Museum Curator Coralie Clover dons the Coat as it leaves Folkestone Photo: Ray Duff By Ray Duff After a three-month stay, the magnificent ‘Coat of Hopes’, a huge, multi-patched quilted…
Words and Picture by Ray Duff A rare opportunity awaits in Dover as a towering replica of a 17th-century Spanish galleon, fresh from a journey of over 35,000 nautical miles,…
The site in 2021 SCOPIX – Residents are invited to two upcoming drop-in sessions to discuss the environmental future of Princes Parade. A recent survey revealed strong community support for…
Library image Firefighters battled a mysterious blaze in the quiet village of Plaxtol this morning, as two sheds and a cluster of trees erupted in flames on The Street. The…
New Mayor Councillor Lucy McGirr and Deputy Cllr Jackie Meade Photo: Folkestone Town Council Folkestone is buzzing with excitement as Councillor Lucy McGirr has been elected The Worshipful Town Mayor…
The winds of change are blowing through the historic town of Dover as a thrilling new alliance storms onto the scene, poised to unleash a spectacular revitalization of its very…
Folkestone & Hythe District Council is always looking for ways to make things easier for you. They know you rely on them for things like housing, recycling, council tax, and…
Folkestone is poised for a dramatic transformation! The eagerly anticipated “Folkestone – A Brighter Future” project has announced its official start date: Monday, April 7th, 2025! This landmark scheme, set…
A VE Day 80 Beacon Lighting event is due to take place on Thursday 8th May at the Bandstand/Beacon on The Leas in Folkestone. More details
Demonstration in July 2023 to keep the library open Photo: Ray Duff It’s been announced that community organisations in Folkestone are being offered a unique opportunity to acquire the historic…
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