Heritage Open Days is the country’s largest heritage festival with around 5,000 events, over 40,000 volunteers and more than three million visitors taking part. Celebrating local history, architecture and culture, the ten-day event offers everyone the chance to see hidden places and experience something new, all of which are completely free to explore, though donations are very welcome.

Our local Thanet guide is put together by Sue Gyde of The Ramsgate Society, with support from Thanet District Council.  It showcases an exciting programme of free events, celebrating our fantastic local history, architecture and culture. across Margate, Broadstairs, Ramsgate and the surrounding villages.

Copies can be picked up in Tourist Offices and other businesses across the town or you can see an online copy on this website. Simply go to the Archive section and click on ‘Brochures’