Thanet

Properties and events in Thanet

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Drapers Windmill

Drapers Windmill, St. Peters Footpath, Margate, Kent, CT9 2SP
In person
Pre-booking not required

Thanet's last working windmill grinding local grain.

Everyday Histories: Ramsgate Craftspeople Royal Harbour & Town Trail

154 High Street, Ramsgate, Kent, CT11 9TT
In person
Pre-booking not required

Learn about the Ramsgate craftspeople who lived and worked on and around the Royal Harbour from the last 300 years on a new guided trail.

Historical Talk and Tour of The Walpole Bay Hotel, Museum and Napery Gallery, Margate

Walpole Bay Hotel, Fifth Avenue, Cliftonville, Margate, Kent, CT9 2JJ
In person
Pre-booking preferred

A talk about the history of The Walpole Bay Hotel, Museum and Napery Gallery followed by a self-guided tour.

Our Lady Star of the Sea

Our Lady Star of the Sea, Broadstairs Road, Broadstairs, Kent, CT10 2RH
In person
Pre-booking not required

The church will remain open for visitors to explore, a history of the church will be available in the hall.

Pierremont Hall

The Princess Victoria Suite, Pierremont Hall Pierremont Park, Pierremont Avenue, Broadstairs, Kent, CT10 1JX
In person
Pre-booking not required

Built in 1785 as a private residence, Pierremont Hall has been home to many and is now open to the community for public and private events.

Pugin's Ramsgate: The Grange and St Edward's Presbytery Open Days

The Grange, St. Augustines Road, Ramsgate, Kent, CT11 9NY
In person
Pre-booking preferred

The Landmark Trust will be opening both The Grange and St Edward's Presbytery in Ramsgate for Heritage Open Days between Friday 11 September - Monday 14 September 2025.

Quex House and Gardens, Home of The Powell-Cotton Museum

Quex Park, Birchington-On-Sea, Kent, CT7 0BH
In person
Pre-booking required

Join us on Sunday 13th September for free entry to The Powell-Cotton Museum, Quex House and Gardens!

Spencer Square - Victorian party

35 Spencer Square, Ramsgate, Kent, CT11 9LD
In person
Pre-booking not required

Our historic Georgian Spencer Square, Ramsgate, in Victorian times: Vincent's café, tennis tournaments and a Victorian fancy dress competition.

St George's Church Ramsgate

St Georges Church, Church Hill, Ramsgate, Kent, CT11 8QY
In person
Pre-booking preferred

Situated at the heart of Ramsgate town centre, St George’s is a glorious Grade I Listed late Georgian church built in 1827, an outstanding feature being its octagonal stone Lantern which served as a navigational aid for shipping in the Channel.

St John's, Margate

St John's Church, Victoria Road, Margate, Kent, CT9 1LG
In person
Pre-booking not required

St John's, Margate, is delighted to welcome visitors to this historic church. Current members will be delighted to meet people with connections to this church, which is well known for civic events, as well as meeting newcomers exploring the area.

The Shrine of St. Augustine & National Pugin Centre

St. Augustines RC Church, St. Augustines Road, Ramsgate, Kent, CT11 9NY
In person
Pre-booking not required

The Shrine of St. Augustine of Canterbury & National Pugin Centre was built by Augustus Welby Pugin in the Gothic Revival architectural design. Pugin is well known for his involvement in designing the Houses of Parliament & Big Ben.

Tracks, Trams and Town: Life in Ramsgate

Ramsgate Tunnels,, Marina Esplanade, Ramsgate, Kent, CT11 8FH
In person
Pre-booking not required

A free exhibition linking transport working lives with everyday home life over a 100 years of Ramsgate Tunnels