Leysdown-on-Sea Travel Guide

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Sign: Private, seen at Shellness Beach on the Isle of Sheppey, Kent, England, UK
Sign: Private, seen at Shellness Beach on the Isle of Sheppey, Kent, England, UK
Beach huts with sea view in Leysdown-on-Sea, Isle of Sheppey, Kent, England, UK
Beach huts with sea view in Leysdown-on-Sea, Isle of Sheppey, Kent, England, UK
Shellness is located on the South Eastern shore of the Isle of Grain, Kent, England. A beach entirely covered with shells it looks across to the mouth of the River Thames. The town of Leysdown on Sea is located a couple of miles away where you can park up as its a worthwhile walk to the beach. There are plenty of views on the way from old beach huts and cottages to abandoned boats. #shells #beach #Beachbound

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ORIDA Maidstone Hotel

ORIDA Maidstone Hotel

3 out of 5
Bearsted Rd Maidstone England
The price is AU$114 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
AU$114
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Maidstone. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,250 reviews)
Check in was good, restaurant and bar available, comfortable bed . The bathroom was tired and a bit shabby.

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

ORIDA Maidstone Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Canterbury by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Canterbury by IHG

3 out of 5
A2 Upper Harbledown Canterbury England
The price is AU$111 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
AU$111
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canterbury. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Very convenient hotel near Kent university. We have stayed here twice now and nice breakfast and evening meal. Friendly, professional service.

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Holiday Inn Express Canterbury by IHG
Hampton by Hilton Canterbury

Hampton by Hilton Canterbury

3 out of 5
7 St. Margaret's Street Canterbury England
The price is AU$146 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
AU$146
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canterbury. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,012 reviews)
From customer service to comfort.

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Hampton by Hilton Canterbury
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The Lower Bell

The Lower Bell

3 out of 5
201 Old Chatham Road Aylesford England
Stay at this apartment in Aylesford. Enjoy free parking, a business centre and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Oare Marshes Nature Reserve and Kent Life ...
7.8/10 Good! (150 reviews)
Pleasant staff. Warm, clean room

Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025

The Lower Bell
Minutes from Whitstable beach and high street. Sleeps up to 6

Minutes from Whitstable beach and high street. Sleeps up to 6

Whitstable
Stay at this cottage in Whitstable. Enjoy laundry facilities. Popular attractions Canterbury Cathedral and Playhouse Theatre Whitstable are located nearby.
Minutes from Whitstable beach and high street. Sleeps up to 6
Hogwarts Bed and Continental Breakfast

Hogwarts Bed and Continental Breakfast

3 out of 5
Bell Farm Lane Sheerness England
Stay at this cottage in Sheerness. Enjoy free parking, daily housekeeping and a picnic area. Popular attractions Minster Gatehouse Museum and Barton's Point ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (118 reviews)
The room was lovely. The people so friendly couldnt do enough for you absolutely amazing cant wait to go back there

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

Hogwarts Bed and Continental Breakfast
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Popular places to visit

#TroveOnTuesday This is a great little nature reserve with a selection of shepherd huts, popular bird watching destination but absolutely not essential when you’ve got fabulous accommodation like this.

Elmley National Nature Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Elmley National Nature Reserve, a lovely green space in Minster on Sea. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Elmley National Nature Reserve

Saint Thomas the Apostle, Harty

Find out about the history of Leysdown when you spend time at Saint Thomas the Apostle, Harty. Visit the stunning cathedral and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Saint Thomas the Apostle, Harty

Leysdown Coastal Park

Leysdown Coastal Park is just one of the places to see in Leysdown, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the stunning cathedral and lively bars in this walkable area.

Leysdown Coastal Park

Jimmy G's Amusements

Enjoy an outing to Jimmy G's Amusements during your stay in Leysdown-on-Sea. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Jimmy G's Amusements

Minster Gatehouse Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Minster Gatehouse Museum in Minster on Sea. Amble around this family-friendly area's seaside and enjoy its lively bars.

Minster Gatehouse Museum

Blue Town Heritage Centre

You can enjoy a show at Blue Town Heritage Centre on your trip to Sheerness. Wander through the seaside and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

Blue Town Heritage Centre

Cities near Leysdown-on-Sea

Isle of Sheppey - island off the northern coast of Kent, England, UK

Sheerness