Deal to Sandwich Dune Path

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Route Overview

This flat linear walk takes you north from the seaside town of Deal. You will follow the coastal pathway past the world-famous Royal St George's Golf Club, traverse the sandy dunes of the Sandwich Bay nature reserve, and turn inland along the River Stour into the medieval streets of Sandwich.

Travel & Getting There from London Victoria

By Train: Take Southeastern from Victoria to Dover/Deal or High Speed from St Pancras. (Station: Deal Station (Southeastern Railway), duration: 1h 20m from St Pancras / 2h from Victoria).

By Bus: Take National Express 007 from Victoria Coach Station to Dover, connect on Stagecoach 12 bus up the coast to Deal Pier. (2h 50m - 3h 25m from London Victoria)

By Car & Parking: Nearest car park is Deal Pier Car Park (CT14 6HX) / Beach Street. Drive time from London Victoria is approx 1h 55m - 2h 25m from London Victoria (83.2 miles via M2, A2 to Dover & A258 to Deal). From London Victoria, take A2/M2 past Canterbury, follow A2 to Dover outskirts, and take A258 north along the coast to Deal.

Trailside Cafes & Historic Country Pubs

Refreshment and dining stops located along or near the Deal to Sandwich Dune Path trail:

• ☕ The Crispins Fish Restaurant: Traditional pub and refreshment stop for walkers.
• ☕ Goats Aloud Cafe: Traditional pub and refreshment stop for walkers.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I travel to Deal to Sandwich Dune Path from London?

Take Southeastern from Victoria to Dover/Deal or High Speed from St Pancras. (Station: Deal Station (Southeastern Railway), duration: 1h 20m from St Pancras / 2h from Victoria).

Where is the closest car park for Deal to Sandwich Dune Path?

Nearest car park is Deal Pier Car Park (CT14 6HX) / Beach Street. Drive time from London Victoria is approx 1h 55m - 2h 25m from London Victoria (83.2 miles via M2, A2 to Dover & A258 to Deal). From London Victoria, take A2/M2 past Canterbury, follow A2 to Dover outskirts, and take A258 north along the coast to Deal.

How long is the hike and what is the terrain difficulty?

Deal to Sandwich Dune Path covers 10 km (6.2 miles) with an estimated duration of 2.5 hours, graded as Easy. Starts at Deal Station and finishes at Sandwich Station.