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Margate Steps – Margate Harbour Arm loop from Margate

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United Kingdom
England
South East England
Kent

Margate Steps – Margate Harbour Arm loop from Margate

Moderate

5.0

(1)

46

hikers

Margate Steps – Margate Harbour Arm loop from Margate

02:25

9.44km

40m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 18, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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1.41 km

Margate Main Sands

Beach

2

2.09 km

Margate Clock Tower

Highlight • Monument

The Margate Clock Tower is a landmark and a popular tourist attraction in Margate. Built to commemorate Queen Victoria's Golden Jubilee, it was officially opened on May 24, 1889, the …

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3

2.35 km

Margate Steps

Highlight • Monument

These curved steps are a great spot to stop and soak up the atmosphere of Margate main sands, especially at sunset. There are plenty of cafes and bars to get …

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4

4.54 km

Palm Bay Beach

Highlight • Beach

Palm Bay is the quieter of the local beaches and is very popular for jet skiing and water skiing. The beach is dog friendly and with a wide expanse of …

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5

4.68 km

Princes Way Coastal Path

Highlight • Beach

Nice place with spectacular views. Good place to spend a day far from big city.

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6

5.48 km

Walpole Bay

Highlight • Natural

Low tide reveals a long sandy beach at Walpole Bay, with rock pools to explore, a tidal pool to swim in and a promenade to walk along. There is also a cafe if you are in need of refreshment.

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7

6.25 km

Lido Sands Ruins

Highlight • Historical Site

Here you can admire some cool graffiti.

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8

6.85 km

The statue in the sea is called 'Another Time', by Anthony Gormley. He will be resident in Margate until 2030. There are 100 such statues by Gormley all over the world.

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9

6.94 km

Margate Harbour Arm

Highlight • Viewpoint

Visit the bars and cafes on the harbour arm for some mid ride refreshments.
A little detour in the old town at Margate is also worth a visit.

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9.44 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.05 km

517 m

389 m

342 m

124 m

Surfaces

6.45 km

2.08 km

366 m

124 m

< 100 m

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Monday 25 May

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