Guide to Margate

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Guide to Margate

Art & Culture

Since Turner Contemporary opened its doors in Margate in 2011, it has been a place for artistic exploration and discovery. Built on the site of the boarding house where JMW Turner stayed during his visits to Margate, the gallery is inspired by the life and work of the celebrated artist, who found inspiration in the town’s skies and light and believed in the power of art as an agent for change. Visitors to Turner Contemporary can enjoy the latest art exhibition, take part in tours or activities, or simply sit and relax in the café while enjoying views of the harbour. The shop features artworks, limited edition prints and specially commissioned clothing and objects by leading contemporary artists and designers. Turner Contemporary is in Margate on the Kent Coast at Rendezvous, CT9 1HG
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Turner Contemporary
Rendezvous
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Since Turner Contemporary opened its doors in Margate in 2011, it has been a place for artistic exploration and discovery. Built on the site of the boarding house where JMW Turner stayed during his visits to Margate, the gallery is inspired by the life and work of the celebrated artist, who found inspiration in the town’s skies and light and believed in the power of art as an agent for change. Visitors to Turner Contemporary can enjoy the latest art exhibition, take part in tours or activities, or simply sit and relax in the café while enjoying views of the harbour. The shop features artworks, limited edition prints and specially commissioned clothing and objects by leading contemporary artists and designers. Turner Contemporary is in Margate on the Kent Coast at Rendezvous, CT9 1HG
Artist led exhibition space and studios tucked behind Margate's high street. www.cratespace.co.uk
CRATE Studio and Project Space
1 Bilton Square
Artist led exhibition space and studios tucked behind Margate's high street. www.cratespace.co.uk
The 18th century theatre is England's second oldest provincial theatre. They have a wide variety of performances and the panto is a must. www.theatreroyalmargate.com
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Theatre Royal Margate
Addington Street
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The 18th century theatre is England's second oldest provincial theatre. They have a wide variety of performances and the panto is a must. www.theatreroyalmargate.com
Just up the road in Cliftonville the Tom Thumb is England's second smallest theatre. It's one of our favourite and most exciting venues. We had our wedding party there, so it's got a special place in our hearts!Eastern Esplanade, Cliftonville, CT9 2LB Tel. 01843 221791 www.tomthumbtheatre.co.uk
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Tom Thumb Theatre
2A Eastern Esplanade
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Just up the road in Cliftonville the Tom Thumb is England's second smallest theatre. It's one of our favourite and most exciting venues. We had our wedding party there, so it's got a special place in our hearts!Eastern Esplanade, Cliftonville, CT9 2LB Tel. 01843 221791 www.tomthumbtheatre.co.uk
The Margate Arts Club is a pure joyful queer-run, LGBTQIA+ femme-focused, anti-racist, intersectional, community organisation. We encourage freedom of expression, dressing up, costumes, fun times and hot, sweaty dancing. We are home to a number of regular dance events, including Cockles and Muscles, CAMP, Fast Fashion and DANCE DANCE DANCE. We host regular cabaret nights such as Scratch and Sniff and Is a Drag. We also host socials, gatherings, experimental music nights and a whole host of other community-focused projects.
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Margate Arts Club
276 Northdown Rd
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The Margate Arts Club is a pure joyful queer-run, LGBTQIA+ femme-focused, anti-racist, intersectional, community organisation. We encourage freedom of expression, dressing up, costumes, fun times and hot, sweaty dancing. We are home to a number of regular dance events, including Cockles and Muscles, CAMP, Fast Fashion and DANCE DANCE DANCE. We host regular cabaret nights such as Scratch and Sniff and Is a Drag. We also host socials, gatherings, experimental music nights and a whole host of other community-focused projects.
The Carl Freedman Gallery in Margate is housed inside the former Thanet Press building, previously a 1960s commercial establishment, spanning 10,000 square foot. The conversion includes three gallery spaces on the lower floor which are open to the public during exhibitions. The Gallery, once based in London’s East End, takes full advantage of the opportunities the new space provides. Future programmes will include large-scale solo presentations of their artists as well as more expansive curated shows; see website for exhibition details. The gallery is a short walk from Margate train station. Admission is free to all visitors.
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Carl Freedman Gallery
28 Union Cres
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The Carl Freedman Gallery in Margate is housed inside the former Thanet Press building, previously a 1960s commercial establishment, spanning 10,000 square foot. The conversion includes three gallery spaces on the lower floor which are open to the public during exhibitions. The Gallery, once based in London’s East End, takes full advantage of the opportunities the new space provides. Future programmes will include large-scale solo presentations of their artists as well as more expansive curated shows; see website for exhibition details. The gallery is a short walk from Margate train station. Admission is free to all visitors.
A unique exhibition space in Margate Old Town, specializing in a broad range of weekly exhibitions. Visit their website to see what exhibition is currently showing and for studio and pop-up events. The Gallery is hired for exhibitions and events on a weekly basis so there is a changing programme.
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Pie Factory Margate
5 Broad St
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A unique exhibition space in Margate Old Town, specializing in a broad range of weekly exhibitions. Visit their website to see what exhibition is currently showing and for studio and pop-up events. The Gallery is hired for exhibitions and events on a weekly basis so there is a changing programme.
CAMP is a new queer bar and community space on Northdown Road. Here you’ll find everything, from drag shows and comedy shows to pub quizzes and book clubs. Address: 125 Northdown Road, Margate CT92QY Opening Hours Thursday & Friday 6pm-11pm Saturday 2pm-11pm Sunday 5pm-10pm
CAMP
CAMP is a new queer bar and community space on Northdown Road. Here you’ll find everything, from drag shows and comedy shows to pub quizzes and book clubs. Address: 125 Northdown Road, Margate CT92QY Opening Hours Thursday & Friday 6pm-11pm Saturday 2pm-11pm Sunday 5pm-10pm

Sightseeing

An eccentric and fascinating museum built by the Victorian adventurer Major Powell Cotton, who created a unique collection from his extensive travels across the globe. Set in a stately home with grounds and gardens to explore. www.quexmuseum.org
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Powell-Cotton Museum
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An eccentric and fascinating museum built by the Victorian adventurer Major Powell Cotton, who created a unique collection from his extensive travels across the globe. Set in a stately home with grounds and gardens to explore. www.quexmuseum.org
One of the UK’s oldest surviving amusement parks, Dreamland Margate is a world-class visitor attraction that offers families and friends all the fun of the festival. With pop-up entertainment, live music and vintage and thrill rides, street food and several eclectic bars and restaurants – all set against the scenic backdrop of Margate’s golden sands. Able to host large 15,000-capacity outdoor events alongside more intimate gigs in the iconic ‘Hall by the Sea’ venue, Dreamland has a full event programme as well as a year-round amusement arcade, retro roller disco and children’s soft play area. 49-51 Marine Terrace, Margate CT9 1XJ Tel 01843 295887 www.dreamland.co.uk
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Dreamland
Marine Terrace
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One of the UK’s oldest surviving amusement parks, Dreamland Margate is a world-class visitor attraction that offers families and friends all the fun of the festival. With pop-up entertainment, live music and vintage and thrill rides, street food and several eclectic bars and restaurants – all set against the scenic backdrop of Margate’s golden sands. Able to host large 15,000-capacity outdoor events alongside more intimate gigs in the iconic ‘Hall by the Sea’ venue, Dreamland has a full event programme as well as a year-round amusement arcade, retro roller disco and children’s soft play area. 49-51 Marine Terrace, Margate CT9 1XJ Tel 01843 295887 www.dreamland.co.uk
Margate's wonderfully mysterious and amazing underground tunnels lined with over 4 million shells. It's one of the wonders of the world, right here in Margate and is a Grade I listed monument. You can't come to Margate and not visit The Shell Grotto! 31 Grotto Hill, Margate, CT9 2BU Tel 01843 220008 www.shellgrotto.co.uk
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Gruta de Shell
33 Grotto Hill
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Margate's wonderfully mysterious and amazing underground tunnels lined with over 4 million shells. It's one of the wonders of the world, right here in Margate and is a Grade I listed monument. You can't come to Margate and not visit The Shell Grotto! 31 Grotto Hill, Margate, CT9 2BU Tel 01843 220008 www.shellgrotto.co.uk
Originally opened to the public in 1863, the Margate Caves reopen for the next generation of explorers on Thursday 22nd August 2019. Over the last eight years The Margate Caves Community Education Trust (TMCCET) and the Friends of Margate Caves have been working to restore the Caves to their former glory and build a brand new Visitor Centre on the previously abandoned site. www.margatecaves.co.uk/
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Margate Caves
1 Northdown Rd
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Originally opened to the public in 1863, the Margate Caves reopen for the next generation of explorers on Thursday 22nd August 2019. Over the last eight years The Margate Caves Community Education Trust (TMCCET) and the Friends of Margate Caves have been working to restore the Caves to their former glory and build a brand new Visitor Centre on the previously abandoned site. www.margatecaves.co.uk/
Aviation museum housing historic planes from the Second World War, plus memorabilia & a cafe. Address: Manston Rd, Manston, Ramsgate CT12 5DF The Museum is open. Monday - Closed (open Bank Holiday Mondays) Tuesday - Sunday 10.00am - 5.00pm
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Museo Conmemorativo Spitfire & Hurricane
Manston Road
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Aviation museum housing historic planes from the Second World War, plus memorabilia & a cafe. Address: Manston Rd, Manston, Ramsgate CT12 5DF The Museum is open. Monday - Closed (open Bank Holiday Mondays) Tuesday - Sunday 10.00am - 5.00pm
The Margate Museum is housed in a Grade II listed building over two floors. Formerly the Magistrates Court and Police cells, the museum opened in the nineties with a dedicated volunteer team maintaining and presenting a unique collection of Margate´s history including that of the Borough Police from 1857, sea bathing and bathing machines, the 1815 arrival of Paddle Steamers, Cobbs Brewery and Bank. Opening hours areSaturday, Sunday and Bank Holidays 11am to 3pm (last entry 2.15pm) £2.00 entry fee - free for under 16s £1.50 for seniors
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Margate Museum
Market Place
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The Margate Museum is housed in a Grade II listed building over two floors. Formerly the Magistrates Court and Police cells, the museum opened in the nineties with a dedicated volunteer team maintaining and presenting a unique collection of Margate´s history including that of the Borough Police from 1857, sea bathing and bathing machines, the 1815 arrival of Paddle Steamers, Cobbs Brewery and Bank. Opening hours areSaturday, Sunday and Bank Holidays 11am to 3pm (last entry 2.15pm) £2.00 entry fee - free for under 16s £1.50 for seniors
Visit the award winning Crab Museum and discover the secrets of these remarkable animals, from the forgotten story of the giant Margate crab to what the extinct Sooty Crayfish has in common with fidget spinners.
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Crab Museum
9 Broad St
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Visit the award winning Crab Museum and discover the secrets of these remarkable animals, from the forgotten story of the giant Margate crab to what the extinct Sooty Crayfish has in common with fidget spinners.
Follow the Thanet Coastal Path, also known as the Viking Coastal Trail, to walk across the cliffs from Margate to Broadstairs and Ramsgate.
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Viking Coastal Trail
Station Approach
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Follow the Thanet Coastal Path, also known as the Viking Coastal Trail, to walk across the cliffs from Margate to Broadstairs and Ramsgate.

Food scene

Fantastic southern Italian food in the heart of Margate's Old Town, Simona and Harry have created a wonderfully special place. Booking essential. 2-4 Broad Street, Margate, CT9 1EW www.bottegacaruso.com
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Bottega Caruso
2-4 Broad St
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Fantastic southern Italian food in the heart of Margate's Old Town, Simona and Harry have created a wonderfully special place. Booking essential. 2-4 Broad Street, Margate, CT9 1EW www.bottegacaruso.com
Great coffee and a great simple and delicious food menu from this day time cafe perching above metal steps above Union that is home to a range of studios. www.curveroasters.co.uk/storeroom
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Curve Roasters Storeroom
12 Union Row
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Great coffee and a great simple and delicious food menu from this day time cafe perching above metal steps above Union that is home to a range of studios. www.curveroasters.co.uk/storeroom
Seafront location in a relaxed bar setting, with massive windows overlooking out to sea. Great wood-fired thin based pizzas. 14 Marine Drive, Margate http://greatbritishpizza.com/
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GB Pizza Co
14a Marine Dr
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Seafront location in a relaxed bar setting, with massive windows overlooking out to sea. Great wood-fired thin based pizzas. 14 Marine Drive, Margate http://greatbritishpizza.com/
Based in the heart of the Old Town, The Greedy Cow is on two floors. Light bites and Pete's famous burgers, salads and towering sandwiches. 3 Market Place, Margate, CT9 1ER http://www.thegreedycow.com
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The Greedy Cow Cafe
3 Market Pl
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Based in the heart of the Old Town, The Greedy Cow is on two floors. Light bites and Pete's famous burgers, salads and towering sandwiches. 3 Market Place, Margate, CT9 1ER http://www.thegreedycow.com
One of our favourite places to eat. A double-decker London bus converted into a cafe. Serving the freshest, tastiest street-food. Our regular order is the pulled chicken peri peri wrap which has broccoli slaw and other goodness. Now in a stunning seafront location near the Nayland Rock Hotel. Royal Crescent Promenade, Margate, CT9 www.thebuscafe.co.uk/
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The Bus Café
Royal Crescent Promenade
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One of our favourite places to eat. A double-decker London bus converted into a cafe. Serving the freshest, tastiest street-food. Our regular order is the pulled chicken peri peri wrap which has broccoli slaw and other goodness. Now in a stunning seafront location near the Nayland Rock Hotel. Royal Crescent Promenade, Margate, CT9 www.thebuscafe.co.uk/
Mullins deserves its rating as one of the best restaurants in Margate. The food is excellent and really well spiced ie tasty but not overwhelming. The restaurant has a lovely laid back atmosphere.Euro-Jamaican fusion. www.mullinsbrasserie.co.uk/
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Mullins Brasserie
6 Market Pl
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Mullins deserves its rating as one of the best restaurants in Margate. The food is excellent and really well spiced ie tasty but not overwhelming. The restaurant has a lovely laid back atmosphere.Euro-Jamaican fusion. www.mullinsbrasserie.co.uk/
Unlike sister restaurant Dory’s, which welcomes walk-ins only, reservations are key at Angela’s. The proud holder of one of the UK’s first ever green Michelin stars, this small seafood restaurant just off the promenade puts provenance front and centre, meaning you are only ever going to find seasonal, sustainable and wherever possible local fish gracing its changing, daily blackboard. Led by chef Rob Cooper, the team is friendly and unfussy, just like the beautifully cooked plates they serve: think grilled squid with garlic aioli, red mullet with roasted peppers and aubergine, and whole Dover sole served with cockles in a golden, buttery pool of deliciousness. Eating here feels like a celebration of the British seaside, and of the potential to eat well without destroying the planet in the process – an ethos Angela’s carries throughout, from its stylish bottle-green tabletops made from compressed plastic to Carly Breame’s ceramic dishes, themselves made from fish by-products. Address: Angela's, 21 The Parade, Margate, CT9 1EX
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Angela's
21 The Parade
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Unlike sister restaurant Dory’s, which welcomes walk-ins only, reservations are key at Angela’s. The proud holder of one of the UK’s first ever green Michelin stars, this small seafood restaurant just off the promenade puts provenance front and centre, meaning you are only ever going to find seasonal, sustainable and wherever possible local fish gracing its changing, daily blackboard. Led by chef Rob Cooper, the team is friendly and unfussy, just like the beautifully cooked plates they serve: think grilled squid with garlic aioli, red mullet with roasted peppers and aubergine, and whole Dover sole served with cockles in a golden, buttery pool of deliciousness. Eating here feels like a celebration of the British seaside, and of the potential to eat well without destroying the planet in the process – an ethos Angela’s carries throughout, from its stylish bottle-green tabletops made from compressed plastic to Carly Breame’s ceramic dishes, themselves made from fish by-products. Address: Angela's, 21 The Parade, Margate, CT9 1EX
Designed by Banjo & Paul from Alan Carrs Interior Design Masters on BBC One, our café is a great place to meet to plan projects, break for lunch, enjoy dinner and drinks or unwind after a productive day in our studios. We also offer a takeaway service and cater for in-house events. Don’t miss our famous #bestroastonthecoast or select dishes from our Tex-Mex and Carib fusion menu – all made with locally sourced ingredients and oozing with flavour.
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Olby's Soul Cafe & Music Rooms
3-5 King St
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Designed by Banjo & Paul from Alan Carrs Interior Design Masters on BBC One, our café is a great place to meet to plan projects, break for lunch, enjoy dinner and drinks or unwind after a productive day in our studios. We also offer a takeaway service and cater for in-house events. Don’t miss our famous #bestroastonthecoast or select dishes from our Tex-Mex and Carib fusion menu – all made with locally sourced ingredients and oozing with flavour.
Fabulous food and great atmosphere. Also reasonably priced for such large portions. Wine excellent too. A must for pizza or pasta
Olivo
20 Market Pl
Fabulous food and great atmosphere. Also reasonably priced for such large portions. Wine excellent too. A must for pizza or pasta
Excellent pub two minutes down the hill from 3 Trinity Square. A perfect place to wind away a Sunday afternoon over a wholesome lunch
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The George & Heart Bar
44 King St
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Excellent pub two minutes down the hill from 3 Trinity Square. A perfect place to wind away a Sunday afternoon over a wholesome lunch
Another excellent pub, just around the corner from 3 Trinity Square. This hidden gem offers a unique drinking and dining experience. The historic pub, which dates back to the early 1800s, recently underwent a stylish refurbishment, while retaining its original features. It now boasts an eclectic décor including original pieces by artist Rose Blake.
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The Rose in June
49-50 Trinity Square
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Another excellent pub, just around the corner from 3 Trinity Square. This hidden gem offers a unique drinking and dining experience. The historic pub, which dates back to the early 1800s, recently underwent a stylish refurbishment, while retaining its original features. It now boasts an eclectic décor including original pieces by artist Rose Blake.
If Margate is nicknamed Shoreditch-on-Sea, then it was only a matter of time before East London itself came a-calling. In this case, Sargasso is the seaside sibling of Brawn, Ed Wilson and Josie Stead’s love letter to the Mediterranean located on Colombia Road in Bethnal Green. However, while Sargasso does borrow some of Brawn’s best bites, it also takes full advantage of its location on Margate’s Harbour Arm, serving up local crab gazpacho with egg and chives in the summer and swapping to heartier plates like mussels with fregola, tomato and aioli when the cooler weather arrives. The narrow interior – featuring open brickwork and a long bar – means full view of the artistry in the kitchen, but the best spot is by a window where, if you time it right, you can watch the tide draw in. Address: Sargasso, Stone Pier, Margate CT9 1AP
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SARGASSO
Stone Pier
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If Margate is nicknamed Shoreditch-on-Sea, then it was only a matter of time before East London itself came a-calling. In this case, Sargasso is the seaside sibling of Brawn, Ed Wilson and Josie Stead’s love letter to the Mediterranean located on Colombia Road in Bethnal Green. However, while Sargasso does borrow some of Brawn’s best bites, it also takes full advantage of its location on Margate’s Harbour Arm, serving up local crab gazpacho with egg and chives in the summer and swapping to heartier plates like mussels with fregola, tomato and aioli when the cooler weather arrives. The narrow interior – featuring open brickwork and a long bar – means full view of the artistry in the kitchen, but the best spot is by a window where, if you time it right, you can watch the tide draw in. Address: Sargasso, Stone Pier, Margate CT9 1AP
Wonderful drinks and deli provisions, to enjoy in or to take-away. Open seven days a week, enjoy breathtaking sea views looking out over Margate Beach. Serving cheese, charcuterie & vegan platters alongside our wonderful drinks all day. With seating across two floors, they have an upstairs space available for private hire. Walk-ins are always welcome, you can book a table by emailing. The Off-license is entered via our Margate High Street entrance. Stocking a range of over 120 natural wines, 60 craft beers, seasonal cocktails, farmhouse cheeses and the finest charcuterie. Little Swift is a dog friendly venue and children are most welcome."
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Little Swift
7-8 Marine Dr
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Wonderful drinks and deli provisions, to enjoy in or to take-away. Open seven days a week, enjoy breathtaking sea views looking out over Margate Beach. Serving cheese, charcuterie & vegan platters alongside our wonderful drinks all day. With seating across two floors, they have an upstairs space available for private hire. Walk-ins are always welcome, you can book a table by emailing. The Off-license is entered via our Margate High Street entrance. Stocking a range of over 120 natural wines, 60 craft beers, seasonal cocktails, farmhouse cheeses and the finest charcuterie. Little Swift is a dog friendly venue and children are most welcome."
Vikram Mertia never set out to open a restaurant, but Cliftonville locals are very glad he did. A natural wine enthusiast, Mertia started out importing wines and sharing them with locals at a pop-up bar in Ealing before taking the plunge and moving to Margate in 2022. Streets is where he serves those wines, alongside Indian small plates – a tribute to the streetfood vendors he ate from growing up in India, where his father’s job in the military saw his family travelling all over the country. That eclectic mix of regional flavours is evident in the changing menu, which might offer chana aloo or smoked tarka daal alongside twists on classics like whitebait rassa or ember-baked beetroot sabzi. The kitchen is currently helmed by local favourite Julian Brown, whose passion for foraging and fermentation guarantees complex flavours with plenty of bite. Opening hours Wed- Sat 5pm - 11pm (Kitchen: 6pm - 9:30pm) Sun: 4pm - 9pm (5pm - Closing) Dogs allowed Address: Streets, Unit 2, 220, 228 Northdown Rd, Cliftonville, Margate CT9 2RP
STREETS Margate
Vikram Mertia never set out to open a restaurant, but Cliftonville locals are very glad he did. A natural wine enthusiast, Mertia started out importing wines and sharing them with locals at a pop-up bar in Ealing before taking the plunge and moving to Margate in 2022. Streets is where he serves those wines, alongside Indian small plates – a tribute to the streetfood vendors he ate from growing up in India, where his father’s job in the military saw his family travelling all over the country. That eclectic mix of regional flavours is evident in the changing menu, which might offer chana aloo or smoked tarka daal alongside twists on classics like whitebait rassa or ember-baked beetroot sabzi. The kitchen is currently helmed by local favourite Julian Brown, whose passion for foraging and fermentation guarantees complex flavours with plenty of bite. Opening hours Wed- Sat 5pm - 11pm (Kitchen: 6pm - 9:30pm) Sun: 4pm - 9pm (5pm - Closing) Dogs allowed Address: Streets, Unit 2, 220, 228 Northdown Rd, Cliftonville, Margate CT9 2RP
The younger sibling of Angela’s, Margate’s renowned fish restaurant, Dory’s is a walk-ins-only seafood bar where locals chance their arm for a table and happily wait on the beach steps opposite for their turn. The changing daily menu of small plates keeps things as seasonal and fresh as they get: think silky crab tart with melt-in-the-mouth shortcrust pastry and bearnaise sauce, house-marinated sardines with roasted red peppers and raw bass with earthy beetroot and salty capers. The wine list is just as considered, celebrating the best of English wines Address: Dory's, 24 High Street, Margate, CT9 1DS
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Dorys
24 High St
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The younger sibling of Angela’s, Margate’s renowned fish restaurant, Dory’s is a walk-ins-only seafood bar where locals chance their arm for a table and happily wait on the beach steps opposite for their turn. The changing daily menu of small plates keeps things as seasonal and fresh as they get: think silky crab tart with melt-in-the-mouth shortcrust pastry and bearnaise sauce, house-marinated sardines with roasted red peppers and raw bass with earthy beetroot and salty capers. The wine list is just as considered, celebrating the best of English wines Address: Dory's, 24 High Street, Margate, CT9 1DS
A tapas restaurant that sits atop Cliftonville’s sea-facing Cliff Terrace. The brainchild of Jools Moore, the former head chef of Margate’s once glorious Winter Gardens, Lilie’s blends excellent traditional flavours with modern twists – think jamon croquetas with saffron aioli, green-lipped mussels with bechamel and breadcrumbs, and a seriously special tortilla de patata served with dill aioli, which arrives drizzled in a luminous parsley-infused oil. While Moore’s Spanish sister-in-law occasionally chastises him for his unconventional additions, locals are in no doubt that his tinkering only elevates the dishes, which also include tuna empanadillas, chorizo al vino and garlic-heavy chickpea salad. Named after Moore’s beloved grandmother, Lilie’s has a home-spun atmosphere, where airs and graces can be dropped in favour of good food, washed down with Galician cider or a beer from local microbrewery Xylo. Address: 3 Cliff Terrace, Cliftonville, Margate CT9 1RU
Lilie's Margate
A tapas restaurant that sits atop Cliftonville’s sea-facing Cliff Terrace. The brainchild of Jools Moore, the former head chef of Margate’s once glorious Winter Gardens, Lilie’s blends excellent traditional flavours with modern twists – think jamon croquetas with saffron aioli, green-lipped mussels with bechamel and breadcrumbs, and a seriously special tortilla de patata served with dill aioli, which arrives drizzled in a luminous parsley-infused oil. While Moore’s Spanish sister-in-law occasionally chastises him for his unconventional additions, locals are in no doubt that his tinkering only elevates the dishes, which also include tuna empanadillas, chorizo al vino and garlic-heavy chickpea salad. Named after Moore’s beloved grandmother, Lilie’s has a home-spun atmosphere, where airs and graces can be dropped in favour of good food, washed down with Galician cider or a beer from local microbrewery Xylo. Address: 3 Cliff Terrace, Cliftonville, Margate CT9 1RU
When Southern Californian native Benjamin Vorono found himself missing the tacos he had grown up with, he decided to try and replicate them in his adopted hometown. Offering outdoor table service, Dive sits on a scruffy but loveable spot on the town’s Harbour Arm – you’ll find it midway along the structure, with a kitchen measuring just a couple of metres. A flash of bubblegum pink paint and grass umbrellas are the only obvious markers, but you’ll know when Dive is open because it's never quiet – with just 30 covers demand from locals and visitors is high. The short menu reveals why: a crab tostada comes loaded with ancho brown crab sauce, sweet white meat, flecks of mixed herbs and crispy shallots, while the homemade tacos feature perfectly charred Swaledale bavette steak or spiced, flaky and locally landed white fish (hake or haddock, depending on the day’s catch). The drinks menu is similarly short and sweet, with the house-mix mezcal margarita (Verde Momento, Cointreau, fresh lime and a house rim) deliciously smoky. OPENING TIMES Thursday 5.30 - 9pm Friday 12 - 10pm Saturday 12 - 10pm Sunday 12 - 4 / until they sell out Address: Dive, Unit 6 Harbour Arm, Margate CT9 1AP
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DIVE - Tacos & Margaritas
Unit 6 Harbour Arm
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When Southern Californian native Benjamin Vorono found himself missing the tacos he had grown up with, he decided to try and replicate them in his adopted hometown. Offering outdoor table service, Dive sits on a scruffy but loveable spot on the town’s Harbour Arm – you’ll find it midway along the structure, with a kitchen measuring just a couple of metres. A flash of bubblegum pink paint and grass umbrellas are the only obvious markers, but you’ll know when Dive is open because it's never quiet – with just 30 covers demand from locals and visitors is high. The short menu reveals why: a crab tostada comes loaded with ancho brown crab sauce, sweet white meat, flecks of mixed herbs and crispy shallots, while the homemade tacos feature perfectly charred Swaledale bavette steak or spiced, flaky and locally landed white fish (hake or haddock, depending on the day’s catch). The drinks menu is similarly short and sweet, with the house-mix mezcal margarita (Verde Momento, Cointreau, fresh lime and a house rim) deliciously smoky. OPENING TIMES Thursday 5.30 - 9pm Friday 12 - 10pm Saturday 12 - 10pm Sunday 12 - 4 / until they sell out Address: Dive, Unit 6 Harbour Arm, Margate CT9 1AP
HIGH DIVE is the big sister of DIVE Offering bigger plates and bolder flavours, as well as indoor seating, Its own toilet!! and more space to experiment and play. HIGH DIVE - 121 Margate High Street
HIGH DIVE
HIGH DIVE is the big sister of DIVE Offering bigger plates and bolder flavours, as well as indoor seating, Its own toilet!! and more space to experiment and play. HIGH DIVE - 121 Margate High Street
Brought to Margate by three big names of the art world, Fort Road Hotel is as much a creative outlet as it is a place to eat and drink. The trio behind the operation is made up of co-founder of the Frieze fairs, Matthew Slotover, private residential developer Gabriel Chipperfield and artist, Tom Gidley. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Head Chef Daisy Cecil has worked with consultant Gioconda Scott to come up with a menu that has been inspired by early 20th century female food writers. The work of Isabella Beeton, Elizabeth David and Jane Grigson has been drawn on in combination with a larder of local ingredients to come up with a menu of timeless classics. Throughout the year the kitchen welcome chef residencies to keep the offering fresh and dynamic. Depending on the time of year, the main menu might start with chilled cucumber and fennel soup or pork terrine with pickled cherries before moving on to mains of clay baked trout with bay leaves and a lemon and parsley risotto with a dandelion salad. Pudding might be wild blackberry pancakes with geranium ice cream, a nice nod to the team’s interest in foraging much of what makes it to the menu. Below the restaurant is a subterranean mezzanine bar with a well curated cocktail list. Here you’ll find slings and spritzes as well as martinis, juleps and classic cocktails. The foraging theme is continued here by way of gins infused with things like sea vegetables, slow berries or wild fennel.
Fort Road Hotel
Brought to Margate by three big names of the art world, Fort Road Hotel is as much a creative outlet as it is a place to eat and drink. The trio behind the operation is made up of co-founder of the Frieze fairs, Matthew Slotover, private residential developer Gabriel Chipperfield and artist, Tom Gidley. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Head Chef Daisy Cecil has worked with consultant Gioconda Scott to come up with a menu that has been inspired by early 20th century female food writers. The work of Isabella Beeton, Elizabeth David and Jane Grigson has been drawn on in combination with a larder of local ingredients to come up with a menu of timeless classics. Throughout the year the kitchen welcome chef residencies to keep the offering fresh and dynamic. Depending on the time of year, the main menu might start with chilled cucumber and fennel soup or pork terrine with pickled cherries before moving on to mains of clay baked trout with bay leaves and a lemon and parsley risotto with a dandelion salad. Pudding might be wild blackberry pancakes with geranium ice cream, a nice nod to the team’s interest in foraging much of what makes it to the menu. Below the restaurant is a subterranean mezzanine bar with a well curated cocktail list. Here you’ll find slings and spritzes as well as martinis, juleps and classic cocktails. The foraging theme is continued here by way of gins infused with things like sea vegetables, slow berries or wild fennel.
Named after a city in the southeast of France, Sète a cosy wine bar up front and a chic dining space at the back. The seasonal menu focuses on modern European cooking with a heavy French influence, highlighting the best produce Kent has to offer. Wine is certainly at it's heart, with an ever evolving list that highlights old world classics, accessible natural wines, female winemakers and exciting next generation vintners. they also serve a seasonally changing list of wine on tap and host private tastings. Behind Sète is Natalia Ribbe who has worked across restaurants in Vienna, NYC and London, as well as the founder of the female collective; L.O.R. In the kitchen is Head Chef Billy Stock formally from The Rose Inn in Wickembraux, St. John, The Marksman and Rochelle at the ICA to name a few.
Sète
Named after a city in the southeast of France, Sète a cosy wine bar up front and a chic dining space at the back. The seasonal menu focuses on modern European cooking with a heavy French influence, highlighting the best produce Kent has to offer. Wine is certainly at it's heart, with an ever evolving list that highlights old world classics, accessible natural wines, female winemakers and exciting next generation vintners. they also serve a seasonally changing list of wine on tap and host private tastings. Behind Sète is Natalia Ribbe who has worked across restaurants in Vienna, NYC and London, as well as the founder of the female collective; L.O.R. In the kitchen is Head Chef Billy Stock formally from The Rose Inn in Wickembraux, St. John, The Marksman and Rochelle at the ICA to name a few.

Nearby Supermarkets

These supermarkets are just a few minutes walk from the property
Zion Place, Margate, CT9 1RP (Exit house, turn right, turn left at junction with main road walk up the hill past Margate Caves, Aldi is on the left further up. Opening times; Mon to Sat 8:00am - 10:00pm Sun 10:00am – 4:00pm
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ALDI
Zion Place
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Zion Place, Margate, CT9 1RP (Exit house, turn right, turn left at junction with main road walk up the hill past Margate Caves, Aldi is on the left further up. Opening times; Mon to Sat 8:00am - 10:00pm Sun 10:00am – 4:00pm
16 Hawley St. Margate CT9 1PR (Exit house turn right, turn right at junction with main road, Morrisons is further down the road on the left. Opening times; Mon to Sat 8:00am - 8:00pm Sun 10:00 am - 4:00pm
Morrisons
16 Hawley St. Margate CT9 1PR (Exit house turn right, turn right at junction with main road, Morrisons is further down the road on the left. Opening times; Mon to Sat 8:00am - 8:00pm Sun 10:00 am - 4:00pm
Natural Food Store and Cafe. Local, organic and thoughtfully sourced. Everything in the shop and on the menu is always thoughtfully sourced, organic and local where possible, and totally natural. The café offerings are prepared on site from scratch by the fabulous team of wholefood-hearted cooks who are passionate about high vibe food!
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The Grain Grocer
216 Northdown Rd
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Natural Food Store and Cafe. Local, organic and thoughtfully sourced. Everything in the shop and on the menu is always thoughtfully sourced, organic and local where possible, and totally natural. The café offerings are prepared on site from scratch by the fabulous team of wholefood-hearted cooks who are passionate about high vibe food!

Shops & Vintage

True love came when Paul and Matt opened in Margate. We will fight to the death for most of their stock. We shouldn't really be telling you about it. But it's our all-time favourite vintage clothes shop. 7 King Street, Margate, CT9 1DD 01843 225 299 http://www.breuerdawson.com/
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Breuer & Dawson
7 King St
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True love came when Paul and Matt opened in Margate. We will fight to the death for most of their stock. We shouldn't really be telling you about it. But it's our all-time favourite vintage clothes shop. 7 King Street, Margate, CT9 1DD 01843 225 299 http://www.breuerdawson.com/
Ed and Kier brought this building back to life. It’s a cafe, yoga studio, second hand vinyl record shop and hair salon all in one. Home to Curve Roasters, and Stirling Hair. 172 Northdown Rd, Margate CT9 2QN http://www.cliffsmargate.com/
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Cliffs
172 Northdown Rd
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Ed and Kier brought this building back to life. It’s a cafe, yoga studio, second hand vinyl record shop and hair salon all in one. Home to Curve Roasters, and Stirling Hair. 172 Northdown Rd, Margate CT9 2QN http://www.cliffsmargate.com/
Natural fragrance and skin care brand based on the cliff top opposite the Lido. They now have a treatment room.18 Cliff Terrace, Margate CT9 1RU http://haeckels.co.uk/
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Haeckels
18 Cliff Terrace
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Natural fragrance and skin care brand based on the cliff top opposite the Lido. They now have a treatment room.18 Cliff Terrace, Margate CT9 1RU http://haeckels.co.uk/
Vintage clothes in Margate Old Town. High-end vintage, retro and designer fashion. 10 Broad Street, Margate https://www.depop.com/handsomefreaks
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Handsome Freaks
10 Broad St
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Vintage clothes in Margate Old Town. High-end vintage, retro and designer fashion. 10 Broad Street, Margate https://www.depop.com/handsomefreaks
In the basement of Scott's there is Junk Deluxe is dedicated to british 20th century vintage design. And on the same floor is 20th century Frocks, vintage clothing for guys and dolls from the 30s to the 80s run by Sarah Vickery from the Shell Grotto. Grotto Grotto Hill, Margate CT9 2BN www.junkdeluxe.co.uk
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Junk Deluxe
Bath Place
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In the basement of Scott's there is Junk Deluxe is dedicated to british 20th century vintage design. And on the same floor is 20th century Frocks, vintage clothing for guys and dolls from the 30s to the 80s run by Sarah Vickery from the Shell Grotto. Grotto Grotto Hill, Margate CT9 2BN www.junkdeluxe.co.uk
Located in an old warehouse that used to be an ice and bathing machine factory just up the road from the Shell Grotto, Scott's is a massive used furniture and curiosity emporium. They have everything from chandeliers and reclaimed screws to all types of antique furniture. Grotto Hill, Margate CT9 2BN 01843 220653 www.scottsmargate.co.uk
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Scott's Furniture Mart Margate
Bath Place
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Located in an old warehouse that used to be an ice and bathing machine factory just up the road from the Shell Grotto, Scott's is a massive used furniture and curiosity emporium. They have everything from chandeliers and reclaimed screws to all types of antique furniture. Grotto Hill, Margate CT9 2BN 01843 220653 www.scottsmargate.co.uk
Vintage furniture and other goodies all lovingly put together by Andrew Davies. 8 King Street, Margate, Kent, CT9 1DA Facebook Page
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Paraphernalia
Addington Street
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Vintage furniture and other goodies all lovingly put together by Andrew Davies. 8 King Street, Margate, Kent, CT9 1DA Facebook Page
Original design icons, from Eames to Starck, from Alessi to Fatboy. Fort Hill, Margate, CT9 1HD 01843 220088 http://www.papilloninteriors.co.uk/
Papillon Interiors
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Original design icons, from Eames to Starck, from Alessi to Fatboy. Fort Hill, Margate, CT9 1HD 01843 220088 http://www.papilloninteriors.co.uk/
Founded by Kristin Vicari and Nicolas Levant in early 2022, the passion at L'absurde is to combine vintage with contemporary homewares alongside truly unique original artworks to create an other worldly universe. Their belief that beautiful homeware and art should be accessible to all means that they strive to have a range of products for all budgets.
L' Absurde
Founded by Kristin Vicari and Nicolas Levant in early 2022, the passion at L'absurde is to combine vintage with contemporary homewares alongside truly unique original artworks to create an other worldly universe. Their belief that beautiful homeware and art should be accessible to all means that they strive to have a range of products for all budgets.
A covered market, located on the seafront opposite the Turner Gallery in a converted Cinema. There are lots of stalls and small shops spread over two floors, with the ground floor dominated by a cafe bar in a London Bus and some excellent food stalls selling fruit, fish, cheese and bread. Gina's Old Kent bakery is on the premises, so you can watch the Bakers at work, the smell of freshly baked goods is wonderful, it permeates through out the Market.
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The Old Kent Market
8 Fort Hill
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A covered market, located on the seafront opposite the Turner Gallery in a converted Cinema. There are lots of stalls and small shops spread over two floors, with the ground floor dominated by a cafe bar in a London Bus and some excellent food stalls selling fruit, fish, cheese and bread. Gina's Old Kent bakery is on the premises, so you can watch the Bakers at work, the smell of freshly baked goods is wonderful, it permeates through out the Market.

Further afield

Barnsole is a boutique Kent vineyard and winery, and a handful of passionate wine makers who strive to produce premium quality Kentish sparkling wines. Visitors are welcome to drop in for a free tasting without appointment.
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Barnsole Vineyard
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Barnsole is a boutique Kent vineyard and winery, and a handful of passionate wine makers who strive to produce premium quality Kentish sparkling wines. Visitors are welcome to drop in for a free tasting without appointment.
A boutique, natural vineyard making unique, award-winning wines and gin
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Terlingham Vineyard
Terlingham Lane
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A boutique, natural vineyard making unique, award-winning wines and gin
Accessible on the Margate Loop bus that stops near the Aldi supermarket just up the road from Trinity Square, Broadstairs is brim-full of nostalgic, old-world, seaside charm where sandy bays meet surf schools and fishermen's cottages meet Charles Dickens connections.
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Broadstairs station
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Accessible on the Margate Loop bus that stops near the Aldi supermarket just up the road from Trinity Square, Broadstairs is brim-full of nostalgic, old-world, seaside charm where sandy bays meet surf schools and fishermen's cottages meet Charles Dickens connections.
Also accessible via bus from Margate, Ramsgate is home to the only Royal Harbour in the UK – given this status by King George IV because he was so impressed with the hospitality he received when visiting this coastal town. With one of the warmest climates in the UK, there’s a distinct continental feel in the town. Visitors can soak up the cosmopolitan atmosphere in one of the many waterfront bars, cafes and restaurants and enjoy the beautiful architecture and the famous Harbour Arches with stunning views across the marina.
Ramsgate Beach
Also accessible via bus from Margate, Ramsgate is home to the only Royal Harbour in the UK – given this status by King George IV because he was so impressed with the hospitality he received when visiting this coastal town. With one of the warmest climates in the UK, there’s a distinct continental feel in the town. Visitors can soak up the cosmopolitan atmosphere in one of the many waterfront bars, cafes and restaurants and enjoy the beautiful architecture and the famous Harbour Arches with stunning views across the marina.
Set atop the white cliffs of Dover, Dover Castle is a medieval castle in Dover, Kent, England and is Grade I listed. It was founded in the 11th century and has been described as the "Key to England" due to its defensive significance throughout history. Some writers say it is the largest castle in England, a title also claimed by Windsor Castle
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Castillo de Dover
Castle Hill Road
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Set atop the white cliffs of Dover, Dover Castle is a medieval castle in Dover, Kent, England and is Grade I listed. It was founded in the 11th century and has been described as the "Key to England" due to its defensive significance throughout history. Some writers say it is the largest castle in England, a title also claimed by Windsor Castle
As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Canterbury Cathedral sits at the heart of English History. As an UNESCO World Heritage site, Canterbury Cathedral, the first cathedral in the UK,sits at the heart of English history. Home of the worldwide Anglican church, it dominates the city skyline. Its 72-metre-high main tower can be seen from miles around, while its pleasant green precinct occupies much of central Canterbury. Today, the cathedral sees modern-day pilgrims mix with tourists from around the globe. What many of them don’t realise is that there’s a church within the church: a small French protestant chapel lies in the cathedral’s crypt and hosts weekly services in French to this day. Choral Evensong is held at 5:30 pm on Monday. Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. The service runs for 40 minutes and well worth a visit.
Catedral de Canterbury
As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Canterbury Cathedral sits at the heart of English History. As an UNESCO World Heritage site, Canterbury Cathedral, the first cathedral in the UK,sits at the heart of English history. Home of the worldwide Anglican church, it dominates the city skyline. Its 72-metre-high main tower can be seen from miles around, while its pleasant green precinct occupies much of central Canterbury. Today, the cathedral sees modern-day pilgrims mix with tourists from around the globe. What many of them don’t realise is that there’s a church within the church: a small French protestant chapel lies in the cathedral’s crypt and hosts weekly services in French to this day. Choral Evensong is held at 5:30 pm on Monday. Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. The service runs for 40 minutes and well worth a visit.
Canterbury is famed for its splendid cathedral and atmospheric medieval streets. A lively and multinational student population adds a more youthful element, and no doubt helps to sustain a good selection of attractive pubs and a healthy café scene. The Great Stour River, which passes through various parts of the city, provides a scenic background – especially when complemented by charming old buildings and beautiful green spaces. More bustle is found on the city’s shopping streets, where the selection ranges from department stores in Whitefriars to independent artisan shops in the King’s Mile.
The King's Mile
Canterbury is famed for its splendid cathedral and atmospheric medieval streets. A lively and multinational student population adds a more youthful element, and no doubt helps to sustain a good selection of attractive pubs and a healthy café scene. The Great Stour River, which passes through various parts of the city, provides a scenic background – especially when complemented by charming old buildings and beautiful green spaces. More bustle is found on the city’s shopping streets, where the selection ranges from department stores in Whitefriars to independent artisan shops in the King’s Mile.