This month, Active Ramsgate Week returns to give visitors and residents alike a chance to try out the amazing range of outdoor activities the coastal town has to offer.
Every day from Sunday 26 May to Sunday 2 June, the initiative is offering free places via prize draw across its schedule of activities throughout the half-term holiday – from walking, cycling, water-sporting, exploring and many more.
Whether you’re a walker, two-wheeler or a wave-maker, there’s something for everyone.
What’s on and when
SUNDAY 26 MAY – WATERSPORTS
SEA KAYAKING & SEALS TOUR
Join a 3-hour tour of our local bay, riding the waves, learning about wildlife protection and safely spotting seals.
Western Undercliff, 12:30pm – 3:30pm
KITESURFING & WING HANDLING TASTERS
Get going with this hands-on, beach-based intro to handling kites and wings.
Kite Pirates & Tide Watersports
Main Sands, 12.30pm – 3.30pm
MONDAY 27 MAY – CYCLING
PIER-TO-PIER CYCLE RIDE – 8 BIKE HIRES AVAILABLE
Take on our Pier-to-Pier cycle ride from Ramsgate to Deal with 8 free bike hires up for grabs.
Military Rd arches, from 9:00am
THANET COAST CYCLING TOUR
Take a guided tour of the coast, starting from our iconic lighthouse. Bring your own bike or free hire included.
Military Rd arches (by Harbour Bikes), 11:00am – 3:00pm
TUESDAY 28 MAY – EXPLORING
BAYS & BEACHES BOAT TOUR
Explore the history and geography of our coast by boat – from Pegwell Bay to Dumpton Gap.
Royal Harbour, 10:00am – 11:00am
PEGWELL BAY NATURE WALK
Discover the flora and fauna of our nature reserve – from majestic birds to beautiful butterflies.
Boating Pool, 10:00am – 4:30pm
SEASHORE SAFARI
Explore our rock pools for their fascinating marine wildlife – perfect for kids from 4–11 years old (with accompanying adult).
Western Undercliff, 11:00am – 1:00pm
WEDNESDAY 29 MAY – WALKING
RAMSGATE WALKING TOUR
Join this story-led stroll through historic streets, past beautiful architecture and stunning coastline.
Maritime Museum, 10:00am – 11:15am, 2:00pm – 3:15pm
LEARN NORDIC WALKING
Learn Nordic Walking – a technique using poles for more of a workout – along our Sea It All walk to Broadstairs and back.
Maritime Museum, 3:30pm – 7:30pm
THURSDAY 30 MAY – WELLBEING
BEACH YOGA
A welcoming 60 minute session with local yoga instructor, Charlotte Ellis.
Main Sands, 10:00am – 11:00am, 3:00pm – 4:00pm
MASSAGES
Rejuvenate and recover with a one hour massage in the heart of Ramsgate.
Turner Street, 12:30pm – 3:30pm
FRIDAY 31 MAY – CHILDREN & FAMILY
KIDS BEACH YOGA
A fun 60 minute session with local yoga instructor, Charlotte Ellis. Kids and parents welcome.
Main Sands, 10:00am – 11:00am, 3:00pm – 4:00pm
BEACH SCAVENGER HUNT
Look for clues of marine life along the shore – perfect for kids from 4–11 years old (with accompanying adult).
Main Sands, 11:00am – 1:00pm
SATURDAY 1 JUNE – ACTIVE RAMSGATE CHALLENGE
ACTIVE RAMSGATE CHALLENGE
Ready to test your physical fitness and mental agility to become the Active Ramsgate Challenge champion?
Government Acre, 10:00am – 11:00am, 11:30am – 12:30pm
SUNDAY 2 JUNE – WIND-DOWN
SOUND SYSTEM RICKSHAW RIDES
Phew! Time to wind-down with a ride around the harbour and some tunes to boot.
Royal Harbour (outside Wetherspoons), 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Take part for free
Those who want the chance to take part in any of the activities for free should email: [email protected] and include: full name, mobile number and activity they wish to join
All entries must be emailed by 5pm on Wednesday 22 May.
Spaces are limited, so winners will be randomly selected and notified with details by Active Ramsgate ahead of their activity.
By taking part, entrants will also be signed up to the Active Ramsgate newsletter.
You can follow @VisitRamsgate on Facebook and Instagram for more details on specific events as they are advertised, plus see all the events advertised so far on the Facebook event page.
Active Ramsgate is an initiative of Ramsgate Town Council. For over 10 years, it has helped to promote the great outdoors to visitors and locals.
