Dare I say it? It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas! Or at least that’s what the TV ads and supermarket shelves will have you think. As we move into the times where discounts, gifting ideas and mince pies are forced upon us, I’d love to invite you to save this very important date where you keep your festive spend where it counts most!
Join us on Sat 5 Dec, for Don’t Miss Ramsgate’s Shop Small Saturday. We’re launching a curated, town-wide Christmas Independent Shopping Trail highlighting the incredible creative shops, makers, and traders that give our seaside town its character. Every pound you spend with an independent shop circulates right back into our community, powering local livelihoods and sustaining our high street. Even just a slight tweak to your regular shopping habits can make a difference. Of course, attending events also does the trick, and I’ve got a bunch of those for you this week, too. Let us know you’re attending here, and please share, share, share!
Don’t miss out, until next week - EJP x
🎉 Molly Pickle’s Christmas Cracker Party & Festive Shopping
Fri 13 Nov, 6.00pm - 9.00pm / Union Cafe
The festive markets have begun and Molly Pickle is officially kicking things off with a Christmas launch party to show of her new illustrated goodies. All advance bookings will receive a Christmas cracker and there will be live music, complimentary drinks and nibbles, plus a few surprises along the way.
🎟️ Free / Book now
🌟 Shop Local Spotlight / Union Yoga & Cafe
Cafe: Tue - Sat, 8am - 3pm, Sun, 10am -2pm; Yoga Studio: See Schedule / 25-27 Queen Street
Looking for a moment to relax or unwind in the coming months and beyond? Union Yoga & Café has you covered, with a weekly schedule of classes - including yoga, Pilates and Tai Chi - alongside its welcoming community café serving wholesome food and drink.
Founded by yoga teacher Amie Evans, Union has grown into a thriving hub offering expert-led classes, as well as teacher training courses, workshops and retreats. Whether you’re a seasoned yogi or have never stepped onto a mat, there’s something for everyone. It’s wheelchair-accessible too. New to the studio? You can get started with 10 days of yoga for just £20.
After your class (and at all other times!), a visit to Union Café is a must. Run by Lucy, it serves speciality coffee, nourishing homemade vegetarian food and a selection of sweet treats. I wholeheartedly recommend their in-house chai blend! With an emphasis on good-quality ingredients and local suppliers, the café perfectly complements Union’s wider ethos: a space that encourages people to slow down, connect with new people and make time for themselves.
🌿 Intro to Permaculture with Jo Barker
Wed 11 Nov, 10.30am - Midday / Dawnie’s Coffee Shop
If you’re looking to learn more about permaculture - the ecological design framework and land-management philosophy - expert Jo Barker will be offering an informal talk on the subject. This is her first in a cafe setting, so grab a cuppa and learn something new.
🎟️ Free (donations welcome)
🎥 Film: Obsession
Wed 11 Nov, 7pm / Ramsgate Community Cinema
American supernatural psychological horror film Obsession makes its way to our wee community cinema. This indie film directed by Curry Barke out-grossed the latest Star Wars film at the box office this year. One to watch, if you can hack it!
🎟 £3.50 suggested donation
🦐 Meg O’ Reilly Exhibition
Thu 12 Nov, 6 - 8pm / Minnie-Mae Studio
I’m a huge fan of Margate-based Meg O‘Reilly’s work and I can’t wait to see it in-situ at Minnie-Mae’s beautiful space. Meg uses oil paints to create her colourful, textural pieces with a play on nostalgia and cultural references. They’re really quite something!
🎟️ Free
📜 Ramsgate’s Attics
Sat 14 Nov - Fri 27 Nov, 10am - 4pm / Ramsgate Space
Thanet Trust presents a new history exhibition shaped by the community. Uncover Ramsgate’s hidden history through the weird and wonderful objects found in the residents of Ramsgate’s attics. Join on Saturday, 2 – 4pm, for opening day celebrations with workshops throughout the rest of the show.
🎟️ Free
🎬 Power Station - Film Screening plus Q&A
Sat 14 Nov, 5.30pm / St George’s Church
I believe that Ramsgate Community Cinema screened community documentary ‘Power Station’ last year, and it’s coming back in a bigger setting. Directed by artist-activists Hilary Powell and Dan Edelstyn, the doc follows a community-driven mission to turn a London neighbourhood street into a solar-powered energy hub. The screening will be followed by a live Q&A with the filmmakers.
🎟️ Free (donations welcome)
♻️ The Refillable Van
Mon 9 Nov, 11am - 1pm / Pie Factory Music
Sad news, The Refillable Van has cut down its trips to Ramsgate, but you can still catch it once a month for you zero-waste goodies. Bring your own containers!
🎟️ Free entry
🛍️ Violet’s Christmas Market
Sat 14 Nov, 10am / Violet’s
Stock up on some early Christmas pressies with this festive shopping market featuring seasonal gifts by local makers and crafters.
🎟️ Free entry
💌 RNLI Christmas Card Sale
Sun 15 Nov, 1pm / Royal Temple Yacht Club
Need some cards for your gifts? This charity Christmas card sale supports the RNLI.
🎟️ Free entry
🎷 Collette Cooper
Sun 15 Nov, 1pm / Ramsgate Arts Club
Join Collette Cooper in Ramsgate’s sexiest speak easy for an afternoon of blues, jazz, and soul. You’ve gotta love a gig when you can be home before dinner.
🎟️ £15 / Book now
📝 Ten Years of Mr Teds
Tue 10 Nov, 7.30pm / Honesysuckle Inn
Ten years in the quizness and Mr Teds is choosing to celebrate with a film quiz, taking inspiration from the movie ‘10’. Described as “not for the faint hearted”, this is a quiz like no other.
🎟 £5pp / Reserve a table
🎭 Better Days Productions Present: Footloose The Musical
Thur 12 Nov - Sat 14 Nov, 7.30 - 9.30pm / The Granville Theatre
Enjoy this amateur performance of ‘Footloose The Musical’ which tells the story of Ren McCormack, a teenage boy from Chicago. He and his mother move to the small town of Bomont after his father abandons them. Full of good vibes, despite the storyline.
🎟️ from £23.85 / Book now
🎸Barbican Estate
Fri 13 Nov, 7.30 - 11pm / Ramsgate Music Hall
Tokyo-formed, London-based trio return with their most expansive and experimental record to date, featuring new singles ‘Derek’ and ‘Atlas’ from their second album, Rock Drill. Support comes from Dez Dare.
🎟️ £12.50 / Book now
🎤 Cher Tribute
Fri 13 Nov, 9pm / The San Clu Hotel
Do you believe in life after love? Well, this tribute act sure does and will be performing Cher’s greatest hits.
🎟️ Free
🎸Railcard + Swansea Sound
Sat 14 Nov, 7.30 - 11pm / Ramsgate Music Hall
Railcard have been doing the rounds in Ramsgate, but this time they’re joined by fellow indie pop band Swansea Sound. Expect jangling guitars, sweet strings, organ and cool trumpet lines, plus a drive and punch from the rhythm section that steers into Motown and bubblegum pop/garage.
🎟️ £14.50 / Book here
🎙️Balearic Bumps
Sat 14 Nov, from 8pm / Ramsgate Arts Club
A first outing in Ramsgate for BALEARIC BUMPS , a nomadic and occasional party of genre fluid, Balearic adjacent, forgotten house, lost disco and hidden pop.
🎟️ Free
🎨 Paint in the Geodesic Dome
Sun 15 Nov, Midday - 2pm / Monkton Nature Reserve
Step inside the geodesic dome at Monkton Nature Reserve for a relaxed day of painting, creativity and connection. Choose from a canvas painting or terracotta pot to get your creative juices flowing.
🎟️ £32 / Book here
⚡️Harry Potter Pilates Night
Sat 14 Nov, 6.30 - 8.30pm / Define Your Movement, Manston Business Park
Calling all Harry Potter lovers! Step into the wizarding world for a themed Pilates evening with a 50-minute workout to music from the films. Afterwards, you’ll get to create your own grip socks while enjoying some Harry Potter inspired goodies and the film itself.
🎟️ £45 / Book now
Three things to know:
Ramsgate’s Heritage Lab has reached an agreement in principle to bring the former public rooms at Ramsgate’s Grade II-listed Granville Hotel back into use. See more here.
New Year’s Day dippers, this one is for you. Early registration for the traditional yearly event is being encouraged. Sign up here.
Speaking of early, if a trip to Santa’s Grotto is on the cards for you this year, you can officially book into the offering from 6th Ramsgate Royal Harbour Sea Scouts. Information can be found here.
📌 The Noticeboard: Find out about regular events and services!
Looking for regular events? Want to know about services? The Noticeboard features regular community events and promotes everything from dog walkers to music lessons across Margate, Ramsgate and Broadstairs. Discover what’s happening in the area and support your local community.
Got something to promote yourself? Submit a listing for just £10 a month.
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