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A view of the beach huts at the newly-opened Changing Tides Coastal Centre underneath blue skies.

18 Aug 2026

Strong start for Changing Places Coastal Centre

There has been a real energy around the Changing Tides Coastal Centre in Greatstone since its opening earlier this year.

An aerial photograph showing work progressing at the former bus station at Bouverie Square.

7 Aug 2026

Plans for new town centre play zone

A brand-new play zone in Folkestone town centre is to be discussed by planning and licensing committee members next week.

A photograph of the damage caused to the breakwater in Folkestone by Storm Goretti in January 2026.

6 Aug 2026

Breakwater repair work agreed by council

A breakwater damaged by Storm Goretti is to be repaired.

A CGI image of how Middelburg Square in Folkestone will look as part of the Folkestone - A Brighter Future project.

13 May 2025

Folkestone - A Brighter Future updates

Find out the latest about the project shaping Folkestone town centre into a safer, greener and more welcoming place to spend time.

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