Top 50 things to do and attractions in Folkestone

The Folkestone Harbour along with the Lighthouse is an iconic attraction for anyone visiting Folkestone. The place has a long history dating back in the 1900s. The photos along with the valuable information speaks a lot. The Harbour area was quite windy when we visited yesterday but Sun came out later and calmed the environment. There is an entertaining promenade with live music and food cafes along with good seating arrangements. A place worthy to visit in summer.

What an amazing place to spend a few hours (or maybe a full day). Absolutely loved what had been done with a disused railway station. There are some great bars eateries, offering exceptional views across the English Channel.

The harbour arm has been 'done up' and is very nice. There are lots of independent small market shops and places where you can eat and drink, a bit like Christmas Market huts. There is a big outdoor TV screen fir watching sports etc. Not sure whether all this is seasonal abd just maybe weekends out of season? But there are other places such as the very nice bar by the lighthouse, and a small brewery pub that I should imagine stays open more regularly. There is also a few fair rides. The views of folkestone are lovely from here too.

Enjoyed a lovely walk from Lower Leas car park along the promenade & boardwalk to the harbour arm. Here we stopped at the Champagne bar in the old lighthouse. Well worth a visit, nice cocktails and yummy charcuterie.

I adore Folkestone Harbour. The views are absolutely stunning, if you're visiting Folkestone, you simply cannot miss the Harbour Arm. Plenty of independent traders offering a great range of foods and drinks, there's truly something for everyone. Lots of different events and entertainment on throughout the year... I could go on and on!

My first visit to Folkstone to explore the colorful Artist Quarter. Lovely coffee shops open on a Sunday morning, already buzzing with people! Colours of painted shop fronts were joyful and welcoming as I walked down old High Street to the Harbour. Spectacular views east to fishing fleet and chalk cliffs. Beautiful tulips planted in a memorial garden. I loved this visit to Folkstone!

I visited Folkestone and found it to be a charming seaside town with a nice mix of history, coastal views, and places to relax — the harbor area is great for a stroll, and it’s a pleasant spot to enjoy the sea atmosphere.

Really lovely and informative place. Friendly and helpful staff who are incredibly knowledgeable about local history. Nice and family orientated with great workshops too!

Great little museum. Free but I recommend giving a donation. My photos were from one small area.

Clearly money has been spent to spruce it up Lots of cafes bars and art spots Harbour station now re done as base for fun fair rides with some cool spots to eat and drink

This place is really informative. Loved the clothing section and the sea exhibits. The open note on the drawers was such a fun touch, it kept the kids curious and guessing what might be inside.

Smashing little museum and information centre. Has several small but interesting collections including artwork and a very popular activity room.

Good, but not the most exciting place to visit. Took my son and he is autistic. He found it boring. And he can get excitement from watching rain.

A great museum, local history and some fun interactive bits for kids. It’s all well kept and I look forward to bringing my kids along to some of the free events one day. Amazed it’s not busier when I go. A haven in the middle of town.

Beautiful, unusual, fabulous park, you can enjoy a coffee and on a hot day eat ice cream, you can just walk in this beautiful park. If you haven't been there, you should visit it, it looks like some exotic place.

Absolutely spectacular! Speechless! ❤️ it was such nice weather, and the view was breathtaking. If you want a long walk, that's the place to go. My new favourite place.

A lovely path along the coast. It has a nice picnic area with a beautiful garden. It offers scenic views as the water peeks through the trees. Although, some of the steps were closed therefore you might find yourself walking a little further before you can find access to the top. We love the idea that you have options to walk right along the pebbles on the beach, or by the concrete path, or through the linear park lined with trees such as pines.

Well maintained park with a network of clearly marked footpaths, family friendly play areas and coastal views over the English Channel. Plenty of benches, toilet facilities and easy access from nearby paid parking areas make it a convenient green place to spend some time amongst green space. It's also accessible from the upper Leas via unusual landscaped cliff paths, with grottos built into the false Pulhamite "rock". The park leads out to a beach side promenade, passing brightly coloured beach huts and art installations before arriving at Folkestone Harbour, home to a striking modern apartment building and a selection of cafés and bars.

Fantastic place to visit. The beach is lovly and the water clear. Kids had the best time.

Clean and beautiful beach, playground for kids, Toilets, dog friendly

One of my favourite places. Beautiful view. Clean, no crowds.

Great public art and events

Born in dover lived near folkestone many childhood memorys great regeneration of the town nice place too go and walk round shops bars restaraunts stray traders etc

Fantastic artworks collection! Great staff too 👍

Always interesting . very helpful staff

A beautiful memorial to a sad time. The main part of the museum is basic but free. You can go outside and see the spitfires, aircraft pilot statue and memorial wall. I'd definitely recommend paying the small fee for "The scramble" which is a collection of information about the lead up to the battle of Britain and first hand stories. It also offers some dress up items and a simulator where you're a hurricane pilot. It also had a very moving film which is played every 30 minutes or so and everything else turns off, which I personally thought was great. Overall a great testament to those who gave their lives during that time. We also visited the shop, which was fairly priced and had some lovely things in. We paid a visit to the cafe, also reasonably priced, the cake was delicious and even though the weather was similar to a monsoon the views were beautiful.

Thoroughly enjoyed our visit here. Very thought provoking and ever grateful to the few. Easy car parking with cash at the machine or inside the visitor centre for cards. Nice cafe upstairs with stunning views, coffee wasn't the best I've tasted but the tea and cake were good and served by pleasant staff and all quite affordable. Easy to walk the grounds and join the coastal path east towards Dover should you wish.

Lovely memorial to all the very brave men who fought to protect their King and Country. There is one particular statue which is of a pilot looking out to sea,waiting for his friends to return, very sad, very poignant. There is nice visitors center. Plenty of parking. Free entry.

A beautiful tribute to pilots and aircrew who fought in the Battle of Britain. The Scramble Experience is well worth the small entry fee with lots of modern interactive displays and a basic flight simulator that is great fun. On site cafe is pretty good, gluten free cake available and a selection of non barista (i.e from a machine) drinks

Absolutely loved monument to the few, very beautiful. You only need ttickets for the scramble experience (we didn't do that). Lots of other things to see around the memorial, and with the right weather beautiful views, making the monument even more moving. Wonderful gift shop, with a lot of selection

I recently visited the Battle of Britain Memorial and really enjoyed it — the place is full of fascinating history about the fighter planes and the pilots, and the site itself offers beautiful views that make the visit both moving and memorable.

What a Great Memorial, dedicated to the brave fighter pilots, it's Free as well, unless you do the scramble experience, which was £7 an adult, which I highly recommend, dogs are welcome in the grounds, but not the building as there is a cafeteria in there, really glad we visited.

The lovely coffee shop has moved prior to the lift renovations.

Shows as closed but the building is open or at least the Caffè is open offering food and drinks, lovely little old charming building. Great.

Still waiting to be refurbished, work has started to clear vegetation.

Slight incline towards Sandgate fantastic views along the channel towards Dungeness at the end.

We went to folkestone to visit this as it states open all year but it was closed last week in the summer holidays! Shame and looks a bit run down too I'm assuming it's shut permantly

Very nice people's, good services

Although it's fenced off at the moment. Still was in awe of the amazing view

A nice sandy beach, with toilets available and a cafe. Also very close by you have ice cream, seafood and fish and chips. No parking near the beach but plenty of parking around with a small walk. Life guards during busy periods. What more do you want from a day at the beach.

Nice sunny beach but best to check tide levels and avoid going peak hours on weekends. Plenty of parking available then.

One of our favorite sandy beach to go to, have visited couple of times this summer. The vibes, not too much crowded which is best, calm and nice sandy beach to go with kids.

A beautiful day out but really struggled with finding parking for non-residents till we found the big car park by the Harbour. Stony beach and plenty of space for children to play and run around. A lovely sunny day so we managed to enjoy some dip in the clear blue water beach which was lovely. When it came time to have dinner most places in the food court had run out of fish and chicken so be sure to get there early so you’re not disappointed. There are a variety of food vendors so a mix of cuisine from traditional British to Korean, Mexican, American etc. Toilet facilities available by the beach and food court area which are clean.

Sandy Sands Beach has that perfect summer holiday vibe. The atmosphere is super chill, and the locals are friendly.

Visited here after seeing beautiful sands. Absolutely beautiful.

Amazing beach! However, it’s best to visit after 2.00 pm when the tide goes out, as it’s very crowded and space is limited before then. Allow extra time for parking — it’s chaotic to find a space and the fees are quite expensive.

First time in the Leas Cliff Hall. Old fashioned venue, but actually not bad at all. My home village would be very proud if they had such a location. The 007 music show was impressive.

Venue is really fun, staff are always polite and nice and helpful in every event. Really reccomend using the online parking form after the event if possible as the machines are quite slow to work.

Amazing show from Queenz at the Leas Cliff Hall in Folkestone. Great service from the venue, staff all very polite and a fun night to be had.

We went to see Alan Davies and have never been here before. Staff were super friendly, nothing was too much trouble, location was clean and everything very clearly laid out. Prices were more than reasonable and everything ran smoothly. Parking was clearly marked out and its a short walk to the location. If I had to fault anything is coming out was a bit chaotic but that's because everyone left at the same time and it was a bit squashed, however there is nothing they can do about that! We will 100% be back and so grateful we had such an amazing evening ❤️

Great theatre. Easy parking with a tunnel walkway that leads straight into the theatre! Snacks and drinks available in the cafe and there are several bar areas that open during the interval and if course, just before the show. The cafe only takes cards. Plenty of toilets and it is wheelchair accessible.

The leas cliff hall cafe is such a lovely place. The food is always fantastic in presentation and quality. The drinks are also perfect. The staff are so friendly and kind and they are always willing to help when they can.

Third time we've been to Leas Cliff Hall and every time has been a great night out.

Amazing food with a view. The fish and chips is amazing, huge portions, the tartar sauce and the mushy mint peas very delicious. The staff very friendly and the price is low for the quality you get. The view of the harbour is absolutely amazing even though it was low tide when we were there. Definitely will go again when in the area.

Lunch yesterday was (as usual) absolutely faultless! Food is a gastronomic delight - fish so fresh, it almost swims onto your plate and all served by friendly, polished and attentive staff. Warm and lively atmosphere and the setting is, even on a dull afternoon, breathtaking. Special mention to Lazlo, one of the restaurant managers, whose friendly and professional manner wouldn't be out of place in a London 5* restaurant. Thank you for making our day!

My family used to live in Folkestone about 8 years ago, and my parents went to Rocksalt a couple of times back then and found the service slow and unhelpful, and the food of mediocre quality. Returning last week, we found that not much had changed. We were greeted by a young server who showed us to our table and took our drinks order - she was pleasant, but did not know much about the drinks options (we later saw others with cocktails, though this was not an option given to us; she also wasn't aware of the spirits options). I don't blame her as she was clearly young and inexperienced, but her lack of training and knowledge reflects very badly on the restaurant, especially as she was the first face we saw. We were also placed at a table right next to the door, where a chilly breeze was blowing in, and despite the restaurant being half empty our request to be moved was denied (several tables remained empty until we left a couple hours later). This was baffling and did not set a great tone for the night. The presentation of the food was very prettily done, and the fish was very fresh, but for the prices, the dishes themselves are very average - nice enough, but nothing special or exciting. We had come to Rocksalt for my sister's birthday, but other than a "happy birthday" at the door, no effort was made to make the night feel special - no rapport with the staff, no recommendations of dishes. When the meal finally ended, they brought out a plate with "happy birthday" written in chocolate sauce and a single, tiny scoop of raspberry sorbet. They hadn't even bothered to add her name (or even ask for it), nor inquire at any point what sort of flavours she might like (she doesn't like raspberry and would've honestly preferred a simpler flavour like vanilla or chocolate). A very poor performance, considering the supposed calibre of the restaurant. Overall, disappointing but not surprising. I'm honestly astounded at how many good reviews this place has, considering that amongst Folkestone natives and locals it is regularly avoided.

My husband & I had a Sunday roast. I had belly of pork cooked to perfection my husband had beef. Everything was delicious. The service was efficient, professional and polite. We throughly enjoyed our visit and food would definitely recommend.

Unfortunately food was very bland and cold, very expensive, and we waited 1.5 hours for the food to be brought out. No one asked us how the food was, otherwise we would have told them, but started eating as we were so hungry. Beautiful view and good location though. Overall, massive disappointment - should have checked the review before hand, as recently they have received many reviews similar to mine. Advice, go somewhere else - you'll get much better food at a fraction of the price.

Location is beautiful - such amazing views across the Channel. The food was delicious - we had the scallops and prawns to start, the lemon sole and the skate and then the fondant for dessert - I’d highly recommend them all. The atmosphere is perfect which a luxurious yet relaxed dining experience. Personally, I loved how accommodating they were to our toddler. An amazing child’s menu but the staff were also just so helpful - Emma was absolutely wonderful. Thank you for such a lovely evening; we can’t wait to come back!

We had booked a big important birthday family celebration for 10. Having been to the restaurant before, we were looking forward to the a la carte dining in front of the panoramic windows with top notch food and service, as always, at a seafood restaurant. I called the restaurant to book, confirmed my credit card for the reservation. When we arrived, we were seated outside the main restaurant in ‘the garden’ which offered us drinks in paper cups and a limited bbq menu. A completely different vibe to what we expected and had hoped for. I spoke to the staff and explained this and asked for their help to elevate the experience. There was no space indoors in the main restaurant. We had agreed that they would swap out paper cups for proper glass and that we would be able to order from the a la carte desert menu at the end of the meal. Not perfect, but a possible solution. Here are some of the issues which occurred after this: - the cups (which were also flying everywhere in the wind) were not swapped out till I spoke to the staff again 40 mins later - the cutlery was placed on the table in a chewed up Tupperware box and stayed there through the meal - the food which we largely enjoyed, came out at completely different times which we weren’t warned about - the kids’ cheeseburger didn’t have any cheese - most people had finished their mains when the kids’ hot dog and sides finally arrived - from an order of three drinks (wine and two beers) only two arrived - the table next to us had ordered from the a la carte menu despite us being told that we could only have bbq mains - the waitress/manager came up to apologise and offer us drinks, but did it very loudly and to the whole table. I had tried to address all issues with the staff away from the table not to break up some sense of celebration and wished she had offered us the same courtesy I can see the staff were trying, but the bbq kitchen could clearly not come with a large table. The staff were pleasant but not completely experienced. We did get a bottle of wine and a couple of beers on the house as a gesture, but sadly it didn’t give us back any semblance of the experience we were expecting and had the pleasure of having in the past.

Every trip to the Warren you make, you'll find some really great treasures! A beautiful area and a must visit for anyone who hasn't been here yet! Just be careful if you drive your car down the access road, as there's lots of potholes.

Large nature reserve with an atmospheric secluded beach overlooking the channel. The area was formed by coastal erosion meeting waterlogged mudstone and slumping cliffs. Stand long enough by the mud bank and it's possible to see the ground moving. The Gault clay over Greensand geology is one of the best places in the area for fossil hunting. At one time the Warren was a popular tourist attraction with its own railway station halt, but is now a much wilder environment. Some of the paths can be very muddy in winter so it's worth bringing decent walking boots. Be prepared for a steep climb if you're following the zig zag path up the cliffs to the coastal path. Extensive concrete sea defences have been installed to protect the railway line. These provide a long flat walkway by the sea, though do detract a little from the natural beauty.

Probably the best beach in Kent. The more you walk under the cliffs the better it gets. Its secluded, hardly visited, miles of sandy beaches that gradually slip into the sea. Clean clear water and perfect swimming

This place is amazing, I had a lovely time with my husband there the views are beautiful! 🥰

Amazing hiking trails around the coastal hills in this area. Great views from the cliff tops and hidden beaches between the rocks.

Had a lovely day, beach is not very clean but it's peaceful.

Great walks and hikes. Go inland through the forest and discover the tree swings

Absolutely charming seaside town with a perfect blend of heritage and modern flair. The Harbour Arm is a highlight—great food stalls, live music, and atmosphere right by the sparkling sea. I loved strolling along the Leas promenade and catching glimpses of France across the Channel. Folkestone’s Creative Quarter adds a lovely artistic touch, with cool galleries, quirky cafés and a relaxed vibe. With its vibrant public art, scenic parks, and welcoming feel, this is a hidden gem on the Kent coast!

Love this place. Plenty of great food and drink on offer. Great atmosphere when we popped down on a Friday evening with a ska band playing, place was buzzing. Can't wait to visit again.

It’s a lovely area to spend a day but unfortunately is not family friendly , except a carusel is nothing to do for children . No amusement parks , no playgrounds and fair.

We visited Folkestone Harbour the night before catching a ferry to Europe and were really pleasantly surprised. It’s a vibrant, welcoming spot with plenty to do – from quirky bars and cosy eateries to a fun crazy golf course, a stone beach, and a children’s playground. The harbour area is beautifully designed, with lovely views out to sea and a relaxed atmosphere that makes it perfect for socialising or simply soaking it all in. It’s a great place to spend a few hours, whether you’re passing through or making it your main destination. A fantastic way to spend quality time before heading across the Channel – highly recommend!

On a beautiful ifs a great walk. Really easy with a buggy too as it’s 90% hard standing. Good food and drinks available. Often have entertainment on

Lovely place! Perfect for families, very cosy and welcoming. Highly recommend visiting.

Nice place to visit , fossils galore, if you know where to look ! One of the best locations for Gault Clay fossils . I have found ammonites and even Pterosaur teeth. . The local fish and chips is Excellent.

Fantastic venue! Lots going on, from music gigs to workshops to pub quizzes, it's always a wonderful experience. I love the upstairs area with the quirky wooden arches and great views on Tontine street.

Good venue. They open the doors to the foyer early so those at the front get to queue indoors. There is also a bar in the foyer that is open, allowing people to get a drink before going into the hall. Sound and lighting were good, but it got very hot, so it could do with some air conditioning.

Great, intimate venue with a varied and interesting programme. Friendly staff and the bar echoing cathedral is beautiful

What a gem! I’ll definitely be coming back. Staff are so kind and helpful. Sound is top quality. Prices are fantastic. The bar is beautiful. The music space is a dream.

Great gig at the Quarterhouse, the Buzzcocks were amazing! Fab venue for live music, hope they book more bands like this as it's great for Folkestone. They could do with some air con but I guess the sweaty ambience is all part of the experience!

Great venue. Due to the size you get a good view wherever you are. Staff friendly and have always enjoyed our trips to see comedians there.

Great venue. Seated gigs - all seats have a good view. Capacity - 150-200 I would guess. Great sound crew.

Cozy little place with nice selection of beer and champagne, coffee and hot chocolate are nothing too special. I think they could benefit from making their hot chocolate and coffee just a tad bit better, maybe using a different chocolate powder or learning some simple latte art. It’ll just elevate the feel a little. Friendly staff though! Really nice selection of music which adds to the vibe

Arrived Shown to table that had old food residue on it. Given menus to look at the menus had food waste on them. We ordered two crepes, both were ludicrously crispy in texture and the knife wouldn't cut it. Sent back New mediocre pancakes arrived eventually and absolutely nothing offered to dissatisfied customers off the bill. AVOID is my advice

Stunning little venue, sitting inside an old train carriage. Beautifully decorated and thought out Great variety of Champagne's to everyone's budget 🥂🍾 Lovely menu, I'd definitely recommend the small plates, especially the Bruchetta 👌

Absolutely gorgeous! Cosy inside and sunny outside. Delicious champagne. Great vibes. Would definitely return.

good place for sitting on the harbour and looking back at the town and boats, not for in door but for sunny days. great music and for once the staff are dressed well and smart and look the part. good service for the dark haired girl working thursday 19 june afternoon , just a beer to listen to the music for a bit..

Well, it was Bank Holiday Sunday and Monday, so of course service was a tad slow! But they were friendly so that helps. Note: I went back the next day, so it must have been good. Fabulous venue. A very long comfy bench in the SHADE thank God and rugs and cushions available if needed. I moved into the sun to feel the early evening sun on my back. Bliss. They did a Bucks fizz for £8.50 which I remember being charged for at Kettners in Soho YEARS ago, so very good value. The champagne cocktails were a bit steep at £13. 50, but the peach one was yum - so sip slowly!!!!! And how often anyway do you drink them in the UK, just down the road with sun and sea and free music and a glorious atmosphere. So may be good value at the price, aye? Back to Tuesday with a bump.

Gorgeous place to sit with a glass of bubbly. We went for English sparkling wine and it was wonderful.

On a recent visit to Folkestone and on my way to Hythe, my route took me through these peaceful gardens. A combination of water features many beds, which no doubt would be an explosion of colour and fragrance if we had visited a few months later, but nevertheless, the early flowering shrubs and helibores were still an attractive sight.

fresh natural air with lot flowers and water pond in the middle

Very Beautiful Place in Folkestone.we are Waiting for our train,so we Decided to Wait In Park And explore.garden Have wonderful fountain and Flowers. I have great Experience and got wonderful Message when I go to rest On middle bench of Garden.here I attached.

I had a quiet morning, but with the lovely birdsong in the background, wandering through the gardens and admiring the beautiful blossoms. Kingsnorth Gardens is beautifully laid out in different sections and I am always interested in the wildlife in the ponds and the water lilies. There were some yellow irises today and a solitary duck swimming around in the water. It is nice to relax with a picnic with friends and family. There are no restrooms. One can have a picnic but no barbecues. There isn't a playground but there are benches where one can relax and enjoy the surroundings. The staff work very hard to keep the garden tidy and plant blossoms for each season. The garden flower beds are now being prepared for the Autumn and Winter season. There are still Butterflies enjoying the Roses.

Very beautiful gardens/park!

This little park is not so well known as other parks in Folkestone. It's an amazing place, with beautiful plants, flowers and a little artificial lake in the middle of it. One hour parking is free on the street.

Worth a visit. A really tidy and organized garden in the centre. Very well looked after with plenty of seating. Good if you want to relax and be alone for a think or a good book to read.

A Refreshingly Different Experience at Zig Zag Path, Folkestone This was one of my more unique experiences. While there isn’t much in terms of attractions or activities, the walk itself — through the zig-zag path — offers a new dimensional view that makes it quite special. The design of the path is a beautiful piece of functional art, filled with informative plaques and thoughtful architecture that blends into nature. The real highlight is the view from the top — it’s peaceful and scenic, especially for those who enjoy slow, mindful walks. It's a great spot if you're looking for something quiet and offbeat to explore in Folkestone.

Gorgeous walking path down to the shoreline. It felt like walking through a botanical garden with all the different plants and flowers around. There is a coffee stand at the bottom, as well as public toilets. There are also benches carved into the rocks along the way which you can stop and rest on.

The Zig Zag walk in Folkestone is a fantastic scenic walk placed between the Leas Cliff Hall and the Band Stand. It offers wonderful coastal views and consists of different paths with caves and grottoes leading down to the seafront and the Lower Leas Coastal Park. Originally built in the 1800s to ferry bath chairs between The Leas and the beach, The Zig Zag path has been restored beyond its original beauty as part of the Award Winning Coastal Park Development.

It was such a fun and great experience, travelling up the staircase and exploring all the views was truly amazing !!

Lovely, easy, wheelchair friendly walk down to the prom

I love this path! It offers great scenic views of the mermaid beach as well as being very green with plenty of plants and trees. The man-made grottos and archways add interest and provide some seating and shade when it's hot. It's a steady climb and might be a bit challenging for those not used to walking uphill, especially in the heat, but going down is lovely!

Loved it here great little walk from the seafront to the roads above both interesting and a fun walk. Added bonus was a street fair at the top. Worth a visit.

You can not see the White Horse when you are standing right here, above it 😏😂! You do get a nice view over the Eurotunnel train station which is impressive, huge!

We came to see the trains , the eurotunnel, and it was a great vantage point.

Parked on the road above, in a decent-sized layby, probably enough room for 10 cars. Entered the area through the gate with my son and wandered down the steep bank. If the ground has any moisture then it's going to be slippy, so a dry day would be best for this route! We went slightly lower than the horse to get a decent view and then wandered around it to get a close-up view. It's a great design but is obscured from the M20 by the Euro Tunnel complex.

It is barely possible to see the horse from the road above and it is a steep climb down to the horse. The view across the railway yard and town is phenomenal (and across to France on a clear day).

A spectacular vantage point to look out across to France. On a clear day you can see Calais clock tower. Good view of Folkestone and Tunnel terminal below.

Nice view, nice place to have a picnic

Very difficult to access the site itself, the best view I could find of the horse was from across the other side of the valley

The dining experience was very nice featuring excellent food and significantly improved service. It’s an ideal spot for enjoying a small bite to eat along with a glass of wine as you head out to a gathering or celebration. This place truly enhances the journey to any party!

We had an amazing couple of visits here recently on a holiday to Folkestone. Extremely friendly staff and an excellent set of dishes and drink options. They were amazing at helping when I experienced a diabetic hypo and also in amending the specials so that I could have them with my vegan diet (and there were a lot of choices on the menu for vegan diets!). My mother is gluten free and had plenty of options on the menu. We visited for a dinner and also at lunch time. There’s an excellent atmosphere and it’s located in a vibrant and safe environment. What made our trip special was the staff - they were beyond amazing and I can’t wait to go back next visit.

Went for dinner here mid week and hadn't been for a while. The tapas food is still delicious 😋 really good quality ingredients, fresh and cooked perfectly. The service is efficient and the atmosphere is great too. It's a great little spot halfway up yhe high street and it's not too busy. We had various dishes including the chicken skewers, sizzling king prawns in garlic and chilli (yum!), peppers, patatas bravas and a few others too. Great price, lovely wine selection and would recommend!

Very awful experience and those who are against racism please avoid these place as they serve food by seeing your skin colour and not by their hotel reservations. The guy (middle aged wears specs) as he desperately didn’t allow me to have food in this place. This was my story as I walked into the restaurant on Saturday afternoon around 1pm and the place wasn’t too busy as I can see empty tables around and the guy who was standing near the till told me that they can’t serve me and said that it’s fully booked for the day and I asked him if I can have takeaway and he still refused saying that they don’t have license to serve takeaway food. He was trying to make me leave the place as I was just asking when is the best time to book for reservations and he said that he is not sure and ignored me. As I can see empty tables there I came out of the restaurant and called the restaurant number from google and asked them if I can bookings for two persons and the lady staff said yes and offered me a table within half an hour. This was my experience and I was really offended by the guy’s behaviour

The best tapas I’ve had and I’ve had a lot !! Great food, great service & overall great everything!! The Espresso martini is a must have. Staff are so welcoming, looks like they have a very close knit happy team which says a lot about how great this restaurant is. The food comes out steaming hot. They could charge double on each dish and it would still be worth the money. I can’t say enough good things about this place I would travel to Folkestone just to come back!!

Authentic Spanish tapas. Living in Spain I can say all the homemade tapas is divine. It’s a must go to spot in Folkestone.

Today my husband and I had a lovely celebration lunch here to celebrate our wedding anniversary. Food was very delicious with outstanding flavours and freshly prepared. Ambience sitting in the little court yard garden was peaceful and relaxing. Staff and service was super friendly and helpful. They had even paid special attention yhat it was our anniversary and offered a desert to share on the house. This was a lovely gesture and a nice touch. Lovely little gem of a resturant.

Stunning book cafe in a beautiful street in one of the most charming towns in England. Friendly staff and good customer service. However the place is too busy, loud and feels a bit cramped. The coffee was good but the cake was extremely small in size and hugely overpriced. The heart cake was too tough and way too sweet for my liking personally.

I really loved this café, super cozy and charming. The croissant was just okay and the jam was a bit basic, but the coffee was very good, and extra points for the salted butter. Overall, the atmosphere is so warm and inviting that it makes the whole experience lovely.

Loved this hidden gem in Folkstone.. coming from London wasnt expecting such a chic cafe in here, lovely vibe, lovely cakes and great coffee. Although they dont have many options for food but I guess they focus more on the cakes and coffees. We visited here on a weekend and loved their food vibe so kuch that we came back next day and had some food as well which we did not like. Cakes and coffees were on point. Their coffee menu is so versatile. Highly recommend. Staff is really friendly and welcoming.

Very cutesy! Sat outside with my friends and ordered some drinks! Tasted lovely. Will definitely go again 🍵☕️ I ordered an iced matcha with sugar free vanilla syrups 🧸

I was happy to finally visit the Steep Street Coffee House. I like the decor with all the books around the rooms. Customers can buy books if they find one that interests them. I found the place a bit cramped and it is a busy place. It is a dog friendly establishment but some people might feel uncomfortable if there are too many pets around. We had a lovely hello from one little dog which didn't disturb us. The coffees, chocolate cake and lemoncream croissant were delicious. I certainly would like to try more of the pastries, etc on another visit. The service was good and the staff were friendly and helpful.

Nice coffee but the "goat's cheese tart" was not good - was just pastry with a bit of dry bubbled egg on top (less than one forkful's worth) and some onion marmalade, not at all what I expected for £6-odd. The quiche was a bit bland but better after adding salt, not worth £8-odd. The brownie was ok but the corner piece they gave me was tiny. Nobody asked if we enjoyed. They were about 60% full. Shame because the vibe is lovely.

The fact that the place is always full and there is a long queue tells you everything you need to know about the quality of drinks/food and service. Suitable for a quick take-away, a study session or a catch-up with friends, the Steep Street Coffee House is a staple in Folkestone and we have been coming here for years. Only a 5min walk away from the sea, 10mins from the bus station and surrounded by craft, clothing and music shops it is a perfect place for a cup of coffe and a bite to eat.

A gorgeous old church hidden and often overlooked in the heart of Folkestone. The building is beautiful with some stunning glass windows. Also it has a very interesting history.

A pretty church on the edge of the town center. The staff are friendly and are happy to tell you all about the church's history. They have regular concerts there, often with an excellent choir.

Beautiful church, so quiet and peaceful. I was allowed to just exist in a chapel on my own while a few people were attending a service on the other side. I really appreciated them understanding my need to be alone in a safe space.

Although I haven't visited this church for years, it was a VERY special place to seek some tranquillity in the chaos of modern Folkestone. I lived in The Metropole, on The Lee's, for almost 32 months...and regularly sought out this church for quiet contemplation. Wonderful sense of history and you will feel that you are in a precious and beautiful place. The attached picture belongs to another poster. Hellie Reumkens. I have changed the orientation to the correct perspective and have informed Google Maps about Hellie's photographic problem. Quite why it wasn't corrected before is a puzzle?

Interesting early history of Folkestone. Informative guides. Good to know that after hundreds of years a worshipping community continues here.

Lovely historic church and beautiful music.

Beautiful church with a lot of history. Always kept clean and tidy, very peaceful to visit if you need a quiet moment to yourself or just somewhere to go and have a look. Great with local schools too 🙂

I like the concept of the shop, a container turned into a cafe with good views. They also have a recycling scheme more for alcoholic n drinks. In addition, they have old kegs as chair for the indoor seating. There two lads on shift and they were polite and interacted as needed. Can't wait to visit again but more specifically in the summer. Reasonable prices and a very good chilled vibe

Lovely experience being on the sea front & part of "The Arm". Love what they've done with the old fairground ride kit, very ept. Prices however are a bit steep for what it is, a reused shipping container done up. Feedback - would have been nice to have glasses instead of plastic beakers. Wasn't asked if we were going outside, therefore assuming plastic (disposable, non recycled) cups were the only option. I hope they are recycled. Jovial & fun for tourists, prices need to drop & glasses to be offered for us to return though.

Good beach bar. Lots of choices for drinks. It was busy when we went as the sunshine 🌞 was about. However, service was slow as there was only one server.

Stopped by for a quick drink. Love the quirky decor (bumper cars, etc.) on the pebble beach out front. Staff were quick and friendly. Didn't try any food, so I can not comment on that, but for obvious reasons, the drinks are served in plastic cups (not glass). A great sound system gives it a good atmosphere.

Really lovely coffee and hot chocolate, the interior is interesting with a really nice beach vibe. Loving the seating that looks out to the beach and sea. The music they play here works extremely well too. Definitely a place to visit in Folkstone for drinks. Would have been nice to have maybe a selection of cake with the coffees but not a major loss.

Really nice hot chocolate, works well if you’re visiting in winter. Great interior, friendly staff, wonderful view for what it is. It’s quite interesting that it used to be a shipping container. Also the music choices were pretty good, so you enjoy your time there with quality music.

They don't mix the cocktails so it's a layer of rum followed by sugary ginger beer and finished off with pure lime juice. Still not completely awful thanks to the view and comfy seating. Just ask them to mix the cocktails.

Beautifully restored railway station which opened in 1850 and saw services until 2009. The last train to use the station was a Venice Simplon Orient Express service, and after this the station fell into disrepair. Following an extensive restoration, it reopened in 2018. The curved platforms and canopies capture the spirit of the station in its heyday, while visitor attractions have developed around the station to serve tourists. Information boards are provided, along with sculptures honouring the station's role in WW2. The signal box was repurposed as a café for a few years, and toilet facilities are available. Though trains no longer serve the station, it is one of Folkestone's more interesting sites, connecting the harbour and beach.

I adore what has been done with this old station - respecting its history but regenerating the area with artwork and restaurant/bars. The branch and station closed to regular passenger train services in 2001 although they were used by the Venice-Simplon Orient Express (VSOE) and railtours until 2009. During the First World War, Folkestone Harbour was one of the main ports of arrival and departure for servicemen and medical personnel. So many soldiers left from Folkestone Harbour that it became known as the ‘gateway to the trenches’. Very sad to think that for those who never returned, the train journey to this station was their last view of home. The area also now hosts a vibrant weekly Sunday market full of independent traders selling an eclectic mix of vintage, retro & artisan goods and produce. Well worth a visit!

What a delight to see the regeneration of Folkestone. The pedestrianised old train station has been wonderfully preserved leading you towards the beach!

This was our first visit in a long while. Our visit was on a cold Monday morning in January, so all outlets on the harbour arm were closed. We did manage coffee and cake in the former signal box, but that cafe is now closed. It really was TOO small for a cafe!

It's great that this station is still here and preserved

What a wonderful job they have done converting the old station into a lovely walkway. In the summer months I would guess it be buzzing with the local coffee shops near by

Very Nice place! Very good idea transforming the old station.

I visited Folkestone and really enjoyed the artworks - would recommend

AMAZING INSPO FOR ART STUDENTS!!

(Translated by Google) The work is remarkable and is constantly supervised by a group of local volunteers (Original) Работы замечательные и находятся под постоянным наблюдением группы местных волонтеров

It’s our annual Christmas thing to come here every year for the snow rings and the kids love it (us adults do too) Tonight we had a great chap pushing/spinning us for the whole hour. Sorry I can’t remember your name but know we was your last lot. (Paracetamol) A huge thank you for making it so fun!

Kids lovely it. Staff friendly and go over and beyond to make your experience good!

We booked the snow rings. The children were crazily enjoyed it. Luckily we can have the sky walk session without booking. Also very amazing, with 10 pounds which are so worth it. Will come again.

A great outdoor centre. The snow rings are great fun for children and reasonably priced. They've also got the climbing area next to the slope which looks like a good adventure. Free parking on site, round the back of the centre.

Great for all ages, you are hastily provided with the equipment for your size so you can get skiing and make the most of it! Very nice staff / instructors.

We have been taking our kids for Sunday ski lessons for the past few weeks and the whole experience has been great. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable and the equipment is good. Great value for money!

Great value fun £5 per person for an hour,all weather. Centre a bit rough around the edges but if you look past that. Free parking but limited spaces.

Had huge expectations from the wonderful reviews but was displeased by the experience. Pizzas were burnt at the bottom although we ordered Napolitana pizza which should not be that charred. My little one ordered Mac & cheese and that came in piping hot skillet but centre if the dish was absolutely chilled.. we sent it back and it came back with stretchy cheese. Did not like the taste of the food at all. Have had pizza in multiple places all around the world and wasn’t impressed with this one. Their loo’s have such interesting taps.. unfinished raw lol dont know if thats a style or just cost cutting. Thank you so much for your service.

Popped in with my wife for lunch. Lovely surroundings and very good service. The waitress was really friendly and nice. The pizza was great and the mac and cheese very good. Smashing coffee too. Please open a branch in Sidcup

Their pizza has a truly Italian style, which I really liked. I did feel it was a little overcooked — slightly too burnt for my taste — but it was still authentically Italian. The tiramisu was delicious! The only real disappointment was the long wait; we had to wait about 50 minutes for the pizza. The good news is that it was half-price today, so that helped make up for it.

Did the bottomless pizza+beer. 10/10 experience. Pizzas are huge. Rapid service. You’re allowed half/half pizzas too. Never an empty glass. Even offered to wrap up our leftovers to take away. Will be booking again very soon - definitely worth it.

We enjoyed a delicious lunch here - the pizzas were excellent with great sourdough bases and generous toppings, while the mac and cheese was amazing! The service was prompt and friendly and it was good value overall.

Pizzas (4 of ours) were burnt and smelled really bad, but they did not accept it and said it is normal!!! The veggie with humus came without humus and they said ee ran out of humus! Also the kid’s pasta was FULL of tomato sauce!

Had pizzas here after a couple of 2 for 1 cocktails at Rocksalt on a Thursday between 5 and 7pm. The pizzas here have got to be some of the best I've had. The dough is sourdough and was cooked to perfection in the 400c pizza oven. Service was superb as we expected to be waiting for a while as there was a large corporate party in at the same time with 50 or so diners! Great place, great people, will do it again. The bar is quirky too, like a table with beer pumps on it 😁

This is a truly beautiful place. Lovely walk along the very popular beach path. Very relaxing with the sound of the sea and wildlife across the road. The beach itself is pebbly and it's a popular fishing spot. It used to be free parking along the length of the road, but the council recently introduced parking tarrifs and installed parking meters as they have to spoil everything!

Beautiful pebble beach which stretches all across from Folkstone (although classed as separate beaches). It's very relaxing to sit on the shore and enjoy the sound of the waves rolling in and the wind rushing by. Very good for families and it looks like some areas are dog friendly and others you are allowed barbeques.

When it's hot, where's better than Sandgate beach? Relaxing place with clean water, a nice family place! 🏖️☀️🌊 Family, Beach, Water, Place. #SummerVibes #BeachLife

A quaint seaside town in Kent between Hythe and Folkestone with a few little shops, a stoney beach and a nice chippy. Nice place but not a lot for children to do aside from the beach and walks. Worth a visit if you’re down that way.

My most favourite place in Folkestone.

Beautiful beach but has loads of pebbles. Not grata if you got dodgy knees. Great fishing spot on a good day

Lovely pebble beach, the pebble stretch to walk was fun. There are few restaurants,tea shops around with few gift shops. The information provided was quiet informative to understand about the place.

Cozy environment that makes you feel like a friend has just invited you over for dinner. Fabulous menu that’s simple yet refined. The ladies at the front were a great laugh and made fabulous recommendations. If you’re in Folkestone this should definitely be your first choice for a meal.

Amazing. It's a bit like being invited round to a top chef's house for dinner. Small, homely atmosphere and you're greeted like old friends. Very limited menu of two things per course so only go if you're not picky, in sense that you eat a limited number of things. But do go if you're picky in the sense that you know really good food when you taste it. The food was incredible. Every single item of food was so elevated, it's hard to explain. The best example I can offer is that I've never had a tomato that tasted so tomatey. If that makes no sense, I can't help you. The wine was great, we tried the fizz and the picpoul and both were spot on. And then there was the creme brule. The absolute highlight.

Went with partner last night. Very well-cooked food, presented nicely with generous portions. This is proper cooking by chefs who know what they're doing. A nice atmosphere and lovely front-of-house serving rounds it off. You pay for what you get, but even so it's fair value for money. The other restaurant I know in Folkestone is Rocksalt - that's a good place, with good food, but even so I think Folkestone wine is a cut above, based on last night's experience.

Food was excellent, lovely restaurant and very cosy, but the service felt rushed. The FOA seemed stressed and it rubbed off on us from the get go. The service matters just as much as the food when you’re paying this money for a meal and we felt like a nuisance. Later my partner had to get up and ask for our bread so we could eat it with our starter. This place do a lot of things right so it was a bit disappointing. We enjoyed our meal anyway

Wow... What a treat. One of the best meals I've had, and we eat out a lot at very nice restaurants. Food was impeccable and beyond delicious. The vibe and service was also excellent and the wine choices fantastic 👌

Had a wonderful meal at the Folkestone Wine Company on Friday evening. It's a lovely little place with friendly service! It's a small menu of locally sourced food which was so fresh and tasty. The wine was amazing too. Would definitely recommend 👌

Like being in an exclusive bistro in France, only you're in Folkestone, Kent. Dave and Polly are the perfect restaurant hosts, cooking and serving the most perfectly simple, delicious plates of carefully chosen produce from Kent and Europe. Love, love, love. An absolute must visit.

A remembrance monument for WWI. It's steel made so you can see this shiny arch from the far in sunny day. It's a lovely place to walk and enjoy the sea views. Located near by the high street, this place is ideal to relax. Couple of benches around to sit and have a beautiful view of sea as well as enjoy your tea or coffee.

Distinctive metal arch commemorating military veterans. One of Folkestone's most recognisable landmarks and a popular local meeting place. There's seating and an information board provided to explain the monument's story.

A wonderful place that carries the charge of the past, recreated in the memorial plaques, carrying the emotional charge of the heroism of the historical heroes of the country. An integral part of the color and charm of Folkestone. It is inevitable to visit the city and not enjoy this wonderful place! I recommend!

really nice views and sitting place with great view walk to beach

I love this Remembrance Arch. I often sit and ponder on the benches here. You can read a brief history of the important role Folkestone and its harbour played especially in WW1. I just wish that parent's would make their children respect the area. There are several signs asking people not to use it as a playground but they are just ignored.

Lovely place to sit down and enjoy the views!

Lovely place to walk and enjoy the sea views... near by the high street, the place is ideal to relax, there are some nice benches facing the sea... ideal to seat with a cup of coffee under the sun. You could use this

Absolutely amazing place for the whole family! Railway Museum, Countryside&Craft Centre, Nature Trails, and more. I highly recommend 👌 ☺️

Absolutely beautiful place, staff are kind and welcoming. Son loved the train ride. And loved the train expo. Seeing the models, artifacts and seeing the history that comes with it. The environmet is relaxed and pleasant with wildlife and beautiful scenery. We will be coming back again.

Wonderful place. The railway museum is full of great railway memorabilia, has a working Signal box and a lovely model and exhibition of the Channel Tunnel. The Barn has lots of wonderful crafts, café and a Printer which is very interesting to see how printing used to be done. Also, the volunteers are very friendly and passionate, they really have done a great job here. It’s certainly well worth a visit.

A great afternoon out looking at the wonderful crafts in George's Barn and then on to the Railway museum. Highly recommended. Open 10am - 4pm Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays.

Fantastic place for a low cost family visit. Superb volunteers young and old thank you !!

This is a lovely little place to come and visit. Nice cafe and barn. The Elham train museum is very interesting. The original train layout showing how the tunnel terminal at Cheriton would take cars and freight before the tunnel was completed is amazing. The last time I saw this was 27 years ago when tunnel was being constructed. The first sod dug up by Sir George Russell in 1884 with spade and barrow is unbelievable for the construction of the Elham railway. This place is a must to visit without mentioning the sit on miniature railway for kids. Brilliant.

Great for young and old alike. What a fantastic place, everything oozes the enthusiasm the trust puts into the place. Thought of everything nice picnic area, crazy golf, craft centre, cafe, nature walk and rail museum, don't forget the miniature railway a must for all ages.

The food is amazing! The best burger I've had in a long time, and don't get me started on the green sauce. NO idea what's in it, but it tastes incredible!! 🔥 The chicken was cooked perfectly, the fries were so tasty, and the philly cheesesteak was made to perfection. Staff are very friendly and willing to have a chat with you. We asked about where they get their ingredients from, and they were very happy to tell us. £80 for 2 of us, including 2 drinks of whiskey and lots of amazing food, as you can see in the picture. I never heard of this place before today, but I will be returning very soon!!

Great beers...... Great food........ Great staff! Had this cheeky sour yesterday 30/9/23 and very nice indeed! Still some of the best beers in Folkestone! And their Vault City range has always been great as seen in my added picture!

I'll start with an big positive, the green sauce cheesy fries are absolutely amazing, really good. However, the burgers we had were very mediocre, incredibly soft, all the same texture, desperately needed some sort of crunch or even a toasted bun would help. The beer I had was nice and my partner enjoyed her cider, the staff were very chatty and the food arrived quick. The toilets were a bit grotty with loo roll and paper sheets all over the floor and the bin was overflowing. We will return to give lucky chip another go.

We'd seen the reviews and thought we'd better give this a try and boy, are we glad we did, as friendly staff and delicious food make for the perfect restaurant experience! We ordered burgers, fries, tater tots and drinks. Gotta say, tater tots are new to us and these were so morish. So whatever you order, grab a side of these, you will be so glad you did. As for the burgers, so tasty, well cooked deep flavours and piping hot till the last mouthful. These are right up there with the best burgers we've had! Will we go again, most certainly!

I absolutely love Lucky Chip when I was in London but after moving to Folkestone this branch doesn’t live upto the hype. The buns are mostly stale when I have eaten and they never open up ontime. It’s Sunday and trading hours are open from noon but they decided to open later today. I would go to the burger van up the road for a better and more consistent experience

Best. Burger. Ever!!!! I have had many a burger in my life but this, oh my this burger was amazing. I had the Royale Wit Cheese. Sooo tasty. It wasn't stodgy like other burgers I've had. They are served a bit pink in the middle (and they tell you that upfront). I had mine fully done but my boyfriend had his as is and loved it. The fries are crispy and moreish. We had one basket between us and that was enough. We then had Cherry pie for afters. That was extremely tasty too. The staff are very friendly and the service was quick. The music wasn't to my taste but I remember seeing a board outside during the daytime telling you what genre is which night. It is a good job we don't live round here or I would end up the size of a house! Highly recommend! EDIT: One year later. Boyfriend brought me all the way here from Leicestershire so I could go here again 😊 still the best burger ever. (And I've tried quite a few in the last year!) EDIT: Another year later...STILL wonderful!!!!!! Nov 23 EDIT: Changed my burger to a different one (named after an actress, I forget who!) and it was even nicer than my regular!!! May 24 EDIT: New chef but still the best burger ever! Ooh and the cherry pie was yummy with an awesome Chantilly cream 😊

I went there with some work colleagues had a nice time. The food is really good and we went there on Wednesday which meant we could take advantage of the £5 cocktails. The burger was one of the best I've had and I would like to try thier Sunday roast. It would be a 5 star review if only you could hear what others were saying as the music was quite loud.

Over the years I must’ve used the EuroTunnel well over 100 times. The crossing is very quick (35 minutes) & on a normal day it’ll take about 30 minutes to get through the security… They used to have a frequent traveler account & you could cross the channel for as little as £43 per way but unfortunately since Covid (& maybe before that) they no longer offer the account. Crossing now can be expensive but it’s worth the time you save crossing by the ferry. Overall expect for the prices everything else is pretty good. You drive into the train & sit in your car or could walk on the side walk during the crossing…

If only all travel hubs were as efficient as this! Self check in was very simple, arrived early and they offered a space on an earlier train so we took it, no extra charge. Good terminal facilities. Passport control was a breeze. Fun experience.

So much better than the ferry etc Much quicker. Sometimes you might get delays at peak times, school holidays, but never really had a bad experience. Always use this for any European journey. Very convenient and all the staff are quite friendly too

Never had a problem with this crossing. In fact it’s now my preferred route to most parts of Europe . ( However living close to Plymouth, Spain and Brittany and French west coast I’ll take Brittany Ferries ) Saying this the Chunnel is excellent, quick , easy & efficient . I do think pricing is a little high sometimes but doesn’t stop me using. In reflection it’s quick easy and convenient, I’ll certainly continue to use .

Quick and easy, but very, very pricey in summer. Paid €727 for a return trip (with the caravan). For that kind of money, you could drive all of France’s toll roads and still spend less than on this “platinum-plated” train. Don't believe any of their 'special promotions', think twice about booking. If you arrive too early; no problem, they'll put you on any train. If you arrive late you have to pay a full new ticket... But it is conveniant and fast, can't argue about that. Especially if you have a long drive ahead up north. And staff is pretty helpful and friendly. Just wish they would have lower average price year round.

Great service, very convenient. If the prices were a little more affordable for regular crossing that would be a bonus.

So easy to use and quick. Just ride on. Take your helmet off, have a quick chat. Then rude off in France.

What a great space - great selection of food options (burgers, pizza, fish and chips, pulled pork, mussels, Greek and many more), plenty of seating, music and a big screen. Prices towards top end and parking available £2 per hour.

Nice place, will have to come back when it's not pouring rain though! Great food and they do have some shelter from the rain with heat lamps.

Great venue for watching the rugby Would be amazing to watch a film of an evening when dark Only thing that annoyed me was all the kiosks closed when there was still plenty of game time left so no chance for dinner

Excellent atmosphere here. I really like this place and set a good impression of visiting folkestone for the first time...

You find shacks selling coffee, ice cream, fresh seafood, and Thai food here. There is plenty of seating to sit and watch the game of the day.

We ordered food at 540 and received a meal at 555pm We sat down with our two young children to eat our meal, at 610pm we were abruptly told by security that we had to leave immediately as licencing rules were in force, and it wasn't their fault the restaurants were still serving food. So rude and abrupt. We will not be back.

Great place on a weekend, completely shot down during the week.

I had a great experience with my mum in September. We had a lovely meal and great service. The food was absolutely delicious!! Would definitely return again.

A birthday meal totally ruined by pure incompetence thanks to Bay Tree Bar & Grill. Orders taken, quite a fair wait for the meals to arrive. Clearly stated on order 'no garlic butter'. Arrived eventually with yes, garlic butter all over the steak. Server agreed I had asked for steak without garlic butter. He came back 8 minutes later to state it would be 15 minutes. Considering everyone else was halfway through their meals it was totally pointless so I cancelled my meal. They gave me my drink for free (very charitable of them, a pint of lemonade with orange)! They brought the bill out taking off the drink but to add insult to injury they still tried to charge me for the steak that was sent back and never returned! Obviously refused to pay for the steak and bill was readjusted. Thank you all for totally screwing up the birthday evening out for me, you must be very pleased with yourselves!

Super knowledgeable bar staff and excellent service. Served the best Old Fashioned I’ve had in a long while. So much so, I had two! Great place and will definitely be back

We didn't eat here. But we had some wine. The wine was good. The bar staff were friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable.

Four of us went out to celebrate a Ruby wedding anniversary. We couldn't order the cocktails we were hoping to have as they only have one bartender who makes them, and he hadn't turned up to work. I asked for a Bacardi and Coke, they don't stock it, then a Gordon's gin, they didn't have that either. I walked round to see the restaurant that had just a couple of occupied tables. We asked to see the manager. He was rude, abrupt, and argued with us! He made the situation worse and had no managerial skills. Obviously, we didn't stay to eat. Instead, we went to a professional restaurant, Sotirios, which we regularly use. The welcome and service there made up for the bad experience in The Bay Tree. I've done this review to advise other people, but I would appreciate some response back from The Bay Tree to acknowledge they are aware of the abrupt manner their manager has towards their guests.

Dinner for one Roasted Courgette and Oyster Mushroom gnocchi, tempura courgette crisps, pumpkin seeds, mushrooms and miso gravy If you want to know if a chef can not only cook but can create flavours then give a selection of the humble vegetable. The flavours and different textures all combined to make for one of the best meals I've ever had. And as for the miso gravy where can I buy this please aa it was the sort of gravy you could drink by the mug full.

Beautiful food and great service. Place looks amazing with a good atmosphere cut recommend enough!!

A historic landmark, dating back to the late 19th Century when Folkestone was at its super-chic height. After falling into ruin and nearly being pulled down some years ago by an inept council, this landmark has since been restored. Once again you can hear the summer weekend brass bands I remember as a child in the 70s. It’s also a venue for other local music, and acts as a focal point for various summer events. A true local landmark.

Parked no problem. Did the zig zag path, great workout but fun.

Lovely location and views, lots of entertainment during summer months, see programme for 2025

Beautiful place, the show was excellent, can't wait till next year

Sitting in the sun with a cold drink. Great way to spend a Saturday afternoon

Great band (Rock of Aged). Lots of free deckchairs.

Beautiful and with an amazing music programe through the summer months!!

Good day out, charming little railway with some beautiful steam teams and miniature diesel engines. Found the enclosed carriages slightly difficult to enter and exit, as the low roof and small doors are fairly difficult to access for older adults who wish to enjoy the experience. Some interesting history on show and a brilliant oo scale model railway at New Romney station

An absolutely fantastic day out for railway fans. My daughters loved riding on the train and we all enjoyed the scenic views as we headed towards Dungeness. There is a lovely cafe at Dungeness, and you can climb the lighthouse at weekends.

Bought tickets on line as thought the weather was going to be hot. Fortunately it was overcast but warm. Trains were busy but managed to find an empty compartment. Walked around Dungeness and got off a couple of times on the way back. Well worth it

Purchased tickets received as a,wedding guest. Loved the trip both ways and spent some time in hythe. I remember this train from when I was a child so was great to revisit these memories

Lovely railway line. Beautiful trains. I definitely recommend getting the rover pass and hopping on and off at each station. Great fun.

Brilliant 15 inch gauge railway. We parked at their RHDR Hythe station for the day (£6). We took the train all the way to Dungeness station (approx 1hr), visited the lighthouse (£5 entrance fee and 160 steps to the top, but it does have 2 landings for a rest and information about the lighthouse). Dungeness station has a café with indoor seating and toilets; also parking here is free. The café serves a good variety of food, but you may need to pay by cash as their internet connection for electronic payments isn't very reliable! New Romney station is the main hub of the railway. It has a café with seating. Above the café is a model railway layout with museum exhibits (extra small entrance fee if you didn't buy the all inclusive ticket). The model railway is computer controlled and has buttons to press which activate different features on the layout (great for youngsters). There is also a heritage area near the signal box showing the history of the railway. We'll definitely be visiting again as it is was such an enjoyable day out.

Excellent day out. Friendly staff, reasonably priced and great fun. Good food with great prices in the cafes at either end of the line

We visited in late June 2020 so lots of the social distancing measures were still in place and they were only able to do takeout. That said we all really enjoyed our bagels and were massively impressed by the kids meal which was really good value (it included a drink too that's not pictured). We drove for about an hour for this as a Father's Day treat and it was well worth it!

Excellent bagels. The menu is a perfect selection of toppings for the beautiful soft inside and crispy outside bagels. Love the use of the old signal box, a little treasure being well looked after. We had a lovely family lunch here in half term. Quote from 11 year old son.... "best lunch ever". 🙂

Amazing coffee, a lovely place and cakes like I have never tasted before, and I know cakes! The pastry on the sausage rolls looked lovely too, so thin but crispy/crunchy, 'I'm saving that for my next visit.

Amazing bagels, good strong coffee. My new addiction I think.

Great place to replenish yourself whilst exploring the harbour. Take the time to eat in if you can. Splendid views stretching across to Dover ferries. Iconic location. Options for kids too. Not cheap, but good quality.

A lovely spot in a unique setting for a bite to eat. Very very yummy salmon bagel and indulgent banana bread - what more could you want! By the window, an excellent spot for people watching!

Popped in for breakfast & tried the Full English Breakfast Bagel. It was a good portion, as for me, personally. But the top of the bagel was bit hard, so it was difficult to eat it with cutlery, and also impossible to eat by hands. So I just ate the bits separately. The orange juice came in a small kids portion-like plastic cup. Overall not too impressed by customer service either. Wasn't convinced to come back for more.

Can't believed this statue of Harvey covered in bird poo. the statue is located in a small garden area that is reasonably well kept. After studying in Canterbury, Cambridge and Italy, Harvey joined the Royal College of Physicians in the earl 17th century. Later Harvey served King James I and also Charles I before his death as a royal physician.

Dedicated to the 16th/17th century physician William Harvey, The statue of this former Folkstone resident stands between Langhorne and Clifton Gardens, overlooking the sea just of The Leas Road in Folkestone Covered in bird excrement, the statue is in a small garden area that is reasonable well kept and looked generally free of litter. A brief history of William Harvey, shows he was once an eminent physician that made contributions to anatomy and physiology, along with the circulatory system for blood. After studying at Kings School (Canterbury) Cambridge and Padua (Italy) Harvey joined the Royal College of Physicians in the earl 17th century. Later Harvey served not only King James I but also Charles I before his death as a royal physician. As well as a number of society's and medical facilities named after Harvey, there is also the William Harvey Hospital in Ashford.

He looks well solid.

Nice to see

Lovely view of the channel

Few things to look at in this area

Great place for long walks. Just hate the dogs restrictions. I really think that some humans leave much more mess and make much more disturbance than furry friends. Apart from that lots of cafes and places ro eat. Also public toilets are available.

I've never been Folkstone beach ever before and was pleasantly surprised. A well-kept beach and the water was so clean and clear. There wasn't a lot open for the children, I'm guessing it's seasonal, but never the less, they had a great time. We will definitely be going back soon.

This is our weekend escape from London place to go. I probably been there average 4 times a year! They have developed so much, lots of bars restaurants around the beach. Will come back again and again

Amazing 😍 beach with amazing playground for the kids but the is that it 4 ✨ is because the beach is not sand it lot of stone just a little info come at summer that a lot of sun

Folkestone (Sunny Sands) is an excellent beach for everyone, but especially great for children. I went today with my son and he really enjoyed the trip. He could run freely without any interruptions like stones or other hazards, so I felt completely tension-free about his safety. A perfect place for families.

Lovely for a walk, bite to eat and just for a mooch

Folkestone Harbour Arm is definitely worth a visit — and so is the town itself. Rocksalt restaurant and bar are both excellent, and the Italian spot at the bottom of the old cobbled street across from the harbour is just as good. A great area to explore, eat, and relax.

What an excellent Museum, the curator and staff go the extra mile to uncover any items related to the battle of Britain. They have separate sections devoted to individual pilots which helps to bring the whole experience to life. There are some amazing aircraft on site and they support various outside projects, including one to bring a hurricane, recovered from a marsh, back hopefully into an airworthy condition. If you have any interest in the Battle of Britain, then this is a must visit Museum. Set aside a full day as there are a tremendous amount of exhibits and life stories of Pilots.

We had a very nice visit here! This museum was far bigger than we expected. What a great collection of planes and other WW2 memorabilia. Lots of friendly volunteers made our visit even better!

Brilliant museum. You have to hand in your cameras and phones as photography is strictly prohibited unless accompanied by a guide. I wasn’t that bothered but took these from the outside. Staff were very friendly. They have a memorial exhibit for every airman stationed at the site, who died. I remember reading one account who died long after the war, but most were casualties from the war. Some exhibits were of non British airmen. I’m avoiding keywords that search engines might pick up on. The museum is packed, I think they must have all their artefacts on show. The item I found most extraordinary were the training paintings, showing a sequence of plane manoeuvres. We visited late on a Friday in late July

Me and my dad visited here about a month or so ago, and it was a great experience I must say, brilliant display, but just warning you early, when you walk in and book, you must have your phone in a safe, but if you want to take pictures someone will get called over and guide you to where you are allowed to, but this museum is a good place overall.

Absolutely magnificent little museum, full of amazing stories of heroism in the Battle of Britain, and reconstructed aircraft, which is run by hugely enthusiastic volunteers - allow a couple of hours to wander around then enjoy a delicious meal or snack at the mess. So pleased we found this gem.

What a fantastic museum this is. When I say it's full with WW2 Battle of Britain history it's an understatement. This place is a little gem for anybody interested in this period in time. There is also a WW1 display but mostly Second world war artifacts fill the walls and ground. Pictures are prohibited in the museum itself due to a few reasons but Pictures outside are fine. The staff are very welcoming and helpful. There's also a onsite cafe where we had a fry up, which was great. It also has a little shop with plenty of books and gifts avaliable. The museum collections though are what makes this place what it is. In the middle of the museum on the grass is an array of aircraft including 3 full scale replicas of the Hawker Hurricane, a real Heinkel and a JU 52 among others. Please vist this museum and help keep the history of these brave men and women alive.

Excellent museum commemorating the Heroes who fought in the skies over Southern England in the Battle of Britain, absolutely packed with memorabilia and facts. Definitely worth visiting if you are in the area, just to add no photographs can be taken inside the buildings but the Aircraft outside can be. Lovely Cafe serving an all day breakfast and more, staff very friendly and knowledgeable which adds upto my five star rating.

Had a lovely time here Easter Sunday with our 4 year old. Reasonably priced, extra activities put on for Easter (staff did a great job) and a good variety of play equipment. Would visit again.

My kids loved it, plenty seating. Cheaper to pay online in advance. Baby, toddler and older kids separated play areas. Cafe on site with food and drinks. Upstairs seating also available. Some parts of the play area closed, it looked like a rocket train, would have liked to see that open especially that it was half term.

Fantastic kids party. My 4 year old party at another venue got cancelled a week before the party. Kidz planet were able to accommodate and down a great job. We’re not very close to lots of the guests haven’t been before and everyone went away saying they’ll definitely come back. Definitely recommend. Thank you!

Great for party's and just an afternoon out. Cafe does good food choices for the kids. Prices are respectable. So weekends with bad weather the place will be packed. Hit and miss if your get a seat. They do it on amount inside so I would recommend booking.

Was well worth the hours drive to try a new soft play, both kids liked it a lot. Lots of seating, with hard and soft seats. Catered for all ages. Has its own mini roller coaster too!

Absolutely do not bring your children here. My three year old daughter was repeatedly pushed and hit by a member of staffs child on the 23/09/2025 who I have now found out is actually the managers (Lisa) child. My daughter attempted to play football with my brother in law, as she went into the football area this boy took the ball off her and pushed her she then attempted to go in there again and unfortunately the same thing happened and the boy seemed to be getting more aggressive this upset my daughter and she was then brought back downstairs to avoid her being seriously hurt as she is only three and the boy was around 7/8. My daughter came down stairs shortly after this the boy came down when he saw my daughter again she was stood by the canteen area he then pushed her into the canteen wall she hit her head and was screaming in pain no accident form was given despite 3/4 members of staff watching including the ‘manager’, the boy was not told that what he had just done is not nice or okay to do. We left after this upset and shocked by what had just happened and will not be returning again. I called up this morning to try and speak to a manager to report this incident and question why an accident form was not given despite a head injury. It then came to my surprise that the lady whose son it was was who I was speaking with she informed me she was the ‘manager Lisa’ on the call. The phone call was appalling I was shouted at by this ‘manager’ and she tried to blame my daughter despite my whole family witnessing the event thankfully I have the phone call all on record and will be taking it further. I really do not recommend this place as it is not safe for your children and evidently the staff do not care either.

Over the years I would describe Kidz Planet as unfortunately going down hill the play equipment is becoming quite old and really needs a good updating. The times I have been there it's been hugely overcrowded, it's so hot in there I don't think there is any air conditioning. Cleanliness whilst I understand can be difficult with kids running around could be better with tables not being cleared, food all over the floor. I didn't have much interaction with the staff however the people I did come into contact with were pleasant I would just say it seemed like there weren't enough staff. My rating is mainly to do with the cleanliness and outdated equipment.

ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC.! I really can not rate this activity highly enough. Great build up, warming staff and just a fantastic way to spend 60 minutes. Team building (friends & family-testing), so many laughs and epic moments of greatness, cracking codes and puzzles and saving the world. I literally can't wait for their new puzzle rooms. Many thanks for the great day.

Went while on holiday. Did the serial killer room, which looked great. Really interesting and clever puzzles, with some I've never seen in an escape room before. Staff were extremely friendly and super enthusiastic. Cannot recommend enough!

Took my daughter for a Zombie themed birthday treat. At 12 i was worried that it might be beyond her, but she got to grips very quickly. It was a great little venue. Got there 15 minutes before our time slot, the team welcomed us and had us briefed. There was only 3 which can make escape rooms a challenge, and we had to use a few clues but we managed to make our way through the puzzles. A great way to spend an hour.

Best escape room I've done. Fantastic puzzles that really do make you think. Did the serial killer game, very well decorated inside, lots of tunnels and different rooms made it very fun!

Done the zombie appoclyps with a group 11yo to 30+ and it was amazing.. the staff are so welcoming friendly and excited about the rooms. The staff really get you in the mood about room you have chosen, highly recomend to anyone to go and try this and have a great time.

Something new to do in Folkestone! Friendly host, great puzzles, altogether well executed. Located near the Sainsburys on Bouverie Road West. We did the zombie room with two kids 10 and 12 (boys) and it was pitched right for a family with older kids. The puzzles might have been too hard for them on their own, but fine with two adults.

Certainly not for everyone this! Having done an outside version in Canterbury, this really didn't mount up to the same thing. Felt dated as well as the rooms looking and feeling tired. The other 3 loved it, but I found it hard to keep awake to be honest. The bloke who was there though was very nice, enthusiastic and a had a smile on his face throughout. If I did try one of their others I may well change my rating, but for this serial killer version... Sorry 1* only.

Really enjoyed the escape room, was very good, the host was great too and we'll definitely be back to try the other room!

Had an amazing time this lunch time our first time in an escape room … was so much fun , and we were better than we thought .. 52.40 mins Thank you for making our first time so relaxed, fun and memorable .. can’t wait to come back and do The Bunker …. Highly recommend and on our doorstep too 😍

Had a great time with the Bunker. The four of us managed to complete it in time and it was great to play a room that flowed. Good setup too and very friendly host! We'll go back when next in the area for the Asylum.

A real pleasure to visit and would rank this among the best escape rooms I have done. A friendly welcome followed by a great induction. The room was a great challenge and fun all the way. Will be back again soon to take on the other room.

I recently had the opportunity to play the Asylum game at the Locked-In escape room with three friends, and I must say, it was an outstanding experience! The puzzles were intriguing and challenging, making the game even more enjoyable. The game design was fantastic, and the atmosphere was just right – eerie and immersive. The clues and puzzles were well thought out, and we were thoroughly entertained trying to escape the asylum. The puzzles were challenging enough to keep us on our toes, but not too difficult that we were unable to make progress. I must give a special shout-out to the game master, who was very friendly and professional. They did an excellent job of setting the mood and providing just the right amount of support when needed. Overall, I would highly recommend the Locked-In escape room to anyone looking for a unique and challenging experience. The Asylum game was a blast, and I am already looking forward to playing another game at the Locked-In in the near future. Thank you for a fantastic time!

I was lucky enough to be invited along to do 'The Asylum' at locked in with a group of friends at work. I had never thought about doing an escape room before as I thought it wasn't my thing. Turns out, I was completely wrong!! It was so well thought out, well presented, and the guy that ran the room was a top bloke! This was a great team-building exercise and also great fun too - would highly recommend - the best part is, there's a second room so we can do it all again - Looking forward to it!

Had an excellent time with my wife at this escape room center this afternoon. The two of us completed Bunker in 57 minutes with no hints, and we found it the perfect mix of challenging and fun! Our host Jamie was brilliant, taking us through the completed run afterwards and commenting on highlights from our attempt. I'd recommend this to anyone with an interest in WW2 history and escape rooms! Edit: now done Asylum and honestly it's just as good if not better! 😁 Top quality experience!

Great local venue. We went to see 'Seriously Collins'; a Phil Collins/Genesis tribute show (well worth going to see). The venue bar is reasonably priced and well stocked. The volunteer staff are all helpful and friendly. The productions including sound and lighting are really professional. There is a large car park available, or plenty of on road free parking nearby. The car park is well lit. My only criticism is that the venue was far too hot 🥵

Brilliant production of Love from a stranger by Agatha Christie and Frank Vosper. Seats were very comfortable and staff were very polite.

I love this place, we have been going to the panto here for years and now our children are part of the performances, such a wonderful supportive team - thank you.

Brilliant community theatre. Friendly staff, mainly volunteers I think, good tiered seating and they put on some excellent events.

Went to see Far from home saturday evening absolutely wonderful the cast were so so good Well done everybody who was involved in this production

Been here twice now great evenings. One for a David Bowie tribute act and the other was rock anthems both smashing performances

Small venue for a gig, but they put on a great experience. Saw the Strawbs + guests for a warm up to the Fairport Convention Cropedy this weekend. Plenty of old and new material to enjoy. Dave Cousins voice in good order for the weekend and great to see John Ford as well.

This park is nice, and with beautiful green spaces for kids to exert their energy. The play facilities are mostly for children.

I went there the first time on 7 December 2019, but the hours say (Monday 24 hours <wow>, Tuesday to Sunday 12:39pm to Midnight <12:00am> <wow>. This good way to use the playground. You know I'm a local guide, I have did a video, not when I am a local guide. I still like this playground <wow>.

Good range of play equipment for older and younger kids. Zip line climbing frames also exercise area with lots equipment. Tea rooms close by for teas and coffee etc. Toilets also nearby. Good large grass area adjacent for football etc.

All equipment replaced a couple of years ago area for younger children,area for older outdoor gym area .And a swing for a disabled child in a wheelchair,also a cafe for hot cold drinks food and ice cream. Plus a large area of green open place for play .and a restored fountain .one of the council's better projects

A nice family park at the side of Radnor Park. There's a good selection of play areas for children of all ages, including an enclosed area for the smaller ones. Does get muddy after its rained. There's a cafe and toilets nearby which are handy and a good few parking spaces along the road.

Good quality but I broke my arm on the fireman's pole🫤

Lovely open play area for older kids and smaller unclosed area for smaller kids. Lovely place ❤️ clean and has a small cafe but avoid park toilets at all cost and use the cafe ones

Excellent golf course, greens superb, the back nine very different from the front nine, and trust me on a hot day you'll understand why they call the 17th the heart attack hole! Fantastic views of St Mary's Bay and Dungeness, staff friendly and efficient, breakfast was above average. If you are senior or have mobility issues would highly recommend booking a buggy. Didn't have any issues with waiting at tee's. The only down side was that the compressor had packed up on the 9th hole bar but soft drinks were still available.

Played recently mid week,first time on the course.i honestly can say I loved it ,condition was excellent staff very friendly and I've told everyone that should play it.Every course has a signature hole this had loads very impressed.

Great golf course with some picturesque and challenging holes.Greens and fairways in good condition in November. Pro shop and hospitality staff are all really friendly. Great value , thoroughly recommnded

Excellent course, gret bar staff and lunvh was lovely

We live on Cliff Road. During the lockdowns in the Pandemic we were so lucky to be walking with our kids at this beautiful golf course. We've practiced here before but the opportunity to walk here when people don't play is just amazing 👍👍👍

Great club, great course. Recent changes to the course are spectacular.

Very welcoming and friendly reception from the pro shop. The course is very well maintained and in a good condition. Challenging hilly slopes and sometimes requiring a blind shot. It has the best view for a golf course in Kent! My local favourite course.