Location: Folkestone
Top Things to do in Folkestone
What to do and see in Folkestone, England: The Best Things to do Good for Big Groups
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. Terlingham Vineyard
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 28 reviews
Terlingham is a boutique, family-run vineyard in Kent producing natural wines. We love sharing our wines and vineyard and invite you to join us for a guided walk through the vineyard followed by a wine tasting held in our vineyard accompanied by a selection of cheeses and breads, tea or coffee and a slice of our cake of the day. Our Rooms at the Winery has reopened for accommodation this year. We have 3 beautiful luxurious en-suite bedrooms rooms, each with their own entrance, dining table, microwave, mini fridge, etc. Book on line or call us for availability.
Reviewed By K7272FRpaulc
Lovely cheeseboard with great wine to accompany it..very informative talk about organic wine production
2. HyperSpace Laser Tag
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 17 reviews
Reviewed By jadet734
Just a great way to spend time with the family fun for all the ages! Nan was loving it and so were the kids.
3. Escape60
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 61 reviews
Two themed escape rooms for an immersive experience. Game 1 =Serial killers lair Game 2 = The Compactor
Reviewed By I3638ZWjamiep - Folkestone, United Kingdom
Mum, dad, sister and myself went as a team and it was just amazing!! we had just great fun doing the room Staff were really friendly ♡♡ definitely going back there again. 100% will recommend!!
4. Kent Battle of Britain Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 701 reviews
Reviewed By Mumsynanna - Surrey, United Kingdom
Took my wife, daughter and grandchildren and we all had a most interesting time. There is an incredible amount of items on display, and the layout means you are discovering something new around the each section without being overwhelmed with exhibits. The whole experience is well balanced from both RAF and German perspective's and gives an enthralling insight into the lives of those that took part in the Battle of Britain. The volunteers running the museum were very friendly, and only too ready to help. The no photo rule is not a problem, and should not discourage anyone from visiting the museum. Leave your camera in the car, and immerse yourself with the exhibits on display. When leaving, we collected our cameras, and we had our photos taken with the Hurricanes outside by the volunteers. I highly recommend a visit to this museum, and look forward to returning in next year when it re-opens.
5. Sunny Sands
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 219 reviews
Reviewed By surenjoy - Greater London, United Kingdom
we visited Folkestone beach it’s a lovely beach with crystal clear waters and they have cafe and ice cream shop close at beach ???? and paddle board hire directly next to it. The raised walk way runs along the end of the beach with stairs leading to the east cliff, built under the walkway is a series of quirky tunnels that if your get there early enough to claim one, offer the ideal shade out the sun. The beach further down one end is covered in rocks and at low tide is perfect for rock pool and crabbing.
6. Lower Leas Coastal Park
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4.5 based on 998 reviews
New measures have been introduced by Folkestone & Hythe District Council in response to the sheer numbers of people visiting the Lower Leas Coastal Park. These measures include: Banning barbecues in the Coastal Park with immediate effect. BBQ pods have been removed. Refreshing the double yellow lines along Radnor Cliff Road. Installing a lockable barrier on the Coastal Park car park and close this overnight from 8pm - 8am to discourage groups from staying late into the evening. We are unable to release any vehicles over night. Installing additional signage and exploring the use of large electronic signage located at various points in the district/access points to the park areas. Increasing the amount of enforcement and advisory officers to give a higher visual presence. We will be issuing warnings - and potentially fines - to anyone acting in a way that negatively impacts on others.
Reviewed By clottieYorkshire - North Yorkshire, United Kingdom
This park is along the cliff and under cliff of Folkestone and provides a lovely green walk between the town above and the sea below. It is a pretty Victorian experience - an amphitheatre with the sea as a backdrop; attractively planted flower beds; a zig-zag path up the cliff through the the trees to the bandstand on the esplanade above. And all the time, the sea and pebble beaches stretching out to give lovely views. What a treat - and all for free. I wonder if the funicular railway/lift works in the summer to complete the back-in-time experience.
7. Quarterhouse
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4.5 based on 74 reviews
Reviewed By C2745NCgordonm
An excellent discussion-led update on providing access to the work of this truly great poet. Catherine Heaney (daughter of Seamus), gave a detailed account of why and how there is now so much access to his lifetime of work. Very human, very warm. The new collection of 100 poems, across his poetry career will be welcomed by all. Adrian Dunbar added brilliantly to the show. His reading of personal favourites was the perfect accompaniment to the flow of the show. He gave of himself and it was powerful, emotional. Well done to the curators of the Folkstone book festival; a truly fascinating event.
8. Kipps' Alehouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 57 reviews
Situated at the top of the Old High Street in the Creative Quarter of Folkestone. Kipps' Alehouse offers cask real ale, served from a glass enclosed and cooled stillage. Real ciders served at room temperature, a good variety of wines, including Port served with Stilton and Fino Sherry with salted almonds. The Alehouse also offers three red, three white and two Rose grape varieties. Food is served from the bar with a range of Whole World Food tasty snacks and meals. Kipps follows the ethos of the micro-pub where conversation is key, so be assured of a warm welcome if you come to visit us. Lastly we sell some brilliant specilaity ales on draught.
Reviewed By paultQ2052FU - Barnsley, United Kingdom
Called in for an anniversary drink, been in before and loved it. Had a couple of beers each and nachos. Wow, loved them. There's a good vibe here and a good selection of craft, German and Belgium beer with a selection of cider, wines and gin
9. Leas Cliff Hall
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 148 reviews
Leas Cliff Hall is an entertainment and function venue situated in Folkestone, on the Kent coast of England. The Grand Hall seats 900 and it has a standing capacity of 1500. There is currently a varied programme of touring shows including concerts, comedy, ballet and family alongside an annual pantomime. The Channel Suite caters for a wide range of events including parties, weddings, functions and meetings.
Reviewed By familytrips2017 - Weston super Mare, United Kingdom
Visited Leas Cliff Hall to see the 2019 pantomime it’s such a beautiful building, helpful friendly staff and was a great pantomime with a very talented cast/crew. Highly recommended. Loved all the lights around the building.
10. The Leas Bandstand
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 71 reviews
Reviewed By barberjd - Folkestone, United Kingdom
The venue is ideallic. The atmosphere relaxing and pleasant in the summer sun and gentle breeze on the Leas. Music of all kinds to suit all ages is played. Deckchairs are put out for your convenience. Magical
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