life in folkestone
“the best place to live in the south east”
Once the home of aristocrats, now the home of artists, life in Folkestone combines a buzzing creative scene with award-winning restaurants, cafés and bars - all framed by panoramic ocean views and surrounded by the Garden of England.
the perfect base
for coastal living
The cobbled streets of the Creative Quarter and the carefully restored Folkestone Harbour are the beating hearts of the town, home to a wide range of independent shops, galleries, restaurants and cafes. The Leas and the ‘West End’ bring a touch of Edwardian glamour to life in Folkestone whilst the Lower Leas Country Park and the Warrens ensure that nature is just a stroll away.
With excellent transport links to both the capital and the continent, Folkestone is the perfect base for coastal living.
NATURE ON
YOUR DOORSTEP
The light, the sea and the rolling countryside make the coastline around Folkestone some of the most beautiful in the country.
a favourite resort of edwardian england
In times gone by, King Edward VII 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.
LIFE ON THE sea
Sea swimming & wellness
Local swimmers gather daily at Mermaid Beach, a sheltered coastal spot located just a five-minute walk from Shoreline. It is also home to the new Sea Scrub Saunas beach spa.
Sailing & mooring
Boat owners can access dedicated moorings right inside the historic Folkestone Harbour, while the nearby Hythe Sailing Club offers extensive dinghy racing and training.
Windsurfing, kite surfing & foiling
The unique wind conditions off the Folkestone coast make it a premier hub for active wing foiling, windsurfing, and kite surfing.
The Folkestone Sea Sports Centre
Based on The Stade, just 5 minutes walk from Shoreline. This has SUP and kayaking facilities with wet suits and buoyancy aids to hire.
THE GARDEN OF ENGLAND
In the surrounding landscape explore vineyards and country parks, award-winning golf courses and charming villages nestling in the South Downs.
retiring in folkestone
For retirees looking to settle down in a vibrant coastal town, there are all sorts of activities going on throughout the year in Folkestone. From a thriving internationally renowned Book Festival, arts festivals and galleries, live music, historical societies as well as a thriving independent food scene.
There are weekly free films shown at the Harbour Arm during the summer months, along with their own take on Oktoberfest - Wunderharbour, and the ever popular Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever with thousands of people dressed in red to dance to Kate Bush's famous song.
