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Minnis Bay

📍 London, United Kingdom · Kiteboarding spot

Minnis Bay is a kiteboarding spot near London in United Kingdom, with open ocean conditions and prevailing N, NE, NW wind.

CountryUnited Kingdom
Nearest townLondon
Water typeOpen ocean
LaunchOcean
Best wind directionN, NE, NW
Wind typeFrontal
TideLow tide, Coming tide, Falling tide
Coordinates51.3782, 1.2796

About Minnis Bay

One of the best spots for beginners in Kent. The water is shallow for some way out at low tide. Please be aware of the windsurfers, there has been an active club here since the 80's try and give them plenty of room.

What are the wind and water conditions?

Minnis Bay offers open ocean conditions with N, NE, NW wind (Frontal wind), launching from ocean.

How do I get to Minnis Bay?

Head to Birchington on the A28 go left at the roundabout in town and follow that road all the way to the beach. Parking: Free on the seafront or there is a pay and display behind the pub.

Hazards at Minnis Bay

Swimmers, Wave breaker.

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Where can I take kite lessons near Minnis Bay?

9 kite schools operate in United Kingdom. See kite schools in United Kingdom →

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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.