Living in Ramsgate

About Ramsgate

With its iconic Royal Harbour, a growing food and arts scene and excellent links to London, the town is becoming an increasingly popular choice for those seeking a scenic yet well-connected place to call home.

Fact file

• Location - East Kent, between Broadstairs and Cliffsend 
• Things to do - Royal Harbour, Ramsgate Lighthouse, This Museum Is (Not) Obsolete, Ramsgate tunnels
• Lifestyle - Modern, convenient, historic, strong sense of community
• Surrounding towns - St Lawrence, Pegwell, Newington, Haine, Northwood
   

Architecture and property

Ramsgate’s property scene is full of character and variety, with plenty of properties available for sale or rent. Near the seafront, especially along Paragon, Nelson Crescent and Albert Road, you’ll find homes that reflect the town’s 19th-century heritage. Around the harbour, the area is known for its collection of fisherman’s cottages, adding to its coastal charm. Closer to the town centre, areas like Queen Street, Grange Road and Spencer Square feature Georgian townhouses, offering easy access to local amenities. Further inland, roads such as Monkton Road and Kings Avenue offer more modern semi-detached and detached homes, often with ample garden spaces.

Going out

Over recent years, Ramsgate has become a popular destination, with local favourites like The Hovelling Boat Inn and Belle Vue Tavern, which offers stunning sea views from its terrace, known as the “Balcony of Kent.” The town centre and harbour are dotted with independent restaurants, wine bars and cocktail lounges, offering something for everyone. Ramsgate Music Hall hosts regular gigs and events, as well as live theatre at the Granville Theatre. Local events throughout the year, like the Festival of Sound, add to the town’s strong sense of community.

Local amenities 

The town centre offers a mix of independent shops, boutiques and essential services, while nearby Westwood Cross Shopping Centre provides access to over 50 major retailers. For groceries, the area is well-served with supermarkets like Waitrose, Sainsbury's and Tesco. Several GP surgeries, dentists and pharmacies are located throughout the town and there’s a good choice of gyms, Pilates studios and yoga centres, including the popular Union Yoga + Cafe.

Green spaces

Being on the coast is a significant appeal, with the clifftop walk from Ramsgate to Broadstairs offering stunning views of the English Channel. Ramsgate’s green open spaces include well-preserved gardens such as Ellington Park, a beautifully restored Victorian park with landscaped grounds, a cafe and a playground, ideal for families and dog walkers. King George VI Memorial Park offers peaceful woodland paths and stunning sea views, making it an ideal spot for those seeking a quieter, more scenic location.