Discover how art has shaped Folkestone into a must visit UK seaside destination on this walking tour with a born and bred Folkestone resident. You will also meet one of the creatives who has settled in Folkestone, on a private guided tour of their art space.
Your walk starts at The Grand Hotel Folkestone and follows the unique clifftop promenade, The Leas, as you head down into the heart of the historic and Creative Quarter. En-route, witness some of Folkestone’s Artworks that make up the UK’s largest urban contemporary art exhibition including pieces by Yoko Ono and Tracey Emin. Uncover some of the town’s history and wonder at how the once struggling seaside holiday spot has been catapulted back to its former glory.
Ending in the heart of Folkestone’s Creative Quarter, you will be able to spend the rest of the day browsing unique independent shops amongst the town’s abundance of restaurants and cafes.
Address
Folkestone Walking Tour
Opposite The Grand Hotel
Folkestone on the Leas by Yoko Ono’s artwork Earth Peace
Folkestone
Kent
CT20 2XL
Walking tours are available at varying dates and times throughout the year, May to November.
