Margate Holiday Cottages

A playground for creatives and innovators, Margate is flush with activities, attractions, and amusements, not least its crown jewel: the Turner Contemporary. As a celebrated beacon of artistic expression, this world-renowned hub presents a series of permanent and temporary exhibitions that come in equal measures impressive and thought-provoking.

Meanwhile, the iconic Dreamland stands as a cornerstone of Margate’s entertainment landscape, its vintage rides evoking the nostalgia of seaside resorts at their zenith. Beyond its whimsical attractions, Dreamland also hosts an array of world-renowned acts, sell-out concerts, and unforgettable events, making it a worthy excursion for couples, families, and all-adult groups.

Providing a fascinating glimpse into the town’s past and regeneration, the Margate Museum opens over the weekends and is well worth a browse. Elsewhere, the Old Town comes alive with the appearance of Old Town Market, which brings a selection of vinyl, vintage clothing, and local homewares to Margate. Enjoy this opportunity for some souvenir shopping, accompanied by the waft of freshly brewed coffee from independent cafés.

Discovered by chance in 1835, Margate’s mysterious Shell Grotto comprises a series of underground passages adorned with 4.6 million intricate seashells, their fascinating mosaics shrouded in mystery and intrigue since ancient times. There’s also the Margate Caves, a site with a fascinating and varied history: once a chalk mine, it later became an amusement for the wealthy, and a popular Victorian tourist spot.

Step into the whimsical world of The Crab Museum, a charming tribute to these crustacean creatures, pay a visit to the Turner Contemporary, relax on Margate’s sandy beaches, or explore its historic Old Town; there’s plenty to do in Margate without spending a single penny.