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THANET GUIDE Broadstairs, Margate, Ramsgate and surrounding areas

Discover Thanet with this detailed local guide to over 2,000 locations!

Things to do
Activities and attractions and places to visit in Thanet.
Places of Interest
Places of interest and things to see in Thanet.
Beaches
Beautiful chalk cliff bays and sandy beaches.
Thanet Eats
Great sea-views, award-winning cuisine, and local fresh produce.
Thanet Drinks
Thanet's great local pubs, micro-breweries, bars and cafés.
Accommodation
Hotels, Bed and Breakfast, Guest Houses and Holiday Parks.

From breathtaking beaches and top attractions to exciting activities and hidden gems, there's plenty to discover. Plus, find all the best places to eat, drink, and stay in Broadstairs, Margate, Ramsgate and beyond.

Birchington

Birchington is a delightful village on the Isle of Thanet in Kent.

Broadstairs

Broadstairs is a charming seaside town on the Kent coast. Known as the Jewel in Thanet’s crown.

Margate

If you're looking for a quintessentially British seaside town with plenty of activities to keep you busy, Margate is a great option.

Ramsgate

Ramsgate is a charming seaside town located in Thanet, Kent, and is a popular destination for tourists seeking a relaxing coastal holiday.

Westgate-on-Sea

Westgate-on-Sea is a charming seaside town located on the north-east coast of Thanet, Kent.
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Thanet, in the south-east of England, is a bit of a hidden gem. With its stunning coastlines, the area is rich in history and natural beauty. It's known for its charming towns, each offering a unique blend of cultural heritage and modern vibrancy. It’s a place where the past and present blend seamlessly, making it a fascinating spot for history buffs, artists and beach lovers. Enjoying a maritime climate, Thanet generally has mild winters and warm, dry summers.

Thanet has an area of approximately 103 km² (40 sq mi) and a population of around 141,000. Now part of mainland Kent, The Isle of Thanet is a peninsula which was once a true island. Mentioned as Tonetic (Toliatis) in AD 150, Thanet was separated from the mainland by a broad waterway, the Wantsum Channel, up to 2 miles wide and 10 miles long.

What's On in Thanet

Current and upcoming events around Thanet

Halloween Fest

Sat 24th - Sat 31st October

Halloween Evenings at Quex Park

Pumpkin Village with delicious street food, warming drinks, and seasonal treats. Maze Scare Trail through a corn maze with surprises! Live music, pumpkin picking, photo stops, street food and drinks.

October 24th, 30th & 31st

Halloween

Sat 31st October

The spookiest time of the year

Discover the ghostly goings-on and spooky stories tied to places in Thanet.

Quex Park Fireworks

Thu 5th November

Family event

Fireworks, bonfires, music, fire performers and children’s entertainment.

Guy Fawkes Day

Thu 5th November

AKA Bonfire Night or Fireworks Night

Historically celebrated to commemorate the defeat of the Gunpowder Plot of 1605.

Traditionally marked with bonfires, fireworks and sparklers.

Remembrance Sunday

Sun 8th November

Marked in the UK by 2 minutes silence at 11am

Poppies are worn as a symbol of both Remembrance and hope for a peaceful future.

Armistice Day

Wed 11th November

Marked in the UK by 2 minutes silence at 11am

WWI hostilities ended on the 11thhour of the 11th day of the 11th month 1918.

The Local Comedy Club Night Out

Fri 20th November

Live comedy night

Lee Hurst hosted comedy night.

18+

Thanet is 1 hr 30 mins from London on Southeastern trains from St. Pancras International, an 1 hour 30 mins to 2 hours from London Victoria, and just under 2 hours from London Bridge or London Cannon Street stations.

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