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Known for
The Royal Harbour (the only Royal Harbour in Britain, granted by George IV), the Ramsgate Tunnels (wartime tunnels used as air raid shelters), Van Gogh's connection, and a Kent port town of unexpected depth and character
A little history
Ramsgate is the only harbour in Britain with the designation 'Royal'. Van Gogh lived in Ramsgate in 1876. The Ramsgate Tunnels — an extraordinary network of wartime tunnels — sheltered 60,000 people during WWII. The town has developed a strong arts and independent food scene.
The Ramsgate Tunnels tour is genuinely fascinating. The Royal Harbour for the maritime heritage. The Van Gogh connection is celebrated. The Westcliff area for excellent independent food.
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Ramsgate has an excellent independent food scene. The harbour area and Westcliff have outstanding restaurants and cafes. Local Kent seafood throughout.
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Ramsgate is a place in Kent known for the Royal Harbour (the only Royal Harbour in Britain, granted by George IV), the Ramsgate Tunnels (wartime tunnels used as air raid shelters), Van Gogh's connection, and a Kent port town of unexpected depth and character. Ramsgate is the only harbour in Britain with the designation 'Royal'. The population is around 42,000.
Ramsgate has an excellent independent food scene. The harbour area and Westcliff have outstanding restaurants and cafes. Local Kent seafood throughout.
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