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 […]
Join us on The Leas in front of The Grand for our Edwardian Picnic to celebrate our 50th anniversary, with live brass bands. FREE - no booking required. Just pack a picnic, bring a blanket and turn up! Don't forget your sun protection! Music will be performed from 12 - 4.30pm This event is part […]
Free coffee afternoon with a chance to have your say on planning reforms! Join us at The Community Room on The Bayle for free refreshments at any time between 3 - 5 pm on Wednesday 28 August. We really want to hear your opinions on the Government's announced changes to the planning system, so come […]
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 […]
HISTORY Lt. Col. Schreiber inspecting the 8th Battalion Home Guard. From the collection of Alan Taylor Folkestone was a key port during WWI. From 1914, over 65,000 refugees headed to the town from Belgium and millions of men and women travelled between Folkestone and France from 1916-18. More than 100,000 railway engineers kept supplies and […]
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 […]