See the view of the Red Arrows display from our lifeboat off Mermaid Beach.
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Armed Forces Day – Sunday 30th June 2019
Aerial displays will take place this year on Sunday 30th of June, as part of Armed Forces Day.
Folkestone Boxing Day Dip 2018
This year’s boxing day dip will take place at 11am on Wednesday 26th December.
Pages of the Sea – Sunday 11th November 2018
Film-maker Danny Boyle invites you to join him on Sunny Sands beach to mark 100 years since Armistice.
Folkestone Trawler Race – Saturday 11th & Sunday 12th August 2018
The annual Folkestone Trawler Race will be held on Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th of August.
Folkestone Sandcastle Competition – Sunday 22nd July 2018
The annual Folkestone Sandcastle Competition will be held on Sunday 22nd July at Sunny Sands beach.
Folkestone and Hythe RAF 100 Air Display – Saturday 21st & Sunday 22nd July 2018
An air display featuring the Red Arrows and the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight will take place in Folkestone on Saturday 21st & Sunday 22nd of July 2018.
Folkestone Sea Sports Open Weekend – Saturday 5th to Monday 7th May 2018
Folkestone Sea Sports will be opening again on Saturday 5th of May 2018 with free taster sessions available over the weekend.
Folkestone Boxing Day Dip 2017
For one hour, every year on Boxing Day, hundreds of people run into the sea for charity.
Open Day – Saturday 12th August 2017
Come and meet the crew as they demonstrate our lifesaving work, and take part in fun activities during our open day.
Pleasure Craft Speed Limit
No Restriction
Speed limit applies from 1st May to 30th September
Watercraft must not be driven in a dangerous manner
Maximum Fine: £1,000
Watercraft must not be driven in a dangerous manner
Maximum Fine: £1,000
Dogs on Folkestone Beaches
Folkestone Tide Times
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