The Isle of Thanet will see its first Royal Harbour History Festival in 2018.
The three-day event will take place on 15-17 June 2018, a new event located primarily in Ramsgate. The Patron is the Admiral of the Fleet The Lord Boyce.
The Festival’s vision is to create a ‘destination history’ event with four main aims: to showcase coastal and maritime history; to provide an educational experience that will inspire younger generations; to bring people into East Kent; and to raise money for local charities supporting education and heritage regenerations.
The festival has the full backing of Thanet District Council and Visit Kent, plus support from the Lord Lieutenant’s office, the Royal Navy, the RNLI, The Cinque Ports Confederation, the Association of Dunkirk Little Ships, University of Kent, Landmark Trust and many other cultural organisations.
Rob Kenyon, Community Development Officer, Thanet District Council, says: “Thanet is the fastest-growing tourism destination in the UK and Ramsgate is the ideal location for those looking for rich maritime history, continental charm, first-class entertainment and beautiful architecture.
“This Festival will give visitors yet another reason to come and enjoy England’s only Royal Harbour. There is such a feel-good factor in Ramsgate at the moment, having just been named as one of 10 Heritage Action Zones in the country by Historic England, and with the opening of the Grade II-listed the Royal Victoria Pavilion just around the corner.”
Tickets will go on sale early next year.
Visit rhhf.co.uk
