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Swim a tidal pool then see a Turner
Margate Main Sands, Kent
Wide sandy town beach directly opposite Margate station, with a tidal pool, arcades and the Turner Contemporary at one end.

- Where
- Margate, Kent CT9
- Format
- Drop-in
- Cost
- Free
How to get involved
- 01Just turn up
Pay per session on the door — no booking, no membership.
- 02Go once
Try a single session before you commit. It's free.
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