Folkestone Hotels

Folkestone Attractions

• Coastal Park
• Macfarlane's World of Butterflies
• Kent Battle of Britain Museum

Folkestone Activities

• Ride the Cliff Lift
• Visit the Creative Quarter
• Enjoy the nearby Port Lympne Zoo

Folkestone Climate

The town of Folkestone and the Kent area tend to be much warmer than most parts of Britain. The temperatures, however, are still pretty mild compared to most places and the seasons do not experience much change. The average annual temperature for the area is around 14°C. Rainfall is consistent, and annual totals measure in at 728 mm.

Getting There & Around

Visitors to Folkestone, like many towns and cities close to London, will see there are a variety of airports from which to choose. Heathrow, Gatwick and Kent airports all serve flights both international and domestic. By long-distance coach or rail, visitors can travel from London or France to Kent to reach the town.

After arriving, visitors will find road, rail and coach available for getting about the area. Walking and cycling are also possible to reach France; visitors can access the Eurotunnel for a quick day trip to the country.