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.

Ramsgate Day 2025

🎉 Ramsgate Day – Saturday 5th July | 10am–5pm 🎉 Join us for Ramsgate Day, a vibrant celebration of everything we love about our town—our community, history and local businesses!…
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Ramsgate Day Saturday 5 July

Love Ramsgate. Love your town. We all need a little bit of love, don’t we? Ramsgate Day is asking people to come out on Saturday 5 July and show the…
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Active Ramsgate Week 2025

  ***REGISTRATIONS FOR ACTIVE RAMSGATE WEEK 2025 HAVE NOW CLOSED*** We will be contacting successful participants in the next week to confirm places. Thank you. What’s happening?  The action-packed Active…
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Operation Dynamo

Dunkirk Little Ships Set Sail for Ramsgate: A Historic Spectacle this May! This May, Ramsgate’s Royal Harbour is preparing to welcome an unforgettable sight — the largest gathering of Dunkirk…
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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


For a listing of more places to stay click here.


Where to Eat

Bedford Inn
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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.

Horse and Groom
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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.


For a listing of more places to eat click here.


Things to Do

Click here for the Ramsgate Events Calendar.

Family walking on beach
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Walking

It’s time to step out and experience Active Ramsgate’s walking trails. Each trail is themed and bursting with fun things – in amazing places – to make the most of everything our beautiful coastline has to offer.


For a listing of more things to do click here.


The Active 12

For the more information click here.