A warm welcome to The Ramsgate Society’s website
Since 1964, we’ve been dedicated to preserving and enhancing Ramsgate’s unique heritage and environment.
Here, you’ll find information about our ongoing projects, upcoming events, and ways to get involved in our community initiatives.
Explore our latest news, delve into Ramsgate’s rich history, and discover how you can contribute to making our town a better place for all.
Join us in celebrating and safeguarding the beauty and character of Ramsgate!
If you have any difficulties or questions, please use the ‘Contact’ page to get in touch.
Featured News
Local Government Reorganisation (What Again?)
Our Society Secretary, Mike Ashley, explains why we are largely positive about plans for yet another reorganisation of local government and what it could mean for Ramsgate Town Council.
Latest Post
Climate Matters March 2025: Breathing Easily
Phil Shotton applauds the positive achievements of the expansion of the London ULEZ zone and reaffirms that our Society’s climate stance is not ‘political’
Next Event
April 24th Talk on the Ramsgate RNLI
Talk by John Ray on lives saved by the Ramsgate RNLI – including their role in the Dunkirk Evacuation of 85 years ago.
News and Projects
Local Government Reorganisation (What Again?)
Our Society Secretary, Mike Ashley, explains why we are largely positive about plans for yet another reorganisation of local government and what it could mean for Ramsgate Town Council.
Want to know more on the History of Ramsgate Harbour?
Through a gift of a recent speaker we can provide access to a rare academic paper on the construction of Ramsgate Harbour.
Climate Matters: Stand and Deliver – Robbing the Planet to Feed the Rich
Should economic growth be more important than attaining net zero? Phil Shotton argues why green energy should have priority.
Supporting the ‘Ramsgate Space’ attack on our Empty Shops
This recent publicity for Ramsgate Space CIC highlights a new initiative to tackle our blight of empty shops. Something we are keen to support.
Response to Our January Talk on Steam Ship Cervia
Our talk on the Cervia attracted donations and more to the Cervia Steam Tug Preservation Trust. This post includes a link to find out more about the Trust
Climate Matters: Overview of 2024 and Expectations for 2025
Phil Shotton reviews 2024 and his expectations for 2025 that are either good or bad news for the climate. Trying to be optimistic!
Community Champion Award Winners 2024
The 2024 Community Champion Awards were presented byRamsgate’s mayor, Pat Moore on December 18th.
Our Submission to the Latest Minster Marshes Consultation
Another phase of consultation on the Sea Link proposal for the Minster Marshes ended January 12th. You can read the Ramsgate Society submission here.
Our Work Continues on the Ramsgate Sea Front Shelters
Ramsgate’s sea facing shelters are in regular need of redecoration and our Chair, John Walker, reviews the work done in 2024 and the plans we have for the future.
Climate Matters: The Clock is Ticking
Phil Shotton considers the barriers to achieving the the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and argues that time is running out; if we wish our children to inherit a planet in as good health as we did, we must do more. Now.
Civic Voice Annual General Meeting 2024
John Walker reports back from the 2024 Annual General Meeting of Civic Voice – the national organisation for civic societies in England that was founded in 2010 after the demise of the former Civic Trust.
Litter Pick October 27th
Thanks to all for another very successful Chine-to-Chine litter pick
Climate Matters: Turtles and Plastic
A guest item from a local veterinary surgeon on the damage plastic waste does to turtles.
Climate Matters: Is there a technological fix for climate change?
With the recent announcement of £22 billion pounds investment in carbon storage and capture research by the new government, it is pertinent to ask whether technological solutions may allow the planet to avoid the worst ravages of climate change.
Proposed Ramsgate Tall Ships Regatta 2026
An update on discussions with TDC which present a challenge to proposals to bring Tall Ships to Ramsgate Harbour in 2026
Climate Matters: Climate Change and Sustainability
Our post this month recognises that climate change is just one facet, albeit a massive one, of the overall degradation of the planet caused by unrestrained growth.
Last chance to visit our Ramsgate Harbour Exhibition
Act now to come and visit the exhibition – RAMSGATE’S HARBOUR. Last day is October 6th.
Ramsgate Main Sands Water Fountain Installation
On August 14 a new water fountain designed to lessen the use of one trip plastic bottles became operational on our main beach thanks to the actions of a team including the Ramsgate Society.
Heritage Harbour and Heritage Open Days – A Double Celebration
Ramsgate now has a ‘Heritage Harbour’. Learn about the FREE events within Heritage Open Days this September to commemorate this designation plus so much more!
Chairman’s Review from 2024 AGM
A full copy of our Chairman’s Review of the Year from the 2024 AGM is available here