Description
Folkestone is unusual in that it lacks a conventional seafront, with most of the resort's facilities being concentrated at the level of the cliff-top Victorian boulevard known as The Leas, whose wide lawns and colourful flower beds are a constant delight. The older part of the town with its cobbled streets and village-like atmosphere is accessible from The Leas via a Victorian water-powered cliff lift. The newly refurbished Leas Cliff Hall offers a wide variety of evening entertainment while the Metropole Galleries provide a range of exhibitions. France is less than an hour away via the Eurotunnel. Nearby is the bathing beach at East Cliff Sands, at the foot of cliffs crowned by a Martello Tower - a reminder that relations with France were not always as cordial as today! Folkestone is a large town with plenty of amenities, all within easy reach of the hotel.
Itinerary
TOUR OPERATES SUNDAY TO SATURDAY
EXCURSIONS INCLUDED
Full Day Excursion to Canterbury
We travel inland to historic Canterbury with its excellent shops and famous Cathedral, the home of English Christianity.
Full Day Excursion to Deal and Sandwich
Sandwich was one of Henry VIII’s Cinque Ports, with Deal as an adjunct to them. Today Sandwich offers a pleasant marina along the river Stour and many historical buildings. Deal houses a Tudor castle, Kent’s only remaining pier and many buildings from the town’s Naval past.
Full Day Excursion to Leeds Castle
Probably the most romantically situated castle in England in a splendid setting on two islands. It has a maze, aviary, delightful cottage garden and many artistic treasures (entrance included in the tour cost).
Venue Information
This large modern hotel is situated on the harbour side and boasts an indoor swimming pool, sauna and gymnasium (extra charges apply). Access to the town is via a cliffside lift or elevated cobbled walk past the shops. An excellent nightly entertainment programme is provided, with fully costumed cabaret shows. Premier dining restaurant, serving buffet-style meals. All bedrooms have private bath and WC, TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Lifts serve all floors. Tel:01303 257455