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St Mary’s Bay sits on a flat, shingle-backed stretch of the Kent coast, positioned between the busier hubs of Dymchurch and New Romney. Originally known as Jesson, the area developed significantly in the early 20th century, though it still feels very much defined by its proximity to the vast, open levels of Romney Marsh. It is a quiet residential spot where the landscape is dominated by the sea wall, which provides a long, paved promenade stretching for miles in either direction - ideal for walking or cycling without the heavy crowds found in traditional seaside resorts. The beach itself is a mix of shingle and expansive sand that reveals itself at low tide, frequented mostly by locals and dog walkers. Practical life here is anchored by the small cluster of shops in the village centre and the presence of the Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway, which still runs its miniature steam locomotives through the local station. It is a place where the weather is felt keenly; the coastal winds characterize much of the year, but the openness of the geography offers some of the most impressive sunsets in the district.