Top Things to do in Herne Bay
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The 10 Best Budget-friendly Things to do in Herne Bay, England
Discover the best top things to do in Herne Bay, United Kingdom including The Firkin Frog, The Bouncing Barrel, Copper Pottle, Reculver Towers and Roman Fort, Herne Mill, Reculver Country Park, iFun, Kavanagh Cinema Herne Bay, The Downs, Waltrop Gardens.
Restaurants in Herne Bay
1. The Firkin Frog
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 74 reviews
Small pub selling craft ales and ciders. A wide rànge of premium craft gins , vodkas, rums and whiskies along with Belgium beers and fine wines. We also serve food on Tuesday evening, except the last Tuesday of the month when there is a regular quiz.
Reviewed By B41LCjohnw
A great little boozer with a lovely atmosphere. Well presented and clean. Dogs welcome (with well behaved keepers!) a real treat is the home cooked meals on Tuesday nights. (Except once a month quiz night)
2. The Bouncing Barrel
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 61 reviews
Reviewed By 401davidL401 - Canterbury, United Kingdom
Popped in to the barrel yesterday evening as they had a mini beer festival. There are some super brews available, I had a beer I hadn't drunk for some time - Theakston's Old Peculiar, every bit as good as I remembered. The usual cheery banter from a convivial bunch of enthusiastic imbibers looked after by Emma. Has to be one of the best micro pubs in the area.
3. Copper Pottle
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By davidashford
This is an excellent Micro-Pub. A very welcoming landlord, a decent range of locally brewed beers and excellent prices on beers, wines and spirits. What really sets it apart, though, is the friendly clientele. Well worth a visit.
4. Reculver Towers and Roman Fort
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 584 reviews
Reviewed By srj999
The twin towers of the original St Mary's church (the replacement church is a mile and a half further inland towards Herne Bay) have been preserved to act as a landmark for shipping entering the Thames Estuary. Next to the towers, the outline of the original Roman fort has been marked out. The towers were formerly quite a way in but erosion of the coastline has brought them to the very edge of the cliffs. Much construction work has kept them safe for the foreseeable future and a coastal path runs from Herne Bay to the west as far as Margate, about ten miles to the east, providing an opportunity to either walk or cycle as far as Thanet. There is a visitor centre (only open at weekends) giving details of the history and geographical nature of the area. There are also public toilets, including disabled facilities. If you fancy a quick drink, the King Ethelbert pub is next to the large car park at the foot of the towers. On a clear day, Reculver will provide you with spectacular coastal sunset photo opportunities and the wide open space gives a feeling of peace. I have been coming here for over 40 years to either just sit and contemplate or to walk my dogs and it never fails to make me smile.
5. Herne Mill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 29 reviews
Herne Mill is a Kentish smock windmill dating from 1789. It is Grade I listed & is owned by Kent County Council and cared for by the Friends of Herne Mill. Opening Times: Herne Mill is open to the general public from Easter until the end of September. The mill is open Sunday afternoons from 2:00 - 5:00pm with last admissions at 4:30pm (subject to the availability of volunteer staff). The mill is also open by appointment. Admission: £2.00 each for all, under 16’s free (Children under age of 12 must be in the care of a responsible adult at all times) Cash Only. Access: Road access is signposted from the A291 Herne Bay - Canterbury road and the A299. Parking: Limited parking is available at the mill. Pedestrian access from Herne Bay - use the Pigeon Lane footbridge over the A299, turn right into Mill Lane. Public Transport: Rail: 2 miles from Herne Bay station. Disabled Access: Disabled access to the ground floor of the mill and to the museum in the Wootton Room. Disabled access toilet.
6. Reculver Country Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 99 reviews
Reviewed By Yoakley123gardener - Margate, United Kingdom
Parked the car at minnis bay car park, and enjoyed a fantastic walk along the promenade of the Saxon shore way, to the ancient historical towers of reculver. Landmark that can be seen for miles, from herne bay to margate. Good information informing you of the history of the ancient towers. Glorious views out across the Thames estuary, we were lucky with the weather and could make out southend. The walk is a birdwatchers haven, and lovely coastal flora and fauna. Walk took us a out an hour both ways. There is a council car park at reculver, which is a short walk, but can get very busy in the summer. Lovely walk, with stunning views.
7. iFun
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 46 reviews
Family Entertainment Center on Herne Bay Sea Front with all the latest games and Prizes Galore. Also featuring Harry's Cafe, Temptations Ice Cream Parlour and Gift Shop and a 18 Hole Herne Bay Mini Golf + Our dedicated Adult Gaming Centre £500 Casino Slots. The iFun Team are dedicated to providing all your needs for a fun filled family day at the seaside.
Reviewed By JadeJ343
Lots of fun all in one place, machines, food, ice cream and golf. Staff are so friendly and helpful. Perfect for all ages.
8. Kavanagh Cinema Herne Bay
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 147 reviews
Twin screen Cinema in Herne Bay providing the latest films plus live events from Royal Opera House, National Theatre, English National Opera and concert venues around the world. We have a film club that screens a movie at 11am every Wednesday morning. Coffee is provided in the admission price. On the last Saturday of the month we present an Autism Friendly and Hearing Impaired screening. Films presented in Dolby Digital Surround Sound 5.1 & 7.1 2D,3D & HFR3D
Reviewed By C0ddy - Whitstable, United Kingdom
Reasonably comfy seats and cheap ticket price. Currently the car park is free for 2 hours too. Central location, friendly staff. Two screens so a choice of films. Has all current releases, you can book for seats in advance (ie for Star Wars etc). Good value local cinema.
9. The Downs
10. Waltrop Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 65 reviews
Facing Telford Terrace is a quaisi Victorian sunken garden, erected to celebrate the twinning of Waltrop and Herne Bay. The sundial on the seaward side is a gift from Waltrop, designed by the burgermeister Herr Jochen Mungner. In the centre of the garden is a Portland stone fountain given to the town in 1888 by London Alderman Col. Horatio Davies, who became Lord Mayor of London. (This fountain was originally located near the clock tower).
Reviewed By Wendyoz - London, United Kingdom
Wonderful gardens with lovely flower beds and plenty of benches to sit and enjoy this peaceful oasis. There is a playground for little ones to enjoy.
