The golden sands of Viking Bay in Broadstairs. Image: Shutterstock
London has its fair share of pop-up beaches each summer, but nothing beats the proper sunshine-ice-cream-fish-and-chips-neon-lights-cheesy-music-arcade-games-doughnuts-on-the-pier British seaside. These Kentish seaside towns are all within easy reach of London, whether you're looking for bucket-and-spade sand or something a bit more sophisticated.
Visit Whitstable from London
The fishing industry lives on in Whitstable Harbour. Image: Shutterstock
Whitstable's popularity with Londoners has swelled in recent years, lending it something of a hip reputation. Its working harbour means oysters are plentiful around these parts; the dreamy pink Wheelers Oyster Bar is Wes Anderson-esque, and incredibly popular for photos. Throw in historic buildings and alleyways, and Whitstable is quite the charmer.
