Welcome to Ramsgate
the UK’s only
Royal Harbour
“Come & visit our beautiful seaside town”
RAMSGATE HAS A LOVELY HARBOUR WITH CAFES & BARS. EXCELLENT SANDY BEACHES, COASTAL WALKS & ACTIVITIES FOR THE MORE ADVENTUROUS.
Welcome to Visit Ramsgate
Ramsgate is home to the only Royal Harbour in the UK – given this status by King George IV because he was so impressed with the hospitality he received in our coastal town, and the same is still true today.
With one of the warmest climates in the UK, there’s a distinct continental feel in the town. Visitors can soak up the cosmopolitan atmosphere in one of the many waterfront bars, cafes and restaurants and enjoy the beautiful architecture and our famous Harbour Arches with stunning views across the marina.
There’s so much to enjoy – relax and explore the eclectic mix of artisan and boutique shops or stroll along our award-winning sandy beaches and shoreline. If you are looking for something more adventurous, why not cycle, canoe or even kitesurf around our stunning chalk cliff coastline, famous the world over.
There’s one thing you can always count on when visiting Ramsgate – and that’s a right Royal welcome!
Ramsgate is a great place to visit in any weather!
Check out the beach guide for
Ramsgate Main Sands tides & weather.
Click here to download our Dog Friendly Beach Map.
Click here to download the Rammy the Raven Map.
What people say…
Just a small selection of what people have said about Ramsgate.
“I Love London and I Love Paris but I am a Child of the Pine Woods and the Sands in Ramsgate”
Vincent Van Gogh
Moved to Ramsgate April 1876
Where to Stay
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Nethercourt Touring Park
Nethercourt Touring Park is a small family fun campsite in Ramsgate, Kent. Open all year and have a utility and laundry room, a small games room, vending machines,…
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Luxury Self-catering Apartment
2 Bed luxury apartment overlooking Ramsgate’s sandy beach. A short walk from the town centre, beautiful Royal Marina and all local attractions.Ramsgate is only 1h 15 mins from…
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Harbour Street Rooms
4 Rooms – 2 Double & 2 Twin single rooms with a shared Kitchen. Each room has a Flatscreen TV & Free Wi-fi. Located on Ramsgate Harbour Street….
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Travel Lodge
Situated just 1 mile from Ramsgate train station, the Ramsgate Seafront hotel is an excellent choice for convenient accommodation in this bustling seaside Kent town. The hotel is perfectly…
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Royal Harbour Hotel
The Royal Harbour Hotel is a delightfully quirky 27-bedroom townhouse hotel that stands on a beautiful Georgian crescent with magnificent views of the harbour and sea. The hotel is…
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The Falstaff
The Falstaff Inn is a boutique hotel and restaurant complete with deli cafe/store situated in Addington Street in Ramsgate; it has a pretty courtyard garden and the royal…
For a listing of more places to stay click here.
Where to Eat
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The Churchill Tavern
Over the years, The Churchill Tavern has transformed from being the site of the Isabella Baths (1816), a boarding house and the Paragon Hotel (1868), the Van Gogh…
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Bedford Inn
The Bedford Inn is a fantastically, vibrant community hub, in the heart of Ramsgate, recognised for its classic menu, long history and beautiful interior. The décor features candlelit tables, a brick fireplace and a beautiful private garden. The restaurant operates from within the historic public house, built 1874.
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Coastal Bar
A bar and restaurant venue offering over 60 Gins & Cocktails. Serves Sunday Roasts and weekday brunch, along with fine Barista Coffee. Occasional live music.
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Coffee Shack
Great coffee with soya and oat milk options. Freshly made sandwiches, salad bowls and ice-cream and slush!
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Horse & Groom
This town center pub plays host to great live music gigs! With cover bands performing tracks from various decades, plus an array of local solo artists and duos spanning all kinds of genres, there’s something to cater for all musical tastes. Hosts local bands most Friday and Saturday nights, as well as Sunday afternoons.
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Belle Vue Tavern
A popular pub with a beautiful Beer Garden overlooking Pegwell Bay. Live Music every Sunday.
For a listing of more places to eat click here.
Things to Do
Click here for the Ramsgate Events Calendar.
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The Italianate Glasshouse
The Italianate Glasshouse is located on Ramsgate Eastcliff in the King George VI Memorial Park. The beautifully restored Glasshouse is open from April 1st till Sept 3oth. Open Saturdays…
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Viking Coastal Trail (Thanet Loop)
Where else can you conquer a whole corner of the coast by bike?
Hugging the coastline from Ramsgate, through Broadstairs and Margate, and then onto Reculver Towers – this circular cycle route takes you around the charms of the Isle of Thanet via Regional Cycle Network 15.
Enjoy sea views and breath-taking scenery from your bike on this well-signed and mostly off-road, traffic-free route. Take a day to do the loop, or take on a shorter section for a leisurely ride.
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Bettina’s Yoga
Enjoy Kundalini Yoga Lessons with Bettina at ARCHIVE Homestore & Kitchen with a fantastic view over Ramsgate’s Harbour. B-Ji Kundalini Yoga is for Everyone! All levels, ages, physical…
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Scuba diving
Ready to take the plunge and go scuba diving? It’s a totally magical way of experiencing a hidden world beneath the waves.
Our corner of the East Kent coast has some 2,000 wrecks – making it one of the most exciting places to dive in the UK.
Whether you’re a first-timer or seasoned diver, our diving centre caters for all abilities, with the trips, training and kit you need.
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Kitesurfing
Experience the exhilaration of the waves and the wind around the East Kent coast!
You don’t need to be a watersports superstar to enjoy kitesurfing. You don’t even need your own equipment! Let our local kitesurfing school kit you out and help you catch some wind – from first-timers to experienced kiters, we’ve got you covered.
So come on down and let yourself fly around the Kent coast.
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River Runner
Board at Sandwich Quay or Ramsgate harbour, travel along the River Stour towards Shellness Point, on the edge of the Pegwell nature reserve. See the resident seal colony,…
For a listing of more things to do click here.
