Margate Kent Map

About Margate

Margate’s coastline, a broad sweep of chalk cliffs softened by the sea’s persistent caress, has long shaped its fortunes. It lies 5.0 km north-west of Broadstairs (from Broadstairs: bearing 308°T, OS grid TR 353 708), and is situated north of Lydden village. Historically, Margate blossomed as a fashionable seaside resort, its economy once buoyed by the influx of visitors seeking the bracing air and sandy beaches, a far cry from the soot-stained industrial centres of the north. The very rhythm of life here has often been dictated by the tides and the seasonal ebb and flow of human presence, a gentle reminder of the town's enduring connection to the sea. The Turner Contemporary gallery, a beacon of modern art overlooking the restless waves, now stands as a testament to Margate's vibrant cultural renaissance. This striking building, a stark contrast to the faded grandeur of some of its Victorian predecessors, draws inspiration from the celebrated artist J.M.W. Turner, who found solace and artistic stimulus in Margate's ever-changing light. Beyond the gallery, the town's distinctive pleasure pier, though diminished, still evokes a sense of bygone gaiety, whilst the shell-lined grotto, a curious Victorian folly, whispers tales of romantic escapades and artistic whimsy.

About This Margate Map Page

Explore Margate, Kent, with an embedded street and satellite map - switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 51.387441, 1.380763. Live weather conditions and 7-day forecasts are provided through Open-Meteo, while real-time local and world news feeds help keep the page current. Wikipedia and editorial summaries provide additional local information and context.

Location data is sourced from OS Open Names © Crown copyright and database rights 2024, Ordnance Survey, Open Government Licence v3.0, and verified by coordinates.