About your walking tour
Discover how art has shaped Folkestone into a must visit UK seaside destination on this walking tour with me, a born and bred Folkestone resident.
Your walk starts at The Folkestone Bandstand, and follows the unique clifftop promenade, The Leas, as you head down into the heart of the historic and Creative Quarter, taking in awe-inspiring views over the English Channel. En-route, witness some of Folkestone’s Artworks that make up the UK’s largest urban contemporary art exhibition including pieces by Anthony Gormley and Tracey Emin. Uncover some of the town’s history and wonder at how the once struggling seaside holiday spot has been catapulted back to its former glory.
Ending on Folkestone's famous Harbour Arm, you will be able to spend the rest of the day enjoying everything this unique space has to offer. You can also browse the array of unique independent shops in Folkestone's Creative Quarter amongst the town's abundance of restaurants, cafes and art galleries.
About me
My name is Makala, and I was born in the local Victoria Hospital, spent my childhood messing around on the Sunny Sands, growing up in a seaside haven with everything a kid could wish for. I left the town for a while to study, travel and work overseas before coming back to Folkestone to embark on my life-long tourism career.
In recent years, I have seen my coastal town transform into a creative utopia for anyone and everyone and I can’t wait to share it with you.
The Details:
Duration: 2 Hours
Start time: 11am
Meet: Folkestone Bandstand, The Leas, Folkestone, Kent CT20 2EB
Parking: The nearest car park is located in Sandgate Road, CT20 2EE
Distance: The walk covers a distance of approximately 2km
Terrain: Relatively flat for the most part with a steep decline over cobbles on reaching Folkestone’s Old High Street and Payers Park.
Price: £15 per person
Maximum group size:12
