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THANET GUIDE Margate, Broadstairs, Ramsgate and surrounding areas

Explore the best of 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 Margate, Broadstairs, 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

Funpark

One of the UK's largest travelling theme parks.

Sat 6th - Sun 21st June

Children's Rides, Dodgems, Extreme, Freak Out, Froggit, Jet Force, Super Star, Super Trooper, Twister, Waltzer.

Wristband entry only. Non-riding under 2’s enter free.

Weekdays: 5-9pm

Weekends: 1-9pm

Father's Day

A day to celebrate and honour fathers and father figures.

Mon 15th June

Beer Day Britain

Nationwide Cheers to Beer at 7pm..

Mon 15th June

June 15th is significant because it's also the date Magna Carta was sealed in 1215. The great charter mentions ale in Article 35.

Skagate

Live music

Fri 3rd & Sat 4th July

Dakka Skanks, Rookie Numbers, Cian Downing, Madame Claude, Lucca Mae, Ska Shack DJs.

14+ Under 18 with adult

Ibiza Orchestra Experience

26-piece orchestra will be performing some of the greatest hits from the famous white isle

Fri 17th July

Ibiza anthems, White Isle classics, silent disco, DJs and live MCs, laser show, pyrotechnics and fire breathers.

Sausage and Cider Festival

Sat 18th July

Family-friendly festival at Quex Park with music, sausages and cider.

Summer in Nashville

Country music festival

Sun 19th July

Line dancing, American BBQ & street food, rodeo bull rides, country fancy dress, axe throwing, tin can alley, cowboy hats.

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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