We are asking people to use caution and consideration during the pandemic, after thousands of people visited the coast last weekend.
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Beach visitors warned about Coronavirus over Easter
Avoid visiting the beaches on easter weekend
Weather warnings issued for weekend due to storm Dennis
Storm Dennis is expected to bring strong winds and heavy rain over the weekend.
Weather warning issued for Sunday due to storm Ciara
Storm Ciara is expected to bring very strong winds of 70 to 80 mph along Folkestone’s coast on Sunday.
Warning to parents over children’s dangerous tombstoning activity
If you know your child is planning to visit the beach, please remind them of the risks of tombstoning.
Swimming Not Advised, 20th July 2019
Due to recent heavy rain, reduced water quality has been predicted at Sunny Sands and the surrounding area.
Folkestone Sandcastle Competition – Sunday 21st July 2019
The annual Folkestone Sandcastle Competition will be held on Sunday 21st July at Sunny Sands beach.
Seals on the Beach, 9th April 2019
Seals have recently been sighted on Folkestone’s beaches and surrounding waters.
Swimming Not Advised, 14th August 2018
Folkestone & Hythe District Council have issued a 24-hour warning that swimming is not advised at Sunny Sands beach.
Jellyfish Alert
There has been a recent increase in jellyfish around Folkestone’s coast, and we have had reports of numerous members of the public being stung.
Pleasure Craft Speed Limit
No Restriction
Speed limit applies from 1st May to 30th September
Watercraft must not be driven in a dangerous manner
Maximum Fine: £1,000
Watercraft must not be driven in a dangerous manner
Maximum Fine: £1,000
Dogs on Folkestone Beaches
Folkestone Tide Times
Wednesday, 04 December 2024
Low Tide
07:28
(1.34m)
High Tide
12:08
(6.68m)
Low Tide
19:44
(1.41m)