Event
Broadstairs Blues Bash
Free Blues music festival
Hundreds of events around the area, now in it's 18th year.
Explore the best of Thanet with this detailed guide!
From breathtaking beaches and top attractions to exciting activities and hidden gems, there's plenty to discover. Plus, find a complete list of the best places to eat, drink, and stay in Margate, Broadstairs, Ramsgate and beyond.
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.
Free Blues music festival
Hundreds of events around the area, now in it's 18th year.
Thanet is under 2 hours from London. Southeastern trains run from St. Pancras International and London Victoria.