Local Area
Margate, in the district of Thanet, Kent, is a popular seaside town, located roughly sixteen miles from the historic city of Canterbury.
Thanet boasts a unique and vibrant local area that combines historical charm with contemporary allure. Surrounded by stunning coastal landscapes, this seaside district is renowned for its beautiful sandy beaches, including Margate, Broadstairs and Ramsgate.
Margate is a hub of creativity and enjoys a thriving arts scene with numerous galleries including the iconic Turner Contemporary and a variety of music events to suit all tastes. Independent shops, cafes and restaurants contribute to the distinctive character of Margate Old Town.
Thanet is an ideal place for outdoor enthusiasts with water-sports, coastal walks, cycle-paths and nearby, migrating waders and wildfowl can be seen on the mudflats and saltmarsh at Pegwell Bay National Nature Reserve.
The local area is steeped in history: Viking battles, the Roman invasion the Kitchener Camp for Jewish Refugees; the Dunkirk Little Ships.
Margate is approximately 75 miles southeast of London and is accessible via the A2, M2 and M20 motorways and is just a short drive to the ferry terminals at Dover. Margate train station offers both regular and high-speed train services and there is an extensive net-work of bus routes.
Margate is not just a place to work. The town and wider Thanet area offer a welcoming community and a fulfilling and enriching lifestyle.