What to do and see in Ramsgate, England: The Best Hidden Gems Things to do

January 29, 2022 Flossie Demartino

Ramsgate is a seaside town in the district of Thanet in east Kent, England. It was one of the great English seaside towns of the 19th century. In 2001 it had a population of around 40,000. Ramsgate’s main attraction is its coastline, and its main industries are tourism and fishing. The town has one of the largest marinas on the English south coast, and the Port of Ramsgate has provided cross-channel ferries for many years.
Restaurants in Ramsgate

1. Rib Request - Day Tours

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Rib Request - Day Tours

Rib Requests / go2sea.co.uk is a Kent based company running a safe and versatile Rigid Inflatable Boat from Ramsgate. We run trips to the famous Goodwin Sands, Seal & wildlife trips, Wind Farm trips and bays and Beaches trips along the beautiful Thanet coast. Others trips can be arranged.

2. St Mary the Virgin Church Minster-in-Thanet

Church Street, Minster, Ramsgate CT12 4AB England +44 1843 821250 http://minster-in-thanet.org.uk/church.shtml
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St Mary the Virgin Church Minster-in-Thanet

Reviewed By JennyandIvy

I live across the road from this lovely church, it looks amazing in all seasons. This year due to Covid they did an online version of Minster's open gardens, check them out on their Facebook page - St Mary's Church Minster in Thanet.

3. Macies Bar

71 High Street, Ramsgate CT11 0QR England +44 7725 943318 https://www.facebook.com/pages/Macies-Bar/641445525894805?sk=timeline
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Macies Bar

Reviewed By scottduce2212

What a boozer. Fun fun fun. Great pub. Lovely staff. Landlady is a great girl. And her fella is such a laugh

4. The Micro Museum

11 Church Hill, Ramsgate CT11 8RA England +44 7876 271255 [email protected] http://www.themicromuseum.org
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The Micro Museum

Kent's only Museum of vintage computers and video games. The showcase for the owners' personal collection gathered over 45+ years. Visitors can discover the ideas and inventions that led to the modern digital world, do the history quiz, indulge in some nostalgia and look for their first computer among the 100s of items on display, then play on the many classic games consoles and computers. Up to 3 hours game play included in the admission price. 2020 Open Easter (Good Friday) - 31 August on Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays plus extra Mondays and Fridays during Kent school holidays. 1-4pm. All dates and more information can be found on the website.

Reviewed By jessicamrsread - Margate, United Kingdom

This was perfect, the kids loved it, and so did the parents. What a wonderful collection of stuff, a proper trip down memory lane and great fun.

5. Sailors Church

Military Road, Ramsgate CT11 9LG England +44 1843 589848 http://www.ship-of-fools.com/mystery/2015/2883.html
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Sailors Church

Reviewed By margaretp306

Just go. It’s such an unusual church, totally about and for the sailors of the fishing port of Ramsgate. We stumbled across it years ago and always look in when passing by. Don’t expect grand, blousy or huge. Just think of simple and much needed in days gone by. Dont forget to leave a donation as they have to keep it going.....even though you won’t necessarily be there for long

6. King George VI Memorial Park

Parkside Montefiore Avenue, Ramsgate CT11 8BD England +44 7968 477069 http://www.kent.gov.uk/leisure_and_culture/countryside_and_coast/parks_and_open_spaces/country_parks/king_george_vi_memorial_park.aspx
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King George VI Memorial Park

7. Monkton Nature Reserve

Canterbury Road Monkton, Ramsgate CT12 4LH England +44 1843 822666 [email protected] http://www.monkton-reserve.org
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Monkton Nature Reserve

Independent, not-for-profit registered charity promoting environmental conservation and education in East Kent.

Reviewed By emmalF2867KQ

Ashamed to say, 35 yrs living in Thanet and driving by this place and we’d never been before! We were totally missing out! We spent just shy of 3 hours here and chose to visit the day they had birds of prey there. We were able to pay £1 for a photo and a hold of one of the birds, with all proceeds going to the reserve. There are plenty of picnic areas. Also plenty of benches to stop at along the walks. There is a fairy trail and a dinosaur trail to keep the little ones busy. There are also brass rubbings but no materials provided for them. My only negative was the museum quiz. We attempted it and even us grown ups couldn’t find the answers so we gave up. Bit disheartening for the kids. This could be made easier.

8. Shrine of St Augustine

St. Augustines Road, Ramsgate CT11 9PA England +44 1843 592071 [email protected] http://augustineshrine.co.uk/
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Shrine of St Augustine

Augustus Pugin - best known for designing most of the Houses of Parliament - radically reformed cityscapes around the world. Pugin built this church as his model of construction, and called it "my own child". Out of all the buildings he built, this was his favourite. St Augustine of Canterbury landed very close by in 597, bringing Christianity back to England. Although is original shrine was destroyed in 1538, St Augustine's is his modern shrine, and contains one of his last remaining relics. There are many things of beauty here, and of great significance too. Despite its stark exterior, the inside is peaceful, tranquil, and beautiful, with major stories to tell.

Reviewed By Tobytots1 - Cambridge, United Kingdom

A beautiful site with friendly staff and parishioners I visited as a pilgrim Very important and of huge historical and religious significance

9. Ramsgate Tunnels

Marina Esplanade Follow signs 300 yards on right after the waterfall going up the hill, Ramsgate CT11 8FH England +44 1843 588123 [email protected] http://www.ramsgatetunnels.org
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Ramsgate Tunnels

Your tour starts with a short film show in a 150 year old Victorian Railway Tunnel before heading off into purpose built Air Raid Precaution tunnels under the town of Ramsgate. Hear about the “Mad Mayor” who saved the town Discover how the tunnels were built See where a town below the town evolved Listen to stories of life underground

Reviewed By pauleym658

Didn't know what to expect today, but it was a real treat and great history lesson. Air raid shelter tunnels 2 and a bit miles built in 8months with massive foresight... Thoroughly enjoyed the history and artifacts. Need sturdy shoes to walk the tunnels of which you may cover approx 1 mile underground. Enjoyable afternoon with the family. Avoid taking very young children!

10. Granville Theatre

Victoria Parade, Ramsgate CT11 8DG England +44 1843 591750 [email protected] http://www.granvilletheatre.com/
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Granville Theatre

Reviewed By GuySE19 - London, United Kingdom

Always try to catch the new releases here rather than at a soulless chain - love the Granville, quirky postwar building nestled into the chalk of the East Cliff in Ramsgate, two great digital screens, has the latest movies, cheap snacks in the foyer & great sound. A proper little gem of a place.

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