Folkestone Lower Leas Coastal Park, Kent

When I think of Folkestone I think of brightly painted buildings, the harbour and the stony beach, so when it was suggested to me that I take the kids to visit the Coastal Lees park on our recent holiday, I was willing to try it but I didn't have strong expectations. History of the Coastal Park The coastal park dates back to Victorian times, when the area between the top of the cliffs and the sea was modelled with walkways, stairs, and a selection of Mediterranean plants, turning what could be a bit of a drab area into a thing of wonder. Getting there by car We were told the park was quite ... more

Review of Folkestone Lower Leas Coastal Park. I live in Folkestone, a sea side town in south east England. Our town started life as a fishing community and cross channel port. In Victorian times Folkestone became popular as a holiday resort, sadly over the past few decades, like many British sea side towns, Folkestone has slid into a bit of a decline, with empty shops, poor levels of employment and a rundown seafront. The closure of the cross channel ferry service around 20 years ago added to the general decline of this once proud town. The Coastal Park in General The land this park is located ... more