Lydd-on-Sea

Settlement in Kent Shepway

England

Lydd-on-Sea

Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch train leaving Dungeness RH&amp;DR Pacifics &#039;Green Goddess&#039; and &#039;Southern Maid&#039; accelerating away round the bend from Dungeness Station on the return journey to Hythe. The old Dungeness Lighthouse is on the left, with the Nuclear Power Station beyond. — Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch train leaving Dungeness Credit: Bob Walters

Lydd-on-Sea, also known as Lydd Beach, is a small coastal village located in the county of Kent, England. Situated on the southeastern coast, it is part of the larger Romney Marsh area. With a population of around 1,500 residents, Lydd-on-Sea is a peaceful and picturesque destination for both locals and tourists.

The village is known for its beautiful sandy beach, which stretches for approximately two miles along the coast. The beach is popular among visitors who enjoy sunbathing, swimming, and taking leisurely walks along the shore. The area is also a haven for wildlife enthusiasts, with various bird species often spotted in the surrounding nature reserves.

Lydd-on-Sea is home to a small but charming promenade, offering stunning views of the English Channel. The promenade features a few cafes, shops, and amenities for visitors to enjoy. It is a great spot to relax and soak in the peaceful atmosphere of the village.

In addition to its natural beauty, Lydd-on-Sea boasts a rich history. The nearby Lydd Camp, a former military training ground, played a significant role during World War II. Today, it serves as a training facility for the British Army and is not open to the public.

Overall, Lydd-on-Sea offers a tranquil and idyllic coastal experience, perfect for those seeking a peaceful getaway or a day trip to enjoy the beauty of the Kentish coast.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 50.929278/0.97401747 or Grid Reference TR0918. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch train leaving Dungeness

RH&DR Pacifics 'Green Goddess' and 'Southern Maid' accelerating away round the bend from Dungeness Station on the return journey to Hythe. The old Dungeness Lighthouse is on the left, with the Nuclear Power Station beyond.

Bob Walters

Dungeness RH&DR railway station, Kent

Opened in 1928 as "Dungeness Lighthouse", this station is the southern terminus of the Romney Hythe & Dymchurch Railway. The name was changed to "Dungeness" in 1947. It is not a conventional terminus as it is situated on a balloon loop - a turning loop which allows trains to return to Hythe without having to reverse direction. Hence the sharp curve to the right. The RH&DR is a 15 in (381 mm) gauge light railway. The eponymous lighthouse was built in 1904 but is no longer operational - it is open as a visitor attraction. The nuclear power station in the distance was first built in 1965, being replaced by a newer one in 1983.

Nigel Thompson

Dungeness RH&DR railway station, Kent, 1995

Opened in 1928 as "Dungeness Lighthouse", this station is the southern terminus of the Romney Hythe & Dymchurch Railway. The name was changed to "Dungeness" in 1947. It is not a conventional terminus as it is situated on a balloon loop - a turning loop which allows trains to return to Hythe without having to reverse direction. Taken from the top of the adjacent former lighthouse. The railway station was demolished in 2016 and replaced with a new building.

Nigel Thompson

Looking back towards Dungeness railway station from a departing train

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Britannia Points RH&DR railway station (site), Kent

Opened in 1928 on the Romney Hythe & Dymchurch Railway, this short-lived railway Halt closed in 1930. View south towards Dungeness. The halt was informal and had no associated infrastructure, such as a platform or waiting shelter. It was named after the former Britannia public house which had been situated where the house on the right now is. It was situated at the start of the Dungeness balloon loop - a turning loop which allows trains to return to Hythe without having to reverse direction. Hence the tracks split here to left and right. The RH&DR is a 15 in (381 mm) gauge light railway.

Nigel Thompson

Dungeness, 1961 Lighthouse

Looking east towards the 1961 lighthouse, the 5th to be built here. On the left is the Britannia Inn.

Nigel Thompson

View from a Romney-Dungeness train - Passing Kerton Road Bridge

Nigel Thompson

The new lighthouse at Dungeness

There cannot be anywhere else in Britain like Dungeness. It is one of the largest expanses of shingle in the world. This view from the boardwalk which has been laid across the shingle looks to the current lighthouse. This is the most recent of five and dates from 1961.

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Decorative boat at Dungeness

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Decorative boat at Dungeness

There cannot be anywhere else in Britain like Dungeness. It is one of the largest expanses of shingle in the world. The shacks are largely old railway carriages which were dropped down higgledy-piggledy on the stones but have since been turned into cosy homes. Many have arty or seafaring features such as this example of an old rowing boat. In the background are left to right the disused nuclear power stations, the fourth of the Dungeness lighthouses (also disused but which can be visited) and Dungeness station on the Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway.

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Decorative boat at Dungeness

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Old car at Dungeness

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Poppies at Dungeness

There cannot be anywhere else in Britain like Dungeness. It is one of the largest expanses of shingle in the world but has one third of all UK plant species. Dungeness is the third most biodiverse site in the country for its insect species and is also one of the best birdwatching sites in the country. The shacks are largely old railway carriages which were dropped down higgledy-piggledy on the stones but have since been turned into cosy homes.

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Samson at Dungeness

This was the occasion of the Members' End of Season Special on the Romney Hythe & Dymchurch Railway and sees Samson at Dungeness.

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Dungeness new lighthouse

The new lighthouse was opened in 1961 by the Duke of Gloucester, the former Master of Trinity House. To the left of Dungeness Road stands the Britannia Inn.

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Dungeness old lighthouse

Work on the old lighthouse started in 1901 and was completed in 1904. Admission charges in 2022 to the lighthouse are £5 for an adult, £3 for a child, £4 for students and old age pensioners. In the distance is the bulk of Dungeness Power Station.

John Baker

Dungeness Lighthouses

Dungeness Old Lighthouse is on the left, with its modern replacement on the right. The Old Lighthouse which was built in 1904 is now a museum. The new lighthouse was built in 1961 as the light from the old one could be obscured by the Dungeness Nuclear Power Station which was built immediately to the west (left) of the Old Lighthouse.

Bob Walters

The nuclear power stations at Dungeness

This is a cross-grid shot. The camera was in the square to the NE. The rusty, abandoned equipment in the foreground is ubiquitous hereabouts and a distinctive characteristic of Dungeness in general. To tidy it all up and clear it away would detract from the appeal of the area - so hopefully it will never happen!

Ian Cunliffe

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Lydd-on-Sea is located at Grid Ref: TR0918 (Lat: 50.929278, Lng: 0.97401747)

Administrative County: Kent

District: Shepway

Police Authority: Kent