TAKE A WALK WITH A DIFFERENCE
When it comes to going for an invigorating walk or a relaxing stroll, the Thanet coastline and its wonderful promenades take a lot of beating.
Broadstairs Town Walk
The Broadstairs Town Walk takes place every Saturday and Sunday at 2pm( weather permitting) until the end of August. You’ ll learn about 600 years of history while enjoying the sights and sounds of one of the prettiest towns in the country.
Ramsgate Costumed Walks
Take your pick from four different guided historical walks with costumed guides giving you plenty of fascinating information. These walks take place every Tuesday in July at 7pm.
Ramsgate Blitz Walks
On the first Sunday of each month at 10am, as well as Fridays at 7pm during July and August, you can hear the story of Ramsgate during WWII as you walk around the town.
St Peter’ s Village Tour
This award-winning tour with a fun and colourful cast of costumed characters really does bring the past to live in a vivid way. Village tours will take place on 3rd, 5th, 12th, 19th and 26th July, and donations of £ 4 are appreciated.
The walk takes around 2.5 hours and booking is essential. You can read more about this tour and others at www. villagetour. co. uk.
Self-Guided Walks
The self-guided walks are ideal for those who want to go at their own pace and discover things for themselves, and there are lots to choose from. You can discover more at www. visitthanet. co. uk / see-and-do / activeand-outdoors / walking-and-cycling.
LISTEN TO GREAT MUSIC
Everyone is different, everyone’ s musical tastes are unique, and that’ s why Thanet’ s wonderful musical offerings are so diverse.
Skagate Weekend // 6-8 Jul // Margate
For those who love ska, this weekend is full of the best of it. This is original 60’ s-style ska, reggae and soul, and there will be many live performances as well as guest DJ spots.
Seaside Shuffle // 13-15 Jul // Ramsgate
This traditional jazz festival takes places at the Small Boat Owners Club in Ramsgate. Weekend passes cost £ 60.
Ramsgate Music Hall
This intimate venue for 130 people offers a huge variety of musical events. Highlights for
the summer include Quadrophenia night with Absolute Kinks live.
Dreamland
Sunset sessions at Dreamland include Lee Scratch Perry, Hawkwind and Orbital Live.
Broadstairs Bandstand
Through July and August, you will be able to enjoy a number of excellent free concerts at the Broadstairs Bandstand.
Margate Soul Festival Weekend // 3-5 Aug
August sees the return of the ever popular Margate Soul Festival. The general weekend tickets are £ 69, and day passes start at £ 27.50.
Broadstairs Folk Festival // 10-17 Aug
Now in its 53rd incredible year, the Broadstairs Folk Festival is‘ folk music by the sea’ and is always a lot of fun.
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St Peter’ s Village Tour
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