Folkestone and Hythe
Properties and events in Folkestone and Hythe
Before heading out for your Heritage Open Days visit, please check entries for last-minute changes.
A Guided Tour of the History and Architecture of Folkestone’s Parish Church
Explore over a thousand years of history inside Folkestone’s oldest building and discover how St Eanswythe’s legacy and the church’s evolving architecture shaped the town.
CWGC Tours 2026 - Shorncliffe Military Cemetery - Tour 1
Join the Commonwealth War Graves Commission for a free tour of Shorncliffe Military Cemetery. Tour 1 will focus on the work of the CWGC and the cemetery and will be led by one of our experienced volunteer tour guides.
Explore the Bayle: Folkestone’s Oldest Quarter Through History and Stone
Step into the Bayle’s hidden corners and trace how geology, people, and place shaped Folkestone across the centuries on a relaxed, story‑rich walk through its ancient lanes.
Explore the Bayle: Folkestone’s Oldest Quarter Through History and Stone
Step into the Bayle’s hidden corners and trace how geology, people, and place shaped Folkestone across the centuries on a relaxed, story‑rich walk through its ancient lanes.
St Eanswythe's Festival
This year’s festival will unfold as a week‑long celebration, beginning with St Eanswythe’s Fair and continuing with a rich programme of services, guided walks, heritage tours, and community events throughout the week.
Step back in time: The history of Folkestone’s Town Cross and its predecessors
Explore centuries of power, faith, and intrigue at Folkestone’s ancient cross in a lively, small‑group talk that uncovers how this hillside shaped the town’s story.
Step Inside the Story of the Attwood Clock
Step inside St Mary & St Eanswythe’s to explore Folkestone’s 500‑year‑old tower clock mechanism and the extraordinary craftsmanship behind its long, intricate history.