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The Great Britain Guide

Open-air theatres Β· South East England

Pleasure Gardens Theatre

In or near Sandgate.

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Pleasure Gardens Theatre β€” a open-air theatre in england south east.

Temporary closure of Sandgate Road - geograph.org.uk - 4540194

John Baker β€” CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
Folkestone Central Β· 0.7 km

About

Pleasure Gardens Theatre is a open-air theatre located in england south east. A British open-air theatre presenting summer-season productions in a garden, park, ruin or natural amphitheatre setting. historic theatre in Folkestone

Photo gallery

See it from the streetimagery from 2025

Imagery Β© Mapillary contributors, CC BY-SA 4.0

Protected designations

  • Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Kent Downs

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Pleasure Gardens Theatre is an open-air theatre located in South-East England. This venue offers a unique experience with performances set against a natural backdrop. Visitors can expect a range of theatrical productions during the warmer months, utilising the outdoor setting to enhance the atmosphere. The theatre is a notable cultural spot in the region, contributing to the local arts scene.

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Coordinates
51.0770, 1.1700
County
Kent
Parish
Folkestone
Postcode
CT20 2RR
Parliamentary constituency
Folkestone and Hythe
Nearest railway station
Folkestone Central β€” 0.7 km

Sources

Other places nearby

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Other People's Photographs Augusta Gardens

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Public art & sculpture Β· South East England

Other People's Photographs Clifton Gardens

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Public art & sculpture Β· South East England

Other People's Photographs Clifton Road

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10 to 12 β€” a hotel in england south east.

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Folk Stones

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Where to eat & stay near Pleasure Gardens Theatre

Places to stay

Looking west-southwest across Castle Hill Avenue - geograph.org.uk - 4838966πŸ“· 7

Hotels Β· South East England

10 to 12

10 to 12 β€” a hotel in england south east.

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Hotels Β· South East England

Best Western Plus Burlington Hotel

Best Western Plus Burlington Hotel β€” a hotel in england south east. Brand: Best Western Plus.

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Grand Burstin Hotel

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Hostels Β· South East England

Cherry Garden B&B

Cherry Garden B&B β€” a hostel in england south east.

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Little Switzerland

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Folkstone Camping and Caravan Club Site

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The Samuel Peto

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The Martello Public House

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The White Hart Inn

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Dukes Head Inn

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The Five Bells

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β†— fivebellsbrabourne.co.uk
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The Swingate Inn, Namaste Curry House

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Pleasure Gardens Theatre?
Pleasure Gardens Theatre is in Kent, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode CT20 2RR), in the parish of Folkestone.
What is Pleasure Gardens Theatre?
Pleasure Gardens Theatre β€” a open-air theatre in england south east.
How do I get to Pleasure Gardens Theatre?
The nearest railway station is Folkestone Central, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode CT20 2RR.
Is Pleasure Gardens Theatre a protected site?
Yes β€” Pleasure Gardens Theatre is part of the Kent Downs National Landscape (AONB).
How do I get to Pleasure Gardens Theatre?
The nearest railway station is Folkestone Central, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CT20 2RR.