Greatstone-on-Sea, Kent
Greatstone-on-Sea in Kent Village Guide
About Greatstone-on-Sea, Kent
Greatstone-on-Sea is a coastal village situated on Romney Marsh in Kent, England. Positioned east of New Romney, it lies within the civil parishes of New Romney and Lydd. Initial plans in the 1920s for extensive housing and facilities were only partially realised, but significant development during the 1960s and 1970s established a sizeable community.
The village features St Peter’s Church, built in the 1960s as a daughter church of All Saints, Lydd. A small cluster of shops serves residents and visitors, with the village adjoining Lydd-on-Sea at one end. Education is provided by Greatstone Primary School, with most pupils progressing to nearby secondary schools including The Marsh Academy, Folkestone School for Girls, or Harvey Grammar School.
Transport links include two main roads connecting Greatstone to Lydd, Lydd Airport, East Sussex, and New Romney. The Romney, Hythe and Dymchurch Railway passes through the village, stopping at Romney Sands station. Historically, Greatstone-on-Sea had its own national railway station from 1937 to 1967. Local bus services are operated by Stagecoach in East Kent.
The beach at Greatstone-on-Sea gained wider recognition after featuring in the BBC’s Teletubbies series. The village is also notable for its proximity to the RAF Denge Sound Mirrors, historic acoustic devices used during wartime.
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The Salty Shepherd
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Attractions and Activities
RSPB Dungeness
If you haven’t been to Dungeness, nothing can quite prepare you for the landscape – mile after mile of shingle, which is wild and a little weird! On a cold winter’s day, it is a delight to sit snug in … more
Romney, Hythe and Dymchurch Railway
The Romney, Hythe and Dymchurch Railway is Kent’s mainline in miniature. First opened to traffic in July 1927 as the “World’s Smallest Public Railway” and now covering a distance of 13.5 miles from the picturesque cinque port of Hythe near … more
Broomhill Sands
Broomhill Sands is predominantly known as a popular destination for kite surfers. This beach has gained a reputation as a haven for kite surfing enthusiasts due to its favourable wind conditions and spacious coastal area. The open expanse of Broomhill … more
Accommodation
The Salty Shepherd
Combining the peace and quiet of a rural farm setting in the beautiful East Sussex countryside with Camber Sands, one of the most fabulous beaches on the South Coast, our shepherds hut offers you a genuinely unique luxury glamping experience. … more
Castaways B&B and Guest House
Fully refurbished in 2012, we offer 6 en-suite guest bedrooms sleeping up to 11 guests. Relax in our comfortable guest lounge and enjoy magnificent sea views over the English Channel with the white cliffs of Dover to the east and … more
Waterside Guesthouse
Waterside Guest House offers a serene getaway in the picturesque seaside village of Dymchurch. This charming guest house provides a perfect base for exploring the beautiful countryside of Kent and East Sussex, including the historic city of Canterbury. With its … more
Restaurants
Britannia Inn
The Britannia Inn is a renowned traditional English pub and restaurant serving fish & chips and other home cooked food. Set two minutes walk from the beach via a walkway opposite, thepub is in the heart of Dungeness estate, a … more