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🎥 Summer Beach Screenings
Fri 31 Jul, 4pm & 8pm / Dumpton Gap
Summer beachside screenings are back at Dumpton Gap as Ramsgate Community Cinema and Bayside Café partner for a stellar cinematic double feature on the sand. Catch Finding Nemo (U) at 4pm or The Deepest Breath (12A) at 8pm! Enjoy tasty café bites until 7pm and don’t forget your blanket / deckchairs!
🎟 Suggested donation £5 per person / Donate here

🕵️‍♀️ Ramsgate Costumed Walks: East Cliff
Tue 28 Jul, 7pm / Meet in Albion Gardens, CT11 8HQ
Want to know more about the wonders of East Cliff? Join this history stroll accompanied by actors portraying period characters.
🎟 Suggested donation £2

👾 The Micro Museum
Wed 29 Jul, 1pm - 4pm / The Micro Museum
If you’re looking for somewhere to take the kids for the holidays, The Micro Museum has you covered. Show them all the tech you grew up with, and tell them how much better it was back in the day.
🎟 £7 (Cash only)

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 Emily Peasgood: This Is England
Until 22 Aug, Wed - Sun / St George’s Church
Take pride in visiting this community artwork by Emily Peasgood. The artist has repurposed reclaimed England and Union Jack flags in collaboration with hundreds of people from across Thanet. Participants stitched together donated flags while sharing conversations about identity, belonging, heritage and what England means to them.
🎟 Free

🍶 The Refillable Van
Mon 27 Jul, 11am - 2pm / Pie Factory
The Refillable Van is back, but this time, in a new venue. Take not before heading down to refill your dried goods etc etc.

📝 Pub Quiz Fundraiser
Mon 27 Jul, 7.30pm / The Australian Arms
Get your quiz on at this trivia evening held in aid of the St Lawrence Clock Restoration Appeal. I’ve heard there is even a bonus ball event…
🎟 £3

📚 Bar and Peace
Thu 30 Jul, 7.30pm / Bedford Inn
Can’t get a moment’s peace? Enter Bar & Peace! Reading books in silence whilst drinking a pint - what’s not to love?
🎟 Free

🛍 Ramsgate Handmade & Vintage Fair
Sun 2 Aug, 11am – 4pm / Harbour Parade
It’s pay day weekend which might just mean a trip to Ramsgate’s regular maker’s market is in order. Support local, and support Ramsgate’s economy!
🎟 Free

🎸 Fine Lime + The High Points + Horseheaven
Fri 31 Jul, 7.30pm - 11pm / Ramsgate Music Hall
One night, three Kent-based bands. If you’re into rock and grunge, this one is for you.
🎟 £10 / Book here

🎵 The Rocket Rayz
Fri 31 Jul, 9pm / The San Clu Hotel
Didn’t manage to catch the Addington Street Vintage Trail this weekend? You might be sorry. This 1950s Rock 'n' Roll & Rockabilly night is screaming for swing skirts and tassels!
🎟 Free

🎧 Penelope’s 3rd Birthday
Sat 1 Aug, from 6pm / Penelope
If you needed an excuse for a vino, here’s your permission. Head to Penelope to wish them a happy birthday and enjoy bops from Andy Norman and their own Jim Breese. HAPPY BIRTHDAY TEAM P!
🎟 Free

🛹 Summer Skateboard Sessions
Mon 27 Jul, 1pm - 4pm / Warre Recreational Ground, CT11 0QU
The folks at Scorcha Skate School and Ramsgate Skatepark project are real life angels, offering free weekly skateboard sessions for kids 5-16 throughout the holidays. Spaces will be available on a weekly basis.
🎟 Free (All equipment provided) / Message to book

🧘‍♀️Pilates in the Gardens
Mon 27 Jul, 6 - 7pm / Vale Square
Start your week off with pilates in the beautiful Vale Square gardens. Bring your mat and water bottle, and enjoy the surroundings.
🎟 £10 / Book here

📈 Seaside CEO: How to Sell Well: Online and Off
Thu 30 Jul, 5pm - 7pm / Royal Temple Yacht Club
Business owners, this one is for you! Learn how to boost sales across physical and digital storefronts. The expert panel features Alison Lewy MBE, Becky Simms, and Anja Hessler discussing high-street retail, digital conversion, and customer data management.
🎟 £6.13 / Book here

🖌️ Sip & Paint: Santorini Theme
Fri 31 Jul, 6.30pm - 9.30pm / Gather &
Unwind, create, and sip with a view of the harbour at this Santorini-themed art class. These are always a popular event, so nab those last few tickets below.
🎟 £31.05 / Book here

🦇 Evening Bat Walk
Fri 31 Jul, 8.35pm / Montefiore Woodland
Join a community woodland twilight stroll as the bat detectors help decipher local bats in the area as the sun sets. All data found is contirbuted to the National Sunset Bat Survey. Great for kids too!
🎟 Free

🧘 Floating Frequencies: Sound, Sand & Sea
Sun 2 Aug, 10 -11am / Ramsgate Main Sands
Relax with Eleanor during this multi-instrumental journey into sound beside the sea, starting with gentle movement and a short meditation before a sound bath.
🎟 £25 / Book here

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And if you missed it… last week’s newsletter still has lots of things happening you need to know about.

This week, we’ve got a bunch of exciting events, including the notorious Ramsgate Carnival. I do, once again, feel like I may have missed a trick by not joining the ‘Miss <Insert Place Name here>’ series of floats adoring my own ‘Don’t Miss Ramsgate’ sash, but alas, I will be busy hustling at the Addington Street Vintage Trail. You can find me at Our Curated Abode before waving the parade down at 4pm on Sunday. Hopefully see you then.

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🎡 Ramsgate Carnival
Sat 25 Jul, 10am - 8pm & Sun 26 Jul, 10am - 6pm / Government Acre, Royal Esplanade
Did you know that Ramsgate Carnival is over 100 years old? Join this historic event at Government Acre where you’ll be met with stalls and rides as well as a Giant’s Parade (3pm).The Fair continues all weekend with the Main Carnival Parade taking place on Sunday, leaving from Government Acre at 4pm, and following a circular route through the town and harbour.
🎟 Free / More info here

🌹Talk: The Gardens of Canterbury Cathedral
Mon 20 Jul, 7pm - 8pm / The Chamber, Custom House
Canterbury Cathedral’s Head Gardener Tom Goodall outlines the history of the gardens, describing the challenges of looking after a world heritage site and giving a summary of current developments.
🎟 £3-£5 / Pay on the door

🎥 Film: Blue Heron
Wed 22 Jul, 7pm / Ramsgate Community Cinema
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, Ramsgate Community Cinema really nails the screening selections. Blue Heron was the talk of the Toronto and Sundance Film Festivals and RCC have secured it for a special preview prior to its UK release. Settle in on Wednesday for Sophy Romvari's semi-autobiographical debut set in 1990s Vancouver.
🎟 Suggested donation £3 / Pay on the door

🔔 Ramsgate Society Talk: Uncovering the Clockhouse
Thu 23 Jul, 7pm / The San Clu Hotel
Dianne Harvey-White delves into the lesser-known history of the early 19th-century landmark Clockhouse and its designer Samuel Wyatt.
🎟 £3-£5 / Pay on the door

🎨 Eve Stickler: Still
Thu 23 - Sun 26 Jul, 7pm / Hold Creative Studios
Eve Stickler explores the daily ‘half seen’ by repositioning it as still life. In this collection she reclaims, embraces, challenges and celebrates the decorative and sentimental qualities of her everyday objects. Swing by for a drink at the PV at 7pm on Friday.
🎟 Free

👛 Addington Street Vintage Trail
Sat 25 Jul - Sun 26 Jul, 11am - 5pm / Addington Street
Addington Street is back with another vintage trail. I know I’m bias but these are always such lovely days with secondhand and vintage fashion, homeware, music, plants. I always pick up a bargain and meet loads of lovely dogs.
🎟 Free

🎭 Looping the Loop: A Midsummer Night’s Tea
Sat 25 Jul, 11am - 2pm / Petanque Court
Join community theatre group Looping the Loop for A Midsummer's Tea Party - a free, immersive experience with some of Shakespeare's most loved characters.
🎟 Free

🍺 New Opening: The Silver Compass
Open daily / The Silver Compass
After the closure of Slice earlier this year, the Harbour Street spot has been taken over by the owners of Silvers who have turned the spot into a sports bar. With over 100 tables booked for England’s last game against Argentina, it’s safe to say the demand is there for a place with multiple TVs!

⚽️ New Opening: Kix Arena
Open daily, various times / Unit 2, Whitehall Road Industrial Estate
Another one for the football fans. Kix Arena is a new indoor 3G football facility based , created by a group of local people with a real passion for sport and the community. They aim to provide a high-quality, reliable space where local players, teams, schools and community groups can come together, train and enjoy sport all year round. My husband wants to know of any middle-aged folks who want to try it out…

💃 Evolve: A Journey Through Movement
Fri 24 Jul - Sat 25 Jul, 1.30pm, 6.30pm & 7pm / The Granville Theatre
Hasland Dance Studios present ‘Evolve’, a celebration of movement, passion, and creativity. Dancers take to the stage for a showcase of artistry, energy, and dedication.
🎟 £22.58 / Book here

👨🏻Freddie Mercury Tribute
Fri 24 Jul, 9pm / The San Clu Hotel
I’m not sure if the rest of Queen will be around to back this Freddie tribute, but here’s hoping it’s the good tunes on the set list.
🎟 Free

🎵 The Sixxtees
Fri 24 Jul, 9pm / Royal Temple Yacht Club
Grab your go-go boots and head for a boogie at this dedicated evening of 60s music.
🎟 Free

🕺Ramsgate Northern Soul
Sat 25 Jul, 7.30 - 11.30pm / Small Boat Owners Association
There’s never tickets available for the Northern Soul nights at the time of sending newsletters, but I’ve spotted some still available this time around. Genuinely one of my favourite nights out in Ramsgate with groovy tunes, a cash bar and 10pm sausage rolls (veggies ones available too!)
🎟 £10 / Book here

🎧 Phil Dockerty & DecRim DJ Set
Sun 25 Jul, from 6pm / Penelope
Harbour Street’s chilled out wine bar welcome back Phil Dockerty (Futureshock) with another vinyl-only selection of boogie, daytime disco and Balearic classics. Joining him is Birmingham’s DecRim.
🎟 Free

🎹 Resonant Coast #6
Sun 26 Jul, 5.30pm - 9pm / Ramsgate Arts Club
The latest in the Resonant Coast experimental arts showcase is upon us with a Pentu album launch as well as JQ & Richard Pike.
🎟 £8 / Book here

🧘 Kundalini Yoga
Tue 21 Jul, 9.30 -11am / Gather &
Join Bettina-Ji and connect to your higher consciousness through Kundalini Yoga, which is said to treat the body as a vehicle for consciousness transformation.
🎟 £18.50 / Book here

💍 Summer Jewellery Workshop
Fri 24 July, 7 -9.30pm / Little Ravens, 119a High Street
Design your own unique polymer clay jewellery in this relaxed adult workshop. You’ll learn the basics of working with polymer clay, including colour mixing, marbling, texturing, shaping and finishing techniques.
🎟 £40 / Book here

🌳Floating Frequencies
Sun 26 Jul, 11am - 12pm & 1pm - 2pm / Italianate Glasshouse
I finally made it to one of Eleanor’s Italianate Glasshouse soundbaths and it did not disappoint. Join her for an immersive melodic frequency sound session in the glasshouse gardens.
🎟 £25 / Book here

🎨 Kids Art Classes: Have Fun While You Learn
Mon 27 - Fri 31 Jul, 10am - 12pm / Silverland Studios
Occupy the kids for this holidays with this five-session course for 5 to 9-year-olds which aims to capture their imagination while they learn basic technical painting skills.
🎟 £60 for 5 sessions / Call 01843 589275 to book

🖌️ Kids Art Classes: ‘Drawing and Painting Things as They Look’
Mon 27 - Fri 31 Jul,, 2 - 4pm / Silverland Studios
This second workshop is suitable for 9 to 13-year-olds, who are at the beginning of perceiving figuration. They’ll learn more technical skills and paint objects from everyday life.
🎟 £60 for 5 sessions / Call 01843 589275 to book

Three things to know:

1. Scorcha Skate School and Ramsgate Skate Park have teamed up to offer free skate lessons for the holidays. More info here.

2. After announcing a temporary closure in May, Seabird on Addington Street are set to relaunch as Blackbird, hopefully in the coming week. You’ll be the first to know!

3. Charlotte Van Der Byl is offering free yoga and movement sessions every Wednesday (2 - 3pm) for those in the 50+ category. It’s at Arts in Ramsgate and you can simply turn up.

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In the spirit of celebrating, I’m hoping some of our Don’t Miss Ramsgate readers will be able to join us at the official launch of Don’t Miss Broadstairs tomorrow. All of our team will be there, so please do swing by and have a drink with us at the lovely Finx. You can sign up here.

Don’t miss out, until next week - EJP x

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🤣 Edinburgh Festival Preview Week
Wed 15 Jul - Sat 18 Jul, 6pm - 9.30pm / Ramsgate Arts Club
Can’t make it to Edinburgh this year? Don’t worry, it’s coming to you! Ramsgate Arts Club is hosting four nights of double bills (Thursday is now sold out) with tickets still available for the likes of Phil Nichol, Dee Allum and Lenny Sherman. There’s a special £10 ticket offer for the 17th & 18th until midday tomorrow, so book in quick!
🎟 £15 per show / Book here

✍️ Writers Unleashed
Mon 13 Jul, 8pm / Artillery Arms
If you’re looking to share your creative writing or poetry, look no further than The Arty where this monthly writing and poetry club is awaiting.
🎟 Free

🎩 Ramsgate Costumed Walks: Royal Harbour
Tue 14 Jul, 7pm / Meet at The Maritime Museum, CT11 8LS
I love how much Ramsgate celebrates its heirtage and this historical character guided walking tour will provide you with all the fun facts for your next lot of visitors.
🎟 Suggested donation of £2

🎥 Film: Coda
Wed 15 Jul, 7pm / Ramsgate Community Cinema
Catch this award-winning musical comedy where Ruby, a child of feaf adults becomes torn between her vital role as her family's interpreter and pursuing a music scholarship.
🎟 Suggested donation £3 / Pay on the door

🥀 Vestiges: Time, Propriety and Emotion
Sat 18 Jul & Sun 19 Jul / Madsen Sylvester Studio & Hold Studios
Exploring dirt, decay, memory and the dressed body through installation, the activation weekend for this exhibition includes a film screening, private view and workshops taking place across Madsen Sylvester Studio and Hold Creative Places. My go-tos include the Phytography workshop with Cathy Rogers and What the Tide Leaves Behind with Tread Collective.
🎟 Pay what you can / Book here

🍗 Ramsgate Space Kitchen Launch: Chef Julian D Brown
Wed 15 Jul, 6.30 - 10pm / Ramsgate Space
Ramsgate Space is officially launching its kitchen. Inspired by the Kent coast and countryside, Julian’s menu showcases the very best of July, with carefully sourced local ingredients and elegant, seasonal cooking. With one night already sold out, you better get in quick!
🎟 £51.75 / Book now

🎸Chicory Tip
Fri 17 Jul, 9pm / The San Clu Hotel
Maidstone legends Chicory Tip are back at The San Clu. Fun fact: these guys spent 13 weeks in the UK charts back in 1972!
🎟 Free

🪩 Disco Bingo
Sat 18 Jul, 7pm - 9pm / Violet’s
Violet’s infamous disco bingo is back for another round. There are cash prizes to be won!
🎟 £10 / DM to book

🎵 Opal
Sat 18 Jul, 7.30pm - 11pm / Ramsgate Music Hall
Blending classic rock with a 00s pop punk sound, this 6-piece rock band are known for their fun, lighthearted energy.
🎟 £10 / Book here

✏️ Sketch Club
Mon 13 Jul, 11am - 12.30pm / Arts in Ramsgate
Join local artist Ruth Rollason for a relaxing still life and drawing session aimed at folks of all levels.
🎟 £10 / Pay on arrival

🧘 Ashtanga Slow Down Yoga
Mon 13 Jul, 5.45 - 6.45pm / Gather &
It’s your very last chance to book in with Fern for this 4-week block of Ashtanga, a breath-led practice which will leave you feeling stronger, more energised and deeply connected to your body.
🎟 £39 for four classes / DM to book

🏺Jesmonite Homeware Workshop
Wed 15 July, 11am - 1pm / Little Ravens, 119a High Street
Create your own beautiful terrazzo & marbled homeware in this relaxed, hands-on workshop. Perfect for beginners, this two-hour session will guide you through the process of working with eco-friendly jesmonite.
🎟 £38 / Book here

⛵️Ramsgate Week
Sun 19 Jul - Fri 24 Jul, Races all day / Royal Temple Yacht Club
I wasn’t entirely sure where to pop Ramsgate Week, but if you like boats, RTYC’s annual regatta is upon us with daily races for all classes, championship events, and live music. I may have to hyper-focus on this one…
🎟 Free

Three things to know:

1. Ramsgate Carnival takes place 25-26 July and you can officially start planning your day here, and sign up for the parade here!

2. As well as its kitchen launch, Ramsgate Space is launching a co-working membership from August. Places start at £50 and help to support the amazing work the team do. Drop them an email to enquire.

3. Addington Street’s Seabird is set to relaunch very soon. I’ve seen a lot of painting happening in the last week and I’m very excited for it to return with a facelift and a new name.

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🛍️ Ramsgate Eco Market
Sat 11 Jul, 11am - 3pm / Arts in Ramsgate
Molly Pickles is the master of thoughtfully curated markets and the second edition of Ramsgate Eco Market will be no exception. Expect locally made eco-conscious clothing, homeware, gifts, and food from the likes of Broadstairs Botanicals, Clowdy Clothing and Seaworn Jewellery.
🎟 Free

🎥 Film: Good Boy
Wed 8 Jul, 7pm / Ramsgate Community Cinema
19 year old Tommy lives a chaotic, wasteful and indulgent life that is spinning out of control. Until he is abducted by a couple who plan to show him the error of his ways, and teach him a lesson.
🎟 Suggested donation £3 / Pay on the door

🎪 Revel Pucks Circus
Thu 9 Jul - Sun 12 Jul, Various times / Government Acre
Roll up, roll up, the circus is in town! Join Revel Pucks for a contemporary take on the circus with amazing acts from all over the world.
🎟 from £10 / Book here

🧑‍🎨 Summer Art Exhibition
Fri 10 Jul - Sun 19 Jul, 2pm - 5pm / St George’s Church
Never mind the RA Summer Show - joke, I love it really - it’s all about St George’s Summer Art Exhibition which features paintings, drawings, prints, mixed media and photography from local artists.
🎟 Free

🎵 Live Music Quiz
Thu 9 Jul, 7.30pm / The Queens Head
I’m only good at music rounds in pub quizzes, so I’m not sure why I haven’t tried this live music quiz with Andy Mack. Any fellow music lovers wanna join my team?
🎟 £5 with nibbles

🍓 Strawberry Tea
Sat 11 Jul, 4.30pm / St Laurence-in-Thanet Church
Pop on your summery clobber for outdoor stalls and strawberry tea in aid of the St Lawrence Clock Restoration Appeal.
🎟 Free

🎤 Olivia Rogers
Sun 12 Jul, 2pm - 4pm / Perico Lounge
Star of The Voice UK (and Ramsgate local) sets the tone on the seafront with a two-hour live set as you lunch on tapas.
🎟 Free

🔧 Repair Café
Sun 12 Jul, 10.30am - 1pm / Pie Factory
I’ve spoken to a few people recently about getting electrics repaired. Don’t forget about this month’s Repair Café where volunteers will help you get your bits back in working order…
🎟 Free

🥘 Ramsgate Space Kitchen Launch: Chef Julian D Brown
Wed 15 Jul, 6.30 - 10pm / Ramsgate Space
Sneaking this one in slightly earlier as it’s likely to sell out. Ramsgate Space is finally launching its kitchen with an exclusive five-course seasonal supper by Chef Julian D Brown.
🎟 £51.75 / Book now

🎸 Josh Rouse
Fri 10 Jul, 7.30pm - 10pm / Ramsgate Music Hall
American singer/songwriter Josh Rouse offers introspective folk pop.
🎟 £22.50 / Book here

🤠 George Michael Tribute
Fri 10 Jul, 9pm / San Clu Hotel
The drinks won’t be free at this George Michael tribute night, but don’t worry, there will be enough for everyone.
🎟 Free

🎼 The Water is Wide: Coastal Choir Concert
Sat 11 Jul, 6.30pm / St Laurence-in-Thanet Church
Following on from the earlier Strawberry Tea, Coastal Choir & Chorale Le Renouveau from Abbeville, France will join forces for a concert in aid of St Lawrence Clock Restoration Appeal.
🎟 £10 / Call 07732 864076 to book

🥁 Honeybuzzard + Polo Lounge
Sat 11 Jul, 7pm - 11pm / Ramsgate Music Hall
Drawing influence from 90s grunge and 70s psychedelic rock, HONEYBUZZARD are ones to watch in the grassroots scene, and you can have the pleasure of doing so for the price of a pint in London.
🎟 £7.50 / Book here

🏺Handbuilding Saturdays with Louise Frances Smith
Sat 11 July, 10.30am - 1pm / Bellevue Ave, Ramsgate CT11 8HY
Louise Frances Smith is back in her Ramsgate studio with a Handbuilding Saturday session. This week, the focus is on handbuilding using coiling techniques, which is perfect for both beginners and improvers.
🎟 £35 / Book here

🧑‍🔬 Kids’ Workshop: Fantastic Physics
Sat 11 July, 11am - 12.30pm / Little Ravens, 119a High Street
I was terrible at Physics at school, but perhaps I wouldn’t have been had I attended one of the Little Ravens workshops where they’ll learn all about magnetic fields and forces with fun experiments and tasks.
🎟 £16 / Book here

🧘 Ashtanga Slow Down Yoga
Mon 13 Jul, 5.45 - 6.45pm / Gather &
Fern is back at Gather & offering a 4-week block of Ashtanga, a breath-led practice which will leave you feeling stronger, more energised and deeply connected to your body.
🎟 £39 for four classes / DM to book

Three things to know:

1. Ramsgate Festival of Sound has extended its callout for buskers. You now have until the 15th July to apply.

2. Silverland Studios will once again be hosting children’s courses over the summer holidays. Pop Christine a message on christine.henn@gmx.de to find out more.

3. There’s a new gift shop in Le Bouquet on King Street. You can now shop a variety of different products to go with your floral arrangements. Follow them on Facebook here.

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🔔 Pegwell & West Cliff Open Gardens
Sun 5 Jul, 10am - 5pm / Pegwell & West Cliff Gardens, CT11 0JB
As part of the National Open Garden Scheme, three residents are opening their gardens to show how space for nature and visual drama can be created, as well as providing places for retreat, reflection and entertainment. I’ll be headed there for my own garden inspo.
🎟 £7 entry, children free / Book here

🎥 Film: The Ice Storm
Wed 1 Jul, 7pm / Ramsgate Community Cinema
I think RCC might be trolling us with this week’s pick, but this classic directed by Ang Lee features early performances from Toby Mcguire, Elijah Wood and Christina Ricci.
🎟 Suggested donation £3 / Pay on the door

🧑‍🎨 Caroline List: Light Puzzle
Until 31 Aug, Private View: Fri 3 Jul / The House at Ramsgate
I’m a big fan of Caroline’s work (and Caroline too!), so I’m looking forward to the opening of this next exhibition, which explores the emotional and spatial effects of colour and light. It’s on for a while, but everyone is welcome at the private view this Friday. Go and support!
🎟 Free

🥀 Vestiges: Time, Propriety and Emotion
Until 29 Aug / Madsen Sylvester Studio
Ramsgate’s tiniest gallery brings you a new exhibition rooted in themes of dirt, decay, the dressed body, memory, and the emotional weight of things we keep - or let go. Curated by Madi Hough and Emma Wichert.
🎟 Free

🎨 Amelia Mullins: Rituals of Repair
Until 16 Aug, Thu - Sun / Ramsgate Arts Club
Grab a drink and check out the work of mixed-media artist Amelia Mullins, whose work explores the tension between childlike expression and the embodied experience of womanhood.
🎟 Free

🌍 Refillable Van
Mon 29 Jun, 11am - 2pm / Radford House
The last Monday of the month means that the Refillable Van is in town! Bring your own containers to refill eco-friendly household essentials, dry foods, beauty products, the list goes on.

🎡 Academy FM Summer Fair
Sun 5 Jul, 10am - 2pm / The Royal Harbour Academy
I told you it was summer fair season. Join the folks at Academy FM for community fun, live entertainment, classic cars, craft stalls, food, family activities and more.
🎟 Free

☕ RNLI Fundraiser: Croquet & Afternoon Tea
Sun 5 Jul, 2pm / Ramsgate Croquet Club
Try your hand at croquet with this taster in support of the RNLI, complete with an afternoon tea.
🎟 £10 cash only / Book your ticket at the RNLI Shop

🛍️ Ramsgate Handmade Fair
Sun 5 Jul, 11am - 4pm / Ramsgate Harbour
Shop local makers and artisans at this monthly handmade fair.
🎟 Free

🎙️ The Blues with Bottle Club: The Lonnie Donegan Story
Thu 2 Jul, 8pm - 10pm / The Honeysuckle Inn
Celebrate the story and sounds of skiffle with a talented line-up of Warren James, Jim Swinnerton & Baby Jools. There’s even 20% off bottles of wine and a cash raffle…
🎟 Free

🪩 Tina Turner Tribute
Fri 3 Jul, 9pm / San Clu Hotel
It’s simply the best night of the week for a live tribute musical performance. Yes, that’s right. Tina Turner is in town.
🎟 Free

🤠 Country Cowgirls & Cowboys Bottomless Brunch
Sat 4 Jul, 4pm - 6pm / Coastal Bar
Grab your western hat and two-step your way to a good time with this bottomless brunch.
🎟 £35 / Book here

🎸 Chewy She
Sat 4 Jul, 7.30pm - 11pm / Ramsgate Music Hall
London-based electro-disco-punk band Chewy She blends glittery disco grooves with punk rock energy. Known for wild, immersive live shows that mix humour, absurdity, and feminist themes. Be there or be square.
🎟 £15 / Book here

⚡ ATOMICA! Indie Disco
Sat 4 Jul, 7pm - 2am / Ramsgate Arts Club
Gone are the days of my denim shorts and trilby hats, but you can bet I still love an indie disco. Perhaps I’ll crack the eyeliner out for this one…
🎟 Free

🧘 Sacred Sound & Healing Touch
Fri 3 Jul, 7pm - 8.30pm / Gather &
Join Charlotte and Eleanor for a deeply nourishing 90-minute journey, where sound, movement, and touch come together as medicine for body, heart, and soul.
🎟 £37.50 / Book here

🖌️ Sash Window Repair Workshop
Sat 4 Jul, 9am - 4pm / 7 Paradise, Ramsgate Historic Quarter
Learn how to fix your sash windows like a pro with master carpenter Ross Harris of SPAB. This hands-on session will help you bring your sash windows back to life without the cost of specialist repairs. P.S You can find sash cord, lifts and other accessories at my shop!
🎟 £49 / Book here

⚙️ Kids’ Workshop: Weaving Fun
Sat 27 Jun, 11am - 12.30pm / Little Ravens, 119a High Street
Encourage them to learn the joy of weaving and looming at this workshop where they’ll make their own loom, creating fluffy friends and more!
🎟 £16 / Book here

🌅 Sip & Paint: William Morris Inspired
Sat 4 Jul, 2pm - 4pm / Violet’s
Get creative with Rachel’s Art Studio at this art class inspired by the natural patterns of William Morris. Rachel will guide you step by step through drawing and painting a decorative botanical design using acrylic paint. All materials and a drink are included.
🎟 £25 / Book here

🌊 Sound, Sand & Sea: Floating Frequencies
Sun 5 Jul, 10am - 11am / Ramsgate Main Sands
Relax with a multi-instrumental journey into sound beside the sea. You’ll be bathed in frequencies from a gong, Himalayan bowls, crystal bowls, chimes, framed drums, a shruti, vocals, and more. Plus, bring your costume for a sea dip after!
🎟 £25 / Book here

Don’t Miss This: The UK Creative Festival / Wed - Thu 1-2 July

The UK Creative Festival lands next week and there’s still time to grab your tickets. Crucially the festival isn’t just for big London agencies, but anyone who works in creative industries across Thanet. So what’s on that might tempt you away from the laptop?

A few of the ‘Don’t Get Comfortable’ programme highlights: There are panels and keynotes that tackle the big questions, activation sessions and workshops, morning wellness sessions which feature yoga, sauna and plunge slots, informal networking and drinks both evenings and a creative careers fair. Under 25? You get in for free.

And don’t forget Don’t Miss readers get 15% off when booking a ticket with our code - DMM15%OFF.

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Three things to know:

1. This year’s Ramsgate Day is set to be circus-themed. Pop the 15th August in your diary as the town centre transforms into a giant circus-inspired celebration.

2. Eddie Gadd, head brewer of Gadds’ The Ramsgate Brewery, has been named the Brewer of the Year 2026 by the All-Party Parliamentary Beer Group (APPBG). Read all about it.

3. Three weekend workshops are coming to Makers House this autumn. Find out more here.

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🔔 Soundbath at the Italianate Glasshouse
Sun 28 Jun, 11am - 12pm & 1 - 2pm / Italianate Glasshouse
I’ve been waiting for a chance to join Eleanor’s soundbath at the 19th-century Italianate Glasshouse for a while, and now is my moment! Renergise with a revitalising multi-instrumental sound bath, and take in the local park after.
🎟 £25 / Book here

🎥 Film: MANON DES SOURCES
Wed 24 Jun, 7pm / Ramsgate Community Cinema
If you caught Jean de Florette a few weeks back, you’ll be pleased to know that the sequel is screening next. The story continues, where Jean's daughter, Manon, takes revenge on the neighbouring farmer.
🎟 Suggested donation £3 / Pay on the door

✍️ Writing in Progress
Wed 24 Jun, 7pm / Penelope
There’s a new creative writing performance night in town. If you’re looking to read prose, fiction, poetry, or comedy, this is your chance.
🎟 Free / DM to book a reading slot

🥁 Armed Forces Day Parade & Drumhead Service
Sat 27 Jun, from 10.40am / Military Road
Commemorate Armed Forces Day with this parade which sets off from the Sailor’s Church at 10.40 with a drumhead service at 11am.
🎟 Free

❔Quiz Night
Fri 26 Jun, 7.30 - 10pm / Royal Temple Yacht Club
What makes for the perfect Friday night? A cheeseboard and a quiz, that’s what.
🎟 £7.50pp

🏴‍☠️ Plunder’s 1st Birthday
Sat 27 - Sun 28 Jun, 10am – 5pm / Plunder
Ramsgate’s only pirate-themed bookshop and cafe is turning 1! Join the crew for celebrations, and take a peek at the newly-opened Thanet Smuggler Experience.
🎟 Free

🎡 Summer Fair
Sat 27 Jun, 10am - 2.30pm / Pie Factory Music Youth Centre
It’s officially summer fair season and the first up is in support of It’s Your Choice Activities Service. Head over for a tombola, penalty shoot-out, cake sale, and much more summer fun!
🎟 Free entry

🍲 VeryBerry Sale
Sat 27 Jun, 10am - 1pm / The Salvation Army Ramsgate
Try out a new cuisine at this Ukrainian food and baking sale. I’ve seen photos from last year, and it looks delicious.
🎟 Free entry

🛍️ Makers Market
Sat 28 Jun, 10am - 3pm / Dame Janet Primary Academy
Shop over 20 local makers, offering handmade crafts, unique gifts and tasty bakes.
🎟 Free entry

🎙️ 50s & 60s Rock n Roll with Ricky Fontayne
Fri 26 Jun, 8.30pm / San Clu Hotel
Enjoy a night of rock’n’roll sing-along as Ricky Fontayne performs chart hits of the 50s and early 60s.
🎟 Free

🎸 Everywhere at Once: BBC Introducing Kent
Sat 27 Jun, 7.30pm - 11pm / Ramsgate Music Hall
Support your local music scene at this UK-wide grassroots music venue festival supported by The National Lottery. BBC Introducing Kent acts will be showcasing Jake St Ange, Red Eye Rascal and Mariella.
🎟 £12.50 / Book here

🕺 Girls Will Be Boys
Sat 27 Jun, from 7pm / Alley Bar
The Screaming Marys take over Alley Bar for a night of drag kings, pints, air guitars, dad dancing, meat and two veg raffles and manly dance-floor bangers. Sounds like a goodie.
🎟 from £8 / Book here

🎤 RBL Armed Forces Weekend Live Music
Sat 27 Jun, from 8.30pm; Sun 28 Jun, from 3pm / Royal British Legion
Ramsgate’s RBL celebrates Armed Forces weekend with tunes from Neon Rush on Saturday, and EK1 on Sunday
🎟 Free

🧘 Breathwork and Meditation Event
Mon 22 Jun, 7.15 - 9pm / Gather &
Join acupuncturist, therapist and healer Ged Ferguson for a night of breathwork and meditation, aiming to relieve you of anxiety and stress.
🎟 £35 / Book here

🖌️ Lino Printing
Wed 24 Jun, 11am - 1pm / Little Ravens, 119a High Street
Get those creative juices flowing at this relaxed beginner-friendly lino printing workshop. You’ll learn how to design, carve, and print your own unique artwork using easy-to-cut soft lino.
🎟 £35 / Book here

👩‍💼 Seaside CEO: How to Build a Successful Creative Business
Thu 25 Jun, 5- 7pm / Royal Temple Yacht Club
Pop your business hat on for the first in a new monthly series of Seaside CEO sessions, connecting small businesses with inspiring entrepreneurs and experts. This month features Ian Whybrow, Andrea Flamini and Ian Millner.
🎟 £6.13 / Book here

✏️ Drink and Draw: Portraits and People
Thu 25 Jun, 7- 9pm / Bedford Inn
You know how pubs always feature the most wonderful sights? This night, led by Anna, encourages you to draw them. Open to complete beginners, seasoned artists, and even those who haven’t picked up a pencil in years. Materials provided.
🎟 £10 / Book here

🌅 Summer Reset with Fern Leonard and Josie Sloane
Fri 26 Jun, 6 - 8.45pm / Gather&
Slow down with this nourishing evening of Slow Flow Yoga Nidra leading into a sound bath, followed by cacao treats. Last few tickets remaining!
🎟 £35 / Email to book

💃 Shake the Dust
Sat 27 Jun, 9.30am - 10.30am / Gather&
Shake it off with Elise as you jump, dance, and move alongside intuitive movement, Pilates, somatics, and bodyweight training, all to a playlist that will make you want to move.
🎟 £15 / Book here

☯ Yang & Yin Yoga with Reiki and Seven Chakra Sound Frequencies
Sat 27 Jun, 11am - 12.30pm / Gather&
This intimate session with Nicola is designed to guide you into harmony through movement, stillness, breath, Reiki energy and the soothing Seven Chakra frequencies of Tibetan sound bowls.
🎟 £30 / Email to book

⚙️ Kids’ Workshop: Women in Engineering
Sat 27 Jun, 11am - 12.30pm / Little Ravens, 119a High Street
Join Little Ravens as they look back on female inventions and create art inspired by them. Expect your kids to become handy with cotton buds and coffee filters as a result!
🎟 £16 / Book here

Three things to know:

1. The Ravensgate Arms is set to reopen this August as The Ravensgate. New owner Janine says punters will be able to enjoy a warm welcome, great beer, a thoughtfully curated wine list, and a small menu of homemade dishes. Follow for updates.

2. Union Cafe have launched picnic boxes! Pre-book your picnic for 1, 2 or 4 and make a date with the beach.

3. In a similar vein, Giant is now offering brunch. See some of the tasty dishes on offer here.

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✏️ Drink and Draw Ramsgate
Sat 20 Jun, 2.30 - 7pm / Location TBC
Love to draw? Join Anna for a free sketchbook crawl around Ramsgate’s pubs, drawing, chatting and exploring the weird and wonderful sights you come across. All abilities welcome.
🎟 Free / Book here

🧑‍🎨 Emily Revell: Where The Water Moves
Until Tue 30 Jun / The House at Ramsgate
It’s one of your last weeks to check out Emily Revell’s exhibition 'Where The Water Moves’ at The House. Catch it before it changes!
🎟 Free

🌹 Ramsgate Horticultural Society Talk: The Pain and Pleasure of Growing For Chelsea
Mon 15 Jun, 7- 8pm / Radford House
Sue Marshall, owner of Iris of Sissinghurst, provides behind-the-scenes gossip about the Chelsea Flower Show.
🎟 £3 - £5 / Pay on the door

🎥 Film: Parasite
Wed 17 Jun, 7pm / Ramsgate Community Cinema
I’m yet to watch Parasite, despite hearing only amazing things. If you’re in the same boat, now’s your chance to catch this pitch-black comedy thriller set in Seoul.
🎟 Suggested donation £3 / Pay on the door

☋ New Opening: Pricking Thumbs
Wed - Sat, 10am - 6pm, Sun 11am - 5pm / 43 Queen Street
You may have been wondering what’s been going on in the old Lizzie Fright unit, and I can now confirm that there’s a new tattoo and piercing shop in town. Having moved over from Margate Old Kent Market, Meg has done a bunch of work to create a beautiful space, which is now officially open. Follow them here.

🧋Re-Opening: Folly’s Ramsgate
Mon - Sun, 8am - 4pm / 1A Turner Street
After some time away, speciality coffee and dessert venue Folly’s is back in a new location. Hit them up for bubble waffles, dream shakes and Ro Ro’s rolled ice cream.

🎧 Sunday Session
Sun 21 Jun, 10am - 4pm / Gather &
Sunday Session is making a comeback for a Father’s Day special at Gather &. Shop menswear, records, gizmos, and more. Go on, treat him to something nice!
🎟 Free entry

🎙️ Glam Rock with Steve Huckle
Fri 19 Jun, 8.30pm / San Clu Hotel
Broadstairs-based solo performer, Steve Huckle blends classic rock, glam, and pop from the 1970s. Expect some Bowie, folks.
🎟 Free

🎤 Ray Quinn: King of Swings
Fri 19 Jun, 7.30 - 10.30pm / The Granville Theatre
Platinum-selling artist Ray Quinn (remember him from X Factor?) stars in this show celebrating the story and music of the world-famous Rat Pack.
🎟 £36.85 / Book here

🎸 The Monochrome Set + The High Span
Sat 20 Jun, 7pm - late / Ramsgate Music Hall
70s post-punk/new wave band The Monochrome Set return with new members and a new album. Support comes from Medway-based band, The High Span.
🎟 £18.50 / Book here

🎂 Ramsgate Arts Club 1st Birthday
Sat 20 Jun, 7pm -3am / Ramsgate Arts Club
It feels like Ramsgate Arts Club has been a fixture forever in Ramsgate, but they’re only just turning ONE! Join the team for celebrations, with DJs Richio Suzuki & Andrew Medhurst on the decks.
🎟 Free / Book here

🎶 Resonant Coast #5
Sun 21 Jun, 6.30 -9pm / Ramsgate Arts Club
Submerge yourself in marginal ambient, electronic, and improvised music presented by Salmon Universe Records. This edition features Cherif Hashizume, Richard Pike, and Tomas Jefanovas.
🎟 £8 / Book here

🌕 Summer Solstice Gong Bath
Fri 19 Jun, 6 - 7pm / Gather &
Bring in summer with a special gong bath from Bettina Ji. And relax!
🎟 £26.50 / Book here

⚱️ Casual Clay Fridays with Louise Frances Smith
Fri 19 Jun, 6 - 8pm / Bellevue Ave, Ramsgate
Go and play with clay in a relaxed setting, led by ceramicist Louise Frances Smith. Either bring a project or follow along with the small handbuilding demo.
🎟 £15 / Book here

🤸 Kids’ Workshop: Summer Solstice
Sat 13 Jun, 11am - 12.30pm / Little Ravens, 119a High Street
Hang with them on the longest day of the year and make colourful wax sun catchers and dried flower art.
🎟 £16 / Book here

Three things to know:

1. Ramsgate Festival of Sound is calling out for buskers and submissions for its sonic trail. Find out more here - you’ve only got ‘til the end of June.

2. Young people from Ramsgate-based charity Pie Factory Music were crowned winners of the prestigious Sheila McKechnie Foundation (SMK) National Young Campaigner Award on Friday. Well done, folks!

3. A personal plug! Pre-orders for Megan Metcalf’s Ramsgate Harbour tea towels close this week in my shop. Buy yours now!

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💡The UK Creative Festival
Wed 1 - Thu 2 July, / Dreamland & other venues
Every summer, the UK’s creative industries pack their bags for the UK Creative Festival and Careers Fair, bringing together brands, agencies, makers, designers, filmmakers, photographers, musicians, entrepreneurs and everyone in between. The theme is Don’t Get Comfortable and the pitch is direct: the UK creative industry is brilliant, but playing it safe. If you need a nudge, some inspiration, new contacts or just ideas for a pivot, join the programme of talks, panels, workshops and hands-on sessions. It’s not just for big London agencies, but for anyone who identifies as ‘creative’.

Dont Miss readers get 15% off when booking a ticket with our code - DMM15%OFF.

PLUS, if you’re part of our Don’t Miss Out Crew, we have a super special party invite coming to you very soon.

🎥 Film: Jean De Florette
Wed 10 Jun, 7pm / Ramsgate Community Cinema
This acclaimed adaptation of the Marcel Pagnol novel is celebrating its 40th anniversary. Not seen it? It’s time to discover a classic with a beautiful score…
🎟 Suggested donation £3 / Pay on the door

🎹 Organ Recital by Tim Attride
Sat 13 Jun, 3pm / St Laurence in Thanet Church
Organist and Choirmaster Tim Attride takes to the instrument for a concert in aid of St Lawrence’s clock restoration appeal.
🎟 £5

𝄞 The Montefiore Day Concert
Sun 14 Jun, 3pm - 4.30pm / Montefiore Synagogue
Come together with the Montefiore community to commemorate the day that Sir Moses Montefiore opened the synagogue at Ramsgate.
🎟 From £15 / Book here

🌍 Refillable Van
Mon 8 Jun, 11am - 2pm / Radford House
Bring your own containers to refill eco-friendly household essentials, dry foods, and beauty products. For three hours only!

📝 Mr Teds: School of Quiz
Tue 9 Jun, 8pm / Horse & Groom
The poster for this event is a literal reenactment of the School of Rock cover, so I’m guessing music will be heavily involved? Expect the unexpected amongst standard quiz questions, and don’t forget to impress the quizmaster.
🎟 £3 / Pay on the night

♫ Live Music Quiz with Andy Mack
Thu 11 Jun, 7.30pm / Queens Head
Andy Mack tests your knowledge in this live music quiz. Entry includes nibbles, and curry from Ruby’s is served until 8.30pm.
🎟 £5 including nibbles / Call to book: 01843 853888

🎂 Violet’s 1-Year Anniversary
Sat 13 Jun, from 10am - late / Violet’s
Celebrate Violet’s first birthday with games and giveaways, as well as live music from 4 - 6pm. Congratulations, Melanie, on an amazing first year!
🎟 Free

🧙🏻‍♂️ Charity Gnome Racing
Sat 13 Jun, from 7.30pm / The East Kent Arms
Place your bets on the winning gnome (aka loyal punters of the East Kent Arms) and raise some cash for the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital.
🎟 £5pp

🔨 Repair Cafe
Sun 14 Jun, 10.30am - 1pm / Pie Factory
Ramsgate’s Repair Cafe is ready and waiting for those in need of simple household fixes. From electricals to household items, this volunteer-run event can help you keep your belongings in good working order.
🎟 Free

🪄 Head of Magic
Sun 14 Jun, 7-9pm / Ramsgate Arts Club
Expect the unexpected in this evening of up close magic & mind reading with Head of Magic Sav.
🎟 £10 / Book here

🌟 Shop Local Spotlight / CloudZen, Margate

Forgive me for mentioning Margate, but six years of CloudZen and the team at Don’t Miss still think too many people are missing out on one of the best spots there is. It’s a guest house, wellness centre and events space that hosts everything from Circle gatherings to yoga, strength training and more, while several alternative treatment experts now use it as their home. There is also a hot tub, therapy rooms, a beautiful studio space for classes and rooms to hire if you’re a practitioner looking for a home away from home. Whether you want to run a class, use a studio space or book the entire house for a retreat, party or just a get together, there’s a package for that. Available Mon - Fri, 7am - 8pm and Sat - Sun, 7am - 7pm.

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🎸 The Feelgood Band
Tue 9 Jun, 8 - 10.30pm / Red Arrow Club
High-energy rhythm & blues played the Canvey Island way, recreating the unmistakable classic sounds of the 1970s.
🎟 from £7 / Book here

🎤 Bevis Frond + Bona Rays
Fri 12 Jun, 7pm - late / Ramsgate Music Hall
80’s English rock band Bevis Frond, fronted by Nick Saloman, hits Ramsgate with a set of underground psychedelic rock. Support comes from feisty female-fronted new-wavers, Bona Rays.
🎟 £22.50 / Book here

🎙️ Michael Bublé Tribute
Fri 12 Jun, 8.30pm / San Clu Hotel
We haven’t had a Bublé tribute act in a while, but the swooning gent is back with hits from the Canadian singer/songwriter.
🎟 Free

🎸 Daisie, Amelie Roden & Moss.E
Sat 13 Jun, 7pm - late / Ramsgate Music Hall
Support local talent as three of Kent’s young singer-songwriters unite for this one-off show at RMH. All three artists write, produce, and record their music from home, delivering raw, independent talent straight to the stage.
🎟 £12.50 / Book here

🎧 Sweet Female Attitude Garage Night
Sat 13 Jun / Silvers Showbar
Go out out with this live performance from Sweet Female Attitude, known for their UK garage remix by Sunship of their track ‘Flowers’.
🎟 £10.84 / Book here

👑 The King In You
Tue 9 Jun, 7 - 8.30pm / The Alley Bar
Find the king in you with this 6-week workshop by Trudi Jackson (aka Pat Riarchy). You’ll learn about unlocking character, presence and performance/
🎟 £12.50 per session, or £60 for all / Book here

🖌️ Sip & Paint: Seaside Daydreams
Fri 12 Jun, 6.30 - 9.30pm / Gather &
Local artist Lauren from The Creative Flow will guide you step-by-step through her ‘Seaside Daydreams’ piece, a peaceful, bird's-eye view of the coast. Glass of prosecco included!
🎟 £42 / Book here

🤸 UNICEF Day of Play
Sat 13 Jun, 11am - 12.30pm / Little Ravens, 119a High Street
Spark their imaginations with this session from Little Ravens that will see them create games such as a catapulting spider web, tissue roll animal races, and blowing caterpillars.
🎟 £16 / Book here

🧘 Floating Frequencies: Sound, Sand & Sea
Sun 14 Jun, 10 -11am / Ramsgate Main Sands
Relax with Eleanor during this multi-instrumental journey into sound beside the sea, starting with gentle movement and a short meditation before a sound bath.
🎟 £25 / Book here

🌕 Luminest Retreat Day
Sun 14 Jun, 10am - 4pm / Gather &
If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, stretched thin, or disconnected from yourself lately, this retreat could be for you. Katie and Michele will help with a deep rest and nervous system reset, as well as sound healing & meditation. Tickets include a nourishing lunch.
🎟 £88 / Message to book

Three things to know:

1. Not able to make it to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival? You’re in luck! Head to Ramsgate Arts Club this July for Fringe previews with the likes of Sophie Duker, Hassan Al Habib and Phil Nichol.

2. Ramsgate Historic Quarter is back with a new, useful workshop for those restoring older houses. This time, it’s all about sash window repair. Book your ticket here.

3. Harbour front bar Enoteca is offering free venue hire on Friday nights from July through to December. Find out more here.

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Back to Ramsgate events - part of me hoped it might be a quiet week, but in good news for you, it is not. IT’S PIRATE WEEK! Let’s get to the important stuff. You’ll have to forgive me in advance for any typos…

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🏴‍☠️ Ramsgate Pirate Festival
Sat 6 June, 10am - late / Various Venues
Shiver me timbers! If you love pirates, it’s your lucky day. Ramsgate has its own pirate festival, with multiple venues involved. Plunder will be launching its Thanet Smuggler Experience, alongside a Pirate Parade (midday start). The New Belgian Bar will host children’s workshops (10am - 2pm) and live music (from 2pm). There are more pirate parties at The Horse & Groom and The Queen’s Head (from 3pm), as well as treasure hunts and pirate shows at Frankie’s (1.30 - 4.30pm). Don’t forget your eyepatches.
🎟 Free / See more info here

📜 Writers Unleased: Poetry Club
Mon 1 Jun, 8 - 10pm / Artillery Arms
Whether you're a well-seasoned poet or a novice in haikus, this informal monthly group downstairs at The Artillery is the perfect place to start.
🎟 Free

🎥 Film: 21 GRAMS
Wed 3 Jun, 7pm / Ramsgate Community Cinema
A multi-layered crime/thriller and true arthouse film for the more serious film fans. A very good, intense second film by Alejandro Gonzáles Iñárritu, which brings together a weighty cast of Sean Penn, Naomi Watts and Benicio del Toro.
🎟 Suggested donation £3 / Pay on the door

⛵ Replica Nao Victoria
Thu 4 - Sun 14 Jun, 10am - 8pm / Ramsgate Royal Harbour
Last year we had the replica of the 15th-century Nao Santa Maria, this year it’s the Nao Victoria, the first ship to complete a circumnavigation of the world.
🎟 from £5 / Book here

⛪ The Colourful World of Pugin
Fri 5 - Mon 8 Jun, 10 - 4pm / The Grange
Explore The Grange and St Edward's Presbytery, the former home of Augustus Pugin. It’s worth it for the wallpaper alone.
🎟 Free / Book here

🎞️ Cinema Walk: Ramsgate
Sun 7 Jun, 10.30am - midday / Meet outside Wetherspoons
Explore Ramsgate's cinema history with The Palace in Broadstairs! You’ll revisit the town’s love for the sights, sounds and sensations of film from the 1890s to today.
🎟 £10 / Book here

🦐 NEW OPENING: Minnie-Mae Studio
Sat 6 Jun, 10 -4, Sun 7 Jun, 10 - 2 / 22 York Street
Minnie-Mae’s ceramic studio and shop is now open for business. Shop thoughtfully designed, whimsical interior objects and ceramics, inspired by the British seaside, London history, Italian kitsch and Greek Mythology.

🍪 NEW OPENING: Bakehouse 21
Tue - Sun, 3 - 10pm (or until sold out) / Paragon Works
It’s safe to say that I’ve already road-tested the blondies and brownies in this new bakery, and can confirm that I’m now a firm fan of the Milkybar Pot Brownie. Hours are still being road-tested, and they have been selling out, so give ‘em a follow on Facebook to stay up to date.

🕺 Disco Bingo
Fri 5 Jun, 7 - 9pm / Violet’s
I still haven’t found a time to make it down to Disco Bingo at Violet’s, but you absolutely should. What’s not to love about tunes and cash prizes?
🎟 £10pp / Book a table

🚗 The Great Bucket & Spade Run
Sun 7 Jun, 10am - 5pm / Government Acre
The annual Great Bucket & Spade Run is back with over 350 classic cars descending from Herne Bay to Ramsgate. Browse the selection, alongside food & drink stalls, bric-a-brac and children’s rides.
🎟 Free for visitors, classic car entry £8 / Click here for entry forms

🛍️ Ramsgate Handmade Fair
Sun 7 Jun, 11am - 4pm / Harbour Parade
I’ve been loving heading down to this monthly maker market on a Sunday. It’s a very wholesome affair with local creatives and makers offering unique handmade goodies.
🎟 Free

🎶 Blues with Bottle Club: The Jake Leg Jug Band
Thu 4 Jun, 8pm / Honeysuckle Inn
I was today years old when I found out what a jug band is - an ensemble that combines a kazoo, guitar, or fiddle with a modified stone, glass, or ceramic jug for bass, FYI. If you wanna see one, you can head to The Honeysuckle Inn for its fab blues night.
🎟 Free

♫ Grease Bottomless Brunch
Sat 6 Jun, 1 - 3pm / Silvers Showbar
90 mins of bottomless fun, with Grease tunes to keep the vibes high. Those suummmmaaahh nighhhhtsss!
🎟 from £40 / Book here

🎸 The Masonics + The Adventures of Parsley (TV Themes)
Sat 6 Jun, 7pm - late / Ramsgate Music Hall
I typed this into Google, and the AI overview told me to expect a high-energy night of raw, Medway-style garage rock and cult 60s and 70s television themes. Sorry folks, I’m against the clock here.
🎟 £17.50 / Book here

🎧 ATOMICA! 90s Club Night
Sat 6 Jun, 7pm - late / Ramsgate Arts Club
DJs James Baron & Chris Chambers bring you wall-to-wall Britpop anthems, early ’90s dancefloor bangers, glossy pop hits, and those unforgettable one-hit wonders you still know by heart.
🎟 Free

🧘 Laugh. Breathe. Connect
Mon 1 June, 6pm / Hold Creative Spaces
I can now safely say that I tried laughter yoga and I LOVED it. They say laughter is infectious, and this is absolutely the release that so many of us need. I felt like I’d been to a soundbath, and for £6 you absolutely can’t go wrong.
🎟 from £4 / Book here

🌕 Luminest Sound Immersion & Meditation
Tue 2 Jun, 7.30 - 8.30pm / Gather &
Looking to take a break from daily life? Give this new weekly gathering a try. It combines meditation, a soundbath and Reiki healing.
🎟 £18 / Message to book

🐕 Wildlife Drawing Workshop: Sighthound Special
Thu 4 Jun, 7 - 9pm / Gather &
Dog lovers, I’ve got the pawfect evening out for you. Wildlife Drawing is back, celebrating all things sighthound with greyhounds, lurchers and whippets all waiting for their shining moments. I promise it’s worth every penny for both the expertise and the models…
🎟 £39, £10 from each ticket will be donated to Kent Greyhound Rescue / Book here

✏️ Gothic Patterns & Curious Creatures
Sun 7 Jun, 1 - 4pm / The Grange
Join artist Ruth Rollason for an inclusive, informal drawing activity at The Grange, inspired by the Gothic patterns and creatures seen around the building.
🎟 Free, materials provided / Book here

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Here’s where to find them all over Margate…and my fave picks of their menus.

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Give POM(US) at Fort Road A Try

Did you know that POMUS have taken over the dining room at Fort Road Hotel? Say hi to POM(US) at Fort Road.

They’ve quietly relaunched the restaurant offering with a menu packed full of French and English bistro classics such as moules frites, ham hock and chicken terrine or a pick a fresh crunchy caesar salad.

Whether you sit outside and watch the world go by on Fort Hill or grab a table inside, order from the seasonal changing natural wine menu, linger over a delicious lunch and enjoy simple food, done well and served with a smile. It’s the perfect spot for your mum when she’s visiting, or a proper weekend treat when you’ve been powering through the Zoom calls all week.

DMM’s picks: Confit chicken and fricasse, followed by lemon meringue tart.

Opening times: Mon & Fri, 5pm - 10pm, Sat - 12pm - 10pm and Sun - 12pm - 6pm.

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Hit The Harbour Arm. Don’t Miss POM

As well as bistro classics, POMUS have made a name for themselves for the ‘posh snacks’ that you crave with a chilled glass of wine, on a Saturday afternoon when sitting in the sunshine in Margate is the best place to be in the UK.

POM, their summer pop up on the Harbour Arm really delivers. Think ‘good’ olives, burrata, oysters, anchovies - basically it’s the picnic of dreams, but on a table with a view, with amazing natural sparkling wine and no one’s eating off plastic plates.

The food and wine menu changes monthly depending on what’s available and seasonal but it’ll always be deli style fish, meat, cheese and veggies on offer, so you can nibble on something delicious, soak up that sun and toast your great decision to visit / live in Margate.

DMM’s picks: Anchovies, rosemary and lemon and oysters mignonette.

Opening times: Weekends 12pm – sunset and other times during the week weather dependent!

Don’t Forget The OG: POMUS

Who knew The Centre was where the foodie tribes of Margate would flock to, but POMUS has become my dead cert fave for special meals, birthday treats and the place where small plates actually fill you up.

A menu that ranges from light and delicate to seriously stuffed that changes with the seasons and isn’t afraid to mix things up, POMUS has consistently delivered with delicious pairings plus their service is always on point - friendly, authoritative and they don’t leave you frantically trying to make eye contact to place an order (for more wine).

And it’s about to come into its own with outside tables that mean you can soak up the sun for a little longer.

DMM’s picks: Chicken karaage, maple syrup, togarashi and Torched mackerel, rillette, blackcurrants, beetroot, dill.

Opening times: Wed & Thu 5pm - 10pm, Fri & Sat 12pm - 11pm, Sun 12pm - 5pm.

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🛍️ Addington Street Vintage Trail
Sat 30 - Sun 31 May, 11am – 5pm / Addington Street, CT11 9JJ
Addington Street Vintage Trail is back again, and this time the weather looks to be on our side. Last time I sold a record amount of brooms, but you can also join us for vintage homeware, fashion, plants from Lindy, records, and much more.
🎟 Free

📖 Ramsgate Lit Festival
Mon 25 - Sun 31 May / The Book Hotel at The Falstaff
Ramsgate Literary Festival continues with talks from Rosa Rankin Gee, Adam Weymouth, and the organiser herself, Tamara Macfarlane. Lots to keep the children entertained too…
🎟 £6.50 per talk / Full schedule here

👨‍🍼 Spencer Rowell: The Athena 1980s Collection
Wed 27 - Sun 31 May / The Westminster Bank Building
If you were a homeowner in the 80s, chances are you had some of Spencer Rowell’s Athena collection on the walls (at least that’s what people tell me). L’Enfant, often called ‘Man & Baby’, was Athena’s most reproduced image, and you can see it for yourself in the beautiful old bank building.
🎟 Free. A percentage of gallery sales will be donated to Arts in Ramsgate

🎥 Film: Weapons
Wed 27 May, 7pm / Ramsgate Community Cinema
When all but one child from the same classroom mysteriously vanish on the same night at the same time, a community is left questioning who or what is behind their disappearance. Yeah, it’s a horror.
🎟 Suggested donation £3 / Pay on the door

🧑‍🎨 Hold’s 5th Birthday Show!
Fri 29 May, 2 - 6pm, Sat 30 May, 11am - 9pm, Sun 31 May, midday - 6pm / Hold Gallery
Albert’s Street Hold Gallery is turning FIVE! In celebration, they’re displaying 50 artists of all different genres. I’m intrigued to see where it will all go. The studios will also be open for a butchers. Nosy people, it’s time to go!
🎟 Free

📸 FLASH: The Sculpture and Movement of Ron Hitchins
Sat 30 May, 4 - 7pm / Madsen Sylvester Studio
Ramsgate’s teeniest gallery presents British-born artist, sculptor, and flamenco dancer, Ron Hitchins. Curated by Cyana Madsen and Anthony Sylvester.
🎟 Free

🌍 Refillable Van
Mon 25 May, 11am - 2pm / Radford House
It’s your fortnightly reminder to fill up your reusables at The Refillable Van. From dried pasta to fairly liquid, they’ve got all your eco-friendly needs covered.

👒 Pre-Loved Clothes Sale
Sat 30 May, 2 - 4pm / Holy Trinity Church
I have very little information about this pre-loved sale, but I’m guessing it’s your typical church jumble, which I personally adore.
🎟 Free

👢The Vintage Collective Mini Fair
Sat 30 - Sun 31 May, 10am - 5pm / Ramsgate Space
For something a little more curated, try The Vintage Collective for mid-century decor, ceramics, clothes, vinyl & knick-knacks.
🎟 Free / Email to book

🃏Games Night
Fri 29 May, from 7pm / The Alley Bar
Fancy a low-pressure, gaming environment? Join the crew at The Alley bar for friendly (potentially competitive) vibes. Solo gamers are very welcome!
🎟 Free / Email to book

🎸 ICHI
Thu 28 May, 7pm - late / Ramsgate Music Hall
Hailing from Nagoya in Japan, ICHI combines quirky handmade instrument inventions with steel drums, ping-pong balls, a typewriter, toys & everyday objects in one short set. I wonder if he knows Look Mum No Computer?
🎟 £17.50 / Book here

🎶 Amba Tremain Band
Thu 28 May, 8 - 10.30pm / Red Arrow Club
Influenced by the likes of Aretha Franklin, James Brown, Lady Wray and Alicia Keys, Amba Tremain performs soul, commercial blues and RnB.
🎟 £15 / Book here

🤠 Bob Sumner
Fri 29 May, 7pm - late / Ramsgate Music Hall
Singer-songwriter Bob Sumner certainly looks like he’ll be bringing Americana to Ramsgate. Drawing on classic country pioneers and modern lyrical voices, he’ll be singing from his new album, Some Place to Rest Easy.
🎟 £15 / Book here

🎭 The Show Must Go On: The Granville Theatre Documentary Premiere Screening
Fri 29 May, 7.30 - 8.30pm / The Granville Theatre
This exclusive screening reveals never-before-seen footage from The Granville Theatre team’s renovation diaries, capturing every moment from bold first ideas to the gala opening night.
🎟 £10.45 / Book here

🤡 Wilson’s Comedy Club ft. Lee Hurst
Sat 30 May, 7.30 - 9.30pm / Queens Head
Aidan Jones, winner of Show of the Year at the Edinburgh Fringe 2025, will be taking the stage at this monthly comedy club, with Dimitri Bakanov and Carey Marx joining.
🎟 £16 / Book here

🌕 Summertime Alchemy
Mon 25 May, 1 - 4pm / Gather &
Join Psorcery Project for a micro-retreat, designed for the whole family, and focusing on health, wellbeing and self-actualisation. Treat yourself to an afternoon of physical, mental and spiritual rejuvenation.
🎟 £15 / Book here

✏️ Drink and Draw
Thu 28 May, 7- 9pm / Bedford Inn
Enjoy a relaxed evening of sketching with the lovely Anna. Open to complete beginners, seasoned artists, and even those who haven’t picked up a pencil in years. Materials provided.
🎟 £10 / Book here

🐚 Kids Workshop: Colourful Science
Sat 30 May, 11 - 12.30pm / Little Ravens, 119a High Street
Treat the kids to a morning as scientists as they create colourful, explosive oil lamps, magical oat milk, and watch colour-changing paper!
🎟 £16 / Book here

🔔 Soundbath at the Italianate Glasshouse
Sun 31 May, 11am - 12pm & 1 - 2pm / Italianate Glasshouse
Exactly what you need after a busy weekend. Join Eleanor Yankah for a revitalising multi-instrumental sound bath in the peaceful garden of Ramsgate’s historic 19th-century Italianate Glasshouse.
🎟 £25 / Book here

Three things to know:

1. Ramsgate Main Sands has retained its Blue Flag status, along with five other beaches.

2. TDC is proposing a new Biodiversity Strategy for Thanet. It’s a plan to help protect, enhance and restore biodiversity in the area. You can have your say on it here.

3. Louisa Lounge (the business) is up for sale. Get in touch to arrange a viewing. It’s one of the prettiest spots in town.

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Oof, it’s been a weekend. George & Lionel were robbed at Ellington Park’s Dog Show earlier today. Sam Battle was robbed at Eurovision. Thankfully, despite these tragic losses, both events were very well attended, even with rain threatening throughout. As always, it was wonderful to see the community spirit, even if there was a severe lack of rosettes on…

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One Ocean: Don’t Miss The First Ocean Summit in Thanet

Living in Thanet, we feel the sea. The changing colours. The every changing mood of the water but also the slow creep of coastal erosion as bits of cliffs crumble and winter storms damage our coastline.

If you swim, snorkel, paddleboard, go crabbing or just enjoy sitting on the beach in Thanet, you’ll want to understand how we can help protect our seas.

Which is why I’m so excited that Turner in Margate is hosting the first ocean conservation festival, One Ocean 2026, a free two-day summit on art, activism and oceans, that will take place on Sat 20 and Sun 21 June.

Check out the incredible schedule below, book your places and stick it in your diaries.

Don’t miss out - Georgina x

The ocean produces half the oxygen we breathe. It absorbs a third of our carbon dioxide. It’s under more pressure than ever. Let’s talk about it.

Here’s What’s On…

Saturday 20 June

🎨 Flints Family Workshop / 10.30am – 12.30pm
Drop-in for all ages. Coastal crafting, marine observation and seasonal song.
🎟️ Free / No booking needed

🌊 What the Wild Sea Can Be / 12pm – 12.45pm
The keynote. Marine biologist and author Helen Scales makes the ocean feel wondrous and urgent but without the doom.
🎟️ Free / Book here

🗣 Margate’s Coastal Identity / 1pm – 2pm
How did we get from Victorian seaside resort to creative hub? Polly Brannan (Open School East), local ledge Dan Thompson (artist and historian) and Professor Phil Hubbard (King’s College London) dig in.
🎟️ Free / Book here

🔬 Ocean Health and Human Health / 3pm – 4pm
The science of why a thriving ocean matters for us, not just marine life. With artist Andy Hughes, ocean policy specialist Nicholas Hardman-Mountford and Randa Kachef, Research Affiliate at King’s College London.
🎟️ Free / Book here

One Ocean 2026: Artists’ Film Screenings / 5.30pm - 7pm
Artist films exploring oceanic themes, including ecology, climate crisis, world building and human connection to the ocean curated and introduced by Daisy Gould.
🎟️ Free / Book here

🎬 Screenings on the Terrace / 4pm – 6pm & 7pm - 9pm
Bring a blanket and settle in for an evening of ocean docs including Ocean with David Attenborough. Seaweed Stories. Free outdoor screenings all evening.
🎟️ Free / No booking needed

Sunday 21 June

🌿 Seaweed and Their Secrets / 9.30am – 11.30am
The Natural History Museum and Thanet Coast Project take you deep into the history, science and potential of seaweed.
🎟️ Free / Book here

💬 Speaking with the Ocean / 12pm – 1pm
Ancient and modern thinking on what the sea means to us. Curator Emma Lewis speaks with Christiane Bosman (Embassy of the North Sea) and environmental technologist Joycelyn Longdon.
🎟️ Free / Book here

✊ Artists and Ocean Justice / 2pm – 3pm
How does art drive ocean activism? Journalist Iman Amrani in conversation with artist-activist Poulomi Basu and Suzanne Dhaliwal, specialist in creative strategies for decolonisation.
🎟️ Free / Book here

🌍 Youth for the Ocean / 3.30pm – 4.30pm
Young climate leaders take the stage. Alexandra Kristofovicova (Our Youth 4 the Climate), Louisa Casson (Greenpeace) and Olivia Mandle, environmental activist. Be prepared to be inspired.
🎟️ Free / Book here

🎬 Screenings on the Terrace / 4–9pm
A second night of ocean documentaries to close out the festival.
🎟️ Free / No booking needed

Running alongside all weekend will be The Margate We’re Dreaming Of a community programme on food, green space and everyday life in Thanet, led by Naturehood Thanet.

As Sir David Attenborough has said: “If we save the sea, we save our world”.

Get to it Margate. See you there.

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In other, less sour news, I managed to head out of town this weekend - thanks to the knowledge from our friends at Don’t Miss Broadstairs - where I got slightly green-fingered with a hanging basket workshop. Did you know we’ve extended the Don’t Miss offering to Broady? Be sure to subscribe if you want to know what’s going on further afield.

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⚓ Operation Dynamo: The Little Ships Return
Fri 22 - Mon 25 May | Ramsgate Royal Harbour
Following last year’s 85th anniversary, the Little Ships are back in Ramsgate for a four-day programme of events. I’m not lying when I say that this was probably one of my favourite weekends in Ramsgate last year. There are military vehicle displays, an illuminated Tommy Silhouette Parade at sundown, a moving sunset ceremony by the Sea Cadets, and live music outside of the Queen’s Head. There are far too many things going on to include 1in full, so make sure you check out the full schedule below.
🎟️ Free / Full itinerary here

🌹 Talk: 40 years of making a garden at Copton Ash
Mon 18 May, 7 - 8pm / Radford House
As part of the Ramsgate Horticultural Society, Tim Ingram speaks about the evolution of Copton Ash, his garden in Faversham, Kent where he also has a specialist nursery.
🎟 £3 - 5 / Pay on the door

🎥 Film: Sentimental Value
Wed 20 May, 7pm / Ramsgate Community Cinema
Admittedly, I fell asleep while watching this award-winning film starring Stellan Skarsgård, Renate Reinsve, and Elle Fanning. But, I did like the parts I saw and keep meaning to catch up on it - perhaps now is that chance!
🎟 Suggested donation £3 / Pay on the door

🧑‍🎨 Drew McGuinness: My Own Devices
Fri 22 May, 5 - 9pm, Sat 23 - Mon 25 May, 10am - 6pm / Hold Gallery
Local artiste Drew McGuinness is hosting three exhibitions in one weekend (thankfully all in one place!) with the first kicking off on Fri 22 May. The exhibition will change daily, culminating in an artwork sale on Mon 25 May.
🎟 Free

📖 Ramsgate Lit Festival
Sat 23 - Sun 31 May / The Book Hotel at The Falstaff
Tamara hasn’t been back on Addington Street long, and she’s already putting on a literacy festival at the newly opened Book Hotel. The event kicks off with an opening-night performance by Mlle. Loulou (23 May), followed by the first author event ‘The Breakup Monologues’ by Rosie Wilby (24 May).
🎟 Various prices / Full schedule here

❓Seabird Pop Quiz
Thu 21 May, 7pm / Seabird
The famously fun Seabird Pop Quiz is SO back! Grab four of your nearest and dearest, or clever strangers if you must, and head down for a cocktail and snacks.
🎟 £2.50pp / DM to book a table

🌍 UNESCO Cultural Diversity Day
Thu 21 May, Midday - 2pm / Harbour Street
Harbour Street traders are coming together to showcase global culture, including free international food tasters and vibrant music. This UN-recognised day is all about connection, understanding and community.
🎟 Free

🐟 Catch x Seabird
Fri 22 May, 6.30 - 8.30pm / Gather&
Join the Catch and Seabird crew for a four-course menu that leans into seasonal produce with Iberian touches. Expect Gordal olives to start, anchovy and goat’s curd toast, a spiced whole mackerel with potato boulangère & asparagus, and a Tarta de Santiago (Spanish almond cake) to close.
🎟 £40pp / Book here

🫖 1940s Tea Dance by Dancing with Giants
Sat 23 May, 2 - 5pm / San Clu Hotel
In the spirit of Operation Dynamo, this 1940s tea dance will feature live music from Tara James & Laura May, homemade cakes, tea, and coffee, and a raffle, with proceeds supporting Standing with Giants.
🎟 £10pp / Call to book: 01843 592345

🧶 Craft Fair
Sat 23 May, 10am - 4pm / Violet’s
Support local makers and crafters at this mini craft fair hosted at Violet’s. Grab a cuppa, cake, and some flowers while you’re there!
🎟 Free

🛍 Ramsgate Handmade & Vintage Fair
Sun 24 May, 11am – 4pm / Harbour Parade
This month’s edition of the handmade fair is back not once, but twice for the Little Ships weekend. Find local makers and suppliers selling right by the sea. Fingers crossed for the weather!
🎟 Free

🎸 Hannah Wicklund
Fri 22 May, 7pm - late / Ramsgate Music Hall
Blues and rock artist Hannah Wicklund explores themes of womanhood and the battle between light and dark, with special guests Dead Writers joining her as support.
🎟 £20.50 / Book here

🤠 Jonny Woo’s Best Bits
Fri 22 May, from 7pm & Sun 23 May, from 2pm / The Alley Bar
Jonny Woo brings a selection of his best bits for two shows of hijinks, sing-a-longs, nonsense and wigs.
🎟 £20 / Book here

🎤 Luther Live & Velvet Voices
Fri 22 May, 7.30 - 10.30pm / The Granville Theatre
Celebrate the golden era of R’n’B with Luther Live & Velvet Voices. Expect smooth sounds of Luther Vandross, Alexander O'Neal and many others, all with a live band.
🎟 £33 / Book here

🎧 Subterranean Sounds
Sat 23 May, 7pm - 3am / Ramsgate Arts Club
If you missed the first one (I did!), this new club night is back with DJ Randy Watson at the helm offering soulful & balearic house to keep you dancing ‘til the small hours.
🎟 Free

🤘OAYSIS
Sat 23 May, 7pm - late / Ramsgate Music Hall
In case it’s not obvious, Oasis tribute band OAYSIS perform tunes such as Supersonic, Don’t Look Back In Anger, Wonderwall and more.
🎟 £25.20 / Book here

🎶 Resonant Coast #4
Sun 24 May, 7pm / Staple Stores
Richard Pike of Salmon Universe launches his latest LP 'Redemption Suite I-IX: For Piano & Textures' which pays a partial homage to Ryuichi Sakamoto, exploring themes of domestic life and personal transformation.
🎟 £7 / Book here

🌕 Kundalini Yoga
Tue 19 May, 9.30 - 11am / Gather &
Connect to your higher consciousness with Bettina Ji through Kundalini Yoga, also known as the "yoga of awareness."
🎟 £18.50 / Book here

👨‍🍼 DadSpace
Thu 21 May, 7 - 9pm / Queens Head
The DadSpace community is growing. Join fellow fathers for a relaxed evening of chats, bevvies, and honest conversations.
🎟 Free / Book here

🐚 The Art of Decoupage
Fri 22 May, 7 - 9pm / Little Ravens, 119a High Street
Learn the process of decoupage in this 15+ workshop where you’ll make trinket shells. Over the two hours you’ll learn more about edge finishing, sealant finishes and crackle finishes.
🎟 £35 / Book here

🎨 Kids Art Classes: Have Fun While You Learn
Mon 25 - Fri 29 May, 10am - 12pm / Silverland Studios
Have Fun While You Learn'
I’m a big fan of Christine Henn, who runs courses at Silverland - she is the sweetest - and for half-term she’ll be hosting drop-off art classes. This five-session course for 5 to 9-year-olds aims to capture their imagination while they learn basic technical painting skills.
🎟 £60 for 5 sessions / Call 01843 589275 to book

🖌️ Kids Art Classes: ‘Drawing and Painting Things as They Look’
Mon 25 - Fri 29 May, 2 - 4pm / Silverland Studios
This second workshop is suitable for 9 to 13-year-olds, who are at the beginning of perceiving figuration. They’ll learn more technical skills and paint objects from everyday life. Drop ‘em off and have a couple of hours to yourself while they get creative.
🎟 £60 for 5 sessions / Call 01843 589275 to book

🏃 Active Ramsate Week
Mon 25 - Fri 29 May,
Popping another one in slightly early, as registration for this one closes on Wed 20 May. Whether you fancy a guided walk in nature, seal spotting from a kayak, or relaxing with a soothing massage RTC is working with over 20 local businesses to provide a range of options during half term wee
🎟 Free / Register here

Three things to know:

1. A new series of monthly events has launched for Thanet start-ups and small businesses. Book in for the first of many Seaside CEO events here.

2. Save the date for this year’s Ramsgate Pride, which will take place on Sat 19 Sep.

3. You should know by now that I’m a sucker for animals, so I’m thrilled that Wildlife Drawing are back with a Sighthound Special on Thu 4th Jun. Book now to secure your place with greyhounds, lurchers and whippets.

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Eurovision will be hitting Ramsgate this week. I have mixed feelings about Eurovision, but I don’t have mixed feelings about Ramsgate’s own Sam of Look Mum, No Computer. Sorry, if you’ve not seen the Furby machine, you need to! There are several viewing parties taking place across town, with a large outdoor screening by the harbour. Details below, as always…

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🎪 Ellington Park May Fayre
Sun 17 May, 11.30am - 6.30pm / Ellington Park
I am stoked to finally have Sundays off work, which means I can finally visit Ellington Park’s annual May event. From a funfair, train rides, and over 100 food and craft stalls, there’s so much to see. Catch me at the dog show from 11.30am. George and Lionel, you got this!
🎟 Free

🎥 Film: If I Had Legs I'd Kick You
Wed 13 May, 7pm / Ramsgate Community Cinema
Ramsgate Community Cinema is really putting on some corkers at the moment. This 2025 American psychological drama film, written and directed by Mary Bronstein, features the fabulous Rose Byrne and has 92% on Rotten Tomatoes. Friday’s matinee screening of Rental Family at 2pm is also well worth a watch if you like observing human interactions.
🎟 Suggested donation £3 / Pay on the door

🪖 338: Ramsgate Remembers
From Fri 15 May - Jun 28 / Ramsgate Harbour
338 life-sized silhouettes are due to hit Ramsgate’s Royal Harbour as Standing with Giants honours the sacrifice of those involved in the Dunkirk evacuation of 1940.
🎟 Free

🔦 Ramsgate Tunnels Local History Day
Sat 16 May, 10am - 4pm / Ramsgate Tunnels
Thanet and East Kent’s heritage organisations and museums come together for a day of local history. Deep tunnel shelter tours will run throughout the day, with the likes of the Powell Cotton museum and Broadstairs Palace Cinema also making an appearance.
🎟 Free

🥐 New Opening: LIFT
Mon - Tue, Thu - Sun, 10am - 4pm / Royal Harbour Parade (next to the arcades)
There’s another new cafe in town and baked goods queen Lorna (previously Elysium) is involved so you can bet it’s gonna be tasty. Vegan and gluten free options also available.

🌍 Refillable Van
Mon 11 May, 11am - 2pm / Radford House
Bring your own containers to refill eco-friendly household essentials, dry foods, beauty products, and the list goes on.

♫ Live Music Quiz with Andy Mack
Thu 14 May, 7.30pm / Queens Head
Think you’re in the know about music? Andy Mack is back with this live music quiz. Entry includes nibbles, and curry from Ruby’s is served until 8.30pm.
🎟 £5 including nibbles / Call to book: 01843 853888

🤘Glazyhaze
Tue 12 May, 7pm - late / Ramsgate Music Hall
Venice-based band Glazyhaze are influenced by shoegaze, dream pop, and alternative sounds. The result is tunes with dark atmospheres alongside dreamy and ethereal soundscapes. Don’t miss it.
🎟 £12.50 / Book here

🎤 Karablokey
Fri 15 May, from 7pm / The Alley Bar
We all have that one mate at karaoke that does not share the mic, and this time, Mr Pat Riarchy is owning it. Get there for 7pm for Happy Hour and bring a duet you’ve always wanted to sing with him.
🎟 from £5 / Book here

🎹 Elton John Tribute
Fri 15 May, 8.30pm / The San Clu
Elton John is back again, baby! Or at least, his tribute act is. Grab those sparkly sunglasses and feel the love…
🎟 Free

🤠 Country Roads: One Night of Country Classics
Fri 15 May, 7.30 - 10.30pm / The Granville Theatre
Leave your 9-to-5 worries at the door and celebrate country music icons. These boots were made for walking straight to The Granville.
🎟 £34.65 / Book here

🪩 Eurovision Watch Party
Sat 16 May, 7pm – Midnight / Opposite Queen’s Head
Join in with the camp side of Eurovision and support this giant screening of Ramsgate’s own Look Mum No Computer, and if you’re an avid fan, catch the semi-finals at Ramsgate Arts Club on Tuesday and Thursday. Eins, zwei, drei…
🎟 Free

🤘Peter and The Test Tube Babies
Sat 16 May, 7pm - late / Ramsgate Music Hall
17-year-old punks Peter Bywaters and Del Strangefish founded their band in 1978 and have been going strong ever since. Catch their latest show while it’s here.
🎟 £20 / Book here

😂 Chuckl. Presents Joe Pasquale
Sat 16 May, 7.30 - 9.45pm / Granville Theatre
Joe Pasquale, Mike McClean, Fiona Allen & Justin Panks will be bringing all the laught to May’s edition of Chuckl. Expect fast-paced stand-up and crowd work.
🎟 £29.15 / Book here

✏️ Coffee and Craft Morning
Wed 13 May, 11am - 1pm / Violet’s
Violet’s own crafting wizard, Mandy, will lead this creative session where you can get help with craft projects. Meet like-minded people and learn a new skill!
🎟 £5 for first session, £7.50 after (includes a drink) / DM or call to book

🍋 Lemon: stamp carving and print
Wed 13 May, 1.1 - 2.45pm / Little Ravens, 119a High Street
Another one for you crafters and lemon lovers. Make your own lemon rubber stamp with the team at Little Ravens (nb: this one’s for 15+).
🎟 £35 / Book here

🛼 Kent Roller Disco
Sat 16 May, 1 - 2.30pm / Ramsgate Leisure Centre
Roller fans unite at this monthly roller disco. Alas, I’ll be in the shop, so none of you will be able to laugh at my attempts to glide around the place.
🎟 £8 (skate hire included)

💃🏻 Ballroom Fitness Class
Wed 13 May / 6.30 - 7.30pm, Manston Sports and Social Club
Put on your dancing shoes and join this ballroom fitness class by Lead & Follow, with partner sessions taking place straight after - book your slot in advance!
🎟 £8pp / Book here

Three things to know:

1. Ramsgate councillor Raushan Ara has been elected for a fifth term as town mayor, with Jane Hetherington taking the deputy position. Congratulations both!

2. Ramsgate Carnival is on the hunt for participants. It’s taking place 25 - 26 Jul. See more here.

3. Silverland Studios will be hosting week-long art workshops for half term (25 - 29 May) for children aged 5-9 and 9-13. 5 sessions will be £60. Info and booking via
   christine.henn@gmx.de

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Before my mishap, I wanted to start this week’s newsletter by shouting out a very important Ramsgate initiative that has been crowdfunding for the last month. These vital services bring joy, company, and creativity to many people’s lives, and it would be devastating to lose them. View the project and pledge here if you can, before reading on for all of this week’s fantastic events.

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🛍 Looping the Loop: Mad Hatter’s Tea Party
Sat 9 May, 11am – 2pm / Albert Court
We’re all mad here, so all the more reason to embrace it. Step through the looking glass with Looping the Loop as they transform Albert Court into a realm of nonsense. Who knows what you might discover…
🎟 Free

🎥 Film: Song Sung Blue
Wed 6 May, 7pm / Ramsgate Community Cinema
Hugh Jackman & Kate Hudson play a married couple of singers, as they meet and rise to fame with their Neil Diamond tribute performances.
🎟 Suggested donation £3 / Pay on the door

🏮 Pop Up: Stone and Clay
Thu 7 - Sun 10 May, 2 - 4pm (10 - 4pm Sat) / Margo in Margate Studio
Discover the work of Mary Michael as she presents expressive figures and birds carved from stone or sculpted from clay.
🎟 Free

🖼️ The Golden Zodiac
Sat 9 May, 11am - 5pm / Front Room Gallery
Celebrate Mark Negin’s 94th year with an exhibition of his work. Expect rich gold foiling, delicate colours, and zodiac symbols. Believe me, the fish piece on the poster is divine!
🎟 Free

🎭 ELZ: Work In Progress
Sat 9 May, from 9pm / The Alley Bar
I caught Elz at Margate Assembly this week, and she’s naturally hilarious. Check out her material at this work in progress titled ‘By The End of This Show Every Man In The Audience Will Be in Love With Me’. Spoiler: she’s a lesbian.
🎟 from £8 / Book here

👗 SWAG’s Birthday Bonanza
Mon 4 May, 10am - 4pm / SWAG
Mandy, owner of Addington Street’s designer dress agency SWAG, is turning 60, and you’re invited to join the party. Pop in on bank holiday Monday for a glass of wine and a try-on.
🎟 Free

🥬 An Asparagus Dinner
Thu 7 May, 7pm / Seabird
Love Sevenscore asparagus? You’ll love this five-course dinner, which showcases a different way to prepare and eat asparagus. A love letter to eight weeks of the year…
🎟 £55, includes a welcome cocktail / Book your table

📝 Quiz Night
Fri 10 Apr, from 6pm / Violet’s
Violet’s quiz night has become a pretty popular occasion. Join quiz master Dan for a night of fun with cash prizes to be won.
🎟 £5pp / DM to book

🍸 Embassy Aperitivo
Sat 9 May, 4 - 9pm / Gather&
The Foreign Embassy invites you to join them for music, cocktails, wines from Westwell and a special selection of small plates and bar snacks using local and seasonal produce.
🎟 Prices vary / No need to book

🤘Pictish Trail
Tue 5 May, 7pm - late / Ramsgate Music Hall
Join Johnny Lynch, aka Pictish Trail for the release of his new album, LIFE SLIME. The description says you can expect “tenderness, weirdness, and a generous dollop of goo.”
🎟 £22.50 / Book here

😂 Vaults Comedy
Thu 7 May, 6.30 - 9.30pm / Ramsgate Arts Club
May’s Vaults Comedy is upon us with Funmbi Omotayo, Sharon Whanjohi, Josh Elton & Erika Ehler taking the stage.
🎟 £18 / Book here

🎹 Sean Webster Band
Thu 7 May, 8 - 10.30pm / Red Arrows Music Club
Spend your Thursday evening with four-piece blues act, Sean Webster Band. Tap those toes to blues-inflected guitar licks and weathered soul vocals.
🎟 £16 / Book here

🎶 Blues with Bottle Club: Fran McGillivray & Mike Burke
Thu 7 May, 8pm / Honeysuckle Inn
Word is this is one of Ramsgate’s best-kept secrets, and we want to spread the word! Join the crew at The Honesysuckle for laid-back, jazzy vibes.
🎟 Free

🤘David Devant & his Spirit Wife
Fri 8 May, 7pm - late / Ramsgate Music Hall
Little-known fact - to him as well - is that one of the members of David Devant and his Spirit Wife taught me for my foundation art degree. If you’re reading this. Mikey, I hope everyone makes it on Friday!
🎟 £19 / Book here

🤡Academy FM ‘s Comedy Challenge Fundraiser
Fri 8 May, 7.30pm / Australian Arms
Academy FM, Thanet’s community radio station, is holding a comedy fundraiser, challenging presenters to do their first-ever stand-up comedy set. If they fail to make the cut, Adam Morrison Jones (a real comedian) will be headlining the night.
🎟 Free, donations welcome

🎭 Kane Brown: Crowd Work King
Sat 9 May, 7.30 - 10.30pm / The Granville Theatre
Coming off the back of his “Don’t Listen To Me” UK tour, Kane brings you his brand-new show ‘Crowd Work King’. One hour of unscripted, unplanned comedy, all based around audience participation.
🎟 from £23.10 / Book here

🎸 Deerhoof
Sat 9 May, 7.30pm - late / Ramsgate Music Hall
This US/Japanese quartet is celebrating their 31st year, and they’re hitting Ramsgate! Expect a combination of candy-coated hard-rock riffs and free-jazz percussive freakouts.
🎟 £27.50 / Book here

☯ Wu Style Tai Chi
Thu 7 May, 6 - 7pm / Gather&
Learn Wu-style tai chi at this new class hosted by David. The style, derived from Yang-style, is known for its small, compact movements, high stances, and distinct forward lean.
🎟 £10 / Email to book

🧶 WRAP: Off-loom Weaving Workshop
Sat 9 May, 10am - 4.30pm / Maker’s House
Makers, this one is for you. In this one-day workshop led by Sam (A Little Victory) at the beautiful Maker’s House, you will learn how to wrap and weave a bespoke textile art panel
🎟 £150 / Book here

🐒 Kids Workshop: Aqua Gel Animals
Sat 9 May, 11am - 12.30pm / Little Ravens, 119a High Street
Bring the ocean to life with your kids as they make their own squishy aqua animals.
🎟 £16.40 (for one adult and one child) / Book here

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This week I’ve managed to keep things local, catching a really cool exhibition by Hannah Battershell at Ramsgate Arts Club (it’s on ‘til May), and enjoying Through The Senses festival, which took over the majority of Ramsgate venues this weekend. If you’re after more of the same, there are plenty of wellness events to get involved with this weekend, too.

Don’t miss out, until next week - EJP x

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🎨 My Last Rodeo
Sat 2 - Sat 9 May, 10.30am - 3.30pm / The Wooden Box Gallery
Abbie Ziegler presents artwork created during her journey with untreatable breast cancer. Expect art on canvas and paper, painted sick bowls, bed pans, painted tin cans, knitted banners and crowns. Her prognosis is unfortunately poor, but her dark sense of humour is thriving.
🎟 Free

🎥 Film: Sinners
Wed 29 Apr, 7pm / Ramsgate Community Cinema
A success during awards season, this period horror thriller features Michael B. Jordan in a dual role as twin brothers in 1930s Mississippi. They return to their hometown to face supernatural vampires and systemic terror in the Jim Crow-era South, heavily influenced by blues music and cultural themes.
🎟 Suggested donation £3 / Pay on the door

🗞️ Ramsgate Rising Launch
Wed 29 Apr, from 4pm / Ramsgate Arts Club
Support the next generation at the launch of Ramsgate Rising, a new magazine created for, and by young people in Ramsgate. The team of 18-25 year olds have been busy writing, photographing, designing and marketing their debut issue. Check it out!
🎟 Free

🍃 Molly Pickle Collection Launch
Fri 1 May - Mon 4 May, 11am - 4pm / Union
Molly Pickle launches her new collection, including prints, clothing, baby wear and homeware in her signature style, all inspired by her love of the coast and nature.
🎟 Free

🍷 Staple Evenings Launch
Fri 1 May, from 6pm / Staple Stores
Love Staple in the day? You’re sure to love it in the evening. Join the team for opening night and sample some simple dishes from Steve and Mark. The evenings will then run Thu - Sun, no booking required.
🎟 Free

🛍 Ramsgate Handmade & Vintage Fair
Sun 3 May, 11am – 4pm / Harbour Parade
Stop by Ramsgate’s regular maker’s market with locally-produced, handmade goodies galore.
🎟 Free

🎹 Big Wolf Band
Tue 28 Apr, 8 - 10.30pm / Red Arrows Music Club
Formed in Birmingham in 2014 by acclaimed guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter Jonathan Earp, Big Wolf Band are set to entertain you with hard-edged blues rock anthems, soulful ballads and groove-driven instrumentals.
🎟 £15 / Book here

🤘The Smiths Presumably
Fri 1 May, 7pm - late / Ramsgate Music Hall
Grab your flowers for a night with The Smiths no.1 tribute, The Smiths Presumably.
🎟 £22.40 / Book here

🎷 The Chicago Blues Brothers
Fri 1 May, 7.30 - 10.30pm / The Granville Theatre
Celebrating 45 years of the legendary Blues Brothers legacy, this live concert promises to deliver a high-energy night of electrifying blues and foot-stomping country classics.
🎟 £34.65 / Book here

🎸 Lorelle Meets the Obsolete
Sat 2 May, 7.30pm - late / Ramsgate Music Hall
Lorena Quintanilla and Alberto González, bring some Latin American to the UK, drifting from heavy psych into post-punk, noise, avant-pop, and electronic minimalism.
🎟 £18.50 / Book here

🎷 Sing The Musicals
Sun 3 May, 7.30 - 10.30pm / The Granville Theatre
Love musicals? Sing your heart out at this evening of musical theatre, including songs from Mamma Mia, The Greatest Showman, Dirty Dancing and more.
🎟 £31.35 / Book here

🧘 Laugh. Breathe. Relax
Mon 27 Apr, 6pm / Hold Creative Spaces
End your working day with Sylvia Tillman and her series of laughter exercises that release feel-good hormones, uplift your mood, and help combat stress and pain.
🎟 from £4 / Book here

🧺 Mums’ Park Picnic
Thu 30 Apr, from 11.30pm / Ellington Park
Abigail Ruffy IBCLC hosts a relaxed mums’ park picnic - no structure, no pressure, just a space to sit, chat, feed your baby, or quietly exist alongside other mums. Bring a picnic, a blanket & your little ones.
🎟 Free

👩‍🍼 Mum & Baby Yoga
Thu 30 Apr, 11.30am / Union
Reconnect your body and mind with this mum and baby class that aims to support you physically by nurturing and strengthening your new body. Meet other mums, bond with your baby and give them a little treat with a baby massage.
🎟 £55 for 4 weeks / Email to book

🌸 Fabulous Florals Paint & Sip
Fri 1 May, 6 - 8pm / Violet’s
Join Rachel Ann for a relaxed, creative evening surrounded by fresh flowers. Whether you’re completely new to painting or want a couple of hours to switch off and get creative, this is a space to enjoy the process without pressure.
🎟 £25 / Book here

🌕 Full Moon Gong Bath
Fri 1 May, 6 - 7pm / Gather &
Harness full moon energy and surrender to deep relaxation in this gong sound bath run by Bettina Ji. Bring your own blankets and dress comfortably.
🎟 £26.50 / Book here

👜 Kids Workshop: Unique Bag Decorating & Charm Keyring
Sat 2 May, 11am - 12.30pm & 1.30 - 3pm / Little Ravens, 119a High Street
Help your little ones experiment with fabric printing and painting in this bag-decorating class, adding drawings and patterns, gems, and tassels. They will finish off making their own bag charm keyring.
🎟 £16.40 (for one adult and one child) / Book here

☯️ Slow Sundays Yin Yoga
Sun 3 May, 5.30 - 6.45pm & 7 - 8.15pm / Gather&
Pause from the busy flow of life and join Zoe Carpenter for this weekly yoga class. Yin Yoga is a deeply nourishing practice designed to release tension, calm the mind, and restore balance from within.
🎟 £12pp / Book here

3 THINGS TO KNOW:

1. Ramsgate Town Council has organised a viewing party for this year’s Eurovision, where Ramsgate’s Look Mum No Computer will be repping the UK. Find out details here.

2. Good news for Ramsgate! TDC now has the power to auction off leases of long-term empty business properties. A drop-in information session will be held at the council offices on Thu 7 May, 1 - 4.30pm.

3. Smash burgers are back at Ramsgate Boating Pool. Grab some mates, get a beer and enjoy the view.

4. Godessa Jewellery on Harbour Street is celebrating 10 years of the business. Go and wish Laura many more years of success!

5. The team behind Happy Mondays is still fundraising to keep this vital service in operation. THEY’RE SO CLOSE! Donate to the cause here.

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🍍 Through The Senses: Tears of a Crown
Sat 25 & Sun 26 Apr, Various times / Granville Marina
Annie Nichols’ sensory and immersive installation takes inspiration from an 1886 menu of the historically opulent Granville Hotel. In this very rare opportunity, you will be led through secret tunnels that run behind a house on Granville Marina with a bespoke audio work from musician Clementine Blue. I’m SO excited!
🎟 from £10 / Book here

🖊️ Ramsgate MultiVerse Poetry Night
Thu 23 Apr, 7.30pm / The Conquerer
Listen to and try out your poetry at this informal open mic night, where everyone is welcome.
🎟 Free

🎨 DRIFT by Derek Hayn
Fri 24 Apr, 6 -9pm, Sat 25 -Sun 26 Apr, 11am - 5pm / Hold Gallery
Get lost in this photo exhibition on the lasting impact of memory. Each photograph combines the disorientation of Derek Hayn’s arrival on the Kent coast with a clarity that grew over time. The images echo how the coast helped him settle and find solid ground.
🎟 Free entry

🎥 Through The Senses: The Nightingale’s Song
Sat 25 Apr, 6pm / Ramsgate Community Cinema
As climate change threatens the future of nightingales in the UK, acclaimed British folk singer Sam Lee sings with nightingales to honour the ancient relationship between birdsong and folk song.
🎟 £3 / Book here

🇿🇦 New Opening: The African House Market
Tue - Sun, 12 - 6pm / 76 High Street
Love African food, or want to try something a little different? The African House Market has taken over the old thrift store site and is stocking everything from plantain to chilli oil. Opening hours are loose while they find out what works for them, but pop in to say hello and check out the produce. Find them on Facebook here.

🍄 Through the Senses: 3-Course Mushroom Lunch
Sat 25 Apr, 1pm / Gather&
Created through a naturopathic lens, this 3-course menu devised by Gather&’s Naomi Grady uses functional mushrooms to support clarity, energy, digestion and calm. The result is food that feels grounding, vibrant and deeply nourishing, but you’ll have to try for yourself!
🎟 £28pp / Book here

🍷 Through the Senses: Riedel Wine Glass Experience
Sat 25 Apr, 4pm / Gather&
Take your taste buds on a journey of discovery as Martin Turner, Riedel’s UK ambassador, guides you through a unique comparative tasting. Experience the effect that different glass shapes have on both your nose and your palate.
🎟 £22pp / Book here

🫒 Through the Senses: Tapas and Ceramics
Sun 26 Apr, 1.30pm / Ramsgate Space
Chef Jessica Leah returns for her fifth Ramsgate Through the Senses to create tapas-style dishes inspired by Minnie Mae Studios’s beautiful ceramics.
🎟 £30pp / Book here

🤘Kowloon Walled City
Mon 20 Apr, 7.30pm - late / Ramsgate Music Hall
Known for a "deconstructed approach to noise rock, math rock and slowcore," Kowloon Walled City will be bringing the vibes to the music hall with support from "dark and earthy" post-metal band, Wren.
🎟 £14.50 / Book here

✨ Buddy Holly Tribute
Fri 24 Apr, from 8pm / San Clu Hotel
Friday will be the day to catch classics such as Peggy Sue, True Love Ways and Rave On at Ramsgate’s seafront hotel.
🎟 Free

🎷 Darrell Smith and the Soul Brothers Syndicate Presents: Norther Soul Orchestra
Fri 24 Apr, 7.30 - 10.30pm / The Granville Theatre
As seen at BBC Proms, Darrell Smith and the Soul Brothers Syndicate bring a live show with their 9-piece Northern Soul Orchestra playing homage to the high-energy music.
🎟 £39.05 / Book here

🎤 Southern Country Rock
Fri 24 Apr, 7.30 - 10pm / Royal Temple Yacht Club
Spend your Friday with electric guitars and twangy vocals, as blues and country are blended with hard rock.
🎟 Free

🍹 Hannah Montana Bottomless Brunch
Sat 25 Apr, 1 -3pm / Silvers Showbar
I’ll admit to watching the 20-year anniversary of Hannah Montana (guilty!) and I think belting out The Climb over a bottomless brunch might just be classed as self-care.
🎟 from £40 / Book here

🤡 Wilson’s Comedy Club ft. Bob Mills
Sat 25 Apr, 7.30 - 9.30pm / Queens Head
Wilson’s Comedy Club is back at The Queen’s Head with a line-up including Kate Lucas, Kevin McCarthy, Bob Mills, and hosted by Wilson Milton.
🎟 £15 / Book here

🎸 The Frank & Walters
Sat 25 Apr, 7.30pm - late / Ramsgate Music Hall
Hailing from Cork, Ireland, The Frank & Walters are an alternative pop band who you may know from a certain indie sleaze period…
🎟 £22.50 / Book here

🎶 Resonant Coast #3
Sun 26 Apr, 5.30 -9pm / Ramsgate Arts Club
Presented by Salmon Universe Records, Resonant Coast explores marginal ambient, electronic, and improvised music. The third instalment will feature Alex Rex, Francesca Ter-Berg, Adam Coney and Richard Pike.
🎟 £8 / Book here

🕯 Death Cafe
Thu 23 Apr, 5 - 6.30pm / The New Belgium Bar
Break the taboo and join Pilgrims Hospice for an afternoon of all things related to death. This safe and relaxed environment is an opportunity for you to share your thoughts, fears, and questions about mortality.
🎟 Free / Book here

💍 Adult Jewellery Making
Fri 24 Apr, 7 - 9.30pm / Little Ravens, 119a High Street
Learn the techniques of polymer jewellery making, from how to UV resin glaze, apply inlays, marble, texture, foiling and much more. You’ll leave with a finished pair of earrings and a pendant necklace.
🎟 £35 / Book here

🍮 Through the Senses: Jelly Land
Sat 25 Apr, 1 - 2pm, 2.30 - 3.30pm / Ramsgate Space
Actor Megan Garrett-Jones invites you and the kids to Jelly Land to collect stamps in your Jelly Land passport. Meg will be your Jelly Land guide as you write Jelly History, make a Jelly Ceremony, and fill the map with buildings made of jelly!
🎟 £3pp / Book here

🌸 Through the Senses: Perfume Stories
Sat 25 Apr, 2.30 - 4pm & 4.30 - 6pm / The Book Hotel
Explore a multi-sensory approach to learning based on olfaction (sense of smell) and perfume in this unique workshop led by Michael O’Shaughnessy.
🎟 £12pp / Book here

🪸 Through the Senses: Seaweed Pressing Workshop
Sat 25 Apr, 3 - 5pm / Gather&
Broadstairs forager Gemila Boss (The Driftweed Artist) offers the opportunity to learn the Victorian art of seaweed pressing. You’ll receive an introduction to Thanet’s seaweed and be shown how to press it to create unusual and beautiful pieces of natural artwork for you to take home and frame.
🎟 £30pp / Book here

🏺Through the Senses: Pottery Throwdown
Sat 25 & Sun 26 Apr, 10am - 1pm / 16 Paragon Street
Get messy and learn how to throw some pottery with Mike Child in his studio. After a brief explanation and guided demonstration of using clay on the wheel from Mike, participants will be able to try it out for themselves.
🎟 £13pp / Book here

💍 Gather: Kent’s Creative Wedding Fair
Sat 2 - Sun 3 May, 11am - 4pm / Turner
If you’re planning a wedding and want something that feels genuinely you, Gather is where to start. This thoughtfully curated wedding fair brings together some of Kent’s most creative, independent suppliers from photographers and florists to dressmakers, stylists and bakers, all with a focus on originality over tradition.

There’s also a range of workshops anyone can pre-book, including scent making with Dulcie, candle decorating or foil placecard embossing. Book your free ticket for Gather for a cocktail on arrival and grab one-on-one time with suppliers.

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4 THINGS TO KNOW:

1. A new youth magazine for the area has launched! Follow Ramsgate Rising for more info.

2. Heritage Lab has been granted £250,000 from Historic England with the aim of bringing historic buildings back into use. Find out more.

3. David Willis is launching Tai Chi classes from 7 May at Gather&. Find out more here.

4. Thanet council has proposed to house 50 rentable storage containers on Ramsgate Port, providing storage space for use by local businesses. Read all about it.

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