Active Ramsgate Week
Active Ramsgate Week is back!
Get ready for the return of Active Ramsgate Week this May half-term – Sunday 26 May to Sunday 2 June.
This is your chance to try out some of the amazing outdoor activities Ramsgate has to offer for FREE!
We’re giving away places to a range of activities – from walking, cycling, water-sporting, exploring and many more.
Images: Tourism at TDC, Col’s Kent Bike Tours, Canoe Wild and @CharlotteEllisYoga
Whether you’re a walker, two-wheeler or a wave-maker, there’s something for everyone.
What’s on offer?
We’ve got spaces available for the following activities throughout the week…
SUNDAY 26 MAY // WATERSPORTS
SEA KAYAKING & SEALS TOUR
Join a 3-hour tour of our local bay, riding the waves, learning about wildlife protection and safely spotting seals.
Canoe Wild
Western Undercliff, 12:30 – 3:30pm
KITESURFING & WING HANDLING TASTERS
Get going with this hands-on, beach-based intro to handling kites and wings.
Kite Pirates & Tide Watersports
Main Sands, 12.30pm – 3.30pm
MONDAY 27 MAY // CYCLING
PIER-TO-PIER CYCLE RIDE – 8 BIKE HIRES AVAILABLE
Take on our Pier-to-Pier cycle ride from Ramsgate to Deal with 8 free bike hires up for grabs.
Harbour Bikes
Military Rd arches, from 9:00am
THANET COAST CYCLING TOUR
Take a guided tour of the coast, starting from our iconic lighthouse. Bring your own bike or free hire included.
Col’s Kent Bike Tours
Military Rd arches (by Harbour Bikes), 11:00am – 3:00pm
TUESDAY 28 MAY // EXPLORING
BAYS & BEACHES BOAT TOUR
Explore the history and geography of our coast by boat – from Pegwell Bay to Dumpton Gap.
Go2Sea
Royal Harbour, 10:00am – 11:00am
PEGWELL BAY NATURE WALK
Discover the flora and fauna of our nature reserve – from majestic birds to beautiful butterflies.
Keith Ross
Boating Pool, 10:00am – 4:30pm
SEASHORE SAFARI
Explore our rock pools for their fascinating marine wildlife – perfect for kids from 4–11 years old (with accompanying adult).
Thanet Coast Project
Western Undercliff, 11:00am – 1:00pm
WEDNESDAY 29 MAY // WALKING
RAMSGATE WALKING TOUR
Join this story-led stroll through historic streets, past beautiful architecture and stunning coastline.
Ant Wright
Maritime Museum, 10:00am – 11:15am, 2:00pm – 3:15pm
LEARN NORDIC WALKING
Try Nordic Walking – a technique using poles for more of a workout – along our Sea It All walk to Broadstairs and back.
Denise Hill
Maritime Museum, 3:30pm – 7:30pm
THURSDAY 30 MAY // WELLBEING
BEACH YOGA
A welcoming 60 minute session with local yoga instructor, Charlotte Ellis.
Be Blythe
Main Sands, 10:00am – 11:00am, 3:00pm – 4:00pm
MASSAGES
Rejuvenate and recover with a one hour massage in the heart of Ramsgate.
The Recovery Well
Turner Street, 12:30pm – 3:30pm
FRIDAY 31 MAY // KIDS & FAMILY
KIDS BEACH YOGA
A fun 60 minute session with local yoga instructor, Charlotte Ellis. Kids and parents welcome.
Be Blythe
Main Sands, 10:00am – 11:00am, 3:00pm – 4:00pm
BEACH SCAVENGER HUNT
Look for clues of marine life along the shore – perfect for kids from 4–11 years old (with accompanying adult).
Thanet Coast Project
Main Sands, 11:00am – 12.30pm
SATURDAY 1 JUNE // ACTIVE RAMSGATE CHALLENGE
ACTIVE RAMSGATE CHALLENGE
Ready to test your physical fitness and mental agility to become the Active Ramsgate Challenge champion?
Nick Hill
Government Acre, 10:00am – 11:00am, 11:30am – 12:30pm
SUNDAY 2 JUNE // WIND-DOWN
SOUND SYSTEM RICKSHAW RIDES
Whew! Time to wind-down with a ride around the harbour and some tunes to boot.
Col’s Kent Bike Tours
Royal Harbour (outside Wetherspoons), 1:00pm – 4:00pm
You can also see the full schedule of activities by clicking on the image below.
How can I take part?
If you want the chance to take part in any of the above activities for free – please email: activeramsgate@ramsgatetc.org.uk
You must include:
– Your full name
– Mobile number
– The activity you wish to join
All entries must be emailed by 5pm on Wednesday 22 May.
Spaces are limited, so winners will be randomly selected and notified with details ahead of their event.
By taking part, you will also be signed up to our Active Ramsgate email newsletter. (You can unsubscribe at any time)
You can also follow @VisitRamsgate on Facebook and Instagram for more details on specific events as we advertise them, plus, see all the events advertised so far on our Facebook event page .
Good luck and happy active adventures!
