About Folkestone Harbour Arm

THE PLACE TO BE

Originally the railway terminal for the Folkestone-Boulogne Ferry and departure point for soldiers on their way to the Western Front, The Harbour Arm still embraces the town’s working fishing harbour, becoming a pivotal point in the town’s future and its historical past.

Since opening in 2014, Folkestone Harbour Arm has cemented itself as a major destination on the Kent coast. Reaching into the English Channel, offering views of the White Cliffs and glimpses of France, the Harbour Arm is a unique cultural attraction; a place to meet friends, see live music and sample the goods from over 70 independent food, drink and retail vendors.

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A unique day out in East Kent

The respectfully renovated architecture of Folkestone Harbour Arm provides a unique backdrop for a day out in East Kent. Radiating from the Harbour Arm are splendid walkways in all directions. Take the boardwalk across the beach, the viaduct towards the Old Town or through the beautifully restored Harbour Station. Look out for Folkestone’s myriad of public artworks – and enjoy a truly unique reimagining of the classic British seaside experience.

Folkestone Harbour Arm has quickly become celebrated as a food, drink and entertainment destination...
Championing Independents

Small, independent businesses along the Arm give it its unique flavour, and its reputation is growing as restoration continues along the platform and across the railway bridge and beyond, with the addition of The Goods Yard in 2020, Beachside in 2021 and Harbourside in 2023, as three stand-alone areas with very unique offers.

Folkestone’s Harbour Arm has swiftly become the beacon for the regeneration of Folkestone as a destination town.

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Thu 05 Feb 26, 20:10 - 21:45 + more dates
Free
Every game shown live Watch every minute of the action from this year's Men's 6 Nations.
February's Games
Every Friday from 7pm, 19:00 - 23:00
Free
Live Music, Welcome Drink and 3 courses for £35pp A great night out doesn't have to break the bank. The Sunset Sessions…
Sat 07 Feb 26, 14:10 - 16:00
Free
Italy face Scotland in this Six Nations fixture, shown live on the big screen with commentary. The match forms part of …
Sat 07 Feb 26, 15:00 - 17:00
Free
Live Music @ The Tasting Rooms The Few Trio are a brilliant folkestone based jazz ensemble with pianist Paul Eldridge,…
Sat 07 Feb 26, 14:10 - 18:05 + more dates
Free
Watch the Men's 6 Nations @ The Pilot Beach Bar Watch the action from this year's Men's 6 Nations with special offers…
Every Sunday, 13:00 - 16:00
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Legendary Sunday Roasts with a view! Sunday Roasts from 1pm, serving Beef, Pork, Chicken, Lamb and Nut Roast. Bookable…
Sun 08 Feb 26, 14:00 - 16:00
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Live at The Tasting Rooms Sarah-Jane Hassell will be joined by pianist Mick Bishop for a delightful afternoon set of…
Sun 08 Feb 26, 12:00 - 17:00 + more dates
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New from the team at The Tasting Rooms. The Lighthouse Keepers lunch is a Sunday Roast, done in Frenglish …
Sat 14 Feb 26, 14:10 - 16:00
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Ireland face Italy in this Six Nations fixture, shown live on the big screen with commentary. A familiar matchup in the …
Sat 14 Feb 26, 19:00 - 23:00
Free
Live Music @ The Tasting Rooms Celebrate love with us this Valentines at the Tasting Rooms!
Delight your special someone…
Sun 15 Feb 26, 14:00 - 16:00
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We will be welcoming the much-loved Diane Dunn, to our Tasting Rooms Stage from 3pm. Diane brings a brilliant, fun …
Sat 21 Feb 26, 14:10 - 16:00
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England take on Ireland in this Six Nations fixture, shown live on the big screen with commentary. A headline clash in …
Sat 21 Feb 26, 15:00 - 17:00
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Live music at The Tasting Rooms Mampama play a mixed bag of African pop songs and fusion music.
Sat 21 Feb 26, 15:00 - 17:00
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Gumboots reggae band are a local band playing all the classic Reggae & Ska songs. Gumboots Reggae Band play all the…
Sun 22 Feb 26, 15:00 - 17:00
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Super soulful jazzy performance from these three who love to chat in between. THREE! Love to chat and sing and bicker…..
Fri 27 Feb 26, 15:00 - 17:00
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Live at The Tasting Rooms Join us at the Tasting Rooms for live music from the brilliantly talented Sam Dunn. One of the…
Sat 28 Feb 26, 15:00 - 17:00
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Lucy May Walker is a solo acoustic performer who started her career busking on the streets and train stations of London. …
Sat 07 Mar 26, 14:10 - 16:00
Free
Scotland take on France in this Six Nations game, shown live on the big screen with commentary. Expect fast, flowing …
Sat 14 Mar 26, 14:10 - 16:00
Free
Ireland host Scotland in this Six Nations fixture, shown live on the big screen with commentary. A traditional rivalry, …
Sat 28 Mar 26, 13:00 - 15:00
Free
Internationally recognised British blues-rock band from the heart of Kent Described as, "A seriously good, tight-knit…
Sun 29 Mar 26, 13:00 - 15:00
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You're never too old to rock! A five piece Folkestone Rock band playing classic rock music from seventies and eighties.
Fri 03 Apr 26, 14:00 - 16:00 + more dates
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Full blown, joyous, brass-heavy, Phatt New Orleans vibes. The Native Oysters Band are a funky, New Orleans style,…
Sun 05 Apr 26, 14:00 - 16:00 + more dates
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Multi-genre band with a unique rock twist The Hysterics are a dynamic and electrifying function band hailing from…
Sat 11 Apr 26, 16:00 - 18:00
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Pretty Crap are a local, all female band who perform a mixture of popular rock and indie hits from the 70s to the 20s.
Sun 12 Apr 26, 16:00 - 18:00
Free

Energetic, Joyous, Entertaining, Lively, Fun. A 3 piece function band playing songs past & present!

The City Suits is…

Sat 25 Apr 26, 14:00 - 16:00 + more dates
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A Folkestone favourite. Heroes are a 4 piece Kent based band playing tribute to late 70s and early 80s New Wave, Ska and…
Free
We deliver with an edge energy and professionalism. A band of 4 babes. Songwriters for screen and future artists. We…
Sun 10 May 26, 14:00 - 16:00
Free
Explosive Blues & Rock from one of the UK's top guitarists. Phil Woollett is the frontman of the critically acclaimed…
Sat 16 May 26, 14:00 - 16:00 + more dates
Free
Live show of roots / Americana based music. The Dustbowl Sinners draw inspiration from roots, hokum blues and country…
Sat 13 Jun 26, 14:00 - 16:00
Free
Pretty Crap are a local, all female band who perform a mixture of popular rock and indie hits from the 70s to the 20s.
Sun 05 Jul 26, 14:00 - 16:00 + more dates
Free
Energetic, fun and interactive performance. High Tide are a Kent based trio, spreading music, humour and undeniable joy…
Free
We deliver with an edge energy and professionalism. A band of 4 babes. Songwriters for screen and future artists. We…
Sun 26 Jul 26, 11:00 - 18:00
Free

Its back for 2026! Save the date and start picking out that red dress!

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Sat 15 Aug 26, 16:00 - 18:00
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Sunshine Afro-roots duo from UK/Sierra Leone TwoManTing was formed in 2024 when Sierra Leonean percussionist Jah-man…
Sat 22 Aug 26, 16:00 - 18:00
Free
Internationally recognised British blues-rock band from the heart of Kent Described as, "A seriously good, tight-knit…
Sun 23 Aug 26, 14:00 - 16:00
Free

Energetic, Joyous, Entertaining, Lively, Fun. A 3 piece function band playing songs past & present!

The City Suits is…

Discover a range of food & drink
From fresh seafood served from a railway carriage, live music in the converted waiting rooms, to Champagnes in a bar tucked into the Lighthouse at the end of the Arm.

Along the Arm, there are venues serving street food: gourmet hot-dogs, deliciously filled momos, polenta encrusted fish, and so much more, all with a choice of beers and soft drinks. Venture further and you’ll discover Platform 4; a deeply historic indoor space that’s home to a dessert parlor, Frenglish (French/English) Bistro and handmade wooden gifts and workshop.

Then at the very end sits the Lighthouse Champagne Bar; the jewel in The Harbour Arm’s crown. This historic, fully functioning Lighthouse was faithfully restored as part of our reopening in 2014 and now served a wide variety of quality fizz, English Wines and many other drinks to serve all tastes.

FAQS

  • The Harbour Arm is open for promenading everyday, dawn - dusk.

    Street food kiosks on the Harbour Arm are now closed for the winter.

    Street food is still availble from the Goods Yard (Sat & Sun) and from Harbourside Sq (Fri, Sat & Sun).

  • Yes, there is a large carpark on site. Find out more about tariffs here.
  • We will occasionally do callouts for new traders when a new opportunity or space becomes available.

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