10 of Thanet’s beaches named best in Britain

Thanet has once again been named as having some of the best beaches in Britain as results from Keep Britain Tidy’s annual Blue Flag and Seaside Awards are announced.

The following beaches in Thanet with awards for 2017 include:

Blue Flag:

  • Minnis Bay
  • West Bay
  • St Mildreds
  • Botany Bay
  • Joss Bay
  • Stone Bay

Seaside Award:

  • Margate Main Sands
  • Ramsgate Main Sands
  • Westbrook Bay
  • Viking Bay, Broadstairs

These awards are the quality marks for Thanet’s beaches and mean that those visiting can be sure that they are clean, safe and meet the highest environmental standards, as well as the tough international bathing water quality standards.

Gavin Waite, Director of Operational Services at Thanet District Council, said:

“Thanet is one of the UK’s fastest growing tourism economies and our spectacular, sandy beaches help us attract thousands of visitors every year. We are delighted that 10 of them have been recognised by Keep Britain Tidy as the country’s best. These awards are a mark of our team’s commitment and dedication to keeping our beaches clean and safe for everyone to enjoy. With an action packed events programme this summer, there has never been a better time to live or visit the Isle of Thanet.”

Keep Britain Tidy’s Chief Executive Allison Ogden-Newton said:

“The success of our beaches in reaching the very high standards demanded by both awards are a real testament to all those who have worked so hard to protect and improve our beaches – from beach managers to local people and businesses.

“When you enjoy a day on the beach flying a Blue Flag or Seaside Award, you know you are on one of the safest, cleanest and very best in the country.”

The award announcement coincides with results of a survey undertaken by Keep Britain Tidy which revealed that nine out of 10 people said cleanliness, safety and assured water quality were key factors in deciding which beach to visit and 93% believe that it is important to preserve and protect our beaches.

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