Ramsgate Arches leading up to the Westcliff Arcade

The Ramsgate Arches represent a spectacular masterclass in Late-Victorian urban planning. Built to seamlessly connect the town’s Royal Harbour with the expanding West Cliff, this area is celebrated for its multi-tiered architectural brilliance, historic engineering, and lively coastal culture.

Military Arches

These Victorian arches have evolved from their maritime industrial roots into a vibrant cultural and waterfront commercial hub.

Cafés, Bars & Restaurants
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Galleries & Studios
Event Space
Royal Parade Arches

The Royal Parade Arches and retaining walls helped create a grand route between the harbour and West Cliff, combining practical engineering with decorative rockwork, terracotta details and sweeping harbour views.

The Royal Parade Arches are part of the self guided Pulhamite Trail.

Westcliff Arcade

Perched immediately above the lower maritime tier, Westcliff Arcade offers some of the most dramatic, panoramic coastal vistas in the region.

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Jacob’s Ladder

At the eastern edge, the upper cliff is connected back down to the harbour floor via Jacob’s Ladder, a famous Grade II-listed, six-flight dogleg staircase.

Though originally intended to be used as maritime warehouses, the Grade II-listed arches have transformed into a thriving, trendy cultural hub.

Dog Friendly :

Yes. Dogs are permitted on leads along the harbor walks. Check the policy for individual Cafés, Restaurants and Bars.

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📍Addresses :

  • Military Road, Ramsgate, CT11 9LG/CT11 9LQ
  • 1-12 Westcliff Arcade, Ramsgate, CT11 8LH