Camber Sands, Sandy beach in East Sussex, England
The three-mile stretch of golden sand features extensive dunes along the coastline, creating a distinct landscape among the predominantly pebbly beaches of Sussex.
During World War II, the beach and dunes served as military training grounds, with fortifications constructed to prepare troops for operations in similar terrains.
The distinctive sandy landscape has attracted numerous filmmakers, serving as a stand-in for Normandy beaches in the 1958 film Dunkirk and 1962's The Longest Day.
Three main parking areas provide 3,000 spaces for visitors, with the western car park on New Lydd Road offering additional overflow facilities.
At low tide, visitors can observe the remains of the brig 'Avon', a nineteenth-century shipwreck that met its fate in these waters in 1852.
Location: England
GPS coordinates: 50.93320,0.79608
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:19
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