Folkestone And Back

The Complete Visitor's Guide To Folkestone

Folkestone And Back - Folkestone Attractions

Folkestone has a charming range of attractions that offers something for the whole family. Attractions include:

Folkestone Downs White Horse Landmark
The White Horse Landmark in Folkestone

Pleasure Beach
Folkestone offers a traditional seaside experience to families, with all that entails, including fun amusements and an old fashioned roller coaster.

Leas Cliff Hall Theatre
Leas Cliff Hall is Folkestone's main entertainment venue, which attracts a great selection of high profile acts. Performances in 2007 are coming from McFly, Rufus Wainwright, Beverly Knight and Jim Davidson.

East Cliff and Warren Country Park
The Country Park is open all year around and is home to a fantastic array of wildlife, and is actually the only site in Kent where the grayling butterfly can still be found. Facilies on site include a cafe and campsite.

The White Horse landmark
The White Horse Landmark took five years to build, with construction ending in 2003.

Leas Cliff Lift
The popular Leas Cliff Lift is one of the oldest water balanced lifts in the UK, and is easily accessible from the seaside. Definitely worth checking out.

Lower Leas Coastal Park
Lower Leas Coastal park has been lovingly restored from its Victorian heyday. It's got plenty of interesting pathways and trails, as well as a fantastic children's playground and amphitheatre which is the setting for music and entertainment throughout the summer.

Romney, Hythe and Dymchurch Railway
This world famous miniature railway runs from Hythe down to Dungeness lighthouse, covering 13.5 miles. In 2007, the railway celebrates 80 years of service and is a must see attraction for visitors to the area.

Other attractions include:

  • Romney Marsh Nature Reserve
  • Dungeness Lighthouse and lifeboat station
  • Folkestone Harbour