folkestone beach activities
LIFE ON THE OCEAN
For water sports enthusiasts,
Folkestone is a great place to live.
sailing
Folkestone offers sailors the opportunity to moor their boat in the Harbour. With its sheltered waters and stunning views across the English Channel, it's a unique destination for sailing adventures.
If you're looking to learn to sail or race dinghies, Hythe sailing club, along the beach from Folkestone, offers members a range of options from beginner to advanced levels.
sea swimming
Locals tend to swim at Mermaid Beach, five minutes from Shoreline, as the water is more protected. Sunny Sands provides a gently sloping sandy beach within easy walking distance that is ideal for families.
When conditions allow, a group of 30-40 swimmers meet at Mermaid Beach on a Saturday morning and are very supportive of anyone wanting to try sea swimming for themselves.
kite surfing,
foiling & rowing
In the right conditions, Folkestone offers kite surfers, windsurfers and wing foilers excellent sailing conditions. Residents of Shoreline can be on the water in a matter of minutes.
Folkestone Rowing Club, just down the beach in Sandgate, offers enthusiasts and oarsmen at all levels the chance to get out on the water.
beach restaurants
Folkestone offers a growing number of quality beach restaurants where you can enjoy fresh seafood and breathtaking sea views. Whether you're craving a casual meal or a fine dining experience, you're sure to find something to suit your taste.
