Plans have been approved to build new beach huts at Greatstone Beach in Kent as part of a £1.5 million renovation project. The project, known as the Romney Marsh Coastal Destination project, aims to make the Kent beach a holiday hotspot. In addition to the 93 new beach huts, the project will also include a visitor hub and an upgraded car park. The visitor hub will feature accessible toilets, a Changing Places facility, and a café concession kiosk, all linked by a fully-accessible boardwalk.
Funding for the project comes from Folkestone & Hythe District Council, Magnox, the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, and Community Infrastructure Levy contributions from developers. The total budget for the project is a little over £1.5 million. Green party Councillor Jeremy Speakman highlighted the widespread local support for the project and emphasized the benefits the project will bring to the area, particularly through the addition of a visitor center. Greatstone Beach has received high ratings on TripAdvisor, with visitors praising its beauty and tranquility.
Greatstone Beach stretches for two miles and offers a mix of sand and shingle. Popular for water sports like land yachting, windsurfing, and kiteboarding, it is the only beach on the South Coast that works on a North Easterly wind. The beach is not too crowded and offers plenty of space for kitesurfers of all abilities. The Greatstone Dunes, which are home to a variety of rare plant species, small animals, and insects, are a Site of Specific Scientific Interest. Littlestone-on-Sea is a nearby coastal village that was established in the 1880s and has remained a quiet village with a few shops and holiday lets.
Other nearby attractions include the village of Greatstone and a ten-minute drive to Camber Sands. Folkestone, Kent, offers stunning views of France on clear days and features a vibrant high street with shops and restaurants. Mousehole in Cornwall is a charming seaside town with a sandy bay and picturesque fishing boats. Cleethorpes in North East Lincolnshire boasts a quirky community art project made of driftwood, flags, and mementos, offering visitors a unique experience. With a variety of seaside towns to explore, the English coast offers a diverse range of experiences for travelers.
