SUZY'S GUIDEBOOK
Historic Interest
Walmer Castle and Gardens are a wonderful English Heritage gem, and fascinating for visitors of all ages. The interior is beautiful and packed with local history. Once you've explored the house and gardens, you can picnic in the grounds or eat at the cafe. We have even enjoyed sheltering under the trees in the pouring rain! It's entertaining, lovely, and highly recommended
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Walmer Castle and Gardens
Kingsdown RoadWalmer Castle and Gardens are a wonderful English Heritage gem, and fascinating for visitors of all ages. The interior is beautiful and packed with local history. Once you've explored the house and gardens, you can picnic in the grounds or eat at the cafe. We have even enjoyed sheltering under the trees in the pouring rain! It's entertaining, lovely, and highly recommended
This is such an interesting castle, and only a short walk from the house. It is billed by English Heritage as 'one of the finest artillery castles in England'. Henry VIII ordered it to be built as a defence when he was concerned about the security of his realm. There is masses to look at!
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Castillo de Deal
Marine RoadThis is such an interesting castle, and only a short walk from the house. It is billed by English Heritage as 'one of the finest artillery castles in England'. Henry VIII ordered it to be built as a defence when he was concerned about the security of his realm. There is masses to look at!
The Grade II listed Deal Timeball Tower was built in 1820. It has recently been renovated. It is programmed to drop at 13:00 every day, and it's so exciting to see it in action and to think of its history. The time signal allowed ships in the area to check the accuracy of their chronometers in order that they could navigate accurately. Do visit this lovely Tower. You can tie it into a trip to The Pier Kitchen!
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Deal Timeball Tower
The Grade II listed Deal Timeball Tower was built in 1820. It has recently been renovated. It is programmed to drop at 13:00 every day, and it's so exciting to see it in action and to think of its history. The time signal allowed ships in the area to check the accuracy of their chronometers in order that they could navigate accurately. Do visit this lovely Tower. You can tie it into a trip to The Pier Kitchen!
Dover Castle is dazzling! There are over 80 acres of castle grounds to explore, and this magnificent, ancient fortress has secret wartime tunnels, film footage, and special effects. There is so much to look at that you may need to set aside a day. They have even recreated a WWI Signalling Station. It is well worth a visit
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Dover Castle
Castle Hill RoadDover Castle is dazzling! There are over 80 acres of castle grounds to explore, and this magnificent, ancient fortress has secret wartime tunnels, film footage, and special effects. There is so much to look at that you may need to set aside a day. They have even recreated a WWI Signalling Station. It is well worth a visit
The Grange was build by Augustus Pugin in 1845. It is set in its own private garden, and Pugin designed it for his family to live in. The interiors are jewel like and fascinating, and this is a very peaceful space. Pugin also built St Augustine's Church, in the shadow of The Presbytery next door. This is a real treat.
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The Grange
Saint Augustine's RoadThe Grange was build by Augustus Pugin in 1845. It is set in its own private garden, and Pugin designed it for his family to live in. The interiors are jewel like and fascinating, and this is a very peaceful space. Pugin also built St Augustine's Church, in the shadow of The Presbytery next door. This is a real treat.
The Grotto is a Grade I listed winding, subterranean passageway, and is utterly awe inspiring. The walls and roof are covered in about 4.6 million seashells. No one knows whether it is a Pagan grotto or a Regency Folly, so its origins remain a mystery. It is quite dark in places, with uneven floors and ceilings.
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Shell Grotto
33 Grotto HillThe Grotto is a Grade I listed winding, subterranean passageway, and is utterly awe inspiring. The walls and roof are covered in about 4.6 million seashells. No one knows whether it is a Pagan grotto or a Regency Folly, so its origins remain a mystery. It is quite dark in places, with uneven floors and ceilings.
This is so uplifting and beautiful. Apart from the obvious architectural and historic merits, it touches and nourishes the soul
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Canterbury Cathedral Archives
11 The PrecinctsThis is so uplifting and beautiful. Apart from the obvious architectural and historic merits, it touches and nourishes the soul
A wonderful memorial which lists all those known to have taken part in The Battle of Britain. There is a replica Spitfire and a Hurricane. Lots to look at and do, including an interactive Scramble Experience. There is a shop, and a first floor cafe which looks out over the channel
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Battle of Britain Memorial
New Dover RoadA wonderful memorial which lists all those known to have taken part in The Battle of Britain. There is a replica Spitfire and a Hurricane. Lots to look at and do, including an interactive Scramble Experience. There is a shop, and a first floor cafe which looks out over the channel
Culture and The Arts
Margate is home to Turner Contemporary which was built in 2011. The gallery celebrates the connection with painter J.M.W. Turner. There are lots of programmes, events and a range of exhibitions
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Turner Contemporary
RendezvousMargate is home to Turner Contemporary which was built in 2011. The gallery celebrates the connection with painter J.M.W. Turner. There are lots of programmes, events and a range of exhibitions
A beautiful, light filled gallery with a great rotation of exhibitions and events
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Linden Hall Studio
32 St George's RdA beautiful, light filled gallery with a great rotation of exhibitions and events
Creative Folkestone
Mill BayFolkestone Triennial returns in 2024
This is the cultural heart of Folkestone, and home to an amazing community of artists and creatives. The streets are lined with galleries and workshops
Open quarter runs from Friday 1st July 2022 until Sunday 3rd 2022
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The Creative Quarter
34 The Old High StThis is the cultural heart of Folkestone, and home to an amazing community of artists and creatives. The streets are lined with galleries and workshops
Open quarter runs from Friday 1st July 2022 until Sunday 3rd 2022
Fantastic brass band concerts are held throughout the summer at 14:30. It’s fun to take a picnic and listen to this lovely music by the sea.
On 22nd September 1989 the IRA exploded a bomb at the Royal Marines School of Music in Deal that killed 11 Musicians and seriously injured 11 more
Deal Memorial Bandstand was built in their memory
Deal Memorial Bandstand
The StrandFantastic brass band concerts are held throughout the summer at 14:30. It’s fun to take a picnic and listen to this lovely music by the sea.
On 22nd September 1989 the IRA exploded a bomb at the Royal Marines School of Music in Deal that killed 11 Musicians and seriously injured 11 more
Deal Memorial Bandstand was built in their memory
A beautiful, art deco cinema which hosts both classics and blockbusters. A real treat.
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Empire Cinema Sandwich
Delf StreetA beautiful, art deco cinema which hosts both classics and blockbusters. A real treat.
Food scene
Little Rock is a really fun, destination fish restaurant on the beach in Folkestone. Palm trees and a terrace with views of the sea. It'll get you in holiday mode, but do book in advance!
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Little Rock Folkestone
Little Rock is a really fun, destination fish restaurant on the beach in Folkestone. Palm trees and a terrace with views of the sea. It'll get you in holiday mode, but do book in advance!
The Lighthouse Champagne Bar
Harbour Approach RoadThis is fun and popular
A big hit with everyone who visits! Highly recommended
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Folkestone Wine Company
5 Church StA big hit with everyone who visits! Highly recommended
Antiques and cocktails. A closely guarded insider's tip and a fantastic speakeasy!
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The Potting Shed
34 Rendezvous StAntiques and cocktails. A closely guarded insider's tip and a fantastic speakeasy!
Super stylish architecture and great location for this fishy delight
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Rocksalt
4-5 Fish MarketSuper stylish architecture and great location for this fishy delight
Fantastic reviews all round. Described as 'seafood heaven' by Tom Parker Bowles, who went on to say 'whatever they do, it's magic'. Angela's is a big favourite. Unassuming and brilliant. People 'in the know' who live in Deal will do anything to get a table!
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Angela's
21 The ParadeFantastic reviews all round. Described as 'seafood heaven' by Tom Parker Bowles, who went on to say 'whatever they do, it's magic'. Angela's is a big favourite. Unassuming and brilliant. People 'in the know' who live in Deal will do anything to get a table!
Described by Marina O'Loughlin as 'A beacon of loveliness', Sargasso is a 'must book', and a star player amongst the culinary delights of Margate
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SARGASSO
Stone PierDescribed by Marina O'Loughlin as 'A beacon of loveliness', Sargasso is a 'must book', and a star player amongst the culinary delights of Margate
The Folkestone Harbour Arm is packed with delights. Eating, drinking, shopping, people watching.
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Folkestone Harbour Arm
Harbour Approach RoadThe Folkestone Harbour Arm is packed with delights. Eating, drinking, shopping, people watching.
The King's Head is a firm favourite. The staff are always really lovely, unfailingly professional, and the food is great. It's fairly priced, and lively. The TV's are pretty loud when there are big sports events! It serves food on Sunday nights which is fantastic
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Kings Head
9 Beach StThe King's Head is a firm favourite. The staff are always really lovely, unfailingly professional, and the food is great. It's fairly priced, and lively. The TV's are pretty loud when there are big sports events! It serves food on Sunday nights which is fantastic
A pub on the beach! You can walk along the sea to The Zetland, or hire bikes from Hut 55. They serve food. Great beach location.
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Zetland Arms
Wellington ParadeA pub on the beach! You can walk along the sea to The Zetland, or hire bikes from Hut 55. They serve food. Great beach location.
The architecture is a joy and the atmosphere is great. Perfect for dining or grazing on top of the sea, at any time of day. You may have to queue during peak times
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Deal Pier Kitchen
Beach StreetThe architecture is a joy and the atmosphere is great. Perfect for dining or grazing on top of the sea, at any time of day. You may have to queue during peak times
The food is fantastic, the atmosphere cosy and fun, and the wine list is the best for miles around
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The Dog at Wingham
Canterbury RoadThe food is fantastic, the atmosphere cosy and fun, and the wine list is the best for miles around
Al’s Bakery is a traditional bakery, and a massive favourite with locals and visitors. There’s always a queue but it’s worth the wait. White bloomers and sausage rolls are a highlight!
Al's
50 High StAl’s Bakery is a traditional bakery, and a massive favourite with locals and visitors. There’s always a queue but it’s worth the wait. White bloomers and sausage rolls are a highlight!
The Sicilian
2 Stanhope RdLow key, much admired and very good. Authentic Italian food by the sea
Friendly, happy, helpful staff and brilliant fish and chips which you can take straight onto the beach. Our favourite fish and chip shop. Try the pea fritters!
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Walmer Fish & Chips
36 The StrandFriendly, happy, helpful staff and brilliant fish and chips which you can take straight onto the beach. Our favourite fish and chip shop. Try the pea fritters!
Good food. Good wine. Reasonably priced and you can eat outside or by the cosy fire. Lovely
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The Marquis Of Granby
Alkham Valley RoadGood food. Good wine. Reasonably priced and you can eat outside or by the cosy fire. Lovely
Includes Monday night dining!!! Obviously it’s crammed and the incredible food, and whole jolly experience means it is lively, sparkling and full of life
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The True Briton
24 Harbour StIncludes Monday night dining!!! Obviously it’s crammed and the incredible food, and whole jolly experience means it is lively, sparkling and full of life
Widely reviewed and awarded. People visit from miles around. It is featured in the 2020 Michelin Guide.
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Frog And Scot
86 High StWidely reviewed and awarded. People visit from miles around. It is featured in the 2020 Michelin Guide.
A Deal classic which Jay Rayner has just included in his '20 of the best' fish and chips list for The Guardian (05/06/22). It's very good indeed!
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Middle Street Fish Bar
78 Middle StA Deal classic which Jay Rayner has just included in his '20 of the best' fish and chips list for The Guardian (05/06/22). It's very good indeed!
A brilliant membership only restaurant run by the wonderful Suzanne and her husband, Scottie. Delicious, seasonal menu. Very popular
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The Dining Club Ltd
69 Middle StA brilliant membership only restaurant run by the wonderful Suzanne and her husband, Scottie. Delicious, seasonal menu. Very popular
Museums
This is a wonderful way to learn more of Deal's amazing maritime past
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Deal Maritime and Local History Museum
22 St George's RdThis is a wonderful way to learn more of Deal's amazing maritime past
Extraordinary. A private collection of African and Asian artefacts and Ethnography. It is amazing and people do enjoy visiting, so it's in The Guidebook. I didn't enjoy seeing all the poor, dead animals so- a caveat - please don't go if you might feel the same, because you may feel as sad as I did
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Powell-Cotton Museum
Extraordinary. A private collection of African and Asian artefacts and Ethnography. It is amazing and people do enjoy visiting, so it's in The Guidebook. I didn't enjoy seeing all the poor, dead animals so- a caveat - please don't go if you might feel the same, because you may feel as sad as I did
Kent Museum of the Moving Image (Kent MOMI)
41 Stanhope RdCafes and Delicatessens
Eva’s Italian delicatessen and cafe is just seconds from the house. Eva is amazing, and you will see her cooking up a storm in the kitchen behind the shop. She has curated a fantastic array of produce and you can have a cup of specialist coffee whilst you choose from a selection of her wonderful food to take home and devour! There are tables and chairs outside the shop should you wish to 'eat in'
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Eva's
61 The StrandEva’s Italian delicatessen and cafe is just seconds from the house. Eva is amazing, and you will see her cooking up a storm in the kitchen behind the shop. She has curated a fantastic array of produce and you can have a cup of specialist coffee whilst you choose from a selection of her wonderful food to take home and devour! There are tables and chairs outside the shop should you wish to 'eat in'
It's just over the road! A really popular outdoor cafe with reasonably priced food. It gets busy!
The Sea Cafe
The StrandIt's just over the road! A really popular outdoor cafe with reasonably priced food. It gets busy!
A jewel in the culinary crown of Deal. This amazing deli has the most fantastic selection of cheeses, preserves, and almost anything you can think of to whet the appetite! It serves specialist coffee and it is so good, there is usually a queue!
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Filberts Foods
87b High StA jewel in the culinary crown of Deal. This amazing deli has the most fantastic selection of cheeses, preserves, and almost anything you can think of to whet the appetite! It serves specialist coffee and it is so good, there is usually a queue!
Pastries, coffee and treats which you can eat on deckchairs on the beach
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Hut 55
Marine RoadPastries, coffee and treats which you can eat on deckchairs on the beach
Paradise. This is a classic ‘99 ice cream parlour and we absolutely love it
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Deal Beach Parlour
57 Beach StParadise. This is a classic ‘99 ice cream parlour and we absolutely love it
Pop Up Cafe
16-18 High StEasy vibe. Hot and cold food. Popular
Goose on the Green
27 The StrandA great cafe which serves breakfast
Hog & Bean
4 Victoria RdSpecialist coffee with a deli
The Shopping Delights of Deal
Oh, how we love The Hoxton Store! It is run by the brilliant Alison who has created a truly fantastic shopping experience. Clothes, scented candles, bottle brushes, trinket trays, sofas and silk scarves. The Hoxton Store can solve any gifting crises in the blink of an eye, and it's a dangerous place to be let loose when you are in the mood for self gifting!
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Hoxton Store
142 High StOh, how we love The Hoxton Store! It is run by the brilliant Alison who has created a truly fantastic shopping experience. Clothes, scented candles, bottle brushes, trinket trays, sofas and silk scarves. The Hoxton Store can solve any gifting crises in the blink of an eye, and it's a dangerous place to be let loose when you are in the mood for self gifting!
This is the most incredible shop where you can buy pretty much everything. It is where the locals go to buy beach shoes to save your feet from the pebbles, wind breaks, gorgeous coloured candles, pyrex dishes and brown paper! We all love Lynda's.
The secret is that there is no one called Lynda - there is even a song dedicated to this
Lynda's
10 Queen StThis is the most incredible shop where you can buy pretty much everything. It is where the locals go to buy beach shoes to save your feet from the pebbles, wind breaks, gorgeous coloured candles, pyrex dishes and brown paper! We all love Lynda's.
The secret is that there is no one called Lynda - there is even a song dedicated to this
The kindest staff who all work tirelessly. A brilliant selection of books if you need some holiday reading. It’s our favourite charity shop
Deal shop - Pilgrims Hospices
128 High StreetThe kindest staff who all work tirelessly. A brilliant selection of books if you need some holiday reading. It’s our favourite charity shop
The Deal Market is unmissable. It’s held every Saturday and is always buzzing with activity
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Deal Saturday Market
High StreetThe Deal Market is unmissable. It’s held every Saturday and is always buzzing with activity
Fantastic indie record label and shop. Apart from a brilliant collection of vinyl, the talented owners serve craft beer, coffee, host music events and organise sell out festivals
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Smugglers Record Shop
9 King StFantastic indie record label and shop. Apart from a brilliant collection of vinyl, the talented owners serve craft beer, coffee, host music events and organise sell out festivals
Food Shops in Deal
World class local fishmonger which makes foodies weak at the knee. The quality of the fish is unbeatable. Get there early before the local hoards buy everything! The dressed crab is addictive
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Jenkins & Son
118-120 High StWorld class local fishmonger which makes foodies weak at the knee. The quality of the fish is unbeatable. Get there early before the local hoards buy everything! The dressed crab is addictive
Bartletts & Whites
21 High StFantastic local greengrocer with lovely staff
Another fantastic local greengrocer with equally lovely staff. In amongst the classics, they have really unusual and delicious produce
J Prentis Greengrocers
35 High StAnother fantastic local greengrocer with equally lovely staff. In amongst the classics, they have really unusual and delicious produce
A lovely, organic grocer. The unstoppable Andy has triumphed again - this time a gorgeous shop filled with fresh, local, organic produce, wines, beers and Susy's home cooked brownies
The Merchant of Relish
119 High StreetA lovely, organic grocer. The unstoppable Andy has triumphed again - this time a gorgeous shop filled with fresh, local, organic produce, wines, beers and Susy's home cooked brownies
Well deserved success for artisan butcher Lizzie Douglas, who won the 2022 BBC Food and Farming Food Producer Award
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The Black Pig
Barnsole RoadWell deserved success for artisan butcher Lizzie Douglas, who won the 2022 BBC Food and Farming Food Producer Award