The Folkestone Foghorn

16/06/2024

We took a nosy peek through the window of , the new creative hub opening on the Old High Street/Tontine Street. Keep your eyes peeled for more…

13/06/2024

Book your ad for Issue 7 of The Folkestone Foghorn now!

Our jam-packed Summer issue will be out from 18th July. To get the word out about your work, book your space THIS WEEK by 20th June and send over your artwork/images/logos by 27th June ☀️

Get in touch with Jen via email [email protected]) or give her a call on 07900 588475.

Bring on the summer!

09/06/2024

Studio Madlove is looking for an amazing Executive Director to work with disability artist and activist the vacuum cleaner and team in Margate.

https://www.brightsidepublishing.com/jobs/

07/06/2024

Sea Whispers is a collaborative exhibition inspired by the sea, its movement and its power. Featuring the work of abstract painter and ceramicist , watercolour artist and draftswoman , Sea Whispers explores our constant neighbour right next to the sea itself at the . The exhibition and the deli are a carefully curated selection of delicacies not to be missed.

Sea Whispers open until the end of June
Opening hours Wednesday-Saturday 9-4, and Sunday 10-4

02/06/2024

We love Sundays here in Folkestone, and one of those reasons is ! Join them today for a life-affirming community celebration.

22/05/2024

Casting & Bookings Coord Position

We are looking for another super addition to our busy, fun and friendly team.

Talent and client liaison · scouting & casting · fee negotiation · scheduling · maintaining systems & daily admin

Interested? More info & apply:

Casting & Bookings Coordinator (Junior / Mid-Level) deVine Voices is a busy talent agency based in Broadstairs in Kent. (please do not apply if this location is not suitable – this is not a remote working position) We provide English and international voices across advertising, broadcast, corporat...

16/05/2024

Head along to the Golf Park or the side of Bar Folklore to experience this live art performance from the inspirational Farida.

12/05/2024

Walk along Tontine Street with us 🚏

Our latest issue highlights all the action now happening on Tontine Street. Packed with galleries, independent shops and really, really good places to eat, wandering along Tontine Street is the perfect way to spend an afternoon.

We start at one end of the street with the joyous . We are lucky to have the only exclusive Kitty McCall shop in the world, even though her designs have reached all across the world. Michelle Obama is a fan - is there anything else to say? Actually, there’s a lot more to say. Catherine is passionate about the best quality products, made in the best way. The vibrant Afro Art cushions that zing in the window are made using indigenous weaving practices from Guatemala, and the intricate and summery fabrics she creates are printed in England by master printers, and designed right here on Tontine Street. And the shop is a family venture, too. Check out , the new addition to the shop by Catherine’s partner. Exquisite and quirky vintage pieces perfectly pair with Kitty’s signature style.

You might have spotted the fabulous sea food plates in Issue 6. Check out Kitty McCall for more gorgeous pieces for you and your home!

03/05/2024

It’s May! And in Folkestone, May means MUSIC. 128 music events to be exact.

are kicking off the Music In May Festival this Sunday, with their launch at Quarterhouse. Fresh from showing Folkestone to the world on Andi Oliver’s Fabulous Feasts, the team are here to bring you music in all its forms: from string quartets to DJ sets. With the likes of Don Letts headlining the bill, this May will be a good one!

02/05/2024

Celebrate with Dr Legumes at their first birthday! Book your spot for a day of soul food and good mood through the link in their bio - .

25/04/2024

Two events coming up this weekend organized by

23/04/2024

A shout out to the amazing team in the run up to the start of the Music in May festival - tune into BBC 2 tomorrow to catch & Chris Smith of put on a big party on the Leas as the Folkestone episode of Fabulous Feasts airs - we can’t wait!

18/04/2024

Get along to to pick up the Spring edition of the Foghorn - it’s packed with fantastic features (if I do say so myself 🙂)

13/04/2024

We love the postbox top knits at Sandgate outside the village store - as it happens, not only does the new spring edition of the Foghorn have a feature on Sandgate’s booming F&B scene but also a column from about the joys of local cycling.

Get along to at 6pm on Thursday 18 April to pick up an early copy - the free magazine will be all across town from next weekend.

08/04/2024

Join in the conversation, this coming Saturday 13 April from 7pm. the Foghorn’s editor & are delighted to invite you to the return of .conversation.club - the smash hit event from 2023 at Tickets are very limited - book via The Green Room website & Eventbrite.

28/03/2024

Melting Vinyl, ILĀ and Creative Folkestone present Sam Lee: Song Dreaming Tour - Sam Lee is a highly inventive and original singer, folk song interpreter, passionate conservationist, song collector and successful creator of live events - catch Sam Lee at Creative Folkestone Quarterhouse April 4th

Doors 7pm/start 8pm
Over 14s welcome, under 16s to be accompanied by an adult
Tickets : £20 Full price + booking fee /£10 All Concessions/£5*U21/£24 on the door.
Venue/See/Dice

Melting Vinyl Creative Folkestone Quarterhouse

11/03/2024

𝗤𝗨𝗘𝗘𝗥𝗖𝗔𝗟𝗟 is an LGBTQIA+ festival of Art & Performance, taking place across Folkestone’s coastline & Creative Quarter in March 2024.

Saturday 23rd March Queercall brings Live Art to the Quarterhouse with a TRIPLE BILL from the UK's top radical q***r performers. Featuring new work in progress from dedicated hedonist and self-proclaimed hot-mess KATY BAIRD, a new live solo drag & performance piece from WET MESS and the chance to join Folkestone's own RAY FELIX CARTER in their first work for the stage as they revel in the chaos of in-between-ness. The TRIPLE BILL will be BSL Interpreted.

They're wrapping up the weekend with a special Sunday edition of DITA GARBO'S Drag Brunch at the glorious Space Bar & Kitchen, with an exhibition closing event the following Friday (29th of March) with a special performance by TRANS VOICES.

Check out the events ***rcall

17/02/2024

Out and about this weekend? Head down to Folkestone ART Gallery to view their latest show 'In Balance'. Featuring artworks from ARBI, Emily Barden and Millie Cooper.

Open from 11am - 5pm Wednesday to Sunday

24/01/2024

The Disco Soup Revolution continues for a fourth edition, and its back in Folkestone town! (See the Green Space feature in the latest issue of Folkestone Foghorn to find out more about Disco Soup).

Dance, Cook, Eat – and at the same time do your bit to reduce food waste!!

Local DJ Andy Tempest will be spinning the disco tunes and bringing the party vibes...

Saturday 27 January 2024

11am-3pm

At Radnor Park Bowls Club, Radnor Park Ave, Folkestone, CT19 5HY

Activities on the day will include Sauerkraut Making with Lively Foods and Sustainable Notebook Making with RE:STOCK Kent.

This is a family and accessibility friendly event. Children of all ages are very welcome!

Book your free ticket Folkestone Vol.4

16/01/2024

Do you know a local charity doing great things? Nominate them for a share of £1M.

Benefact Group’s 'Movement for Good Awards' is back. Now in its sixth year, the awards are giving residents in Kent the opportunity to nominate a charity of their choice to receive £1,000.

Winners will be drawn at random and the more times a charity is nominated the more chance it has of being selected.

There will also be a series of special draws where charities operating within specific sectors can be nominated to receive a grant of £5,000, the timetable of draws can be viewed at www.movementforgood.com and donations will be announced throughout the year.

09/01/2024

Looking for something different for the children in 2024? The Yoga Man is offering 1 month of FREE kids yoga classes (ages 5-11 yrs). Classes are held in Folkestone on Fridays 4.45pm - 5.45pm.

The Yoga Man provides a place where kids can be positive, feel calm, grow, and have fun! Check it out in the latest issue of The Folkestone Foghorn, on Facebook or check out www.theyogaman.co.uk

04/01/2024

Out and about this weekend? The Keppels bar, The Grand is officially reopened in Folkestone!🥳 Open from 5pm-1am everyday. Serving locally brewed beers, cocktails, spirits and wines. Enjoy a drink or two next to the open fire to keep you warm on these chilly nights!
The Leas, CT20 2XL

29/12/2023

It's almost New Years Eve and there's lots going on in Folkestone! Here are just a few local events to choose from..

are hosting a NYE bash with
See in the New Year in a room of non stop cheese, disco, pop and q***r joy!

Or welcome in 2024 at . Where Folklore All Star DJs will be spinning an eclectic mix from disco, breaks, house and everything in between till the early hours.

Leas Cliff Hall, there's Live music from top tribute band Abba Chique plus a disco playing all the 70s hits and other party favourites!

And are hosting a NYE celebration with Live DJ entertainment and festive Soul, and Reggae vibes from DJ Miss Murphy (Formerly DJ Amazon).

Tell us what your plans are this NYE!

24/12/2023

Ready for a headlong rush into the sea? The annual boxing day dip from Sunny Sands beach starts at 10am on 26th December (registration from 9.30am at the Mariner Pub). Get into fancy dress, join the fun and raise money for a charity or cause. Head over to Rocksalt after the dip for some warming soup between 12 -2pm!

See the latest issue of the Folkestone Foghorn for more upcoming events

21/12/2023

Catch this magical fairy tale panto showing at the Tower Theatre until 29th December. A show not to be missed with great songs, stunning costumes and visual effects and packed with hilarious comedy!

(See the latest issue to check out this, and other seasonal events).

Image credit: David Shackle

08/12/2023

Folkestone charity Living Words and Screen South partner to present Normal? Festival of the Brain's ‘A Series of Fortunate Events’ in Folkestone, on 8th & 9th December 2023.

Events include the world premiere of Disco Neurotico a new club night specifically catering for the neurodiverse and open to all.

Hosted in a variety of locations in Folkestone’s creative quarter, Living Words and Screen South are working with local venues and businesses including the fantastic skatepark F51, the neurodiverse and q***r run Folkestone Bookshop, Community Art Kent and UCA’s project space The Brewery Tap.

Check it out: ? Festival of the Brain