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THANET GUIDE Margate, Broadstairs, Ramsgate and surrounding areas

Explore the best of Thanet with this detailed 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

Tap Takeover

Pouring the finest independent breweries all weekend.

Fri 17th - Sun 19th April

Enjoy great beers all across Margate.

Pick up a map / beer bingo card from any of the participating venues & get a stamp for each beer bought for a chance to win in a prize draw.

18+

Funk and Soul Done Right.

Margate Soul Weekender celebrates 25 years with a special DJ set from Craig Charles at the Drill Shed.

Sat 18th April

Craig Charles brings his high-energy DJ set to Margate, blending soul, funk, disco, house and rare groove.

Doors open 9pm

18+

St. George's Day Spring Parade

Enjoy the spectacular St. George's Day Spring Parade in Ramsgate

Sun 19th April

"...expect dragons, knights, Jack and Jill in the Green, spring flowers, funky beats and lots of fun".

Church service 11am, parade from 12:30.

Earth Day

Our Power, Our Planet

Wed 22nd April

Birchington Garden & Food Fair

Food activities, talks and stalls

Sat 25th April

Wood carving, plant sales, tombola, an Ask the Expert gazebo, food and other stalls.

10:30 am - 3:30 pm

Free admission

The Malle Beach Race

The inappropriate motorcycle beach race

Fri 8th - Sun 10th May

Custom, classic, electric and off-road motorcycles race head-to-head on the beautiful Margate Main Sands.

Kent Tribfest

Weekend family tribute festival

Fri 22nd - Sun 24th May

Great for families. Live music, fun fair, camping, food and drink.

Lovebox

Lovebox x Dreamland

Fri 29th & Sat 30th May

Armand Van Helden, Groove Armada DJ set, Girls Don't Sync, DJ EZ, David Rodigan, Mike Skinner, 4AM KRU, Goldie, Special Request, Hot Blood, Emily Rawson, Jaw-G, Abbie Neill.

Scissor Sisters, Friendly Fires, Soul II Soul, Jayda G, Dan Shake, Horse Meat Disco, Storm Mollison, Dance Dance Dance, Hot Blood, Hun's N' Roses, Ni Gel, Bee Onyett.

Scenic stage (outdoor) and Hall By The Sea (indoor).

18+

Thanet is under 2 hours from London. Southeastern trains run from St. Pancras International and London Victoria.

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