COAST: DAYS OUT
Dreamland, Margate
COAST
DAYS OUT
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Dreamland, Margate
Roman Painted House, Dover
The UK’s oldest surviving amusement park featuring
pop-up entertainment, live music, vintage and thrill
rides, street food and several eateries, set against the
scenic backdrop of Margate’s golden sands.
www.dreamland.co.uk
A major Kent archaeological rescue back in the 1970s
dating back to AD200. Featuring five rooms of a major
Roman hotel and additional displays.
www.theromanpaintedhouse.org.uk
Dover Castle, Dover
Walmer Castle, Walmer
Immerse yourself in 2000 years of history and
experience the vibrant colour and opulence of this
medieval English castle, as you are transported to a
world of courtly intrigue and royal ambition.
www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/
dover-castle
Open the door to this charming Tudor castle by the sea;
explore eight acres of magnificent gardens, woodland,
majestic sea views and see the original ‘Wellington
Boots’.
www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/
walmer-castle-and-gardens
Sandwich Wildlife Park
Turner Contemporary, Margate
By appointment only, animal park, not open to walk
in visitors. This sister park of Wingham Wildlife Park,
offers exclusive close encounter animal experiences.
One of the UK’s leading art galleries, presenting a
rolling programme of temporary exhibitions, events
and learning opportunities which make intriguing links
between historic and contemporary art.
www.turnercontemporary.org
Quex Park, Birchington, nr Margate
A bespoke leisure destination for all the family to enjoy
including the Powell-Cotton Museum, play centres,
craft village, paintball, build-a-base and laser rush.
www.quexpark.co.uk
Romney Hythe & Dymchurch Railway, Hythe
World-famous miniature steam railway, set against
the backdrop of Kent’s most picturesque countryside,
making this scenic, coastal journey a totally unique
experience.
www.rhdr.org.uk
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