Swalecliffe

Settlement in Kent Canterbury

England

Swalecliffe

Coastguard Lookout
Coastguard Lookout Credit: Alex McGregor

Swalecliffe is a small coastal village located in the county of Kent, England. Situated on the north coast of Kent, it lies approximately 3 miles west of the popular seaside town of Herne Bay. The village is bordered by the Swalecliffe Brook to the east and the Whitstable and Herne Bay Golf Club to the west.

Swalecliffe is primarily a residential area with a population of around 6,000 people. It offers a peaceful and picturesque setting, surrounded by beautiful countryside and stunning coastal landscapes. The village has a strong community spirit and benefits from a range of local amenities including a primary school, a post office, a convenience store, and a selection of small shops and businesses.

One of the main attractions of Swalecliffe is its close proximity to the beach. The village boasts a long stretch of sandy shoreline, perfect for relaxing walks, picnics, and enjoying the panoramic views of the North Sea. The beach is a popular spot for water sports enthusiasts, with opportunities for windsurfing, sailing, and jet skiing.

Swalecliffe is well-connected to other parts of Kent and beyond. The nearby Herne Bay railway station provides regular train services to London and Canterbury, making it a convenient location for commuters. Additionally, the village is served by several bus routes, linking it to the surrounding towns and villages.

Overall, Swalecliffe offers a tranquil and scenic place to live, with its beautiful coastline, community spirit, and convenient transport links making it an appealing destination for both residents and visitors.

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Swalecliffe Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.36628/1.068602 or Grid Reference TR1367. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Coastguard Lookout
Coastguard Lookout
Saxon Shore Way
Saxon Shore Way
Lifeguard lookout Looking across part of Tankerton Beach.
Lifeguard lookout
Looking across part of Tankerton Beach.
Cycle path beside Tankerton Beach Looking along the cycle path on the sea front.
Cycle path beside Tankerton Beach
Looking along the cycle path on the sea front.
Tankerton Beach Looking across part of the shingle beach.
Tankerton Beach
Looking across part of the shingle beach.
Path along the sea wall Looking across part of Tankerton Beach.
Path along the sea wall
Looking across part of Tankerton Beach.
Shingle on Tankerton Beach Looking east along the beach.
Shingle on Tankerton Beach
Looking east along the beach.
Beach huts and cycle path Looking along the path beside Tankerton Beach.
Beach huts and cycle path
Looking along the path beside Tankerton Beach.
Rows of beach huts Looking along lines of beach huts beside Tankerton Beach.
Rows of beach huts
Looking along lines of beach huts beside Tankerton Beach.
Above Tankerton Beach Looking down towards Tankerton Beach from a little cafe.
Above Tankerton Beach
Looking down towards Tankerton Beach from a little cafe.
West along the beach Looking along Tankerton Beach towards Whitstable.
West along the beach
Looking along Tankerton Beach towards Whitstable.
Whitstable from the air Tankerton and its beach are prominent in this view which was taken from a Gatwick bound flight from Prague.

See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7091170">TR1265 : Whitstable from the air</a>.
Whitstable from the air
Tankerton and its beach are prominent in this view which was taken from a Gatwick bound flight from Prague. See also TR1265 : Whitstable from the air.
8, St Anne's Road This view shows the former house that occupied <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6389889">TR1167 : 8, St Anne’s Road</a>.
8, St Anne's Road
This view shows the former house that occupied TR1167 : 8, St Anne’s Road.
1-3, St Anne’s Road Planning permission has been granted by Canterbury City Council under application number CA/22/00815 for the “erection of a mixed use commercial and residential development providing a retail unit, restaurant and 8 residential apartments including associated external works following demolition of existing building”.
1-3, St Anne’s Road
Planning permission has been granted by Canterbury City Council under application number CA/22/00815 for the “erection of a mixed use commercial and residential development providing a retail unit, restaurant and 8 residential apartments including associated external works following demolition of existing building”.
83, Tankerton Road This view shows <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6389246">TR1167 : 83, Tankerton Road</a> during its construction. It is partly occupied, on the ground floor, by Retreat Whitstable, a beauty salon.
83, Tankerton Road
This view shows TR1167 : 83, Tankerton Road during its construction. It is partly occupied, on the ground floor, by Retreat Whitstable, a beauty salon.
Tankerton Circus The name given for the roundabout; the white building beyond is an apartment block with a small portion of the ground floor for retail sales.
Tankerton Circus
The name given for the roundabout; the white building beyond is an apartment block with a small portion of the ground floor for retail sales.
Houses on Graystone Road, Whitstable
Houses on Graystone Road, Whitstable
Graystone Road, Whitstable
Graystone Road, Whitstable
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Swalecliffe is located at Grid Ref: TR1367 (Lat: 51.36628, Lng: 1.068602)

Administrative County: Kent

District: Canterbury

Police Authority: Kent

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Post Box
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Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00
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Swalecliffe
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Bus Stop
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Bus Stop
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Waste Basket
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