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.

Active Ramsgate Week 2025

  The action-packed Active Ramsgate Week returns! Join us from Sunday 25 May to Sunday 1 June. This is your chance to try out all our amazing activities across Ramsgate…
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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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Magic Tenner

Ramsgate is taking part in the Totally Locally Magic Tenner Campaign that starts on Saturday 1st March and runs until 16th! Our independent businesses love doing these campaigns and I…
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Christmas in Ramsgate 2024

Ramsgate just got even brighter this Christmas! In its debut year, Ramsgate Lumiere is bringing all our festivities together and adding even more winter magic, with additions such as Light…
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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

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.


For a listing of more places to stay click here.


Where to Eat


For a listing of more places to eat click here.


Things to Do

Click here for the Ramsgate Events Calendar.

Kitesurfing jump and splash
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Kitesurfing

Trapped by routine? Feel like life is being lived by everyone except you? Desperate to break free? Then pick up your board and kite, throw caution to the wind and launch yourself into one of the most exhilarating watersports available anywhere.


For a listing of more things to do click here.


The Active 12

For the more information click here.