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Broadstairs
Broadstairs
Broadstairs is a Kent seaside town with seven sandy beaches, including Viking Bay at the centre, Botany Bay with its chalk stacks and Joss Bay with a surf school. Charles Dickens holidayed here and the Dickens House Museum is in town; the Dickens Festival is held in June.
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Where to stay
- Viking BayCentral beach and harbour with shops and restaurants close by
- Stone BayQuieter seafront area on the Margate side of town
- Joss BaySurfing beach about 5 minutes away by car
- KingsgateClifftop hamlet on the way to Margate, about 5 minutes away by car
- RamsgateHarbour town about 10 minutes away by car
Getting there
- Southeastern High Speed trains run from London St Pancras International in about 85 minutes
- Broadstairs station (CT10 1HZ) has a 39-space car park
- By car use the M20 and M2 from London; National Express coaches run from Victoria Coach Station in about 2 hours
- Free parking on Saturdays at St Peter's Park Road, Broadstairs
Travel details can change, especially on event days — check with the venue or operator before you travel.
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Questions people ask
Where is the best place to stay near Broadstairs?
Viking Bay: Central beach and harbour with shops and restaurants close by. Stone Bay: Quieter seafront area on the Margate side of town. Joss Bay: Surfing beach about 5 minutes away by car. Kingsgate: Clifftop hamlet on the way to Margate, about 5 minutes away by car. Ramsgate: Harbour town about 10 minutes away by car.
How do I get to Broadstairs?
Southeastern High Speed trains run from London St Pancras International in about 85 minutes. Broadstairs station (CT10 1HZ) has a 39-space car park. By car use the M20 and M2 from London; National Express coaches run from Victoria Coach Station in about 2 hours. Free parking on Saturdays at St Peter's Park Road, Broadstairs.
Any tips for visiting Broadstairs?
The Dickens Festival (June) and Folk Week (August) bring crowds, so book accommodation early for those weeks.
Which airport is closest to Broadstairs?
The nearest airport on this site is London Southend Airport, about 35 miles away in a straight line. See hotels near the airport.