Camber Sands

Camber Sands

Camber Sands is a beach in East Sussex, UK, in the village of Camber, close to Rye located within Rother District Council. It is the only sand dune system in all of East Sussex.
and is east of the estuary of the River Rother at Rye Bay stretching 3 miles to just beyond the Kent border, where shingle and pebbles take over.

Sands

Camber has over 2 miles (3.2 km) of sandy beach, and much of it is real golden sands.

Sands

Pontins Camber sands holiday park offers a huge range of exciting activities including Bear Grylls Survival Academy, Adventure Bugz and high ropes course.
There is an excellent entertainment programme throughout the day as well as family-friendly shows in the evening. If you want to eat out then try a meal in The Boathouse Bar and Restaurant area or go for fish & chips at the Fish & Chippery. Camber Sands Holiday Park

Camber

Camber is a village and civil parish in the Rother district of East Sussex, England, 3 miles south-east of Rye. The village area is located behind the sand dunes that occupy the estuary of the River Rother.

Camber

Car parking at beach

There are three main car parks at Camber Beach; Camber Car Park, Broomhill Car Park and Camber Best Western Car Park.

Rye

Rye is an English town near the coast in East Sussex. In the centre, cobbled lanes like Mermaid Street are lined with medieval, half-timbered houses.
The redbrick Lamb House was once owned by writer Henry James. Nearby, the tower of the Norman St. Mary’s Church overlooks the town. The 14th-century Ypres Tower, which formed part of Rye’s defences, is now Rye Castle Museum, with paintings and displays on local history.

Breaks

If you are looking for a break away at Camber Sands there are number of areas you can explore available including Camber Sands Holiday Park, as well as holiday homes to stay like River Lodge and hotels nearby.

Food

There are a number of great restaurant options for food and drink at Camber sands including the Dunes Bar and Restaurant and Rye Bay Bar and Grill.

Drink

A traditional British pub close to the beach is at Camber sands is The Owl where you can also book to stay and the Camber Castle.

Frequently Asked Question

Can you swim in the sea at Camber Sands?

It is safe to swim at Camber Sands, however visitors need to be wary of the fast-rising tides at the beach. Rip tides are one of the most common causes of coastal deaths - sweeping swimmers out to sea if caught up in one.

Is Camber Sands a good holiday destination?

Sands without question ranks as one of the best beaches in the UK. Dig toes into a stunning golden beach, with an array of things to do including watersports to keep thrill-seekers active. Enjoy family picnics in the sand, or grab lunch in a friendly local restaurant.

Is Camber Sands real sand?

Unlike most beaches along the Sussex coast which are lined with pebbles and shingle held in place by a series of groynes, Camber Sands is covered in fine, golden sand.

Can I walk my dog at Camber Sands?

Dogs are allowed on the beach at Sands all year round. However, between 1 May and 30 September, dogs are not allowed within the zoned area located on this map of Camber Sands. You don't need to worry about whether you're in the dog allowed zone or not as the beach is very clearly signposted.

Are there toilets at Camber Sands?

There are limited toilet facilities at Camber Sands that are open and are cleaned regularly in line with new government advice. Remember that only a limited number of people can get access the toilets at one time due to social distancing – so don't leave it to the last minute to visit!

Getting to Camber Sands

You can get to Camber Sands by both car and train. The nearest Train station is at Rye where you can get a 6 minute taxi to the sands.

Tripadvisor - Is Bexhill also worth visting?

Tripadvisor: It is well worth to travel to Bexhill which has a lovely clean promenade and is great for a stroll. The beach is very pebbly but great fun for collecting shells and stones. If you want to swim it can often be very windswept and you only have to go a couple of paces and you are waist deep!