10 Things to Do in Folkestone That You Shouldn't Miss

March 3, 2018 Ying Subia

Folkestone (/ˈfoʊkstən/ FOHK-stən) is a port town on the English Channel, in Kent, south-east England. The town lies on the southern edge of the North Downs at a valley between two cliffs. It was an important harbour and shipping port for most of the 19th and 20th centuries.
Restaurants in Folkestone

1. Lower Leas Coastal Park

Lower Sandgate Road, Folkestone CT20 2JP, England +44 1303 853681
Excellent
75%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 798 reviews

Lower Leas Coastal Park

Reviewed By DrAnnaSG - Canterbury, United Kingdom

We take our grandchildren ages 4 and 6 here all the time. Great experiences for them and all for free. There are wonderful flowers and shrubs and wildflower places and stunning sea views. There is always something to look at. We highly recommend this place for parents and grandparents who do not want to spend a fortune but want their little ones to be safe and active. It’s not often you get a facility like this for free

2. Kent Battle of Britain Museum

Aerodrome Road, Hawkinge, Folkestone CT18 7AG, England +44 1303 893140
Excellent
68%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 467 reviews

Kent Battle of Britain Museum

Reviewed By sallyanne C - Blackpool, United Kingdom

Thought we would visit a museum on our doorstep. Fantastic for a rainy day. Cameras are not allowed. Ask a member of staff to take a family photo for you, they are very helpful :)

3. Battle of Britain Memorial

New Dover Road | Folkestone, Capel-le-Ferne CT18 7JJ, England +44 1303 249292
Excellent
75%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 623 reviews

Battle of Britain Memorial

A Memorial to the men of the Battle of Britain alongside a modern interpretation centre that brings to life the victory 'the Few' achieved over the Luftwaffe in 1940. A place of quiet pilgrimage coupled with a high-tech and interactive visitor centre - plus fantastic views over The Channel from our first-floor cafe. Shop and coach parking.

Reviewed By Alison23lufbra - Loughborough, United Kingdom

A new visitor centre built next to the previous one on a beautiful hilltop site.. the is s good car park and a basic cafe with stunning views across the sea. Limited menu but still worth a visit to the exhibition and shop as well as cafe.

4. Sandgate Beach

Sandgate Esplanade, Sandgate, Folkestone, England
Excellent
50%
Good
37%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 140 reviews

Sandgate Beach

Reviewed By Jerryful2013 - Sandgate, United Kingdom

We live within walking distance of the beach but never tire of being there. Lovely cafe's and pubs are plentiful Interesting shops add to the attraction. At night if it is clear the twinkling lights of France add to the enchantment

5. Crypt of St. Leonard

Oak Walk, Hythe CT21 5DN, England +44 1303 262370
Excellent
66%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 191 reviews

Crypt of St. Leonard

Reviewed By Peter P - Andover, United Kingdom

We have visited a couple of other Churches around the world with similar collections and they are always fascinating, well worth a pound to see, if you are in Hythe try not to miss it

6. Inn Doors Micropub

96 Sandgate High Street, Sandgate, Folkestone CT20 3BY, England +44 7958 474473
Excellent
88%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 50 reviews

Inn Doors Micropub

Reviewed By JordansKent - Folkestone, United Kingdom

What a great atmosphere this place has. Went in on a Saturday night and it was packed out. Staff friendly and a good choice of drinks.So glad you enjoyed it. Thank you for your lovely review.

7. The Leas Promenade

Leas Cliff Hall The Leas, Folkestone CT20 2DZ, England
Excellent
58%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 466 reviews

The Leas Promenade

Reviewed By Hanger999

As promenades go this is peaceful and quiet with good views out to see. Plenty of seats, very little traffic on the road (which is set back from the walkway). Some refreshment places along the way too. Gentle uphill gradient away from town.

8. Enbrook Park

Enbrook Park Sandgate High Street, Sandgate, Folkestone CT20 3SE, England
Excellent
67%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 12 reviews

Enbrook Park

Reviewed By ABEONAS - Folkestone, United Kingdom

Lovely walk away from the road not far from the Golden Valley shopping centre. Decent path , a great walk listening to the Enbrook stream passing by under the shadow of the Saga building leading to Sandgate

9. The Ship Inn Bar

65 Sandgate High Street, Sandgate, Folkestone CT20 3AH, England +44 1303 248525
Excellent
38%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
7%
Terrible
11%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 27 reviews

The Ship Inn Bar

Reviewed By Hannah B

I used to love this pub, and restaurant. But sadly the staff recently have taken a massive turn for the worse. They are extremely miserable, unwelcoming, unhelpful. I don't really have anything positive to say other than - great location in the summer and please get some better staff!

10. Folkestone Harbour Arm

The Station House Folkestone Harbour, Folkestone CT20 1QH, England +44 7977 989965
Excellent
42%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
4%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 1 reviews

Folkestone Harbour Arm

Closed for the winter months

Reviewed By dean10102013 - Worcester, United Kingdom

Great panoramic views of Folkestone Harbour, the old railway bridge now pedestrianised so all can benefit from it. The Station is being refurbished with added seasonal shops etc.The Old High Street offers a variety of Art, Cultural shops and restaurants.

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