Folkestone Harbour Arm – Leas Coastal Park and Beach loop from Folkestone

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Folkestone Harbour Arm – Leas Coastal Park and Beach loop from Folkestone

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Folkestone Harbour Arm – Leas Coastal Park and Beach loop from Folkestone

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5.08km

60m

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 24, 2026

Waypoints

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Bus stop

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454 m

The Zig Zag Path

Highlight • Trail

The most attractive connection of the Leas to the beach is this small path, which winds downwards in hairpin bends. There are stone benches, tunnels, passageways, grottos - all beautifully and carefully planted. The views are gorgeous! Although steep, it is also doable with a stroller

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895 m

Lower Leas Coastal Park

Highlight (Segment) • Natural

Lots of little paths either through the flowered gardens or along the beach

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1.65 km

Jelly Mould Pavilion by Lubaina Himid

Highlight • Beach

1.87 km

The Boardwalk at Folkestone Seafront

Highlight • Cycleway

The Boardwalk at Folkestone Seafront is a striking feature constructed from reconditioned railway sleepers. It stretches 800 meters across the shingle beach, linking the Harbour Arm and Station with the Lower Leas Coastal Park. This pathway not only connects various parts of the seafront but also brings visitors closer to the water’s edge. Along the route, you’ll find public artworks from the Folkestone Triennial, such as AK Dolven’s suspended bell ‘Out of Tune’ and Lubaina Himid’s ‘Jelly Mould Pavilion’.

The Boardwalk is part of a larger regeneration project aimed at revitalizing the harbour area, making it a vibrant space with new restaurants, bars, cafes, and pathways. The use of old railway sleepers ties the new development to the harbour’s historical roots, while the landscaping and design ensure durability against the marine environment.

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