Museums · South East England
Folkestone Museum
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Folkestone Museum — museum in Folkestone, England, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Best time of year
- Year-round
- Nearest railway station
- Folkestone Central · 0.9 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Folkestone Museum is a museum in Kent, South-East England. Built or established in 1868, it dates from the Victorian period. The site is within the Kent Downs National Landscape (AONB). It sits within the Folkestone and Hythe parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Folkestone Central, about 0.9 km away. Postcode area CT20.
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Official information
Folkestone Museum showcases the history of Folkestone, tracing its development from a coastal community to a popular seaside resort. Visitors can explore various exhibits, including military history and ancient artifacts, with interactive activities suitable for all ages.
Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Kent Downs
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Folkestone Museum is located in Folkestone, Kent, in South-East England. Established in 1868, this Victorian-era museum showcases local history and heritage. It lies within the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB).
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- Coordinates
- 51.0802, 1.1812
- County
- Kent
- District
- Folkestone and Hythe
- Parish
- Folkestone
- Postcode
- CT20 1DY
- Parliamentary constituency
- Folkestone and Hythe
- Established
- 1868
- Nearest railway station
- Folkestone Central — 0.9 km
- Official site
- folkestonemuseum.co.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q113369713 (CC0)
- commons: Guildhall Street, Folkestone (geograph 3828843).jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Folkestone Museum?
- Folkestone Museum is in Kent, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode CT20 1DY), in the parish of Folkestone.
- What is Folkestone Museum?
- Folkestone Museum — museum in Folkestone, England, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Folkestone Museum?
- The nearest railway station is Folkestone Central, about 0.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode CT20 1DY.
- When was Folkestone Museum built?
- Built or established in 1868.
- Is Folkestone Museum a protected site?
- Yes — Folkestone Museum is part of the Kent Downs National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to Folkestone Museum?
- The nearest railway station is Folkestone Central, about 0.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CT20 1DY.