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Sandgate is a village in the Folkestone and Hythe Urban Area in the Folkestone and Hythe district of Kent, England. It had a population of 4,225 at the 2001 census. It is the site of Sandgate Castle, a Device Fort. H. G. Wells lived at Spade House, and it is also the birthplace of comedian Hattie Jacques.
- Foodyfromlondon. 174 contributions. Bracing walk in January with great views. The views were amazing. For runners, cyclists or those with prams very flat. The walk from Sandgate to Folkestone along the sea took us about 40 mins, ok on way there but v v v blustery on way back.
- Jackie. Dover, UK14 contributions. I loved it. A lovely walk in an area where my dad trained as a copper when it was a police training centre. Spoke to the very friendly groundsman who was extremely knowledgable about the history of the area .
- Osman D. Canterbury, UK 357 contributions. One of the few remaining quality outlets. There was a time when every other shop in Sandgate sold good quality antiques.
- dodge440. London, England 801 contributions. proper pub with good beer and snacks. We went twice in the evening for drinks before it was taken over by the L&B group.
- Foodyfromlondon. 174 contributions. Bracing walk in January with great views. The views were amazing. For runners, cyclists or those with prams very flat. The walk from Sandgate to Folkestone along the sea took us about 40 mins, ok on way there but v v v blustery on way back.
- Jackie. Dover, UK14 contributions. I loved it. A lovely walk in an area where my dad trained as a copper when it was a police training centre. Spoke to the very friendly groundsman who was extremely knowledgable about the history of the area .
- Osman D. Canterbury, UK 357 contributions. One of the few remaining quality outlets. There was a time when every other shop in Sandgate sold good quality antiques.
- dodge440. London, England 801 contributions. proper pub with good beer and snacks. We went twice in the evening for drinks before it was taken over by the L&B group.
Despite its size—spanning two miles of coastline and extending inland over steep wooded hills—Sandgate boasts a captivating history. From the times of Henry VIII to encounters with smugglers, the looming threat of Napoleonic invasion, and crucial military roles in two world wars, the village has played a role in significant historical events.
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Sandgate Beach. 199 reviews. #1 of 18 things to do in Sandgate. Beaches. Write a review. What people are saying. By TimeTraveler1st. “ Beautifully Kept Beach Clean and Safe ” May 2022. Clean water blue flag beach loads of local restaurants coffee shops including the boathouse the beach front Coffee Sh... “ Is this another country? Aug 2021.
Sandgate Castle is an artillery fort originally constructed by Henry VIII in Sandgate in Kent, between 1539 and 1540. It formed part of the King's Device programme to protect England against invasion from France and the Holy Roman Empire, and defended a vulnerable point along the coast.
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