Welcome
One of our most photographed bays, Botany Bay is famous. This hidden gem offers stunning views of white cliffs and beautiful chalk stacks.
When the tide is out, Botany bay is a great location for fossil hunting and exploring rock pools. There is plenty of exposed sand to enjoy when the tide is in, but due to the bay's shape the ends are cut off at high tide.
-Seasonal lifeguards
-Cafe/restaurant nearby
-Public House nearby
-Toilets (seasonal)
-First aid point
-Deckchair hire
There is a dog ban in place from 1st May until 30th September, when dogs are not permitted between 10am to 6pm.
Access with steps
There are steps from the car park to:
BeachVisual
Getting here
Travel by public transport
Travel by taxi
Please contact the Thanet Visitor Information Service for information on accessible taxis in the area.
01843 577577
Parking
There is very limited parking at the bottom of Botany Road but no designated disabled parking spaces. Parking is advised at Palm Bay Avenue (CT9 3PP) for Palm Bay beach and a short cliff top walk to Botany Bay
No parking available in the adjacent roads in Kingsgate Avenue and Fitzroy Avenue, where 24hr patrols are in force. Permit Holders only. Please be aware this is a residential area.
Please note there is no coach parking at Botany Bay, Broadstairs only drop off at the top of Botany Road, Percy Avenue and Kingsgate Avenue. Coaches can park at Joss Bay or Vere Road Broadstairs.
Arrival
Getting around inside
Getting around outside
RNLI can assist with minor first aid. The RNLI provide 7 day service between 23 May - 6 September
Customer care support
Customer care support