Attractions and days out in Folkestone, Kent

Folkestone Leas Water Lift Folkestone Leas Lift

Lower Sandgate Road, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 1PR
01303 251573
The Leas Lift was deisgned and built in 1885, the lift is unique in that it is powered by water. Situated on the cliff, it connects the Leas Cliff to the Lower Sandgate Road and is a common attraction for locals and visitors.

Kent Battle of Britain Museum

Aerodrome Road, Hawkinge, Folkestone, Kent, CT18 7AG
01303 893140
Possibly the most important collection of the Battle of Britain artefacts in the Country. This excellent museum houses a collection of Aircraft, Vehicles, Weapons and a large array of equipment used during WWII and is available to see between Good Friday and the end of September.

Coastal Park

Lower Leas, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 1QN
01303 258594
The Lower Leas Coastal park in Folkestone has been redeveloped to provide a beautiful and peaceful environment for all the family. With the extensive play area, the events through out the summer at the Amphitheatre of the breathtaking views it is a perfect place to enjoy the day.

Macfarlanes Butterfly Centre

Swingfield, Nr Folkestone, Kent, CT15 7HX
01303 844244
Open from April to October this Butterfly Centre allows you to walk around in the purpose built green house and experience Butterflys in their own exotic and tropical surroundings.

Folkestone Library Gallery & Museum

2 Grace Hill, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 1HD
01303 258594
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Martello Tower No3

East Cliff, Wear Bay Road, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 2QY
01303 852277
Tower 3 stands above the cliffs on the east side of Folkestone overlooking the Harbour. With its visitor centre housing an exhibition detailing local history it is a must see for theat history enthusiast.

Kingsnorth Gardens

Kingsnorth Gardens, Folkesotne, Kent, CT20
Kingsnorth Gardens are situated in the heart of Folkestone just a few minutes walk from the train station. The former clay pit is deisgned like a classic Italian Garden with wonderful flower beds and water features filling this beautiful picturesque and quiet gem.