News Blast: Venue changes on Cliftonville's Marine Terrace

Changes afoot on Marine Terrace as Daisy announces its closer and Fusion gains a licence. This and more news from across Thanet and further afield.

Cocktail bar Daisy on Cliftonville’s Marine Terrace is set to close later this month. Owner Felix Cohen announced on social media this week that the decision had been made “due to some health issues”. The bar will be open as normal until bank holiday Monday, August 25, where punters will be invited to drink the bar dry. After that, the space will be used by Cohen’s Manhattan’s Project business to make canned cocktails that will be available in bars around Thanet and via mail order. 

Also on Marine Terrace, controversial nightclub Fusion has been granted a licence by Thanet District Council. Numerous concerns over noise and anti-social behaviour have been raised by local residents and businesses. However, at a hearing this week the council said that there had been “no evidence of persistent or serious issues” while the venue had been operating on temporary licences. Its previous licence application was rejected on fire safety grounds. A maximum capacity of 100 has now been agreed with Kent Fire and Rescue Service.

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Ramsgate Festival of Sound is seeking volunteers to help deliver its various events next month. There are lots of opportunities across a variety of activities, gigs and more. Donating a minimum of two hours of your time will be rewarded with free access to any ticketed performances. You’ll also get to be part of the team that makes this brilliant festival happen. Email volunteer@ramsgatefestival.org to find out more. 

Michelin starred pub The Bridge Arms in Bridge, near Canterbury, has undergone a change of ownership. Dan and Natasha Smith are handing over their reins to Elliot Hewitt, who previously worked with the couple at their other pub, The Fordwich Arms. He is also the former General Manager of The Rose, The Blue Pelican and The Zetland Arms in Deal. Hewitt is joined in the relaunched business by head chef David Gadd, formerly of The Sportsman. 

Want to get your hands dirty but in a nice way? The Perfect Place To Grow is also on the hunt for volunteers to help out in their kitchen garden. Sessions run every Wednesday between 10am-3pm, and run on a drop in basis. Register your interest. 

The Margate Ceramics Market is now accepting makers applications for its next outing at the Turner Contemporary on Saturday and Sunday, November 29-30. The window opens for one week on Friday, August 29. 

Windmill Community Gardens is running a deal with their veg bag. Sign up from now until September 1 and you’ll get your fifth bag for free. There’s two sizes to choose from, and you can collect from various drop off points across Thanet - and in Whiststable. More details.