# Strange Tourist
> Culture and lifestyle newsletter Strange Tourist looks at creative Margate, Broadstairs and Ramsgate, and beyond along the East Kent coast and into London too.
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## Posts
- [Things to do in Thanet this week (August 10-16)](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/things-to-do-in-thanet-this-week-august-10-16.md) - Our pick of events happening this week in Margate, Ramsgate and Broadstairs, including Ramsgate Day, queer walks, art exhibitions, and more
- [News Blast: Plans for Tracey Emin's Westbrook Loggia considered, and more](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/news-blast-plans-for-tracey-emins-westbrook-loggio-considered-and-more.md) - All the latest creative and cultural news from across Thanet, including Tracey Emin's plans for the Westbrook Loggia building
- [Strange Tourist #115: Patrick Wolf, Margate Pride, Tracey Emin Foundation](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/strange-tourist-115-patrick-wolf-margate-pride-tracey-emin-foundation.md) - Patrick Wolf tells all about his first home turf show in Thanet, plus Margate Pride after parties and all the latest news and things to do around Thanet
- [Incoming: Reece Shearsmith, Eco Fair, American Utopia](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/incoming-reece-shearsmith-eco-fair-american-utopia.md) - Upcoming events in Margate, Ramsgate, Broadstairs and beyond, including Reece Shearsmtih book talk, Sunken Garden Eco Fair, David Byrne's American Utopia and more
- [Patrick Wolf brings “counter-culture” to Margate Pride](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/patrick-wolf-brings-counter-culture-event-to-margate-pride-with-first-thanet-show.md) - While his latest album Crying the Neck was inspired by Thanet and East Kent, Patrick Wolf explains he was reticent to perform in his adopted home until Margate Pride came calling
- [Things to do in Thanet and beyond this week (August 3-9)](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/things-to-do-in-thanet-and-beyond-this-week-august-3-9.md) - Our pick of what's happening in Market, Ramsgate, Broadstairs and beyond this week, including Margate Pride, Broadstairs Folk Week, and more
- [Broadstairs Folk Week turns the town into a "living stage"](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/broadstairs-folk-week-turns-the-town-into-a-living-stage.md) - Broadstairs Folk Week returns for its 61st edition later this month. Festival director Kai Hoffman explains what goes into putting on the massive event
- [Strange Tourist #114: Broadstairs Folk Festival, Reece Shearsmith, Sunken Garden Eco Fair](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/strange-tourist-114-broadstairs-folk-festival-reece-shearsmith-sunken-garden-eco-fair.md) - We speak to Broadstairs Folk Week director Kai Hoffman, plus all the latest news and things to do in Thanet and beyond
- [News Blast: Government tours Thanet high street revival efforts, and more](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/news-blast-government-tours-thanet-high-street-revival-efforts-and-more.md) - The latest creative and cultural news from Thanet and beyond, including high street revival, new openings, and more
- [Incoming: Ramsgate Festival of Sound, Tatty Mcleod, Queer Fight Club](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/incoming-ramsgate-festival-of-sound-tatty-mcleod-queer-fight-club.md) - Upcoming events in Thanet and beyond, including Ramsgate Festival of Sound, Tatty Mcleod in Margate, the return of Queer Fight Club and more
- [Things to do in Thanet and beyond this week (July 27-August 2)](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/things-to-do-in-thanet-and-beyond-this-week-july-27-august-2.md) - Our pick of what's on in Margate, Ramsgate, Broadstairs and beyond this week, including Belle & Sebastian, Margate Soul Festival, Broadstairs Water Gala and more
- [News Blast: Hat Trick taps Margate's Chump's for comedy touring arm, and more](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/news-blast-tv-company-hat-trick-taps-margates-comedy-promoter-chumps-for-touring-arm-and-more.md) - Margate comedy promoter Chump's tapped by TV producer Hat Trick for new touring arm, plus more creative and cultural news from Thanet and beyond
- [Strange Tourist #113: Seabird, Chump's, Ramsgate Festival of Sound](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/strange-tourist-113-seabird-chumps-ramsgate-festival-of-sound.md) - A review of the new Margate iteration of restaurant Seabird, Chump's teams up with Hat Trick Productions, Ramsgate Festival of Sound tickets go live and more
- [Seabird 2.0: Say hello to an old friend](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/margate-old-town-welcomes-new-cafe-bar-restaurant-seabird.md) - Seabird Margate keeps many of the elements of the popular Ramsgate restaurant and bar.
- [Incoming: Lou Sanders, A Midsummer Night's Dream, Festival of Optimism](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/incoming-lou-sanders-a-midsummer-nights-dream-festival-of-optimism.md) - Upcoming things to do in Margate, Ramsgate, Broadstairs and beyond, including stand up comedy, outdoor Shakespeare, and two celebrations of hope
- [Things to do in Thanet and beyond this week (July 20-26)](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/things-to-do-in-thanet-and-beyond-this-week-july-20-26.md) - Things to do in Margate, Ramsgate and Broadstairs this week, including full band karaoke, Ramsgate Carnival, and Shakespeare on the beach
- [News Blast: The four Thanet restaurants named among the UK's best and more](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/news-blast-the-four-thanet-restaurants-named-among-the-uks-best.md) - The latest creative and cultural news from Margate, Ramsgate and Broadstairs, including recognition for local restaurants and parks
- [Strange Tourist #112: Summer holidays, Good Food Guide, Lou Sanders](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/strange-tourist-112-summer-holidays-good-food-guide-lou-sanders.md) - Our guide to what's on for children and families over the summer holidays, plus the latest news and things to do across Thanet and beyond
- [Summer holiday survival guide 2026](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/margate-broadstairs-ramsgate-kent-london-summer-holiday-survival-guide.md) - Your guide to keeping the kids busy through the school holidays this July and August in Margate, Ramsgate, Broadstairs and beyond
- [Incoming: NDR Block Party, Lucy Strange, Punch & Judy](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/incoming-ndr-block-party-lucy-strange-punch-judy.md) - Upcoming events and things to do in Margate, Ramsgate and Broadstairs, including a massive street party, a book launch and Punch & Judy on the beach
- [Things to do in Thanet this week (July 13-19)](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/things-to-do-in-thanet-this-week-july-13-19.md) - Our pick of what's on in Margate, Ramsgate and Broadstairs this week, including Sophie Duker, Garden Gate Music Day and The Flaming Lips
- [News Blast: Carlton Cinema assures customers it's not closing and more](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/news-blast-carlton-cinema-assures-customers-its-not-closing-and-more.md) - The latest creative and cultural news from across Thanet, including Westgate's Carlton Cinema putting fears of its closure to rest
- [Strange Tourist #111: Thanet's best brunch spots, Carlton Cinema, NDR Block Party](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/strange-tourist-111-thanet-best-brunch-spots-carlton-cinema-ndr-block-party.md) - Where to find the best brunch in Margate, Ramsgate and Broadstairs, plus all the latest news and things to do in Thanet
- [Best brunch spots in Margate, Broadstairs and Ramsgate](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/best-brunch-spots-around-thanet.md) - Fancy a classic eggy breakfast, a full English or some kind of modern brunch dish concept? Here's the best brunch places in Margate, Broadstairs and Ramsgate
- [Incoming: Ramsgate Carnival, Rockaoke, MOP](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/incoming-ramsgate-carnival-rockaoke-mop.md) - Upcoming events and things to do in Margate, Ramsgate and Broadstairs, including Ramsgate Carnival, full band karaoke, and the return of food pop-up MOP
- [Things to do in Thanet and beyond this week (July 6-12)](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/things-to-do-in-thanet-this-week-july-6-12.md) - Our pick of what's on in Margate, Ramsgate, Broadstairs and beyond this week, including contemporary circus, wine tasting and film clubs
- [News Blast: Broadstairs bookseller named rising star of the industry and more](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/news-blast-broadstairs-bookseller-named-rising-star-of-the-industry-and-more.md) - All the latest creative and cultural news from Margate, Ramsgate and Broadstairs, including awards, new venue openings, opportunities and more
- [Strange Tourist #110: Revel Puck Circus, Happy Reading Book Shop, Ramsgate Carnival](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/strange-tourist-110-revel-puck-circus-happy-reading-book-shop-ramsgate-carnival.md) - Revel Puck on bringing contemporary circus to Ramsgate, plus all the latest news and things to do across Thanet and beyond
- [Revel Puck intends to "redefine" how people think about circus](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/revel-pucks-goal-to-revolutionise-how-people-think-about-circus.md) - Revel Puck Circus comes to Ramsgate this month with its new show. Artistic director Luke Hallgarten explain what makes the company different.
- [Incoming: Grace Campbell, Makers House, Hamlet Hail To The Thief](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/incoming-grace-campbell-makers-house-hamlet-hail-to-the-thief.md) - The best upcoming things to do in Margate, Ramsgate, Broadstairs and beyond, including Grace Campbell, Makers House and Punk Rock Pride
- [Things to do in Thanet and beyond this week (June 29 - July 5)](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/things-to-do-in-thanet-and-beyond-this-week-june-29-july-5.md) - Our pick of what's on in Margate, Ramsgate, Broadstairs and beyond this week
- [News Blast: Ramsgate beer maker named Brewer of the Year and more](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/news-blast-ramsgate-beer-maker-named-brewer-of-the-year-and-more.md) - Founder of Ramsgate Brewery Eddie Gadd was recently named Brewer of the Year by the All-Party Parliamentary Beer Group, plus more creative and cultural news from Thanet and beyond
- [Strange Tourist #109: Pro Wrestling Colossus, Ramsgate Brewery, Hamlet Hail To The Thief](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/strange-tourist-109-pro-wrestling-colossus-gadds-brewery-hamlet-hail-to-the-thief.md) - Pro Wrestling Colossus co-founder TK Cooper on Margate's rapidly growing wrestling scene, plus all the latest news and things to do in Thanet and beyond
- [Pro Wrestling Colossus is bodyslamming the drama to Margate](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/pro-wrestling-colossus-is-bodyslamming-the-drama-to-margate.md) - Ahead of its biggest show to date, Pro Wrestling Colossus co-founder TK Cooper discusses the creativity of pro wrestling and the rapid growth of the Margate scene
- [Incoming: Mr Scruff, Nerina Pallot, bOing Family Arts Festival](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/incoming-mr-scruff-nerina-pallot-boing-family-arts-festival.md) - Upcoming things to do in Margate, Ramsgate, Broadstairs and beyond, including a Mr Scruff DJ set, intimate Nerina Pallot show and the bOing Family Arts Festival
- [Things to do in Thanet this week (June 22-28)](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/things-to-do-in-thanet-this-week-june-22-28.md) - Our pick of things to do this week in Margate, Ramsgate and Broadstairs
- [News Blast: Margate Town Council unanimously approved and more](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/news-blast-margate-town-council-unanimously-approved-and-more.md) - Election for the new Margate Town Council to take place next May, plus more creativee and cultural news from across Thanet
- [Strange Tourist #108: Liminal, Ravensgate, Mr Scruff](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/strange-tourist-108-liminal-ravensgate-mr-scruff.md) - Kent-based dance filmmaker Sidonie Carey-Green tells us about her new collaboration with dancer Ismael Nchoutnsu Nsangou and composer Hughie Gavin, plus check out all the latest news and things to do around Thanet and beyond
- [New dance film by East Kent artists explores the duality of being seen](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/new-dance-film-by-east-kent-artists-explores-the-duality-of-being-seen.md) - Liminal is a new film by director Sidonie Cary-Green, dancer Ismael Nchoutnsu Nsangou, and composer Hughie Gavin set to premiere during Refugee Week at Homeward Festival
- [Incoming: Revel Puck Circus, Nish Kumar, Empower Her](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/incoming-revel-puck-circus-nish-kumar-empower-her.md) - Lots of exciting things to see and do in Margate, Ramsgate and Broadstairs over the coming months
- [Things to do in Thanet and beyond this week (June 15-21)](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/things-to-do-in-thanet-and-beyond-this-week-june-15-21.md) - Lots of brilliant events happening in Margate, Ramsgate, Broadstairs and further afield this week
- [News Blast: Turner Contemporary pays tribute to David Hockney and more](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/turner-contemporary-pays-tribute-to-david-hockney-and-more.md) - The latest creative and cultural news from Margate, Ramsgate and Broadstairs
- [The best places in Thanet to watch the 2026 Men’s World Cup](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/the-best-places-in-thanet-to-watch-the-2026-mens-world-cup.md) - It's that time again. The Men's World Cup is here, and for at least two weeks the number of people who want to watch football will rapidly increase. Here are the friendliest, most fun places to do that
- [Strange Tourist #107: World Cup, David Hockney, Contemporary Circus](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/strange-tourist-107-world-cup-david-hockney-contemporary-circus.md) - The most fun and inclusive places to enjoy the Men's World Cup, tributes paid to David Hockney, a contemporary circus show and more
- [Incoming: Pigeon, Homeward Festival, Margate Winter Gardens launch weekend](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/incoming-pigeon-homeward-festival-margate-winter-gardens-launch-weekend.md) - Pigeon's big homecoming show, Homeward Festival celebrates Refugee Week, Winter Gardens announces reopening dates and more
- [Things to do in Thanet and beyond this week (June 8-14)](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/things-to-do-in-thanet-and-beyond-this-week-june-8-14.md) - Our pick of what's on in Margate, Ramsgate, Broadstairs and further afield over the next seven days
- [News Blast: New head chef for Willy's and more](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/news-blast-new-head-chef-for-willys-and-more.md) - Lewis Johnson takes over as head chef at Willy's, a new book shop for Broadstairs, and could we be getting a "Barbican-by-the-sea"?
- [Book clubs for worms, nerds and lovers](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/book-clubs-in-margate-broadstairs-ramsgate.md) - Find your new favourite novel and chat about your latest read at one of Thanet's book clubs, book swaps and reading groups
- [Strange Tourist #106: Book clubs, new openings, lots of wine](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/strange-tourist-106-book-clubs-new-openings-lots-of-wine.md) - If you love books, there's a Thanet book group for you. And if you love wine, oh boy are you in for a treat in the next few weeks
- [Incoming: Rosie Holt, Lindsey Mendick, Patrick Wolf](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/incoming-rosie-holt-lindsey-mendick-patrick-wolf.md) - Upcoming things to do in Margate, Ramsgate and Broadstairs, including comedian Rosie Holt, ceramicist Lindsey Mendick and musician Patrick Wolf
- [Things to do in Thanet and beyond this week (June 1-7)](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/things-to-do-in-thanet-and-beyond-this-week-june-1-7.md) - Our pick of what to do this week in Margate, Ramsgate and Broadstairs, as well as East Kent and London
- [News Blast: Margate Winter Gardens plans revealed and more](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/news-blast-margate-winter-gardens-plans-revealed-and-more.md) - Proposed plans for the reopened Margate Winter Gardens made public and more Thanet creative and cultural news
- [Strange Tourist #105: Kent's best beaches, Margate Winter Gardens, Rosie Holt](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/strange-tourist-105-kents-best-beaches-margate-winter-gardens-rosie-holt.md) - The best beaches in Kent, plus all the latest creative and cultural news and things to do from across Thanet and beyond
- [10 of the best beaches in Kent](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/best-beaches-in-kent-by-train-from-london.md) - Whether you want to catch some sun or go for a dip, here are the best beaches along the East Kent coast
- [Incoming: Edinburgh previews, cinema walks, Shakespeare on the sand](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/incoming-edinburgh-previews-cinema-walks-shakespeare-on-the-sand.md) - Upcoming things to do in Margate, Ramsgate, Broadstairs and beyond, including Edinburgh previews, cinema and bat walks, and Much Ado About Nothing on the beach
- [Things to do in Thanet and beyond this week (May 25-31)](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/things-to-do-in-thanet-and-beyond-this-week-may-25-31.md) - Our pick of what's on in Margate, Ramsgate and Broadstairs this week, including Lovebox, wine tasting, book talks and more
- [News Blast: Look Mum No Computer celebrates Eurovision result and more](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/news-blast-look-mum-no-computer-celebrates-eurovision-result-and-more.md) - Look Mum No Computer returns to the UK in good spirits following Eurovision result, plus more creative and cultural news from across Thanet
- [Ramsgate keeps memory of Dunkirk Little Ships’ heroic WWII effort alive](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/ramsgate-keeps-memory-of-dunkirk-little-ships-heroic-wwii-effort-alive.md) - This weekend marks 86 years on from Operation Dynamo, the WWII mission that rescued scores of Allied Forces from the Dunkirk shores, which remains close to Ramsgate’s heart.
- [Strange Tourist #104: Dunkirk Little Ships, Look Mum No Computer, Edinburgh Previews](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/dunkirk-little-ships-look-mum-no-computer-edinburgh-previews.md) - We delve into the history of Operation Dynamo as Ramsgate celebrates its 86th anniversary, plus all the latest news and things to do in Thanet and beyond
- [Hulda Guzmán's world of wonder and exploration at Turner Contemporary](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/in-pictures-hulda-guzmans-please-awake-asked-nature-kindly-at-turner-contemporary.md) - Dominican artist Hulda Guzmán's first European exhibition tracks her evolution across a decade work
- [Incoming: This Museum Is (Not) Obsolete, psychology of horror, Justines](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/incoming-this-museum-is-not-obsolete-psychology-of-horror-justines.md) - Look Mum No Computer's Synth Club, an examination of the psychoanalytic ideas behind horror, and the reopening of Carl Barat's club Justines
- [Things to do in Thanet and beyond this week (May 18-24)](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/things-to-do-in-thanet-and-beyond-this-week-may-18-24.md) - A bumper pick of things to do in Margate, Ramsgate, Broadstairs and beyond as we head into the bank holiday weekend
- [News Blast: Walpole Bay tidal pool reopens and more](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/news-blast-walpole-bay-tidal-pool-reopens-and-more.md) - After months out of action, Walpole Bay tidal pool is officially open for the summer, plus more creative and cultural news from across Thanet
- [The Book Hotel is “a love letter to books, reading and writing”](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/the-book-hotel-is-a-love-letter-to-books-reading-and-writing.md) - Tamara Macfarlane on launching a literary-themed hotel, programming the first Ramsgate Lit Fest, and why she believes people’s desire to read is stronger than ever
- [Strange Tourist #103: The Book Hotel, Walpole Bay Tidal Pool, Eurovision](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/the-book-hotel-walpole-bay-tidal-pool-eurovision.md) - We explore Ramsgate's new hotel for book lovers, plus all the latest news and things to do in Thanet and further afield
- [May half term things to do in Thanet and beyond](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/may-half-term-things-to-do-in-thanet-and-beyond.md) - Lots of ideas for things to do in Margate, Ramsgate, Broadstairs and beyond this May half term
- [Incoming: Hans Zimmer by candlelight, One Ocean, vineyard tours](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/incoming-hans-zimmer-by-candlelight-one-ocean-vineyard-tours.md) - Hans Zimmer music by candlelight, a festival of the ocean, Kent independent vineyard tours and more upcoming things to do in Thanet and beyond
- [Things to do in Thanet and beyond this week (May 11-17)](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/things-to-do-in-thanet-and-beyond-this-week-may-11-17.md) - Our pick of things to do in Margate, Broadstairs, Ramsgate and beyond this week
- [News Blast: Margate Museum and Old Town funding approved and more](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/news-blast-margate-museum-and-old-town-funding-approved-and-more.md) - Funding to reopen Margate Museum and Old Town Hall has been approved, plus more creative and cultural news from across Thanet
- [Strange Tourist #102: Deerhoof, Margate Museum, Hans Zimmer by candlelight](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/deerhoof-margate-museum-hans-zimmer-by-candlelight.md) - Deerhoof discuss touring, quitting Spotify and their return to Thanet, plus all the latest news and things to do across Thanet and beyond
- [Deerhoof on touring, quitting Spotify and why they're having more fun than ever](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/deerhoof-on-touring-quitting-spotify-and-why-theyre-having-more-fun-than-ever.md) - Deerhoof's Greg Saunier on working with plants, quitting Spotify and why the band is having more fun than ever
- [Incoming: Margate Pride, Jonny Woo, Babyshambles](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/incoming-margate-pride-jonny-woo-babyshambles.md) - Upcoming events in Thanet, including Margate Pride, Jonny Woo, Babyshambles and more
- [Things to do in Thanet and beyond this week (May 4-10)](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/things-to-do-in-thanet-and-beyond-this-week-may-4-10.md) - Our pick of what's happening the Margate, Ramsgate, Broadstairs and further afield, including Deerhoof, Babak Ganjei, Breakin Convention and more
- [News Blast: Margate Film Festival becomes a charity and more](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/news-blast-margate-film-festival-becomes-a-charity-and-more.md) - The latest creative and cultural news from across Thanet, including Margate Film Festival, Punk Rock Pride, East Kent Open Houses and more
- [Strange Tourist #101: Strange Tourist is two! Thanet LGBTQ+ meet ups, Margate Film Festival and more](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/strange-tourist-is-two-thanet-lgbtq-meet-ups-margate-film-festival-and-more.md) - We are two! And what better way to mark the occasion than by bringing you the very best of what's happening in Thanet and beyond (as usual)?
- [Meet ups in Thanet for LGBTQ+ folk who like to do stuff](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/meetups-in-thanet-for-queer-folk-who-like-to-do-stuff.md) - If you are LGBTQ+ and living in Thanet and want to get social with your interests and hobbies, then there’s a meetup group for you
- [Incoming: Rosa Rankin-Gee, Broadstairs Children’s Literary Festival, Chump’s Comedy](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/incoming-rosa-rankin-gee-broadstairs-childrens-literary-festival-chumps-comedy.md) - Dreamland author Rosa Rankin-Gee on the book and BBC adaptation, Yoakley House and 10 Downing Street open gardens, the Broadstairs Children's Literary Festival and more dates for your diary
- [Things to do in Thanet and beyond this week (April 27 - May 3)](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/things-to-do-in-thanet-and-beyond-this-week-april-27-may-3.md) - Our pick of things to do in Margate, Ramsgate, Broadstairs and beyond this week, including Fern Brady, Masterchef The Professionals' Mark O'Brien and more
- [News Blast: Council to auction empty shops and more](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/news-blast-council-to-auction-empty-shops-and-more.md) - Plans to auction off long-term empty business premises in Margate and Ramsgate, plus more news from across Thanet
- [Festival of Cats brings joy through feline art](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/festival-of-cats-brings-joy-through-feline-art.md) - Cats are delightful. But Festival Director of Margate’s Festival of Cats Jemma Channing, already knows this.
- [Strange Tourist #100: Festival of Cats, Rosa Rankin-Gee, World Ocean Day](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/festival-of-cats-rosa-rankin-gee-world-ocean-day.md) - All about next week's Festival of Cats, plus the latest news and things to do across Thanet
- [Incoming: Robin Ince, Bridget Riley, Kent Whisky Explorers](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/incoming-robin-ince-bridget-riley-kent-whisky-explorers.md) - Upcoming events in Margate, Broadstairs and Ramsgate to add to your diary, including Robin Ince, music inspired by Bridget Riley, English whisky tasting and more
- [Things to do in Thanet and beyond this week (April 20-26)](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/things-to-do-in-thanet-and-beyond-this-week-april-20-26.md) - The best of what's on in Margate, Ramsgate, Broadstairs and beyond this week, including World Book Night, David Bowie, Ramsgate Through the Senses and more
- [News Blast: Discover Planet receives King’s Award for Voluntary Service and more](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/news-blast-discover-planet-receives-kings-award-for-voluntary-service-a.md) - The latest creative and cultural new from across Thanet, including Discovery Planet's royal award for volunteering, major funding for Turner Contemporary and Heritage Lab Ramsgate and more
- [Margate’s Printworks building gets new lease of life](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/margates-printworks-building-gets-new-lease-of-life.md) - "To be trusted with something that's got so much history was way beyond my wildest dreams," says interior designer Paul Andrews, on turning Margate's Printworks building into his new home and work space
- [Strange Tourist #99: Printworks, Discovery Planet, Robin Ince](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/printworks-discovery-planet-robin-ince.md) - Interior designer Paul Andrews tells us about his two year project to convert Margate's 156 year old Printworks into his home and studio, plus all the latest creative and cultural news from across Thanet and beyond
- [Incoming: The People's Emergency Briefing, World Book Night, Bagpuss](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/incoming-the-peoples-emergency-briefing-world-book-night-bagpuss.md) - Upcoming events in Margate, Broadstairs, Ramsgate and further afield, including a limit crisis documentary, sunset reading, a Bagpuss talk and more
- [Things to do in Thanet and beyond this week (April 13-19)](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/things-to-do-in-thanet-and-beyond-this-week-april-13-19.md) - Events and activities in Margate, Ramsgate, Broadstairs and beyond this week, including Craig Charles, Women Who Walk, Margate Tap Takeover and more
- [News Blast: Alan Carr spotted filming in Broadstairs](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/news-blast-alan-carr-spotted-filming-in-broadstairs.md) - Creative and cultural news from across Thanet, including Alan Carr in Broadstairs and Harry Hill in Margate
- [Strange Tourist #98: Sunsets, Alan Carr, World Book Night](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/sunsets-alan-carr-world-book-night.md) - The best spots for watching a Thanet sunset, plus all the latest creative and cultural news and things to do
- [Thanet's best spots to catch a sunset (with a drink in hand)](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/where-to-catch-one-of-those-cracking-coastal-kent-sunsets-with-a-sundowner-in-hand.md) - Thanet's golden hour is the stuff of grandeur - don't miss out on the evening spectacle
- [Incoming: Say She She, Fern Brady, Ramsgate Lit Fest](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/incoming-say-she-she-fern-brady-ramsgate-lit-fest.md) - Upcoming events in Thanet, including Say She She, Fern Brady and the first Ramsgate Lit Fest
- [Things to do in Thanet and beyond this week (April 6-12)](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/things-to-do-in-thanet-and-beyond-this-week-april-6-12.md) - Events and activities in Thanet this week, including The Happy Mondays, Wild Life Drawing, and Cockles and Muscles
- [News Blast: Toby Jones films Who Do You Think You Are? in Margate](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/news-blast-toby-jones-films-who-do-you-think-you-are-in-margate.md) - This week's creative and cultural news from across Thanet, including Toby Jones in Margate, help needed for Pie Factory Music and more
- [David Hockney fills Turner Contemporary with the light of a sunrise](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/david-hockney-fills-turner-contemporary-with-the-light-of-a-sunrise.md) - David Hockney has unveiled his first work ever shown in Margate, a huge sunrise painting filling Turner Contemporary’s Sunley Window to mark the gallery’s 15th anniversary
- [Strange Tourist #97: David Hockney, Toby Jones, Say She She](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/strange-tourist-97-david-hockney-toby-jones-say-she-she.md) - David Hockney fills Turner Contemporary's Sunley Window, Toby Jones films in Margate, the first Ramsgate Lit Fest
- [Incoming: Gilles Peterson, UK Creative Festival, Canterbury Live](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/incoming-gilles-peterson-uk-creative-festival-canterbury-live.md) - Upcoming events in Thanet and East Kent, including Gilles Peterson, Richard Ayoade and the UK Creative Festival
- [Things to do in Thanet this week (March 30 - April 5)](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/things-to-do-in-thanet-this-week-march-30-april-5.md) - Our pick of things to do in Margate, Ramsgate and Broadstairs this week, including Courtney Barnett, Tiffany Stevenson and the Broadstairs Food Festival
- [News blast: Broadstairs' Retort House sold at auction](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/news-blast-broadstairs-retort-house-sold-at-auction.md) - This week's creative and cultural news from across Thanet, including Broadstairs' Retort House, Masterchef: The Professionals results and more
- ['It's very exposing' says Margate's MasterChef: The Professionals finalist](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/its-very-exposing-says-margates-masterchef-the-professionals-finalist.md) - Exposing and exhausting but a real honour; Margate chef Mark O’Brien recounts the road to becoming a Masterchef: The Professionals finalist
- [How to spend your time in Ramsgate](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/ramsgate-things-to-do-see-eat-drink-stay.md) - There's an ever increasing number of things to do in Ramsgate, making now the perfect time to visit
- [Incoming: Sunshine Cafe, Maisie Adam, Thanet Urban Forest](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/incoming-sunshine-cafe-maisie-adam-thanet-urban-forest.md) - Food pop-ups, stand up comedy, a cherry blossom walk and more upcoming events in Margate, Ramsgate, Broadstairs and further into Kent
- [Things to do in Thanet this week (March 23-29)](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/things-to-do-in-thanet-this-week-march-23-29.md) - Our pick of things to do in Thanet this week, including a song for Ramsgate, film industry talks, optimistic clubbing and more
- [News Blast: Thanet's Isle of Culture bid not selected](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/news-blast-thanets-isle-of-culture-bid-not-selected.md) - The latest Thanet cultural news, including City of Culture 2029, Masterchef: The Professionals and the Paralympics
- [Push on: Coastal spring rides for all abilities](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/best-spring-bike-rides-kent-coast-margate.md) - Now that the days are opening up, hop on your bike for ride under the sunshine and along the coastline.
- [Incoming: Tiffany Stevenson, Eurovision, Easter Beer Festival](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/incoming-tiffany-stevenson-eurovision-easter-beer-festival.md) - So many dates for your diary! Newly announced events and things to do in Thanet, including stand up comedy, Eurovision parties, a beer festival and more
- [Things to do in Thanet and beyond this week (March 14-22)](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/things-to-do-in-thanet-and-beyond-this-week-march-14-22.md) - Our pick of things to do in Thanet and further afield this week, including comedy, daytime dancing, eating out and more
- [News Blast: Margate chef through to Masterchef semi-finals](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/news-blast-margate-chef-through-to-masterchef-semi-finals.md) - The latest Thanet creative and cultural news, including Margate on Masterchef, baby bank donations and a song for Ramsgate
- [Easter holiday things to do in Thanet, East Kent and London](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/easter-holiday-things-to-do-in-thanet-east-kent-and-london.md) - Lots of ideas for things to do with the kids over the Easter holidays in Margate, Broadstairs, Ramsgate and further afield
- [Incoming: The Libertines, Hot Girl Hike, Frozen cocktails](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/inc.md) - Dates for your diary, including The Libertines, Gal & Gather's Hot Girl Hike and the return of frozen cocktails
- [Things to do in Thanet and beyond this week (March 9-15)](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/things-to-do-in-thanet-and-beyond-this-week-march-9-15.md) - Our pick of days and nights out in Thanet and beyond this week, including theatre, comedy, music, and Mother's Day
- [News Blast: UK Eurovision song by Ramsgate's Look Mum No Computer revealed](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/news-blast-uk-eurovision-song-by-ramsgates-look-mum-no-computer-revealed.md) - The latest cultural news from Thanet, including Eurovision, the Winter Paralympics, and your own ceramic brain.
- [Heritage Lab’s plans to revitalise Ramsgate’s historic buildings and boost local pride](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/heritage-labs-plans-to-revitalise-ramsgates-historic-buildings-and-boost-local-pride.md) - Rob Kenyon, CEO of Heritage Lab Ramsgate, discusses the organisation’s work to boost Ramsgate’s economy and pride in place by bringing derelict buildings
- [Incoming: Hulda Guzmán, Day Fever, Margate Radio](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/incoming-hulda-guzman-day-fever-margate-radio.md) - Upcoming events in Ramsgate, Broadstairs and Margate, including the new Turner exhibition, a play about a bookshop in a bookshop and more
- [Things to do in Thanet and beyond this week (March 2-8)](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/things-to-do-in-thanet-and-beyond-this-week-march-2-8.md) - Our pick of things to do in Broadstairs, Margate, Ramsgate and further afield this week, including Dave Rowntree, Roni Size, Sikisa and more
- [News Blast: Recipients of Pride in Place funding announced](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/news-blast-recipients-of-pride-in-place-funding-announced.md) - The latest creative and cultural news from across Thanet, including Pride in Place funding, International Women's Day initiatives and more
- [The best museums and galleries around Broadstairs, Ramsgate and Margate](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/the-best-museums-and-galleries-around-broadstairs-ramsgate-and-margate.md) - There's no shortage of galleries and museums in Thanet for your hit of culture, art and history and some really idiosyncratic ideas
- [Incoming: Courtney Barnett, Sikisa, Gal & Gather](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/incoming-courtney-barnett-siskia-gal-gather.md) - Lots of upcoming things to do in Thanet, including Courtney Barnett in Margate, Vaults Comedy in Ramsgate, and Gal & Gather in Broadstairs
- [Things to do in Thanet and beyond this week (February 23-March 1)](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/things-to-do-in-thanet-and-beyond-this-week-february-23-march-1.md) - Our picks of what's happening in Margate, Broadstairs, Ramsgate and further afield this week, including stand up in a cinema and wolf pup life drawing
- [News Blast: Ramsgate's Look Mum No Computer chosen at UK Eurovision entrant](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/news-blast-ramsgates-look-mum-no-computer-chosen-at-uk-eurovision-entrant.md) - The latest creative and cultural news from across Thanet, including the Ramsgate musicians representing the UK at Eurovision
- [Incoming: Flaming Lips, Palace Cinema, Samia Rida](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/incoming-flaming-lips-palace-cinema-samia-rida.md) - Upcoming events in Margate, Broadstairs, Ramsgate and beyond, including The Flaming Lips, cinema talks and Samia Rida
- [Things to do in Thanet and beyond this week (February 16-22)](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/things-to-do-in-thanet-and-beyond-this-week-february-16-22.md) - Our pick of things to do in Margate, Ramsgate, Broadstairs and further afield this week
- [News Blast: David Hockney to create new work for Turner Contemporary](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/news-blast-david-hockney-to-create-new-work-for-turner-contemporary.md) - This week's top creative and cultural news from across Thanet, including a new David Hockney artwork in Margate and a literary hotel in Ramsgate
- [Paddle Media striving to open up journalistic pathways in Thanet](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/paddle-media-striving-to-open-up-journalistic-pathways-in-thanet.md) - Community Interest Company Paddle Media is working towards setting up a training news room with Strange Tourist
- [Incoming: Wild Life Drawing, Margate Soul Festival, Dave Rowntree](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/incoming-wild-life-drawing-margate-soul-festival-dave-rowntree.md) - Want to draw baby wolves, get the inside track on the early years of Britpop, try out laughter yoga or just read quietly? Get these events in Thanet and beyond in your diary
- [Things to do in Thanet and beyond this week (February 9-15)](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/things-to-do-in-thanet-and-beyond-this-week-february-9-15.md) - Stand up comedy, book talks, art exhibitions, a pancake race - just some of the things happening in Thanet this week
- [News Blast: Pie Factory Music secures future with purchase of Ramsgate Youth Centre](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/news-blast-pie-factory-music-secures-future-with-purchase-of-ramsgate-youth-centre.md) - Ramsgate Youth Centre saved, proposals to restore 1930s outdoor swimming pool, plus more creative and culture news from across Thanet
- [Comedian Bridget Christie on her show about ‘everything and nothing’ and not being ‘arsed’ with dating](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/comedian-bridget-christie-on-canterbury-show-jacket-potato-pizza.md) - Award-winning comedian Bridget Christie steps away from issue-based works with her latest latest stand up show Jacket Potato Pizza
- [Incoming: Ramsgate International Film Festival & TV Festival, A Night For Weird Folk, Daniel Foxx](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/incoming-ramsgate-international-film-festival-tv-festival-a-night-for-weird-folk-daniel-foxx.md) - Dates for you diary, including the return of Ramsgate's film festival, folk for the end of the world and more
- [Things to do in Thanet this week (February 2-8)](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/things-to-do-in-thanet-this-week-february-2-8.md) - Margate Restaurant Week puts great deals on the menu this week, with some big name stand up performing in Thanet too
- [News Blast: Madonna calls Margate "my idea of heaven"](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/madonna-calls-margate-my-idea-of-heaven.md) - The latest cultural news from Thanet, including Madonna's seaside mini-break, the future of Dreamland Scenic Railway and more
- [Over 40 venues offering meal deals for Margate Restaurant Week](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/over-40-venues-offering-meal-deals-for-margate-restaurant-week.md) - Margate Restaurant Week is back on February 2-6 with over 40 eateries serving set menus for £20.26
- [Incoming: Nussaibah Younis, Nan Goldin, Sandra Art4All](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/incoming-nussaibah-younis-nan-goldin-sandra-art4all.md) - Upcoming events in Thanet and beyond, including book talks, art exhibitions, live music and more
- [Things to do in Thanet and beyond this week (January 26-February 1)](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/things-to-do-in-thanet-and-beyond-this-week-january-26-february-1.md) - Our pick of things to do in Thanet and beyond this week, including Brian Cox, Mr Scruff, Russell Kane, Winter Wellness festival and more
- [News Blast: Thanet's Isle of Culture bid ramps up and more](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/news-blast-thanets-isle-of-culture-bid-ramps-up-and-more.md) - The latest creative and cultural news from Thanet, including the district's bid to be named the UK's Isle of Culture
- [Incoming: Adam Buxton, Felicity Ward, Broadstairs Charity Pancake Race](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/incoming-adam-buxton-felicity-ward-broadstairs-charity-pancake-race.md) - Sharpen your pancake flipping skills and get ready for lots more upcoming events in Margate, Ramsgate, Broadstairs and beyond
- [Things to do in Thanet this week (January 17-25)](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/things-to-do-in-thanet-this-week-january-17-25.md) - Get out and about in Margate, Ramsgate and Broadstairs this week with live music, an art trail, laughter yoga and more
- [News Blast: Ramsgate Winter Festival extended and more](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/news-blast-ramsgate-winter-festival-extended-and-more.md) - The latest creative and cultural news from Thanet, including festivals, new openings and more
- [Review: Willy’s Restaurant ‘A well put together and handsome unit’](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/review-willys-restaurant-a-well-put-together-and-handsome-unit.md) - Willy’s plates up classic British dishes that are familiar and filling, yet sophisticated
- [Sixteen events we’re looking forward to in 2026](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/sixteen-events-were-looking-forward-to-in-2026.md) - It may only be January but our diary is already bulging with things to do in Margate, Ramsgate, Broadstairs and beyond over the next twelve months
- [How to spend your time in Margate](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/best-things-to-do-in-margate.md) - Your guide on the best things to do, places to stay and where to eat and be merry, when in Margate
- [The best gay bars in Thanet](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/the-best-gay-bars-in-thanet.md) - LGBTQ+ gay bars, clubs and venues in Margate, Ramsgate and Broadstairs for club nights, pop-ups, drag, queer performance and music
- [The best of Strange Tourist in 2025](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/the-best-of-strange-tourist-in-2025.md) - A look back at some of our favourite interviews from the last twelve months, with some of Thanet's most interesting and creative people
- [New Year's Eve in Thanet: Parties, parades, family fun and more](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/new-years-eve-in-thanet-parties-parades-family-fun-and-more.md) - There’s lots to do in Margate, Ramsgate and Broadstairs as 2025 heads into 2026, from big parties to relaxed soirees and fun for kids
- [Incoming: Floating Frequencies, Imagine Festival, Pat Riarchy](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/incoming-floating-frequencies-sound-bath-imagine-childrens-festival-pat-riarchy-drag.md) - A new year sound bath, a kids arts festival, a winter of experimental events and more. Dates for your diary in Thanet and beyond
- [Things to do in Thanet and beyond this week (December 16-22)](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/things-to-do-in-margate-ramsgate-broadstairs-this-week-december-16-22.md) - It's a busy week in Thanet this week, with events celebrating Christmas, the winter solstice and just good old fun
- [News Blast: Music venue Where Else fighting for survival](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/news-blast-music-venue-where-else-fighting-for-survival.md) - A Margate music venue in trouble, hope for a Broadstairs theatre, creative building development and more news from creative Thanet
- [Thanet Christmas guide: Pantomimes, markets, nights out and more](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/thanet-christmas-guide-things-to-do.md) - From shopping to nights out and family fun, get into the spirit of the season
- [Incoming: Fatboy Slim, 2025 quiz, Jurassic Park](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/incoming-fatboy-slim-2025-quiz-jurassic-park.md) - Fatboy Slim in Margate, an end of year quiz, a wellness festival, a screening of Jurassic Park like no other and more
- [Things to do in Thanet and beyond this week (December 8-14)](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/things-to-do-in-thanet-and-beyond-this-week-december-8-14.md) - The best events happening in Thanet this week, include light art, bottomless steak, retro gaming, office parties for freelancers and more
- [News Blast: Margate's newest pub opens its doors and more](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/news-blast-margates-newest-pub-opens-its-doors-anymore.md) - A new pub and dining room for Margate, a cookbook written by young refugees in Thanet, a New Year's Eve feast to have at home and more
- [Screaming Alley’s new members bar “genuinely an invitation” to “shape” performance in Thanet](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/screaming-alleys-new-members-bar-in-ramsgate.md) - In the basement of an inclusive barber shop, Ramsgate cabaret company Screaming Alley’s new members bar looks set to become more than just a good night out
- [Incoming: Lovebox, Marlowe Theatre, Penelope](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/incoming-lovebox-marlowe-theatre-penelope.md) - The return of Lovebox, family Christmas movies, live music, theatre, comedy and more. Lots of dates for your diary in Thanet and beyond
- [Things to do in Thanet and beyond this week (December 1-7)](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/things-to-do-in-thanet-and-beyond-this-week-december-1-7.md) - The best events happening in Thanet and beyond this week, including owl life drawing, a living advent calendar, new venue openings and more
- [News Blast: Thanet's bid for UK Town of Culture and more](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/news-blast-thanets-bid-for-uk-town-of-culture-and-more.md) - MP Polly Billington's proposal that Margate, Ramsgate and Broadstairs jointly bid to beamed UK Town of Culture and more
- [Christmas markets and shopping in Thanet](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/christmas-markets-and-shopping-in-thanet.md) - Get into the festive and cross all those names off your Christmas present list at these markets in Margate, Ramsgate and Broadstairs
- [Incoming: Paul Foot, The Sportsman, Christmas](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/incom.md) - Upcoming events in Margate, Ramsgate and Broadstairs, including comedy, wine, book talks, live music and lots of Christmas events
- [Things to do in Thanet and beyond this week (November 24-30)](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/things-to-do-in-thanet-and-beyond-this-week-november-24-30.md) - Things to do in Margate, Ramsgate, Broadstairs and further afield this week
- [News Blast: Ramsgate's Discovery Planet receives royal award and more](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/news-blast-ramsgates-discovery-planet-receives-royal-award-and-more.md) - King awards Ramsgate educational organisation, councils sell off community buildings, and the Thanet street named one of the coolest in the world
- [What a hoot! Ramsgate illustrator features owls and wolves in life drawing class](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/what-a-hoot-ramsgate-illustrator-features-owls-and-wolves-in-life-drawing-class.md) - More lively than your standard life drawing class, Wild Life Drawing works with models who won’t pose or be still, and are an opportunity to be inspired by the natural world, as founder Jennie Webber explains
- [In Pictures: Bridget Riley's Learning to See at Turner Contemporary](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/in-pictures-bridget-rileys-learning-to-see-at-turner-contemporary.md) - See photographs of abstract artist Bridget Riley new exhibition Learning to See at Margate's Turner Contemporary
- [Incoming: Screaming Alley, National Tree Week, Olby's 25th birthday](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/incoming-screaming-alley-national-tree-week-olbys-25th-birthday.md) - Lots of dates for your diary in the coming weeks and months, with all sorts of things to do in Thanet and beyond
- [Family-friendly Christmas events: Pantomimes, illuminations, Santa's grotto](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/family-friendly-christmas-events-in-thanet.md) - Kids and family events in Margate, Ramsgate and Broadstairs this Christmas
- [Christmas nights out: Parties, comedy, theatre, live music](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/christmas-nights-out-in-thanet.md) - The festive party season is here. Check out our guide to getting out in Margate, Ramsgate and Broadstairs as we head towards Christmas
- [Things to do in Thanet and beyond this week (November 17-23)](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/things-to-do-in-thanet-and-beyond-this-week-november-17-23.md) - The best things to do in Margate, Ramsgate, Broadstairs and further afield this week, including wine tasting, tree walks and live music
- [News Blast: CAMP calls for support and more](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/news-blast-camp-calls-for-support-and-more.md) - This week's creative and cultural news from Thanet, including CAMP, Mama To Mama, photography, art and more
- [Ramsgate Winter Festival lights up the darker months](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/ramsgate-winter-festival-lights-up-the-darker-months.md) - Ramsgate Winter Festival returns later this month with a two month programme of events to bring joy and a sense of community to the darker months

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