Summer Solstice Beach Meets, Father's Day Deals, Plus Free Pizza
Set your alarms for sunrise....
That’s better! I think we can all agree we needed that sunny weekend.
The town was buzzing, Dickens Festival was in full swing, several new places opened up (hello Boathouse Seafood Shack and The Best of Times Book Shop), and the beaches were at their glorious best.
We can expect more of the same this week, so make the most of it! 🌞
This week it’s mainly about all of the Father’s Day deals Broadstairs has going on, but it’s also Summer Solstice week. It looks set to be a scorcher, so scroll below to see where to meet if you want to see the sunrise for the longest day of the year. I’m banking on a good one.
There’s also paella nights, silent movie afternoons and even speed dating dotted across CT10. As ever, there’s something for absolutely everyone.
Don’t miss out - Kim xx
🌅 Summer Solstice Sunrise Beach Meet Ups
Sat 20 Jun, 4.30am + Sun 21 Jun, 5.30am / Joss Bay OR Sun 21 Jun, 4.30am / NāMAKA
It’s that time of year again when the town comes out to celebrate the longest day of the year (for those brave enough to wake up at 4am, that is). If you’re after a dip, sit and chill, then head to NāMAKA on Stone Bay from 4.30am on Sun morning. They’ll be serving coffee as the sun rises. If paddleboarding’s more your thing, then Joss Bay is where you want to head for an early hours Summer SUP celebration. They’re meeting up at 4.30am on Sat morning and again at 5.30am on Sun. Who’s tempted to do both? Scroll below for details on a sunrise breakfast as well.
💬 Can You Pantoum?
Mon 15 Jun, 6.30pm - 8.30pm / The Old Curiosity Shop
Join this monthly poetry night, taking place on the third Mon of every month. While you’re there you can check out paintings and prints on the walls by Natalia Madrid Art, whose works will be there for the next month.
🎟️ £5 (includes 1 hot drink) / More info
📽 Sunday Silent: A Hoot and a Half with Laurel & Hardy (U)
Sun 21 Jun, 4pm / Palace Cinema
Join this month’s Sunday Silent movie session at The Palace. You can enjoy classic films from the great Stan and Ollie, with a focus on their early years. All alongside some lovely live piano from Lillian Henley!
🎟️ From £4 / Book here
💃 Flamenco Express Dance Show
Sat 20 Jun, 7.30pm / Sarah Thorne Theatre
In the mood for some feisty flamenco dancing? Head to Sarah Thorne to enjoy this 30th anniversary tour as the dancers come through Broadstairs. Tickets still left.
🎟️ From £19 + BF / Book here
🧀 Father’s Day Cheese Box
Little Wave
For Little Wave’s latest cheesebox special, they’re packing it with five speciality cheeses, including some British classics and a rare funky European one, plus a local chutney. They’ll be cutting varying sizes and they should be available from Tue! Drop them a message if you want to reserve one and pick up in store ahead of Sunday.
DM to reserve
🥘 Paella Night
Thu 18 Jun / Botany Bay Hotel
Paella nights are back at the Botany! Join them for an evening of big flavours, good wine & summer vibes. Expect fresh seafood and the perfect spot overlooking Botany Bay. There’s also another Paella Night on 16 July if you can’t make this one. Limited availability, so booking recommended.
Book a table
🥧 Pie Pop Up
Sat 20 + Sun 21 Jun, 10am - 2pm / Bleak House
Head to Bleak House for this weekend-long pop up from Prime Eats to buy hot food and pies to go. Now being held monthly on the third weekend of the month.
More info
☀️ Summer Solstice Breakfast Baps
Sun 21 Jun, from 4.30am / Bayside Cafe
Yet another option if you’re an early riser and are wanting to mark the Summer Solstice this weekend! Bayside Cafe at Dumpton Gap is another great spot for sunrise and a dip, and they’re also opening up in the early hours. They’ll be serving refreshments from 4.30am and breakfast baps from 5am.
More info
🥟 Daddy Of All Afternoon Teas
Sat 20 + Sun 21 Jun / Foliage
Trying to figure out what to do for Father’s Day? These next few listings will sort that out! Treat the special someone in your life to a selection of freshly baked rolls at Foliage – think Scotch eggs, pork pies + sausage rolls, with a fresh baked scone with clotted cream and jam, plus a bucket of nibbles. Pop in or call 07907 500611 to book.
🎟️ £23.95 with unlimited tea or coffee, £26.95 with a pint / More info
🍕 Pints + FREE Pizza
Sat 20 Jun, 12pm - 3pm / Ramsgate Brewery
For a pre-Father’s Day outing, visit Ramsgate Brewery, and treat your Dad (or just yourself) to a pint and some FREE pizza as they launch Pizza Gaddio! Available at the Gadds taproom on Sat afternoon. No booking necessary, just rock up.
More info
🍴 Father’s Day Welly Roast
Sun 21 Jun / Aster Broadstairs
A good opportunity to try vegan restaurant Aster if you’ve not done so yet. Based where Oscar Road Wine Bar used to be (and before that Stark), they’re offering a 2 course Father’s Day Charity Wellington Roast. Get some yummy grub while fundraising for Green Tara Animal Sanctuary. Win, win.
🎟️ 2 Courses £25pp / Book here
🥩 Father’s Day Meal Deal
Sun 21 Jun / Royal Albion Hotel
This one’s bound to keep him happy. Choose from a 12oz Pork Chop, 16oz T-bone Steak, or half Lobster. Their regular Sunday Menu will also be available though if you want some more options.
Book here
🍺 Father’s Day Four-Course Meal
Sun 21 Jun, 12.30pm or 3.30pm / Tartar Frigate
Yep, another meal special! The Frigate are serving up 4-course Sunday lunches this weekend to mark the occasion. Two sittings are available, choose between the early 12.30pm or later 3.30pm options.
Book here
❤️🔥 Speed Dating
Tue 16 Jun, 7pm - 10pm / Riparo Lounge
Looking to meet someone new? Hosted by @MyTypeOnPaperSpeedDating, you’ll meet 10-15 singles for 5-7 minutes each to make quick connections at this evening held at Westwood Cross. At the end of the night, discover your matches and take the next step towards meeting someone special!
🎟️ £16 +BF / Book here
🎸 Harry James
Fri 20 Jun, 9pm - 11pm / Sonder
After some live music this week? You know you can always rely on a good night at Sonder. Taking the mic this Friday is Harry James. Always keep an eye on their line-up as they have music every weekend too.
🎶 Bands on the Sands: Broken Seals
Sun 21 Jun, 3pm / Pavilion
We’re forecast a very sunny weekend this week, so make the most of it with some live music in the Pavilion beer garden. Broken Seals will be on the outdoor stage this Sun. Perfect for an al fresco drink fresh from the beach.
🎶 Funkin’ In The Sun
Sun 21 Jun / White Swan, Reading Street
Enjoy classic hits with a soul, reggae, and funk vocalist to mark your Sunday afternoon in this Reading Street pub. They’re also offering Father’s Day roasts, if you’re after a bite to eat as well. Choose from roast beef or salmon en croute.
🦀 Free Storytime Session
Every Tue, 10am / Kinder Collective
Head to Kinder Collective’s lovely back Book Room for their weekly storytime session. It’s now moved back to their old time of 10am on Tuesday mornings. All ages and caring setups welcome, plus their craft corner is always available and their beautiful shop is always full of goodies no matter the day!
🎟️ Free, drop-in
🖌️ Little Crafty Cove Creative + Messy Play Session
Sat 20 Jun, 11.45am / Portland Centre, St Peter’s Church Hall
Little Crafty Cove’s holding its latest session for children this weekend. Suitable for ages 2–7, it includes sensory play, crafts and messy fun in a friendly and relaxed environment. Limited spaces, so secure your spot.
🎟️ £6.50 per child / Book here
🛹 Scorcha Saturdays
Sat 20 Jun, various slots between 11am - 2pm / Broadstairs Skatepark
We love a Scorcha Saturday! Check their insta for updates, as it’s all weather dependent, but if the sun’s out they’ll likely be holding their well-loved skateboarding lessons for various ages outside below the train station.
🎟️ £9 / Book here
📚 Sunday ‘Father’s Day’ Book Club: ‘The DAD Book’ (For ages 0 - 4)
Sun 21 Jun, 8.30am - 9am / Happy Reading Children’s Bookshop
Got little ones? Head to this special book club for dads to kick off Father’s Day in style. Join Nicci to celebrate ‘The DAD Book’ by Forest Xiao, a wonderful new picture book for children, alongside Father’s Day-themed activities.
🎟️ £5 (includes a hardback copy of the book, usually £9.99) / Book here
💆🏼♀️ Summer Spa Offers
Yarrow Hotel
The Yarrow Hotel has announced some special Summer Spa offers. Whether you’re in need of a relaxing massage, glowing skin, fresh nails or lifted lashes, they’ve got several offers available until 31 August. Check out the spa menu here, then call them on 01843 460100, or email them at the link below to book.
🎟️ From £35 / Book here
🧘♂️ Men’s Healing + Sound Bath Session
Thu 18 Jun, 6.30pm / Smiths Townhouse
Nanda Healing & Wellness’ Men’s Group is a supportive and grounding space to step away from the pressure of everyday life and reconnect with yourself and others. No expectations, no judgement just real conversation, reflection and space to recharge. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed or just need time to reset, this is for you.
🎟️ £30pp / DM to book
🕺 Ballroom + Latin Dance Course
From Thu 18 Jun, various sessions 6pm - 9pm / Hilderstone College
Ready to give ballroom or Latin dancing a go? Join these fun, friendly 5-week classes. There’s various sessions available, depending where you are on your journey. Beginners take place from 8pm, Beginners Plus from 7pm, and Improvers from 6pm. All classes start this Thu 18 June, and run until Thu 16 July.
🎟️ £35 / Book here
Finally, 3 Things To Know…
Another exciting new venue is opening in Broadstairs soon! Umibo Drinks Lab will be opening any day now and is looking incredibly amazing, situated above Finxs with some beautiful views looking over Viking Bay. Expect Japanese-inspired drinks and artisanal gelato. Check out how it’s looking and keep an eye out for updates by following them here.
Independent Broadstairs has announced a brilliant Summer Starts Here event for later this month. On Sat 27 June join them for a day of sunshine, shopping, and celebrating the wonderful independent businesses that make our town so special. Pop the date in your diary and keep an eye on their socials (and around town!) for all the exciting details coming soon.
Neptunes Choir has announced an end of summer festival at the Sarah Thorne Theatre on 4 Sep. The choir will be performing a selection of contemporary dance and disco arrangements, with other performances and DJ sets. Tickets are already available here.
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