Margate beach set to gain accessible boardwalk

One of Kent's most popular beaches looks set to become more accessible to people with mobility issues.

Margate Main Sands will get a £95,000 boardwalk to increase its accessibility under new proposals by Thanet District Council (TDC)

The funding is part of £180,000 set aside for one-off improvements to the public realm in the 2026/27 draft budget.

Some £50,000 of that is set to be spent on new lighting at St Peter's Recreation Ground, while £35,000 for litter and rubbish clearance on the A299 is also planned.

Council leader Rick Everitt proposed the new boardwalk after internal discussions within the ruling Labour group, according to the Local Democracy Reporting Service.

At a meeting of the TDC cabinet on 22 January, he said: "While the council's financial position remains tight, we remain committed to improving accessibility, safety and security, and tackling litter hotspots.

"These are not huge sums of money but they can make a difference.

"A Margate boardwalk will help residents and visitors with mobility issues to enjoy the beach, similar to the one at Broadstairs."

Everitt said the authority was hopeful it could also find sufficient funds to put one in at Ramgsate too.

Councillors are set to scrutinise the whole budget, including these proposals, at an upcoming meeting.

The budget will then go to the full council for a final vote on 26 February.

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