When booking a family holiday, one concern sits above everything else, “Will the kids be entertained?” If the answer is uncertain, the holiday becomes work. Margate Sands solves this by building activities directly into the resort, allowing children to stay engaged without needing constant planning.
Children do not rely on scheduled outings to stay engaged. At Margate Sands, they move between activity areas within the resort, creating a natural flow between play, rest and movement without requiring transport or coordination.

The resort includes a range of activities that support continuous engagement.
These include:
These options provide variety without requiring families to leave the resort.
Dedicated play zones allow younger children to stay active within a safe environment. Facilities include playground areas, trampolines and open outdoor spaces designed for movement and informal play.

The Fred First Kids Club provides structured activities that complement free play within the resort. Children can take part in supervised sessions while parents remain nearby, creating a balance between guided activity and independent movement.
Swimming pools provide a consistent activity throughout the day. Children return to the pool between other activities, maintaining engagement without needing additional planning or travel.

Margate Sands is located across the road from Margate Main Beach, allowing families to include beach time at any point during the day. This flexibility allows children to move between beach and resort activities without committing to extended outings.
Margate Sands combines:
This structure reduces planning while maintaining variety, making it easier for families to manage the day.

Margate Sands is positioned as a family-focused resort near Margate Main Beach, designed to keep children active while giving parents flexibility and space.
With self-catering apartments and built-in activities, the resort offers a practical base for South Coast family holidays.
Yes. The resort offers adventure golf, games rooms, playgrounds, trampolines, pools and the Fred First Kids Club.
No. Most activities are available within the resort itself.
Yes. The resort includes safe play areas and supervised kids activities.
Yes. Margate Main Beach is located across the road.
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Margate Sands combines accommodation, activities and beach access in one location, allowing families to spend less time organising the day and more time enjoying it.
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