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Leas Coastal Park and Beach – Folkestone Harbour loop from Folkestone

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Leas Coastal Park and Beach – Folkestone Harbour loop from Folkestone

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Leas Coastal Park and Beach – Folkestone Harbour loop from Folkestone

02:01

7.80km

50m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 27, 2026

Tips

Includes a movable bridge

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After 1.51 km for 46 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.60 km

Folkestone Harbour Station

Highlight (Segment) • Settlement

It's unbelievable what has been done here from the completely dilapidated former (until 2001) ferry station: the station building has been superbly renovated, the tracks have been made into seating, one beach bar is lined up next to the next, mini-pubs or ice cream stalls are located in old wagons. .. Life takes place out here, fabulously great in summer, a highlight for railway enthusiasts at all other times

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2.21 km

Folkestone Lighthouse

Highlight • Historical Site

Opened in 1904, it still functions as a lighthouse but now has a pub/champagne bar inside.

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2.99 km

The Boardwalk at Folkestone Seafront

Highlight • Cycleway

The Boardwalk at Folkestone Seafront is a striking feature constructed from reconditioned railway sleepers. It stretches 800 meters across the shingle beach, linking the Harbour Arm and Station with the Lower Leas Coastal Park. This pathway not only connects various parts of the seafront but also brings visitors closer to the water’s edge. Along the route, you’ll find public artworks from the Folkestone Triennial, such as AK Dolven’s suspended bell ‘Out of Tune’ and Lubaina Himid’s ‘Jelly Mould Pavilion’.

The Boardwalk is part of a larger regeneration project aimed at revitalizing the harbour area, making it a vibrant space with new restaurants, bars, cafes, and pathways. The use of old railway sleepers ties the new development to the harbour’s historical roots, while the landscaping and design ensure durability against the marine environment.

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3.21 km

Jelly Mould Pavilion by Lubaina Himid

Highlight • Beach

3.64 km

Lower Leas Coastal Park

Highlight (Segment) • Natural

Lots of little paths either through the flowered gardens or along the beach

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4.09 km

Leas Coastal Park and Beach

Highlight • Beach

From Lea's Gardens, take the zigzag path down to the pebble beaches! Everything blooms wonderfully here in summer

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4.75 km

Mermaid Beach

Highlight • Viewpoint

6.21 km

Folkestone Harbour

Highlight • Structure

Folkestone Harbour has experienced a time of great regeneration since 2014. Now a place to promenade, enjoy a cafe or take in the view, it was a busy ferry port until 2001.
The harbour was an important part of World War Two as it was here that 44000 people passed through during the evacuations of Dunkirk.

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7.80 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.29 km

2.42 km

820 m

133 m

111 m

Surfaces

2.79 km

1.56 km

1.35 km

1.27 km

779 m

Elevation

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Weather

Friday 26 June

27°C

18°C

24 %

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Max wind speed: 9.0 km/h

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Leas Coastal Park and Beach – Folkestone Harbour loop from Folkestone

Folkestone Harbour Station

Folkestone Lighthouse

The Boardwalk at Folkestone Seafront

Jelly Mould Pavilion by Lubaina Himid

Lower Leas Coastal Park

Leas Coastal Park and Beach

Mermaid Beach

Folkestone Harbour

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