaside.
Learn a new skill at Kent’s Surf School
Ride the waves.
Cycle the Viking Coastal Trail
You can go your own way.
Reculver Towers and Roman Fort
Step back in time.
Family Fun at Dreamland, Margate
Dream a little dream.
Art and Inspiration at The Turner Contemporary Gallery
Witness the extraordinary.
A historic trip into the city of Canterbury
The jewel in Kent’s crown.
Fine dining at Seasalter and Fordwich
The Michelin Star Experience.
Global travel authority Lonely Planet have placed Kent on their highly anticipated and revered list of the world’s best regions to visit - Best in Travel 2022 - a list of the top 10 hottest countries, cities, and regions to visit this year, for the ultimate in must-have travel experiences.
Recognising Kent’s Heritage Coast’s unique combination of history, heritage and iconic natural landscapes, Lonely Planet have given our glorious coastline their official stamp of approval as the only UK destination to feature within this year’s illustrious round-up. Already recognised as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Kent’s Heritage Coast is home to stunning sandy beaches, iconic chalk faces, a thriving cultural and creative scene, heritage hotspots, and an exciting, rolling programme of events.