> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # Summer holiday survival guide 2026 - URL: https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/margate-broadstairs-ramsgate-kent-london-summer-holiday-survival-guide/ - Published: 2026-07-15T05:00:00.000Z - Updated: 2026-08-05T15:11:04.000Z - Description: Your guide to keeping the kids busy through the school holidays this July and August in Margate, Ramsgate, Broadstairs and beyond - Author: Strange Tourist - Tags: Kids & Family, Local guides, Things to do in London, Things to do in Margate, Things to do in Broadstairs, Things to do in Ramsgate, Things to do in East Kent, Broadstairs, Canterbury, London, Margate, Outdoor activities, Ramsgate, Museums, Literature, Music, Sport, Theatre The summer holidays are upon us once again. You’ve probably got a full itinerary planned for the six weeks already. You planned an itinerary, right? On the off chance you still have a day or two spare, we’ve pulled together a list of ideas of things to do and places to go all around Thanet and beyond. Just because we’re nice like that, and absolutely not because we looked at the calendar and had a little panic. We've tried to find things to cover all interests across a range of budgets. We'll updates this list over the coming weeks, so be sure to check back. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/06/39/0639efc0-b873-4e30-ac06-2893b029d0e0/content/images/2026/07/caspiansstorm.jpg) Caspian's Storm is part of Pierremont Hall's free theatre programme. **Photo: LASTheatre* ### Culture **Kids Band Club (weekly from July 22)** Kids Band Club will be running extended sessions over the summer holidays. Kids can get together, form a band and make music for two hours every Tuesday at 9am and 11am through the holidays (note: the first sessions will take place on Wednesday, July 22). *Bar Nothing, 17 Cliff Terrace, Margate, CT9 1RU. July 22 and August 4, 11, 18 & 25\. Ages 8-12\. £20\.* [*instagram.com/kids\_band\_club/*](https://www.instagram.com/kids%5Fband%5Fclub?ref=strangetourist.co.uk) **Beach Club (Thursdays in August)** Turner Contemporary will be hosting free, family-friendly creative workshops on Margate Main Sands every Thursday in August. Children will be encouraged to create artworks inspired by the natural environment. Meet in front of The Sands Café and Ice Cream kiosk. *Margate Main Sands. August 6, 13, 20, 27, 10.30am-12pm. Ages 0-12\. Free.* [*More info*](https://turnercontemporary.org/whats-on/workshops/beach-club?ref=strangetourist.co.uk)*.* **Pierremont Park Summer Theatre (various dates)** There will be free outdoor theatre performances at Pierremont Hall in Broadstairs for children and adults throughout the holidays, starting on Tuesday, July 28\. Family-friendly highlights include returning puppet show Caspian’s Storm, dance performance Tractor Time, and pop-up book style show The Ugly Bugs Wingding. *Pierremont Hall, Broadstairs, CT10 1JX. Various dates, various times. All ages. Free.* [*broadstairs.gov.uk*](https://www.broadstairs.gov.uk/community/community-events/summer-theatre/?ref=strangetourist.co.uk) **Happy Reading Bookshop (various dates)** As ever, the Happy Reading Bookshop is laying on a wide range of events throughout the holidays. There will be weekly book club events and sessions with writers and illustrators including Lucy Strange, Ruby Amy Thompson, and Felicity Epps. *Upstairs at Staple, 30a Reading Street, Broadstairs, CT10 3AZ. Various dates. Various ages. £5\.* [*happyreading.uk*](https://www.happyreading.uk/events?ref=strangetourist.co.uk) **Kinder Collective (various dates)** Children’s clothes shop Kinder Collective will put on a programme of craft events for primary school age children over the holidays. Sessions include creative workshops, story time, and family beach cleans. *16 York Street, Broadstairs, CT10 1PB. Various dates. Ages 4-10\. £0-28\.* [*kindercollective.co.uk*](https://kindercollective.co.uk/pages/events?ref=strangetourist.co.uk) **DJ lessons (August 19 & 26)** DJ Joe Corbani is offering free DJ lessons for kids in Broadstairs over two sessions in August. Children will get hands on experience with real DJ equipment and learn the basics of mixing. No prior experience necessary. *Broadstairs. August 19 & 26\. Ages 8-14\. Free.* [*DM Joe for more info*](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DMuzLYeg4vg/?ref=strangetourist.co.uk) ![Crabs inside a diorama at Margate's Crab Museum](https://storage.ghost.io/c/06/39/0639efc0-b873-4e30-ac06-2893b029d0e0/content/images/2024/07/CrabMuseum-2023-34-34.jpg) Margate's Crab Museum's diorama set in the 1926 general strike. **Photo: Joe and Charlotte* ### Museums **Crab Museum (Friday to Sunday)** Whether a local or just a visitor, 96.3% of experts agree that you haven't properly experienced Margate if you haven’t spent some time in the Crab Museum. Come for the crabs, stay for the covert education on climate change and the nature of truth. *9 Broad Street, Margate. Wednesday to Sunday, 11am-5pm (Wed-Sun from July 30). All ages. Free entry.* [*crabmuseum.org*](https://www.crabmuseum.org/?ref=strangetourist.co.uk) **This Museum Is (Not) Obsolete (weekends)** Owned by Eurovision star Look Mum No Computer, this museum is filled to bursting with old tech that can be used to make music (whether originally intended for that purpose or not). There’s a heavy emphasis on interactivity, perfect for curious minds. *Church Hill, Ramsgate. Weekends, 1-4pm. All ages. £0-7\.* [*this-museum-is-not-obsolete.com*](http://this-museum-is-not-obsolete.com/?ref=strangetourist.co.uk) [Interview: This Museum Is (Not) ObsoleteEver had the urge to push a mystery button? Strange Tourist visits This Museum Is (Not) Obsolete, where visitors are invited to do just that. Visitors are encouraged to make music and sound with old tech (whether it was designed to or not) and in the process learn about how it works![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/06/39/0639efc0-b873-4e30-ac06-2893b029d0e0/content/images/icon/Strange_Tourist_Vector_DOT_SMALL-11.png)Strange TouristAndy Malt![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/06/39/0639efc0-b873-4e30-ac06-2893b029d0e0/content/images/thumbnail/sam_battle_landscape_1-5.jpg)](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/this-museum-is-not-obsolete-i-cant-stand-touchscreens-i-think-the-old-stuffs-more-exciting/) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/06/39/0639efc0-b873-4e30-ac06-2893b029d0e0/content/images/2026/07/oliver-hale-Qse3AFWnc48-unsplash.jpg) Get out into nature. **Photo: Oliver Hale/Unsplash* ### Outdoor activities **Quex Adventure Farm Park (daily)** This place has proven to be a life-saver countless times in recent years. It’ll keep kids occupied for hours with giant bouncing pillows, an adventure playground, toddler area, animal feeding, maize maze and more. This summer sees the addition of two new giant paddling pools too. *Quex Park, Birchington-On-Sea. Daily, 9.30am-5pm. Ages 1-15\. Prices vary.* [*quexadventurefarmpark.com*](https://www.quexadventurefarmpark.com/?ref=strangetourist.co.uk) **Thanet Open Top Bus (daily)** Stagecoach is bringing back the Thanet open top bus for the summer holidays, which both delights children and is a great way to see the area at its summery finest. An all day ticket will allow you to jump on an off as much as you like. *69 bus route, Ramsgate’s Viking Ship to Minnis Bay. July 18 to August 31, 8.56am-6.24pm. All ages. £2.30-£6\.* [*stagecoachbus.com*](https://www.stagecoachbus.com/promos-and-offers/south-east/thanet-open-top?ref=strangetourist.co.uk) **Lower Leas Coastal Park (daily)** We love this park that stretches along the coast between Folkestone and Sandgate. As well as just being a lovely spot for a walk, a bike ride or a picnic, there’s plenty more to see and do - including the south east's largest free adventure playground. *Lower Sandgate Road, Folkestone. Daily, 8am-8pm. All ages. Free.* [*folkestone-hythe.gov.uk*](https://www.folkestone-hythe.gov.uk/parks-beaches-open-spaces/lowerleas-coastal-park?ref=strangetourist.co.uk) ## Sign up for Strange Tourist Your go-to guide for culture, events and coastal life in Thanet Subscribe Email sent! Check your inbox to complete your signup. No spam. Unsubscribe anytime. **Super Canoe (daily)** Explore the River Stour in a family-sized canoe. Canoe Wild in Fordwich has a fleet of larger super canoes, allowing groups of 4-6 people to paddle along the river and back, or take a one way trip to Grove Ferry - perfect to jump off for a pint at the Grove Ferry Inn. *Canoe Wild, Fordwich Road, Sturry, CT2 0BW. Daily. All ages. £65-120\.* [*canoewild.co.uk*](https://www.canoewild.co.uk/canoeing?ref=strangetourist.co.uk) **Betteshanger Country Park (daily)** Another great spot for getting outdoorsy, particularly for families who enjoy cycling - the 3.5km cycling track is great fun. There are lots of events going on over the summer, and kids can also join the park’s forest school. *Sandwich Road, Deal. Daily, 8am-5pm (6.30pm at weekends). All ages.* Prices *vary.* [*betteshanger-park.co.uk*](https://www.betteshanger-park.co.uk/?ref=strangetourist.co.uk) **Felderland Pick Your Own Farm (Weds, Thursday, Sun)** Nestled in the countryside between Sandwich and Deal, Felderland Farm offers multiple fields of fruits to pick yourself, including strawberries, raspberries and plums. Buy a punnet at the gate and then fill it as high as you can. Afterwards you can grab something from the cafe while the kids run around in the play area. *Deal Road, Worth, CT14 0BJ. Wednesday,* Thursday *& Sunday, 8.30am-4pm (7pm on Wednesdays). All ages.* [*felderland-pyo.co.uk*](https://www.felderland-pyo.co.uk/plan-your-visit?ref=strangetourist.co.uk) **Monkton Nature Reserve (various dates)** Monkton Nature Reserve is laying on lots of events for kids over the holidays, exploring nature, science, food and more. *Canterbury Road West, Ramsgate, CT12 4LH. Various dates. £5\.* [*monkton-reserve.org*](http://monkton-reserve.org/events/?ref=strangetourist.co.uk) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/06/39/0639efc0-b873-4e30-ac06-2893b029d0e0/content/images/2026/07/Broadstairs_beach_landscape_2.jpeg) Fun on the beach. **Photo: Strange Tourist* ### On the beach **Thanet Coast Project Seashore Safaris (various dates)** Aimed at primary school age children (and their families), these regular events along the Thanet coastline give a crash course in exploring and understanding the creatures living in rock pools. *Various locations, dates and times throughout the holidays. Ages 4-11\. £2.50pp.* [*thanetcoast.org.uk*](https://www.thanetcoast.org.uk/events-and-activities/?ref=strangetourist.co.uk) **Punch & Judy (Friday to Sunday throughout August)** There will be traditional Punch & Judy shows on the beach at Viking Bay in Broadstairs throughout the summer holidays. You’ll find it at the bottom of the centre staircase. *Viking Bay and Victoria Gardens, Broadstairs, CT10 1QS. Friday, Saturday, Sunday in August, 11am, 12pm and 1pm. All ages. Free.* **Tide & Seek Beach School (various dates)** Giving kids the opportunity to spend a day learning about the natural world, Tide & Seek has announced four sessions over the summer. Pupils can join in with a range of activities from exploring marine habitats to creating beach art. *Stone Bay, Broadstairs. August 10, 19, 21, various times. 5+. Ages 4-11\. £25 per child.* [*DM to book*](https://www.instagram.com/tideandseekbroadstairs/?ref=strangetourist.co.uk)*.* ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/06/39/0639efc0-b873-4e30-ac06-2893b029d0e0/content/images/2026/07/54683959246_7faf9f01a1.jpg) Ramsgate Carnival and Fair. **Photo: Vicki Couchman* ### Festivals and fairs **Ramsgate Carnival & Fair (July 25-26)** Ramsgate Carnival & Fair is set to take place on July 25-26\. The event will see a parade snake through the town. There will also be live music, stalls selling food and more. Individuals and groups can apply to take part in the parade now. *Government Acre, CT11 0HE. July 25-26, 10am-8pm. All ages. Free entry.* [*gbcarnival.co.uk*](https://www.gbcarnival.co.uk/ramsgate-carnival-and-fair.html?ref=strangetourist.co.uk) **Broadstairs Water Gala (July 29)** Broadstairs Water Gala will take place at Viking Bay and Victoria Gardens on Wednesday, July 29\. There will be beach and water activities, a sandcastle competition, paddle board lessons, children's bandstand, funfair and more. It will then close with a fireworks display. *Viking Bay and Victoria Gardens, Broadstairs, CT10 1QS. July 25-29, 10am-10pm. All ages. Free entry.* [*broadstairswatergala.co.uk*](https://www.broadstairswatergala.co.uk/?ref=strangetourist.co.uk) **Broadstairs Folk Festival (August 7-14)** This week-long festival bang in the middle of the summer holidays has plenty of family-friendly events throughout, spanning music, dance, theatre, circus skills and craft. *Various venues, Broadstairs. August 7-14, various times. All ages.* Various *prices.* [*broadstairsfolkweek.org.uk*](https://broadstairsfolkweek.org.uk/whats-on/family-festival/?ref=strangetourist.co.uk) **Ramsgate Day (August 15)** For Ramsgate Day on Saturday, August 15, the town will be turning into a circus. Inspired by Ramsgate’s connection to Sanger’s Circus, there will be a programme of free family-friendly activities, performances and workshops across the town centre. [More details](https://www.visitramsgate.co.uk/ramsgate-day-2026/?ref=strangetourist.co.uk). *Ramsgate Town Centre. August 15, 10am-5pm. All ages. Free.* [*visitramsgate.co.uk/ramsgate-day-2026/*](https://www.visitramsgate.co.uk/ramsgate-day-2026/?ref=strangetourist.co.uk) **bOing! Festival (August 29-30)** The bOing! family arts festival marks its tenth anniversary this year. There are performances, workshops, activities, film screenings and more for a range of ages and interests. *Gulbenkian Theatre, Canterbury. August 29-30\. All ages. Free (some events ticketed).* [*boingfestival.com*](https://boingfestival.com/?ref=strangetourist.co.uk) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/06/39/0639efc0-b873-4e30-ac06-2893b029d0e0/content/images/2026/07/Under-7s-Skateboard.jpg) Fast track your skills at Skate & Scoot Camp. **Photo: Revolution* ### Sport **Revolution Skate & Scoot Camp (various dates)** If your kids are into skateboarding or scooter riding, this is always a great way to keep them entertained. Running Monday to Friday over three separate weeks of the holiday, passes are available for the full week or single days. As well as access to the ramps, there are games, challenges and lots of new friends to be made. *Revolution Skatepark, Oakwood Industrial Estate, Broadstairs. w/c July 27, August 10 & August 24, 10am-4pm. 7+. £30-40 per day or £100-150 per week.* [*revolutionskatepark.co.uk*](https://www.revolutionskatepark.co.uk/skatepark-lessons?ref=strangetourist.co.uk#skate-scoot-camp) **The Thanet Games (July 29)** The Thanet Games returns with a programme of family-friendly sports and fitness activities. There's also mindfulness, self-care and arts & crafts, with taster sessions to get you started. *Memorial Recreation Ground, Broadstairs, CT10 1HZ. July 29, 10am-5pm. Free entry.* [*facebook.com/events/969675966062275/*](https://www.facebook.com/events/969675966062275/) Want more? [Subscribe to our newsletter](https://www.strangetourist.co.uk/#/portal) for a hit of arts, culture and fun things to do around Thanet and beyond in your inbox every Saturday morning.