COACH HOLIDAYS TO FOLKESTONE

A marvellous selection of escorted holidays and tours to Folkestone by coach

Book a coach holiday to Folkestone, a charming beach town on the English Channel's edge that is shielded by the South Downs. Located on the coast of Kent, England’s oldest county is often referred to as 'The Garden of England’ holidays here offer a charming blend of seaside beauty and cultural richness.

In addition to offering breathtaking views from its green mile-long promenade, fantastic beaches and rugged white cliffs, the Leas also features a lovely harbour bustling with pleasure boats and fishing boats.

With its sandy beaches, quirky shops, and coastal trails, Folkestone provides a delightful and refreshing getaway for all ages, ensuring a memorable experience on the English Channel.

All coach holidays to Folkestone include full coach travel, hand-picked half-board accommodations, and all excursion entrances, and admission fees as indicated on the itineraries, all Grand UK coach holidays are escorted by a friendly Tour Manager for your total peace of mind.

Highlights

Folkestone Sands
Folkestone Old Town
Folkestone Harbour
Memorial Arch
Battle of Britain Museum
Folkestone Leas Lift

& many more

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What's Included:

Coach travel with reserved seating
Tour Manager escorted
Four nights dinner, bed and breakfast plus Christmas lunch at the Grand Burstin Hotel
Festive entertainment
Visit to the Christmas pantomime
Excursion to Canterbury

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What's included on your holiday!

What's Included:

Coach travel with reserved seating
Tour Manager escorted
Four nights dinner, bed and breakfast accommodation
2-4-1 bar from 6-9pm (conditions apply)
Excursion to Canterbury & Whitstable
Visit to Hastings
Time in Deal

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What's included on your holiday!

What's Included:

Coach travel with reserved seating
Tour Manager escorted
Half board accommodation
Visit to Canterbury & Whitstable
Excursion to Rye & Hastings
A trip to Deal

Need Help Booking Your Coach Holiday?

Call our friendly holiday advisors and they will be happy to guide you through the online booking process

01603 88 67 67

Folkestone Things to Do

Folkestone Old Town

Discover the charming, eccentric stores, galleries, cafes, and restaurants lining the winding, hilly, tiny cobblestone streets of the ancient high street, all encircled by stunning architecture spanning centuries

Folkestone Harbour Arm

A beautiful strolling area with breathtaking views, the Folkestone Harbour Arm offers plenty of places to eat or have a picnic, as well as a terrific seaside vibe. At low tide, keep an eye out for the Gormley monument beneath the harbour.

Folkestone Sands

This beach, also called Sunny Sands, is close to the harbour and the amenities, providing a sandy area with lots of covered spots. The sculpture known as the "Folkestone Mermaid" stands to one side, peering over the exposed dunes during low tide.

Memorial Arch

The Step Short Centenary Arch is a beautiful monument and appropriate remembrance of the hundreds of thousands of World War One "Tommy Atkins" who were drafted, or, in later years, recruited to fight in the trenches in Northern France and Belgium. It also provides a nice, well-maintained promenade with several levels along the waterfront.

Leas Promenade and Lift

In Folkestone, Kent, there was a funicular train known as the Folkestone Leas Lift, which is listed as Grade II. It transported passengers from the promenade to the waterfront. It was first put in place in 1885. By 2025, the Folkestone Leas Lift Company Charity hopes to have the lift restored and operational again.

Folkestone Museum

This museum, located in the centre of Folkestone, features collections from Master (art), Ancient periods, Frontline (war), Maritime (sea), Nature, and Fashion, taking you on a journey through the town's evolution from a coastal community to an elegant seaside resort.

Excursions from Folkestone

Deal

Surrounded by lively cafes and taverns, this little gem of a town has a picturesque seashore and sweeping pier.

It is not just a beach resort but is home to two significant castles: Deal Castle was one of Henry VIII's three fortifications he built along this coastal area.

There is an original pair of Wellington boots on display at Walmer Castle, which served as the Duke of Wellington's previous headquarters.

Rye

One of the best-preserved medieval towns in England is Rye. You will be mesmerised by a town where time stands still, with names like Wish Street, Watchbell Lane, and Mermaid Street.

The twisted half-timbered homes line a tangle of cobbled roads, resembling something from an old-time movie. A castle holds a unique smuggler's lamp and a mediaeval herb garden.

Head to the castle's towers for views of the town and the Rother Estuary. If that isn't enough, you may browse independent stores, historic inns, and seaside walks.

Whitsable

Situated in a sheltered area at the head of the Swale, Whitstable is a tranquil resort that provides delicious seafood and beautiful walks along the shore.

Whitstable is the jewel of the Kent coast, well-known for its internationally acclaimed oysters, vibrant harbour market, and booming art scene.

Canterbury

A UNESCO World Heritage Site rich in history, Canterbury is surrounded by a mediaeval city wall and is dominated by its magnificent cathedral. It also features charming parks, gardens, and historic buildings virtually wherever you look.

Hastings

Set amidst sea-facing hills and dominated by William the Conqueror's castle, Hastings is home to Victorian architecture, black-tarred fishing huts with a pebbled shoreline, and is most famous for being the setting of the hit television detective series Foyle's War.

Battle of Britain Memorial

Housed in a former armoury, the Kent Battle of Britain Museum includes an art gallery, the Luftwaffe Room, the RAF Room, and the Aircraft Armaments Room.

A short video featuring interviews with fighter pilots about their memories of the Battle of Britain and a very educational display detailing the events that transpired is the memorial's main attraction. Static displays of a Spitfire and a Hurricane are also present.

Perched atop the well-known white cliffs, this National Memorial to the Few enjoys a spectacular view of France across the Channel.

WHAT'S INCLUDED ON A GRAND UK HOLIDAY?

There is so much included all year round on an a Grand UK holiday!

If you choose to travel by coach, you will find a range of exciting excursions, seat reservations, as well as return travel from a convenient local pick up point across the UK, and we never charge on any route.

PLUS!

We also aim to offer the best value for our customers, which is why we include admission fees, tickets, guided tours, and complimentary passes that other holiday companies charge extra for, Giving you even more value for money!

NO SINGLE ROOM SUPPLEMENTS*
FREE LOCAL PICK UP POINTS
FULLY BONDED ABTA MEMBERS
ACCREDITED AND AWARD WINNING
SERVICES OF A TOUR MANAGER
HALF BOARD ACCOMMODATION
SIGHTSEEING EXCURSIONS ALWAYS INCLUDED

*on Mainland UK coach holidays

COACH HOLIDAYS TO FOLKESTONE

A marvellous selection of escorted holidays and tours to Folkestone by coach

Highlights

Christmas in Folkestone

Folkestone Superdeal

Folkestone Superdeal

Folkestone Superdeal

Folkestone Superdeal

What's Included:

Folkestone and Kentish Coastlines

Folkestone and Kentish Coastlines

Folkestone and Kentish Coastlines

Folkestone and Kentish Coastlines

Folkestone and Kentish Coastlines

Folkestone and Kentish Coastlines

What's Included:

Need Help Booking Your Coach Holiday?

Call our friendly holiday advisors and they will be happy to guide you through the online booking process

01603 88 67 67

Folkestone Things to Do

Excursions from Folkestone

WHAT'S INCLUDED ON A GRAND UK HOLIDAY?

There is so much included all year round on an a Grand UK holiday!

PLUS!