insideKENT Magazine Issue 170 - June 2026 | Page 58

DIVINE DINING
CULTURAL HOTSPOTS
POMUS Where small plates are infused with creativity, you can enjoy a low-waste, inclusive menu that changes with the seasons. Choose from a range of fresh dishes to share with friends and experience thoughtful cooking in a relaxed environment- make sure to try an award-winning wine or local beer.
THE RADNOR ARMS A recently renovated Victorian pub with a focus on locally sourced
ingredients. Each dish is infused with incredible ingredients from across the county, from the Folkestone Trawlers to local vineyards, so you can enjoy a true taste of Kent.
EL CORTADOR Found on the cobbled high street of the Creative Quarter, experience traditional Spanish tapas dishes that incorporate nourishing ingredients and local produce. This well-loved restaurant and bar is perfect for the summer evenings, offering outdoor dining to soak in the coastal sea air.
Pomus( top left)
The Radnor Arms( bottom left)

Outdoor

Spots
FOLKESTONE HARBOUR ARM Once a salient railway terminal for the Folkestone-Boulogne ferry and departure point for the Western Front, the Harbour Arm plays a pivotal role in Folkestone’ s historical past and is now a contemporary cultural attraction for both visitors and locals. You will be sure to see live music and enjoy over 70 independent food, drink and retail vendors.
CREATIVE FOLKESTONE A progressive arts charity with a focus on celebrating creativity in the heart of Folkestone. There are five key projects transforming the town into a space of opportunity and inspiration, from the Creative Quarter- deemed Folkestone’ s cultural heart with an abundance of galleries, studios, cafes and social spaces- to Folkestone’ s Artworks, which hosts the UK’ s largest urban outdoor exhibition of contemporary art.
QUARTERHOUSE Known as the cultural hub of Folkestone, Quarterhouse is an award-winning performing arts
MUST-SHOP STORES venue. Hosting regular performances with a number of world-renowned artists in theatre, comedy, music and dance throughout the year. Alongside a dedicated film programme, family-friendly shows and workshops, the space is brimming with community spirit.
KENT BATTLE OF BRITAIN MUSEUM Boasting the world’ s largest collection of Battle of Britain memorabilia, wartime enthusiasts and avid explorers can embark on a journey through the museum to discover over 700 crashed aircraft, photographs and various artefacts on display, each one embedded with historical importance.
LOWER LEAS COASTAL PARK A linear park that runs along Folkestone’ s and Sandgate’ s coastline, with award-winning recreational facilities, including the iconic amphitheatre with regular summer performances, this glorious park attracts a wealth of biodiversity due to its own microclimate, with a number of migratory birds and rare species found within the grounds.
FOLKESTONE BOOKSHOP A radical, independent bookshop celebrating the LGBTQ + community with a variety of new and secondhand books for adults and children. Nestle down into a cosy nook with tea or coffee, and get involved with a regular book club, writing groups and crafting sessions.
BOUNCE VINTAGE Your go-to vintage clothes shop, with a quirky feel and welcoming atmosphere. The store has a wide range of high-quality men’ s and women’ s vintage clothes alongside footwear and accessories; you will always leave here with something special.
FOLKESTONE WHOLEFOODS For wellbeing lovers, Folkestone Wholefoods offers a wide range of local goods, from organic breads and fairtrade gifts to plastic-free products. Based in the Creative Quarter, the products aim to meet the needs of any health, dietary and lifestyle choices.
Folkestone Museum( top right) Folkestone Bookshop( bottom right)
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