Littlestone-on-Sea

Littlestone-on-Sea is mainly a beach-and-seafront sort of outing, with shingle at Littlestone itself and the better-known sandy stretch of Greatstone just beside it. Reviews mention a playground, an outdoor gym, toilets, a green for families, and easy access to nearby shops and an ice cream van. Parents seem to like it for the space, the views and the fact that it is dog-friendly at certain ends, with plenty of room for beach walks and a generally calm feel. There’s also parking nearby, including free parking for Blue Badge holders, and enough basic facilities to make it a straightforward half-day or low-key full day. The catch is that this is not a polished attraction with loads to do, and the sea quality has been flagged in at least one recent review, with signs advising people not to go in the water. Food options are basic rather than exciting, and the ice cream queue can be a bit of a test of parental character.