Made for Walkers, History Lovers and Those Who Just Want Space
- The White Cliff Walks: Miles of National Trail clifftop path run directly from St Margaret’s. The stretch towards Kingsdown in one direction and Dover in the other offers some of the most dramatic coastal walking in England. Plus the clifftop between the farm and the lighthouse is one of the finest places to see the spectacular white cliffs wildflowers.
- Dover Castle: One of England’s most iconic fortresses delivering a Roman lighthouse and wartime tunnels cut deep into the chalk.
- South Foreland Lighthouse: A National Trust landmark with a fascinating story – The site of Marconi’s first international radio transmission and the place where Mrs Knott’s tearoom serves tea in bone china cups in a room that hasn’t changed since the 1950s. Worth the walk to it and the climb up it for the views alone.
- St Margaret’s Bay: Sitting in a gap in the White Cliffs between Dover and Kingsdown, the bay is a sheltered, south-facing cove that catches the sun and feels genuinely removed from the world. It is closer to France here than anywhere else in England and offers wild waves in the Winter and flat conditions in the Summer for swimming, paddle boarding or a spot of rock pooling.
Stay in St Margaret’s Bay
Our St Margaret’s cottages are set in a peaceful rural position within easy reach of the cliffs, the beach and the South Foreland trail. Each property has been chosen for its character, its quiet, and its connection to this extraordinary stretch of coastline.
Planning Your Visit?
We know St Margaret’s well. Our local guides cover the best cliff walks, hidden coves, and how to make the most of a weekend on this stretch of the Kent coast.
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St Margaret’s Bay sits at the southern end of the Foreland Cottages coastline, with everything else within easy reach:
- Kingsdown → — 3 miles north along the clifftop.
- Walmer → — A short drive or coastal hike.
- Deal → — 15 minutes by car.
- Sandwich Bay → — A short drive north.
FAQs
Is St Margarets Bay good for walking?
Yes. The bay sits along several coastal walking routes including sections of the Saxon Shore Way and White Cliffs trails.
Are St Margarets walks suitable for children?
Yes — the path are easy walking suitable for children. The clifftop section requires the usual care near cliff edges but is well-walked and clearly defined.
What train station serves St Margaret’s Bay?
Martin Mill station is the closest, on the Southeastern line from London. A taxi from Martin Mill to Reach Court Farm takes around five minutes. Deal station (on the high-speed line from St Pancras) is fifteen minutes by taxi.
Can you see France from St Margarets Bay?
On clear days, the coastline of France can sometimes be seen across the English Channel from the cliffs above the bay.
Have further questions? Contact us and we would be happy to help.
St Margaret’s Bay is part of the Foreland Cottages portfolio — independent holiday cottages across Deal, Walmer, Kingsdown, St Margaret’s Bay and Sandwich Bay.
