A talk by Tony Hill, followed by a guided tour of the Masonic Hall ABOUT THE TALK This talk will look at over 300 years of Freemasonry in Folkestone and the part local Freemasons took in shaping the town. Following the talk, we will be given a guided tour of the Masonic Hall. Refreshments […]
Jean Baker tells the remarkable story of Sarah Baker (no relation!) and her involvement with 'The New Theatre' on The Bayle and other theatres across Kent.
Have you ever looked at an old shop sign on a house and wondered about the people who ran the shop or lived above it? This property, in Royal Military Avenue, has had a particularly varied past.
A talk by the Leas Lift team. ABOUT THE TALK The team behind the restoration of the Leas Lift will talk about its future and how the lift will continue to inspire the community. Find out about the approved planning application including a new café block, how the team raised funds to bring the […]
A talk by Martin Easdown and Tony Hill. ABOUT THE TALK The Victoria Pier served Folkestone's residents and visitors for over 50 years. In its lifetime, it served many varied functions. Come and learn its fascinating history! You will also learn the remarkable story of how the pier's very heavy foundation stone was […]
A talk by Denis Pepper. ABOUT THE TALK The seventh century was an exciting time for Britain. After two centuries of uncertainty and constant danger the country was settling into some sort of order. Christianity had been reborn and was providing a new political stability. Folkestone was particularly vibrant. It was the closest […]
A talk by Friends of Folkestone Old Cemetery. ABOUT THE TALK The Old Folkestone Cemetery in Cheriton Road was opened in 1856 and has around 15,000 graves - many with double burials. It hosts 45 Commonwealth War Graves and three Victoria Cross recipients. There is a Cross of Sacrifice and two Grade II Listed […]
A talk by Jean Hatton. ABOUT THE TALK ‘I think a place so remarkably void of objects does not suit my active mind’ ... So said Elizabeth Fry, prison reformer and one of the most famous people of her generation and of all British history, during a brief stay in Sandgate in July 1843. […]
A talk by Dr. Stephen Summerfield. ABOUT THE TALK Dr. Stephen Summerfield will continue his fascinating insight into Kent's historic role in defending the country from invasion. He will look at the rich military heritage of Folkestone and the surrounding district. This talk works as a stand-alone - you do not need to have […]
Free coffee afternoon with Leas Lift reminisce. Join our drop-in session at The Community Room on The Bayle for free refreshments between 3 - 5 pm. Share your Leas Lift memories and memorabilia, or simply have a chat and learn about their oral history project. This is the first of our regular Coffee Afternoons, which […]
Free coffee afternoon with Reading Literacy mini talk by Jennie Carter. There will be an informal talk at 3.30pm on the issue of reading literacy by former headteacher Jennie Carter. However, you can join our drop-in session at The Community Room on The Bayle for free refreshments at any time between 3 - 5 pm. […]
An interactive virtual walk by Tony Hill. ABOUT THE TALK Take a look at Folkestone from a different perspective in this interactive virtual tour. Feel free to shout out your answers to the fun quiz elements! Best of all, this walk around Folkestone is not weather-dependent and everyone can join in! ABOUT THE […]