The south east of Kent takes in the towns of Folkestone and Hythe, plus the large flat
expanse of the Romney Marsh. It’s a region that ranges from rolling countryside and towering
cliffs, to the shingle banks and endless fields of sheep across the often desolate marshes.
Folkestone is a pleasant, relaxed town, once a favourite haunt of Victorian and Edwardian
holidaymakers. The picturesque fishing harbour and grand cliff top promenades are still a
popular choice with the older generation, and the region offers much to see. Folkestone
has recently undergone much renovation, with a new
shopping centre, and much work to benefit the harbour
area.
Hythe is smaller, but no less historic or pretty. The old
High Street is lined with interesting independent shops.
It is also the start of one of this region’s most unusual
attractions - the Romney, Hythe, & Dymchurch Railway.
This beautiful miniature train service trundles its way
enthusiastically along the coast until it literally runs out
of land at Dungeness.
The Romney Marsh is a place like no other. It’s known
locally as the Sixth Continent, and can change wildly
with the seasons. In the summer it basks in the dust
and smell of warm soil, as potatoes and fruit crops are
gathered. In the winter it changes into a cold, windy,
misty place where myth and legend suddenly become
easily believable. Don’t miss the stunning Lydd Church.
expanse of the Romney Marsh. It’s a region that ranges from rolling countryside and towering
cliffs, to the shingle banks and endless fields of sheep across the often desolate marshes.
Folkestone is a pleasant, relaxed town, once a favourite haunt of Victorian and Edwardian
holidaymakers. The picturesque fishing harbour and grand cliff top promenades are still a
popular choice with the older generation, and the region offers much to see. Folkestone
has recently undergone much renovation, with a new
shopping centre, and much work to benefit the harbour
area.
Hythe is smaller, but no less historic or pretty. The old
High Street is lined with interesting independent shops.
It is also the start of one of this region’s most unusual
attractions -
This beautiful miniature train service trundles its way
enthusiastically along the coast until it literally runs out
of land at Dungeness.
The Romney Marsh is a place like no other. It’s known
locally as the Sixth Continent, and can change wildly
with the seasons. In the summer it basks in the dust
and smell of warm soil, as potatoes and fruit crops are
gathered. In the winter it changes into a cold, windy,
misty place where myth and legend suddenly become
easily believable. Don’t miss the stunning Lydd Church.
