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!
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Featured News
Update on the National Grid Sealink Proposal
What is happening in the National Grid Sealink Plan and its likely effect on Pegwell Bay and Minster Marshes? We explain the process and where to find out.
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The Sea Link Proposal and the Pegwell Bay Derelict Hoverport
Phil Shotton shares his submission opposing the inclusion of the old Hoverport site as part of the Sea Link development
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News and Projects
Mayors Speech East Court 23rd Sept 2023
Speech from the Mayor of Ramsgate, Patricia Moore, upon the occasion of the unveiling of the Blue Plaque for Dame Janet...
Building of the Year 2023 Awards
Click to read a report of the award ceremony and a list of all winners.
Heritage Open Days 2023
The 2023 Thanet Open Days start on 8th September. Click to read more and to see how to download the brochure of free events.
Tall Ships Presentation by Stephen Byrne
This presentation took place at: ROYAL TEMPLE YACHT CLUB 21 JULY 2023 Tall Ships Presentation Slides »
Chairman’s Report from our 2023 Annual General Meeting
Ramsgate Society Chairman’s Report AGM 6th July 2023 I am pleased to report that the Society has been very active since our...
Could You Join the Ramsgate Heritage & Design Forum?
The RH&DF is a panel of experts with a shared interest in the built environment of Ramsgate. If you have the skills to join us please read on..
Manston Airport Second Judicial Review
John Walker reports from the further judicial review that took place in Court 2 at the Royal Courts of Justice over the 5th and 6th of July.
A Callout for Technical Help
Our events are frequently over-subscribed. Could you, or someone you know help us explore making videos or offering live video links?
Renovating Shelters: When and where?
Renovation of the Ramsgate Shelters proceeds apace. We need volunteer workers and this post will tell you how to stay in contact and know when and where we are working – always weather permitting!
Manston: Second Judicial Review July 5th & 6th
The second Judicial Review is now set. We review the background and the call for donations towards legal fees.
Ramsgate Matters Spring 2023 out soon
All Ramsgate Society members should receive the next edition of our Ramsgate Matters bi-annual magazine over the next month. Click for more information about content.
New Developments on the Clock House and Pier Yard Revival
Four new items to report on the way forward at the Clock House
News about The Clock House and Pier Yard January 2023
We continue to report on plans to renovate the Clock House and re-purpose Pier Yard and there are positive signs of movement forward for 2023.
Environment and Climate Change: What Can We Do?
Ramsgate Town Council recently formed a Climate Change Task Group. Click to see some simple energy saving measures.
Send Nominations Now for 2023 Design Awards
Nomination for our 2023 Design Awards are due by April 14th. Read more to see categories, judging criteria and link to the nomination form.
New Membership Drive Starts Now!
There is never a better time to join the Society with 15 months of membership for the ‘annual’ fee
Ramsgate Society Civic Awards for 2022
On November 12th at The Falstaff Hotel we presented this year’s Ramsgate Society’s Civic Champion Awards to The Ramsgate Town Technician Team in the community category and The Discovery Planet CIC in the education category.
The Goodwin Sands saved from dredging
A year ago we hosted a talk led by Joanna Thomson of the Goodwin Sands Preservation Trust which
included the threat from marine aggregate extraction to the Sands. Now that threat has passed!
More on Manston
For those of you following this important and long running saga, we provide an update as at 3rd November.
East Cliff Shelters: Work Has Started
Professional work has started on the East Cliff but we will soon be asking for volunteers too.