Cecily's Guidebook
Beach
A little to the left of the property lies Walpole Bay with its stunning Victorian tidal pool. A firm favorite amongst locals, this beach is quieter than the main sands and very lovely.
30 locals recommend
Walpole Bay
A little to the left of the property lies Walpole Bay with its stunning Victorian tidal pool. A firm favorite amongst locals, this beach is quieter than the main sands and very lovely.
UpMargate
20 The CentreFood scene
Only a few doors down, award winning Roost (child and pet friendly) serves up delicious food with a view. Their lobster rolls are second to none!
43 locals recommend
Roost Restaurant & Cafe
19 Cliff TerraceOnly a few doors down, award winning Roost (child and pet friendly) serves up delicious food with a view. Their lobster rolls are second to none!
One of our family favorites and much loved by food journalist Grace Dent (amongst others!), booking is definitely advised for this fantastic Italian eatery in the heart of Margate’s old town.
60 locals recommend
Bottega Caruso
2-4 Broad StOne of our family favorites and much loved by food journalist Grace Dent (amongst others!), booking is definitely advised for this fantastic Italian eatery in the heart of Margate’s old town.
Our very local pub is the Rose in June, which is just a hop from Forts (3min walk) and really excellent but further into the old town is the George & Heart. Fantastic roasts -you must book!
53 locals recommend
The George & Heart Bar
44 King StOur very local pub is the Rose in June, which is just a hop from Forts (3min walk) and really excellent but further into the old town is the George & Heart. Fantastic roasts -you must book!
The images on here are totally out of date. See my pics for the recent transformation of this achingly cool hole in the wall coffee shop. Newly opened, this award winning coffee will set you right any day of the week.
65 locals recommend
Fort's Cafe
8 Cliff TerraceThe images on here are totally out of date. See my pics for the recent transformation of this achingly cool hole in the wall coffee shop. Newly opened, this award winning coffee will set you right any day of the week.
Hantverk & Found
16-18 King StAngela's
21 The ParadeCliffs is a much loved local favourite A little walk into Cliftonville (Northdown Road) will lead you past the other newcomers to this growing scene and to this coffee shop / breakfast spot / record shop / yoga studio and Aveda hairdresser. All excellent offerings and with a small play area upstairs, it’s well worth a visit.
97 locals recommend
Cliffs
172 Northdown RdCliffs is a much loved local favourite A little walk into Cliftonville (Northdown Road) will lead you past the other newcomers to this growing scene and to this coffee shop / breakfast spot / record shop / yoga studio and Aveda hairdresser. All excellent offerings and with a small play area upstairs, it’s well worth a visit.
For a truly magnificent culinary experience and stunning views of the sea, booking is advised.
32 locals recommend
Barletta
For a truly magnificent culinary experience and stunning views of the sea, booking is advised.
Great for families and sole travelers alike, there really are few places with a direct hit on the sunset. Best Pizzas this side of London too. Pet and family friendly. Do book.
94 locals recommend
GB Pizza Co
14a Marine DrGreat for families and sole travelers alike, there really are few places with a direct hit on the sunset. Best Pizzas this side of London too. Pet and family friendly. Do book.
Unfortunately not dog friendly but well worth a trip if you’re hound free. Really excellent food.
73 locals recommend
The Dug Out
4 Fort HillUnfortunately not dog friendly but well worth a trip if you’re hound free. Really excellent food.
Sightseeing
A 4min walk down the sea front from our property lies the Turner Contemporary Gallery, home of the 2019 Turner Prize -and where better to see our very own “Turner skies”
352 locals recommend
Turner Contemporary
RendezvousA 4min walk down the sea front from our property lies the Turner Contemporary Gallery, home of the 2019 Turner Prize -and where better to see our very own “Turner skies”
This bonkers but marvelous experience is well worth a trip! Just a few minutes walk from the property, you won’t quite believe your eyes.
171 locals recommend
Shell Grotto
33 Grotto HillThis bonkers but marvelous experience is well worth a trip! Just a few minutes walk from the property, you won’t quite believe your eyes.
Shopping
Scott’s is a legendary furniture emporium.. spread across a huge warehouse of 4 floors, you can find anything from antique thimbles to suits of armor, from stunning furniture to old “stuff”. If you love a vintage find, this is a mandatory stop.
Scott's Furniture Mart Margate
Bath PlaceWellness
Next door to Roost, on our little strip is Haeckles, award winning and disruptive to the beauty scene, these guys make skin care using seaweed from Margate’s beaches that is sold around the world. They also have treatment rooms above -but please book well in advance as they are very popular!
Haeckels
18 Cliff Terrace