To celebrate @brightsidepublishing’s 7 magazines, we’re bringing you highlights from each town we cover. @MargateMercury, @FolkstoneFoghorn, @BroadstairsBeacon, @WhitstableWhistler, @DealDispatch & @CanterburyCourier will also be sharing what each town has to offer across the Kent Coast.
In Ramsgate, we have you covered for local shops, a festive tipple, and a night out!
1. Ramsgate Music Hall
Voted by the NME as Britain’s best small music venue in 2015.
@ramsgatemusichall
2. The Granville Theatre/Coast
The Granville Theatre hosts a variety of entertainment. With incredible sea views, enjoy a coffee at the theatre’s cafe, Coast.
📷: @paultrindallphotography
@thegranvilletheatre/@coastramsgate
3. The Royal Harbour Brasserie
The Royal Harbour Brasserie is a Ramsgate favourite, located on the Ramsgate harbour arm. Incredible views and good food.
@royalharbourbrasserie
4. Albion House Ramsgate
Albion House has become Ramsgate’s place to be. With incredible views of the royal harbour, it’s perfect for a Christmas night out.
@albionhouseramsgate
5. The Honeysuckle Inn
The Honeysuckle Inn is a beautiful 17th century pub, and provides immaculate vibes, is dog friendly… and also has a barber!
@honeysuckle_inn
6. Potters
Selling homewares and more, you’re sure to find the perfect gift for your loved ones. And probably quite a lot for yourself.
@pottersramsgate
7. Our Curated Abode
New to Addington Street, Our Curated Abode is a DIY shop for all your renovation needs. The brain child of @emmajanepalin, it’s a one stop shop for paint, tools and advice on DIY projects.
@ourcuratedabode
8. Foliage
A plant lovers paradise, Foliage is a cafe, meeting space AND plant shop. A cozy place to relax, while also doing some Christmas shopping.
@foliageplants38
9. Board at Home
More than just Monopoly, Board at Home has everything you need to entertain the family over the festive season.
@realboardathome
10. The Recovery Well
Treat YOURSELF thi
Here is the fourth instalment in our series of Brightside Broadcasts! Celebrating Brightside Publishing's seven magazines, we're bringing you highlights from each town we cover. Margate Mercury, Ramsgate Recorder, Broadstairs Beacon, Deal Despatch, Whitstable Whistler, Folkestone Foghorn and Canterbury Courier will all be sharing what each town has to offer across the Kent Coast.
Here are just a few reasons to visit Delightful Deal:
1. Arno and Co
Quality merchandise, great gifts and tasty fresh food. All served with real joie de vivre.
*See their gift option in this month’s issue
2. Middle St Coffee
Small but perfectly formed, this friendly hotspot has a great vibe
www.middlestcoffee.shop
3. 81 Beach Street
Still going strong after all these years – go to the top room for amazing views
81 Beach Street
4. The Hangman Deal
Don’t risk a wonky display – let the professional do it for you
5. Corley Studio Shop
Slightly tucked away but well worth seeking out for unique glass gifts
corleystudio_shop
6. Keepers
Gorgeous boltholes for discerning visitors – but which to choose?
Keepers Cottages
7. The Astor
A huge variety of entertainment right in the middle of town
the_astortheatre
8. The Lighthouse
Deal’s live music hive. Always jumping, never disappointing
The Lighthouse
9. Will and Yates
Act quickly if you see something in the magic window! Stylish homes and interiors shop
Will and Yates Gallery + Home Store
*See their gift option in this month’s issue
10. Barkened
Do your doggy (and home) a favour and pop in to check out gifts of quality and distinction
barkened_
*See their gift option in this month’s issue
📣 Welcome to our third Brightside Broadcast!
To celebrate @brightsidepublishing's seven magazines, @MargateMercury, @ramsgaterecorder, @broadstairsbeacon, @thedealdespatch, @whitstablewhistler, @folkestonefoghorn & @canterburycourier, we're bringing you a few highlights from each of the localities we publish in, here in East Kent.
The Broadstairs Beacon’s Autumn/Winter issue recently landed, so here are a few good reasons to go and visit Broadstairs!
Going out…
The Royston
As featured on the cover for this issue East Kent CAMRA’s pub of the year and an absolute gem, “ a classy mixed theme bar championing cask ale.” @theroystonmicropub
📷 Carlos Dominguez
Facebook.com/theroystonmicropub
The Magnet
Another haven for real ale lovers with a packed event schedule including fortnightly jam sessions, regular live music and a cracking good vibe @TheMagnetMicropub
facebook.com/TheMagnetMicropub
Bar Ingo
Chef owned welcoming new neighbourhood tapas bar serving pintxos, vermouth spritz, small plates and amazing wines @bar_ingo_broadstairs
bar-ingo.co.uk
Twenty Seven Harbour Street
Relaxed, stylish restaurant overlooking Viking Bay. Small plates cooked over fire, breakfast, lunch and dinner, sunday roasts, dogs welcome, private hire, private dining and more at their new Txoko Room event space @twentysevenharbourst
twentysevenharbourstreet.co.uk
Palace Cinema
Broadstairs highly prized independent cinema boasts 111 comfortable seats in a cosy auditorium with the latest digital projection technology and a large screen showing a carefully selected programme of entertaining and thought-provoking films, with frequent talks and special events too! Check out their ‘Broadscares’ season for this autumn and winter! @thepalacecinema
thepalacecinema.co.uk
Shopping…
Happy Reading Bookshop
This recently opened specialist children’s bookshop, upstairs from Staple in Reading Street Village, has lots of author and illustra
Have you got a garden or area of land you'd like to turn into a flower-filled sustainable haven for pollinators?
Then make sure you take a look at the work of local garden designer Catherine Froggatt.
Catherine has sustainability at the heart of her work. She uses local nurseries in Kent, is mindful of the environmental footprint of the materials, process and plants she uses, considers wildlife and biodiversity from the very start of the process and will always recommend plants which attract pollinators.
You don’t need to have the ideas, or know what the plants are called. During the design process, Catherine will work with you to create a unique garden that is inspired by your vision, and provides a sanctuary for humans and wildlife.
To book in for a consultation or to find out more, go to catherinefroggatt.co.uk
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⚓️ Ramsgate’s own Royal Harbour is now a national heritage harbour! ⚓️
As of this summer, Ramsgate Harbour has gained National Heritage status. Our Grade II listed Royal Harbour- the only one of its kind in the world- was granted its royal status by King George IV in 1821. Today, it seamlessly blends its rich maritime legacy with the bustling activities of a modern harbor and a vibrant café scene along the waterfront. From windfarm operations to the RNLI station, shipbuilders, and the local fishing fleet, the Royal Harbour stands as a testament to its historic past. It is also home to historic vessels like the steam tug Cervia and the trawler Starbuck, as well as hosting notable ships such as the Bessie Ellen and The Blue Mermaid.
To mark the Royal Harbour’s new Heritage Harbour status, Ramsgate will be hosting a series of events as part of Heritage Open Days from 6-15th September 2024. Visitors can expect talks, tours, workshops, guided walks, and a special exhibition showcasing maritime artifacts. This celebration will offer a unique opportunity to explore parts of the harbor not usually accessible to the public.
Join in the festivities and immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of Ramsgate’s Royal Harbour.
For more information and event listings, visit www.heritageopendays.org.uk/whats-on/search-2024-events.html (search for “Ramsgate”). All Heritage Open Day events are free to attend.
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