Dig into history this summer as we join in with the annual Festival of Archaeology with family activities, expert talks and fascinating local discoveries.
Excavate in our big dig pit, follow our archaeology passport trail through the museum, test their knowledge with our 'archaeology or palaeontology?' quiz, and get creative with pottery drawing. Every activity completed earns a sticker – it's archaeology made fun.
From hands-on excavation to talks from leading archaeologists, there's something for curious minds of every age. Whether you're bringing the grandchildren for a summer holiday adventure or you're passionate about the archaeology of Thanet and Kent, join us to uncover the remarkable history of our local landscape.
| Season (18 July 2026 - 2 Aug 2026) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Sunday | 11:00 | - 16:00 |
Quex House and Gardens, home of the Powell‑Cotton Museum in Birchington, Kent, is a…
A long stretch of sand coupled with ample free parking and children’s outdoor play area…
The Memorial Museum permanently houses splendid examples of two iconic British fighter…
This is a great family beach with a sandy bay with a small section of sand at high tide.
This timeless beach with tidal pool, children’s rides and amusement arcades offer…
Turner Contemporary is a visual arts organisation, based in Margate that celebrates JMW…
The Shell Grotto is one of the world's most mysterious places: a series of underground…
This is an ideal bay for exploring, with a large stretch of sea cliffs and is an area of…
Walpole Bay is ideal for investigating fascinating rock and tidal pools.
Located on the South-East tip of England, the historic town of Ramsgate has the only…
Reculver's shingle beach is a haven for those looking for a peaceful hideaway in the…
The Crampton Tower Museum is a fascinating small museum is partly housed in a flint tower…
The ruins of a Roman fort and the landing place of the invasion of AD43. Fortified in the…
North Foreland Golf Club offers seaside golf at its best: with views of the sea from…
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