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16/06/2026

Last week, at a glittering ceremony in London, young people from Ramsgate-based charity were crowned winners of the prestigious Sheila McKechnie Foundation (SMK) National Young Campaigner Award.

Selected from hundreds of UK entries, the Thanet group was the only collective community campaign in their category, beating powerful individual national advocates to win.

This award recognises the group’s tireless campaign to stop Kent County Council from selling Ramsgate Youth Centre at public auction, and was presented by writer, comedian and broadcaster Viv Groskop. The ceremony was streamed live to viewers across the UK, with The Observer acting as the official media partner.

By securing funding via the Ramsgate Pride in Place programme, Pie Factory Music has been able to take full ownership of the site, safeguarding it for future generations.

Zoë Carassik, CEO of Pie Factory Music says:
“To win this award after such a tough 16 months is absolutely incredible. It’s testament to the power of young people’s voices and their collective will to prevent important spaces like ours from being closed. We couldn’t have done this without our community getting behind the campaign every step of the way – thank you.”

Celebrate the Thanet young people’s win by sharing their story on social media and send them a message via Pie’s Instagram Pie Factory Music.

12/06/2026

Football is a game of two sides. Of division and opposition. UNITED attempts to do the opposite.

Players become a single form. Moving balls combine with their earlier echoes. Colours merge together, freezing moments of action that would otherwise disappear.

Using collage, sculpture, and animation, the exhibition draws together fragments of football imagery to create something collective rather than competitive, connected rather than divided.

UNITED opens at Where Else, Margate on Wednesday 17th June.

Free entry.

https://whereelse.live/events/united-an-exhibition-by-henry-collins-079076

https://henrycollins.neocities.org/

08/06/2026

A huge congratulations to on the opening of her gorgeous new shop and studio on York Street.

Minnie who creates stylish and fresh interior objects and ceramics, draws inspiration from many sources: British seaside landscapes, the history of London, Greek mythology, Italian kitsch decoration, East end markets and British vegetable growing.

As well as now being sold from her shop here in Ramsgate, Minnie-Mae’s pieces can also be found in London’s where she was recently invited along to a ‘meet the maker day’ to chat with many people about her ceramics.

The shop is currently open Saturday 10-4pm and Sunday 10-2pm, and will begin hosting events, workshops and pop-up exhibitions as summer comes rolling in.

Minnie-Mae is featured in our summer 2026 issue, so head over to the link in our bio or pick up a copy and turn to our Meet the Makers feature on page 23 to find out more!

Or head to 22 York Street, Ramsgate, CT11 9DS to see her work in person.

minniemae.co.uk

03/06/2026

On Saturday 27th June, at Chapel House Estate in Minster, Thanet, Evie Dove will be celebrated at a special afternoon tea. Evie grew up in Worth, Kent. She was 13 when she died from a brain tumour and known for being bright, funny, and living life with a sparkle in her heart.

100% of profits from the event will go to the The Evie Dove Foundation which has now funded specialist training for over 270 NHS paediatric healthcare professionals.

The menu, designed by Head Chef Stephen George, includes the Dove Jammy Dodger, a bespoke biscuit made in Evie’s honour. There’ll be live music from Amanda Jane Saxophonist and the Evie Dove Sparkle cocktail available to order too.

Find out more at theeviedovefoundation.org or

Book via: chapelhouseestate.co.uk/event/evie-dove-foundation-afternoon-tea/

29/05/2026

This summer, Red House Pool Venue introduces Balearic inspired out of the ordinary experiences to Kent! ☀️

An elevated blend of poolside music, immersive wellness and carefully curated Ibiza energy set against the backdrop of the Kent Downs.

Headlining the season on June 20th is internationally celebrated wellness music artist Mose Musica, bringing his deeply atmospheric organic house sound and transformational live experience to Kent for a powerful Flow and Feat day gathering. Expect hypnotic rhythms, immersive sound journeys and soul-stirring energy designed to connect music, movement and wellbeing in one unforgettable setting.

Joining the Ibiza Pool Party on 11th July is acclaimed Ibiza party brand La Fiesta. Renowned across the White Isle for its exclusive beach club events, stylish sunset sessions and elevated Balearic atmosphere, La Fiesta brings its signature blend of sophisticated poolside energy, uplifting house music and effortless Ibiza glamour to Kent for one unforgettable summer celebration, alongside TV personality and dance music favourite Denise Van Outen.

Taking place on 29th August, Red House Venue will host a special Picnic by the Pool with James Haskell, where guests can enjoy a relaxed poolside picnic, mingle with James and take part in an exclusive live Q&A with the rugby legend, broadcaster, entrepreneur and podcast host.

Summer experiences continue with floating pool sound baths and kids yoga sessions, creating a unique celebration of music, wellbeing and connection for all ages.

Get tickets here: https://www.redhousevenue.co.uk/summer-events-new-2026

21/05/2026

Happening in Ramsgate today from noon-2pm, a celebration of our town’s cultural diversity has been organised by mayor , with a fiesta of food and music.

As part of the UN World Day for Cultural Diversity on Thursday, 21 May, Ramsgate will be bringing Harbour Street to life with a vibrant showcase of global culture.

Reflecting the rich mix of people who live and work here, the street will be filled with international food and music. This UN-recognised day is all about connection, understanding and community, and there is no better place to experience that than right here.

Harbour Street Traders invite you to join us celebrate World Day for Cultural Diversity. Restaurants and bars will offer free tasters and we will have a mix of international music for you to enjoy. For more information contact Raushan Ara at the Ramsgate Tandoori.

20/05/2026

, the photographer behind the iconic ‘Man and Baby’ Athena poster is celebrating the 40th anniversary since it was taken by exhibiting a range of his works at Westminster Bank Building on Ramsgate’s High Street.

THE ATHENA 1980s COLLECTION & OTHER WORKS includes a reissue of 25 classic posters from the original collection which is in collaboration with AthenaArt, and 25 unpublished images from the same era, which have never been exhibited before until now.

‘Man & Baby,’ officially entitled ‘L’Enfant’ was Athena’s most reproduced image. It was one of many iconic and instantly recognisable photographs that emerged from the brilliant creative partnership of photographer Spencer Rowell and art director Paul Rodriguez.

The exhibition is open from Wednesday to Sunday 13–31 May, and there is a Private View on Thursday 21 May. Please follow or contact for opening times.

Westminster Bank Building, 53 High Street, Ramsgate, Kent, CT11 8AU

Entry is free, and a percentage of all gallery sales will be donated to .

16/05/2026

This Sunday, make sure you head to for their May Fayre.

From 11.30am - 6.30pm there will be live music, a family funfair, train rides, a dog show, classic cars, food stalls, second hand books, a licensed bar, 100+ craft and gift stalls and more.

And to make it even more unmissable, entry is FREE!

We can’t wait. See you there!

15/05/2026

Immersive sound baths, choral soundscapes and meditative live performances are coming to some of Kent’s most historic locations this May as This Place Meant (from Sound Emergence ) continues its sound pilgrimage across the county.

Designed as reflective, sensory experiences that connect music, voice, landscape and heritage, the events invite audiences to slow down, listen deeply and experience familiar places in entirely new ways.

🎵 Destination #9: Rochester Cathedral
📍 Rochester Cathedral
🗓️ Wednesday 27 May
⏳ 1pm–1.30pm artist workshop
⏳ 2pm–3pm immersive sound performance

For its first-ever cathedral stop, the project brings together an extraordinary lineup including ILĀ, Alice Phelps and singers from London Contemporary Voices.

Blending human voice, experimental composition, resonance and atmosphere inside one of England’s oldest cathedrals, the performance promises a deeply moving sonic experience within the vast Norman architecture of Rochester’s historic landmark.

🎟️ Pay-what-you-can tickets available here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/this-place-meant-destination-9-rochester-cathedral-tickets-1985818089362

🌊 Destination #10: Reculver Towers & Roman Fort
📍 Reculver Towers and Roman Fort
🗓️ Saturday 30 May
⏳ 4.30pm arrival and reflection
⏳ 5pm–6pm outdoor sound bath and live performance

Set among the ancient coastal ruins at Reculver, this open-air gathering combines layered vocals, double bass, percussion and ambient sound in a meditative performance shaped by the sea, wind and landscape around it.

Guests are encouraged to sit, wander, lie down and fully immerse themselves in the experience.

🎟️ Pay-what-you-can tickets available here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/this-place-meant-destination-10-reculver-towers-herne-bay-tickets-1987608938841

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