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About Herne Bay

Once a tiny fishing village, this pleasant seaside town was laid out as a resort in the 1830's, since this time it has consistently flourished to become the lively place we see today.

Herne Bay is a town that has fortunately kept its Victorian atmosphere. The principal feature of the seafront is the town's lofty clock tower, dating from 1837 and there are many well preserved buildings dating from the same period. The beautifully restored Victorian Bandstand also houses the Herne Bay Information Centre.

The beaches here are amongst the best in Europe, Herne has the prestigious Blue Flag and the Blue and Gold Flag, so visitors are assured of safe, clean beaches. Water-sport enthusiasts are well provide for, there is a friendly sailing club and a rowing club. The Zapcat racing championship has been held in the town and there are opportunities for deep sea fishing trips as well as boat trips exploring sea bird life and seal watching - these mostly leave from Neptune's Arm.

This is a town of pleasure where much has been done to ensure an enjoyable time for everyone. There are several annual events including the famous August Festival, featuring a colourful carnival and firework display.

Visitors will find a high standard of accommodation, gift shops, cafe's, bars and restaurants offering freshly caught fish and seafood. There are fascinating museums recalling the town's rich maritime heritage and a host of activities to suit every member of the family.

Tourist Attractions include: Herne Mill, Bayblast Marine Trips, Reculver Country Park, Reculver Roman Fort, Maritime Heritage Trail, Kings Hall Theatre and deep sea fishing trips.

Planning a visit? Please see below for other recommended towns, attractions and recommended hotels nearby.

Distances and directions below are approximate. For true driving distances please visit the AA Route Planner

Recommended attractions near Herne Bay

Wealden Woodlands	(2.8 miles, 4.6 km, direction S)	Pictures
Reculver Towers & Roman Fort	(3.0 miles, 4.8 km, direction E)	Pictures
Canterbury Cathedral	(6.6 miles, 10.6 km, direction S)	Pictures
Sir John Boy's House (Kings Gallery)	(6.7 miles, 10.7 km, direction S)	Pictures
Canterbury Royal Museum & Art Gallery	(6.8 miles, 10.9 km, direction S)	Pictures
St Augustine's Abbey	(6.9 miles, 11.0 km, direction S)	Pictures
Howletts Wild Animal Park	(7.5 miles, 12.1 km, direction S)	Pictures
Goodnestone Park Gardens	(10.0 miles, 16.1 km, direction SE)	Pictures
Richborough Roman Amphitheatre	(10.3 miles, 16.6 km, direction SE)	Pictures
Isle of Sheppey	(13.3 miles, 21.4 km, direction W)	Pictures
North Foreland Lighthouse	(13.7 miles, 22.1 km, direction E)	Pictures
Bleak House	(13.9 miles, 22.3 km, direction E)	Pictures
Lydden Motor Racing Circuit	(13.9 miles, 22.3 km, direction S)	Pictures
Deal Castle	(16.3 miles, 26.2 km, direction SE)	Pictures
Walmer Castle & Garden	(16.9 miles, 27.3 km, direction SE)	Pictures

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Recommended towns near Herne Bay

Canterbury, in the county of Kent (6.8 miles, 10.9 km, direction S)
Canterbury is an exquisite joyous place, it is submerged in history and is considered to be the birthplace of English...
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Birchington, in the county of Kent (7.9 miles, 12.7 km, direction E)
Situated in what is known as 'The Garden of England' on the north Kent coast along which there is a ribbon of lively towns, lovely sands and an azure blue sea.
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Leysdown-on-Sea, in the county of Kent (9.0 miles, 14.6 km, direction W)
This is a busy Kentish coastal holiday resort which has sandy beaches and safe shallow waters, thus the beach is ideal for sunbathing and to swim from.
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Aylesham, in the county of Kent (10.6 miles, 17.1 km, direction S)
The village preserves its history, it has several noted buildings from when it was built and a strong community spirit still prevails. Of interest is the beautiful sculpture dedicated to the men who lived in Aylesham and spent their lives working in the mines.
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Faversham, a Historic Market Town in the county of Kent (10.9 miles, 17.6 km, direction SW)
There is record of settlements in the area in pre-historic times, it is known that the Romans and the Anglo-Saxons both established villages.
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Chilham, in the county of Kent (11.3 miles, 18.2 km, direction SW)
Chilham is a place of extraordinary serenity, it is both picturesque and pleasant, a lovely place to spend a perfectly peaceful day or a quiet, romantic weekend.
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Margate, in the county of Kent (11.4 miles, 18.3 km, direction E)
Traditional seaside resort which is famous for the invention of the covered bathing machine.
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Snowdown, in the county of Kent (11.4 miles, 18.3 km, direction S)
Snowdown was famous for its colliery, it was one of only four collieries in Kent. It opened between 1907 and 1912, with a new town being built at Aylesham to provide home for workers who came largely from the north-east of England and from Wales.
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Barfrestone, in the county of Kent (12.6 miles, 20.2 km, direction SE)
Apart from the church, the village of Barfrestone reveals leafy lanes studded with enchanting cottages.
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Ramsgate, in the county of Kent (13.0 miles, 21.0 km, direction E)
Ramsgate's harbour is constantly busy, this is known as a "Royal" harbour, made so by the landing here of King George IV in 1822.
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Broadstairs, in the county of Kent (13.5 miles, 21.7 km, direction E)
At almost every corner of this popular resort are reminders of the towns association with the famous novelist, Charles Dickens.
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Lynsted, in the county of Kent (15.2 miles, 24.5 km, direction W)
A charming, restful place in what is known as cherry-orchard country, and although the cherries are still here, arable farming has taken over much of the land.
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Sheerness, in the county of Kent (16.3 miles, 26.2 km, direction W)
This is the port to which Nelson's body was brought home following his untimely death after his glorious victory at the Battle of Trafalgar.
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Shoeburyness, in the county of Essex (17.9 miles, 28.7 km, direction NW)
Shoeburyness lies to the eastern end of Southend beyond Thorpe Bay.
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Dover, in the county of Kent (18.9 miles, 30.4 km, direction SE)
The white cliffs of Dover, the view that has stirred the hearts of English travellers for centuries.
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Nearby travel help

Herne Bay Station	(0.6 miles, 1.0 km)
Chestfield & Swalecliffe Station	(2.6 miles, 4.1 km, direction W)
M2 Junction 7	(10.0 miles, 16.1 km, direction SW)
M2 Junction 6	(11.4 miles, 18.4 km, direction SW)
Lydd Airport	(30.2 miles, 48.6 km, direction S)
London City Airport	(46.9 miles, 75.5 km, direction W)
Herne Bay to London	(54.9 miles, 88.3 km, direction W)

Hotels & Accommodation in Herne Bay

Hotel Name	Approximate distance from Herne Bay center
The Marine	(3.6 miles, 5.8 km, direction W)
The Crown Inn	(5.6 miles, 8.9 km, direction SE)
The Millers Arms Inn	(6.6 miles, 10.7 km, direction S)
Falstaff Hotel	(6.7 miles, 10.8 km, direction S)
Fusion RBR	(6.7 miles, 10.8 km, direction S)
Pilgrims Hotel	(6.8 miles, 10.9 km, direction S)
Sun Hotel	(6.8 miles, 10.9 km, direction S)
Abode Canterbury	(6.8 miles, 11.0 km, direction S)
The Victoria Hotel	(6.9 miles, 11.1 km, direction S)
Swallow Chaucer Hotel	(6.9 miles, 11.2 km, direction S)
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