Welcome to Ramsgate
the UK’s only
Royal Harbour
“Come & visit our beautiful seaside town”
RAMSGATE HAS A LOVELY HARBOUR WITH CAFES & BARS. EXCELLENT SANDY BEACHES, COASTAL WALKS & ACTIVITIES FOR THE MORE ADVENTUROUS.
Welcome to Visit Ramsgate
Ramsgate is home to the only Royal Harbour in the UK – given this status by King George IV because he was so impressed with the hospitality he received in our coastal town, and the same is still true today.
With one of the warmest climates in the UK, there’s a distinct continental feel in the town. Visitors can soak up the cosmopolitan atmosphere in one of the many waterfront bars, cafes and restaurants and enjoy the beautiful architecture and our famous Harbour Arches with stunning views across the marina.
There’s so much to enjoy – relax and explore the eclectic mix of artisan and boutique shops or stroll along our award-winning sandy beaches and shoreline. If you are looking for something more adventurous, why not cycle, canoe or even kitesurf around our stunning chalk cliff coastline, famous the world over.
There’s one thing you can always count on when visiting Ramsgate – and that’s a right Royal welcome!
Ramsgate is a great place to visit in any weather!
Check out the beach guide for
Ramsgate Main Sands tides & weather.
Click here to download our Dog Friendly Beach Map.
Click here to visit our Maps and Trails page.
Click here to download the Rammy the Raven Map.
What people say…
Just a small selection of what people have said about Ramsgate.
“I Love London and I Love Paris but I am a Child of the Pine Woods and the Sands in Ramsgate”
Vincent Van Gogh
Moved to Ramsgate April 1876
Where to Stay
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Royal Harbour Hotel
The Royal Harbour Hotel is a delightfully quirky 27-bedroom townhouse hotel that stands on a beautiful Georgian crescent with magnificent views of the harbour and sea. The hotel is full of books and original artwork for our guests to enjoy. Simplicity, elegance and eccentricity go hand in hand!
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Accommodation | Airbnb | Dog friendly | Food & Drink | Hotel | Self Catering | Shop
The Falstaff
At The Falstaff, we offer a charming selection of individually designed rooms and spacious apartments, perfect for a relaxing getaway. Nestled within our historic building, each space has its own unique character and comfort, providing a cozy base for exploring Ramsgate and beyond.
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Harbour Cottage
Tucked away in Ramsgate’s beautiful and historic area, our stylish 2-bedroom cottage offers the perfect blend of charm, comfort & location. A short stroll to the harbour, beaches, local shops, pubs, and cafés, it’s an ideal base for families, couples, or small groups of friends.
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Accommodation | Activity | B&B | Dog friendly
Langmead Guest House
Langmead Guest House is a small, traditional bed & breakfast, providing comfortable accommodation in the beautiful historic town of Ramsgate, with its Royal Harbour, sandy beaches and lively nightlife.
Your host Denise is a qualified British Nordic Walking instructor who will be happy to help you see more of what Thanet has to offer!
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The Regency (St Augustine’s Road)
A ground floor luxury period apartment with views stretching to the French coast.
2 bedrooms 1 x superking size bed, 1 x double bed. Kitchen, dining and living area.
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The Grange
Set in its own private garden, The Grange offers a retreat from the outside world, within the thriving town of Ramsgate. To stay here, in the home Pugin designed for himself and his family, offers a unique chance to step into his colourful and idiosyncratic world.
For a listing of more places to stay click here.
Where to Eat
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Flavours by Kumar
Based in Ramsgate, Flavours by Kumar is a sharing experience….. and dares you to lose yourself in the sensuous world of spice. Food for me has always been an adventure. My aim is to convey my passion for Indian cuisine in a way which gives you a taste of perfect Indian dishes.
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Pegwell Bay Country Park (Nature Reserve)
The park acts as the entrance to a nature reserve and the rare flora and fauna here make this an area of national importance. This stretch of windswept coastline includes chalk cliffs, mud flats, saltmarsh and sand dunes, and is an important habitat for bird species.
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Mariners Bar
Thanet’s most authentic nautical themed bar in the heart of Ramsgate’s Royal Harbour. Dogs are welcome on our premises. Water bowls. Free doggie treats.
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The San Clu
The San Clu Hotel is a 3 star hotel overlooking Ramsgate beach and ideally located close to Ramsgate town centre with local amenities and public transport facilities.
It has 44 rooms, all of which have air conditioning, a work desk, free wifi and a flat screen TV.
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Sir Stanley Gray
The Seaview Bar & Restaurant.
A family friendly restaurant and bar. Our stunning restaurant overlooks Pegwell Bay and includes alfresco dining on our sundeck terrace. We offer all day dining from an extensive menu of meat choices, fish dishes, sharing platters and delicious homemade desserts.
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Sorbetto
There has been an ice cream parlour at 76 Harbour Parade for over 70 years. In 2014, the parlour was bought by Nick and Rachel who are continuing the tradition of great Italian ice cream at the Ramsgate seaside.
For a listing of more places to eat click here.
Things to Do
Click here for the Ramsgate Events Calendar.
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Golf
If you like to keep your feet firmly on the ground start with a round of golf or hit a few balls down at the golf range, finished off with a round or two in the 19th hole of course!
• St Augustine’s Golf Club
• Stonelees Golf Centre
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Activity | Dog friendly | Shop
Manston Golf Centre
Home to – Greensole Golf Course, 9 hole Par 33 course with 6 par 4’s, 3 par 3’s, water on 3 holes, great greens all year round. Total Golf Academy with 5 PGA Professionals coaching out of a fully equipped studio with all the latest technology.
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The Churchill Tavern
Over the years, The Churchill Tavern has transformed from being the site of the Isabella Baths (1816), a boarding house and the Paragon Hotel (1868), the Van Gogh Pub (1961), Steptoe’s Pub (1983) and finally to it’s current state as The Churchill Tavern (1988).
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Beach hunts & Rockpooling
Discover the natural wonders of the Kent coast across our two local beaches.
Let your smaller explorers roam and marvel at the marine life along Ramsgate’s shore – from the seashells and mermaids’ purses to be found along the sands, to the rockpools teeming with crabs, fish and waving anemones.
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Hidden gems
Want to explore the best-kept secrets Ramsgate has to offer? Check out some of our favourites to make the most of our coast.
• Cycle the sights
• Explore our shores
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Challenging treks and caminos
Are you looking for a longer walking adventure? Then step right up.
Ramsgate lies at a crossroads of the great England Coast Path, and is the start and end point for many ancient pilgrimage and camino routes, which criss-cross the beauty of Kent’s countryside. Let your epic journey begin!
For a listing of more things to do click here.
