The pretty UK seaside town just 16 miles from a major city perfect for a winter break
As the evenings become shorter and the colder season draws in all is not lost with a visit to this pretty UK seaside town being just the tonic for a winter getaway.
Convenience was the main factor for many Brits opting to holiday in the UK rather than abroad, according to Consumer Intelligence.
Around 44 percent of Brits would choose a UK seaside holiday as there are no long-haul flights to endure, with no jet lag and a shorter travel time to ensure the holiday getaway starts sooner.
One such seaside town has seen its popularity boosted over the years as its once-declining aura is today among one of the most vibrant seaside resorts.
Margate is a seaside town in the Thanet District of Kentand has been a significant maritime port since the Middle Ages.
It has seen a renewal of late, adding to its charm and thriving atmosphere.
The town is a firm favourite among holidaying Brits with brightly coloured beach sheds and the smell of fish and chips lingering in the air.
Margate has been fondly referred to as Shoreditch-on-Sea with the seaside town being inundated by East London hipsters who have given up a life in the big smoke for a more calmer existence in this quiet seaside town.
Deal in Kent is only 16 miles away from Margate with a train journey from London only taking 1h and 46 minutes from London St Pancras on a Southeastern service.
The region has undergone several changes in recent years to cater to this new influx of hipsters, with an abundance of quirky vintage and antique shops including a fair share of funky bars and a thriving art scene to boot.
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In fact, Margate is now being referred to as a bustling hub of artistic innovation, creativity, and expression.
One such artistic innovation can be found at the internationally renowned Turner Contemporary which displays historical and contemporary art with a host of events and exhibitions.
Turner Contemporary can be found on Margate’s seafront and was designed by award-winning architect Sir David Chipperfield with its building being an impressive structure offering stunning views over Margate Sands.
Margate is ideal for retro rummaging with boutique hidden gems and nostalgia-inducing goodies everywhere you look.
Being a seaside town, you can be sure of fresh crab, oysters, octopus, mussels, and clams are in abundance.
Michelin-star restaurants serving up the most mouthwatering fish are also on offer, including all the delights for those with a sweet tooth including ice creams, milkshakes, and sorbets.
Visiting the whacky Shell Grotto is a must-do activity when in Margate, featuring 4.5 million shells on this Grade 1-listed subterranean passageway.
Other activities highly recommended in Margate include the Walpole Bay tidal pool, Scott’s Furniture Mart, Empire of Light walking tour, and Margate Caves amongst many others making this seaside town a notable addition to your UK getaway list.
