Thanet District Council: Oil deposits found on Thanet beaches

There are significant deposits of oil along Thanet’s coastline. So far deposits have been found at beaches from Westbrook Bay in Margate to Ramsgate Main Sands.

Inspections by the council’s coastal engineers are underway and signs will be placed at relevant locations to warn the public of the incident and notify them that access to the beach is not permitted.

Dog owners must not take their dogs onto the affected beaches.

The decision to restrict access to affected beaches has not been taken lightly.

Members of the public are strongly advised to stay away from any deposits of oil and to report any sightings to the council on 01843 577000.

Affected beaches:
Westbrook Bay
Margate Main Sands
Walpole Bay
Palm Bay
Botany Bay
Kingsgate Bay
Joss Bay
Stone Bay
Viking Bay
Louisa Bay
Dumpton Gap
Ramsgate East Cliff
Ramsgate Main Sands