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David Hockney fills Turner Contemporary with the light of a sunrise

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

Apr 4, 2026

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The best museums and galleries around Broadstairs, Ramsgate and Margate

Feb 28, 2026

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Incoming: Courtney Barnett, Sikisa, Gal & Gather

Feb 24, 2026

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Things to do in Thanet and beyond this week (February 23-March 1)

Feb 23, 2026

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Sixteen events we’re looking forward to in 2026

Jan 10, 2026

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How to spend your time in Margate

Dec 29, 2025

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What a hoot! Ramsgate illustrator features owls and wolves in life drawing class

Nov 22, 2025

by Zita Whalley

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In Pictures: Bridget Riley's Learning to See at Turner Contemporary

Nov 21, 2025

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Ramsgate Winter Festival lights up the darker months

Nov 15, 2025

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Thanet art studio adapting creative processes for artists with additional needs

Sep 27, 2025

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Sep 20, 2025

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Ramsgate Festival of Sound’s impact resonates around the town

Sep 6, 2025

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Incoming: Bridget Riley, Max Richter, Mozart Estate

Aug 19, 2025

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