Places to Go - Explore and Discover
There are a wealth of places to visit and to enjoy within easy reach from the park
Discover and explore all that the area has to offer. We can offer some special discounts for some venues.
Sport and Leisure
Sports & Fitness Centres Golf Courses Bowling & Bowls Watersports Fishing/Walking/Cycling
Horse Riding Children's Play Areas
Entertainment and Nightlife
Pubs & Restaurants Theatres Cinemas Casinos Bingo
More Things to See and Do
Further Afield Attractions & Galleries Beaches & Bays Shopping Local Events
Sports and Leisure
Sport and Leisure Centres
DW Sports Fitness
The Fort, Westwood Cross, Thanet, Kent CT10 2BF
Tel: 0844 2495338 Contact our site office for information regarding special offers
info@dwsportsfitness.com Website
Bannatynes Health Club Tel: 01843 600606
Website
Other Health and Fitness Centres - Thanet Leisure Force
Swimming, gym, tennis, pitch & putt, croquet, spa suite, sports hall plus more.
Hartsdown Leisure Centre & Ramsgate Sports Centre
Tel: 01843 227959 Website
Golf Courses and Ranges
Manston Golf Centre
Greensole Lane, Manston Rd, Manston, CT12 5BE Tel: 01843 590005
WITHIN 5 MINUTE DRIVE FROM THE PARK! Nine hole public golf course and floodlit driving range Website
North Foreland Golf Club
Convent Road, Kinsgate, Broadstairs CT10 3PU. Tel: 01843 862140
18 hole challenging course. Non members welcome. Handicap may be required.
Royal St. George's Golf Club
Hosting the 2011 British Open Golf Tournament.
Certificates with a maximum of 18, for men and women, from their home clubs or appropriate golf governing body must be presented to the caddie master on the day, in order to be allowed on the course.
Tel: 01304 613090 Website
Stonelees Golf Centre
Ebbsfleet Lane, nr Ebsfleet, Ramsgate, Kent CT12 5DJ Tel: 01843 823133
Three public nine hole courses and floodlit driving range. Newly extended clubhouse
stonelees@stonelees.com Website
St. Augustine's Golf Club
Cottington Road, Cliffsend, Ramsgate, Kent CT12 5JN Tel: 01843 590333
info@staugustinesgolfclub.co.uk Website
Westgate and Birchington Golf Club
176 Canterbury Road, Westgate-On-Sea Tel: 01843 831115
Walmer & Kinsdown
The Leas, Kingsdown, Deal Tel: 01304 373256
Broome Park
Broome Park, Canterbury Road, Barham, Canterbury Tel: 01227 831701
Canterbury Golf Club
Littlebourne Road, Canterbury Tel: 01227 453532
Chestfield Golf Club
Chestfield Road, Chestfield, Whitstable Tel: 01227 794411
Bowling and Bowls
AMF Ten-Pin Bowling
51 Addington Street, Margate, CT9 1PW Tel: 08701 183024
Open daily with 24 fully computerised lanes with bumpers Website
Bugsy's Ten-Pin Bowling
Ethelbert Crescent, Cliftonville, Margate, CT9 2DY. Tel: 01843 228632
12 lanes, American pool and snooker. Open daily. Website
Thanet Indoor Bowls Centre
Eastern Esplanade, Cliftonville Tel:01843 227083
Watersports
Windsurfing and Sailing
Minnis Bay near Birchington is a rural country bay with; chalets for hire; a first aid hut; lifeguards and bay inspectors; café; sailing club; parking facilities; wind surfing area; deck chairs for hire; a picnic area; nearby public house; toilets; Blue Flag seaside award.
Jet Ski World
Hodges gap, Princes Walk, Cliftonville CT9 3DF Tel: 01843 231703
Joss Bay Surf School
Joss bay, Elmwood Ave, Broadstairs. Tel: 07812 991195
Kent's largest running and most established surf school. All instructors hold BSA surf coach and lifeguard qualifications
Kent Surf School
Kiddies Corner, Viking bay, Broadstairs Tel:07970 870098
In association with Revolution Skate Park. Variety of lessons available.
Fishing
The area offers the possibilities of sea, lake and river fishing. An angler’s dream!
Walking
The Ramblers Association
The Ramblers’ Association is a charity protecting public paths and countryside, promoting health and pleasure. Taking you places you never knew before. Tel: 020 7339 8500 Website
Guided Walks
A selection of guided walks are available in the area. See local visitor information offices or visitthanet website
Cycling
Viking Coastal Trail
The Viking Coastal Trail is Thanet’s most exciting leisure cycle route. Experienced or a novice, you’ll find plenty to enjoy around the Trail. Preston Parks is central to the 28 mile circular route. Website
Horse Riding
Nelson Park Riding Centre Ltd
For beginners to advance Tel: 01843 822251
Manston Riding Centre
Tel: 01843 823622
Plum Pudding Equestrian Centre & Livery
Minnis Bay Tel: 01843 847142
Children's Play Areas - Indoor and Outdoor
Jungle Jim's
Jungle Jim’s playbarn and family fun farm provide indoor soft play barn with cafe. Outdoor play frame, farmyard animals, giant sandpit, mini golf, fantastic food and drinks available.
Quex Park Estate, Birchington. Tel: 01843 847863 Website
Romney Hythe and Dymchurch Railway
Romney, Hythe and Dymchurch Railway is a mainline railway built for a millionaire racing driver in the 1920’s, with all locomotives and carriages just one third full size. Truly one of the railway wonders of the world. Tel: 01797 362353 Website
Entertainment and Nightlife
Pubs and Restaurants
The Jolly Farmer
Within a very short distance from the Park, sample the delights of The Jolly Farmer Public House. Good food, good company and real ales. Tel: 01843 823208
3 High Street, Manston, Ramsgate CT12 5BG.
Restaurants
Thanet offers a wide selection of restaurants to suit all requirements.
For more details, visit the Thanet Tourism website Website
Canterbury and the surrounding area is a bit further afield, but well worth the effort.
For more details, visit the Canterbury website
Website
The Ambrette
A Michelin rated restaurant in Margate Old Town. A unique experience of modern Indian style cuisine.
44 King Street, Margate CT9 1QE. Tel: 01843 231504 Website Email Enquiry
Theatres
The Theatre Royal
Established in 1786 by Royal Patent. Be captivated, be entertained.
Tel: 01843 293877 Website
The Marlowe - Canterbury
You won’t be disappointed! Why not make your visit a little more special and relax in our Cafe Bar before your show. Tel: 01227 787787 Website
The Winter Gardens
The Winter Gardens is one of the biggest theatres and event venues in Kent. It hosts a wide variety of shows from Victoria Wood to line dancing and tea dances. Tel: 01843 296111 Website
Cinemas
Carlton Cinema
St Mildreds Road, Westgate-on-Sea, CT8 8RE
Tel: 01843 834290 Website
Granville Cinema
Victoria Parade, Ramsgate CT11 8DG Tel: 01843 591750 Website
Palace Cinema
Harbour Street, Broadstairs, CT10 1ET Tel: 01843 865726 Website
Vue Cinema
Westwood Cross, Haine Road, Broadstairs, CT12 5GR Tel: 08712 240240 Website
Casinos
Circus Casino
Zion Place, Margate CT9 1RP Tel: 01843 225248
G Casino
Westwood Cross, Haine Road, Broadstairs, CT10 2BF Tel: 01843 579999 Website
Bingo
Crown Bingo
34-42 Marine Teraace, Margate, CT9 1XJ Tel: 01843 297308
Mecca Bingo
Westwood Cross, Haine Road, Broadstairs, CT10 2BF Tel: 01843 579330
Attractions & Galleries
Thanet has a wealth of attractions
For more details, visit the Thanet Visitors Guide Website www.visitthanet.co.uk
Beaches and Bays
Ramsgate
Royal Harbour and Maritime Museum provide harbour cruises and historic buildings.
Visitor Info Centre Tel: 01843 587765
Margate
Sandy beach, lively waterfront and picturesque harbour, a favourite with artist Turner.
Visitor Info Centre Tel: 01843 58333
Broadstairs
Broadstairs - Viking Bay is an award winning sandy beach. Visitor Info Centre Tel: 01843 583333
Reculver
Explore natural history and fossils of the shoreline at Reculver Country Park. See the famous towers, a well-known landmark along the Kent coast. Visitor Info Centre Tel: 01227 361911
Herne Bay
Promenade and seafront gardens are perfect for strolling, whilst the jetty offers unique views of the town, fishing and small boats. Visitor Info Centre Tel: 01227 361911
Whitstable
Famous worldwide for oysters, the working harbour is a magnet for visitors who come to buy fresh fish and seafood and dine at local gourmet restaurants. Visitor Info Centre: Tel: 01227 275482
Sandwich
The Historic Town Quay is one of the original Cinque Ports. Sandwich is a medieval town with ancient narrow streets. Take a waterside walk and see the yachts along the quay. Visitor Info Centre Tel: 01304 613565
Dover
Dover Museum “Bronze Age Boat” has recently unveiled this 3000-year-old boat. Dover Castle is located on the famous White Cliffs. The castle contains 2000 years of history. Visitor Info Centre: Tel: 01304 211067
Shopping
From original arts and crafts to fresh organic produce, designer wear to value for money markets, this is a great area for a bit of retail therapy
Westwood Cross
Within a five minute drive from the park.
Thanet's new town centre is easily accessible. Here you will find major chain stores such as marks & Spencer, Boots, Next and Debenhams, plus leisure brands such as Ask, Nando's, Chiquito, Frankie & Benny;s and a few individual shops.
Markets and Farmers Markets
A wide array of local markets can be found. Ask at the site office for details.
Margate, Ramsgate, Broadstairs and Villages
Some superb local shopping, along with cafe's and bars
Local Events
A variety of events take place throughout the year. From Beer Festivals to Air Displays.
For the latest dates and events list visit the Thanet Tourism Guide Website Website
Broadstairs Folk Week
One of Thanet's biggest events of the year. Website
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