Taking the Slow Road – Travelling by Bike, Train or Bus with Your Poles.
After a brief introduction to Nordic Walking and Nordic Walking Poles. Denise of Ramsgate Nordic Walking will lead a walk along the promenade so that you can try Nordic Walking.
Poles will be supplied, please wear trainers or walking shoes and comfortable clothing, be prepared for all weathers and bring your own water to drink on your way.
The session will include an introductory talk and a walk of around 1 hour.
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Ramsgate Nordic Walking leads regular sociable walks using poles to achieve a full body workout, exercising over 90% of your skeletal muscles, burning 46% more calories, shaping, toning and putting less stress on your body.
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Sunken Garden Eco Fair 2025 is a day filled with educational workshops and inspiring discussions focused on sustainability and environmental conservation.
Sunday 21 September 2025, 11.00 to 4.30pm
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We are offering a price range for tickets, as Sunken Garden Society is a not-for-profit grass-roots community group, lead and run by volunteers. All ticket fees will go towards the cost of the Fair and the upkeep of the Garden, please choose the option that you feel suits your situation best.
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Established in 2018 the Sunken Garden Society is a volunteer community group formed to assist the local council in the management and revival of this historic garden. The society run regular Community Gardening Days and events to promote the garden.
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A big thank you to all the Sunken Garden supporters including Kent Community Foundation, Mayor of Margate Fund, CoOp, Thanet District Council and Southern Water.
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How to get to the Sunken Garden
Roads: the garden is situated just of Royal Esplanade, accessible from the A28 (Canterbury Road). Free parking along the roadside or pay and display in Barnes Avenue carpark located below the garden at the undercliff
Buses: The number 8, 8A, 8X, 932 and 34 bus routes run along Westbrook Avenue with stops at Tyson Avenue, Bridge Crossing and Cliff Avenue. Requiring a 2 to 5 minute walk to the Garden
Trains: Alight at Westgate on Sea or Margate train station, both require an approximate 20 minute walk or 5 minute bus ride
Kent Costal route, Viking Coastal Trail, King Charles III Coastal Path: The garden is situated on top of the chalk cliffs that run alongside the engineered concrete sea defence and coastal promenade
