Broadstairs Folk Week is great traditional folk music and dance festival with events being held day and night all over Broadstairs throughout the week.
Whether you are a family looking for child-friendly events, workshops or want to dance the night away, you’ll find something to entertain you from early till late
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Date:
5th August 2022
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12th August 2022
Event Registration Info:
Details of day or week tickets via the website or social media channels.
The festival also offers a campsite located at Dane Court School, Broadstairs Road CT10 2RT
In this 'you may also like' section we attempt to answer what else can I do? Here you have a list by order of being the closest to the event, some more beaches, things to see and do, places to eat and upcoming events.
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