After Dunkirk Ramsgate Town Trail
Custom House, Harbour Parade, Ramsgate, Kent, CT11 8LP
Start on the West Cliff, walk through the town centre to the town's Grade II* listed Royal Harbour - the only official Harbour of Refuge in the UK.
* See After Dunkirk” Art Show, Vincent’s Café in Regency Spencer Square (21st September only)
* Learn about the Dunkirk Memorial Window at Grade I listed St George’s Church and watch "The Ramsgate Spirit" film in the Crypt
* Follow the “After Dunkirk” displays and the “Tommy Trail" in the town centre
* Visit the restored Dunkirk Memorial, Pier Yard, Royal Harbour, first unveiled by Vera Lynn in 2002
* Learn all about Ramsgate's unique role and its place as "The Heart of the Dunkirk Little Ships" from "The Ramsgate Story' artwork at the display next to the Clock House in the Royal Harbour
* View the Standing With Giants panels in the Royal Harbour and on Beach Walk next to the Ramsgate Tunnels
* Visit Ramsgate Tunnels, see their exhibitions, take a tour and learn how the people of the town survived the devastating Ramsgate Blitz of 24 August 1940.
Available anytime
Custom House, Harbour Parade, Ramsgate, Kent, CT11 8LP
This is a walking tour, mainly flat, but some parts may not be fully accessible. Accessible public toilets are available along the route.
Part of the UK Heritage Harbours "Transformed by War 1939-1945: Coastal Communities Respond to Attack" national trail. Ramsgate's Royal Harbour has been a national Heritage Harbour since September 2024.