Deal

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Quaint, quirky and one of the most charming coastal towns in Kent, Deal in White Cliffs Country is steeped in history.  See a fantastic range of maritime exhibits at Deal Museum, the Timeball Tower Museum or explore one of the historic castles in Deal and Walmer. 

Take a leisurely stroll along the pier and look back at a view that has hardly changed in a century.  Discover Deal’s history and explore the maze of narrow streets and alleyways, renowned for smuggling during the 18th century.  

On Walmer seafront is the newly opened Roman Landings Adventure Golf, enjoy interactive fun with water features, rafts and historic themed holes.

Head to Betteshanger Park, located between Deal and Sandwich, where you can hire bikes to explore the park, have a go on the Boonies outdoor adventure course, play battle zone archery and gel blasters, hunt for fossils and much more.  Whilst here visit Kent Mining Museum, telling the story of the Kent Coalfields, and the onsite café The Lamp Room next to the large playground.

There’s a wealth of great places to eat and drink. Sample the culinary delights at Deal Pier Kitchen or try fresh, locally caught fish at one of Deal’s waterfront bistros or cosy eateries tucked away in the town centre. Buy fantastic fresh produce at the Saturday market and speciality food shops in town.

If you love the arts, you'll love Deal! Soak up the vibe of Deal's arts scene as you browse the art galleries and exhibitions.  Enjoy an array of events including Deal’s Festival of Music & the Arts, a popular two-week festival in the summer showcasing everything from street music to opera, comedy, film and theatre at The Astor Theatre and free concerts every Sunday until the end of September at Deal Memorial Bandstand.

You’ve plenty of choice when it comes to accommodation in Deal from The Rose, a chic boutique-style hotel full of artistic charm in the town centre to the refurbished 18th century Clarendon Hotel on Deal’s seafront with views over the English Channel.