ONCE THE HOME OF ARISTOCRATS, NOW THE HOME OF ARTISTS
Life in Folkestone combines beautiful architecture, a buzzing creative scene and award-winning restaurants. Life is framed by panoramic ocean views and all around you is the Garden of England.
a favourite resort of edwardian england
In times gone by, King Edward V11 would pop by for tea, the Orient Express would stop en route to the continent and Fortnum & Mason delivered fresh fruit daily to The Grand Hotel.
nature on your doorstep
Artists of all sorts now call Folkestone home, drawn by the light, the sea, the history and the people.
THE GARDEN OF ENGLAND
In the surrounding landscape explore vineyards and country parks, award-winning golf courses and charming villages nestled in the South Downs.
LIFE ON THE OCEAN
On the water enjoy dinghy sailing, yachting, kayaking, kitesurfing and more, all on your doorstep.
A TOWN WITH A SOUL
Folkestone has a thriving cultural calendar. The Folkestone Triennial is an important moment in the British contemporary art scene and the town has a museum quality collection of outdoor sculpture. Music, art, film, theatre and dance spread across the town with live performances almost every day and night.
