Broadstairs life

Katherine Wyatt the new Director of the Broadstairs food festival gives us an insights to her new role plus what's happening at this years event and the planning involved for 2027. Broadstairs Food Festival is a vibrant celebration of brilliant food, drink and the passionate people behind it. Discover independent producers from Kent, the wider region and beyond, alongside an incredible choice of f...

Listen as Margaret and Adrian talk about this amazing group supporting people in Broadstairs and beyond. Thanet u3a is part of a nation-wide organisation for people who are no longer in full-time employment. It is a charity, self-governing and run voluntarily by members for members. The charity number for Thanet u3a is 1095292. Our purpose is to enable people to share a wide variety of interests a...

Hi, my name is Toby; and I was born with a condition known as bilateral anophthalmia; which means that I was born without eyes. A game that has always been influential to me is final fantasy x, which I first played with my Cousin, but I eventually learned to play it independently. It is because of this game, that I was featured in a documentary in the year 2017; called gaming through new eyes, whi...

Have you ever wondered what its like to use a beach hut... well now you can find out from this who do. Our wonderful beach huts in Broadstairs. Where I talk to their owners and renters about why they are so popular here. Plus what to expect when you have one. You will be surprised and enlightened.... plus we hear from one of the beach Huts itself as it reveals what it's like to be one....enjoy Tha...

Listen as Petra and Steve tell us about the background of this amazing organisation and why it is so important. Community Lifesavers CIC is a Kent-based social action not-for-profit project run by trained volunteers. We deliver free training in CPR and using defibrillators to Year 7 students in schools , the community , clubs, and businesses. Proudly turning bystanders into lifesavers. Locating an...

Broadstairs based Nan Eshelby..... I am devoting my time to helping nature around us. I have written and illustrated children’s books to Spark a ❤️ of nature. Reviewed by leading experts such as Prof Goulson, Prof Beebee, Alison Benjamin, Kate Bradbury, Brigit Strawbridge. Enjoy reading with a child while learning easy ways to help bees, frogs and wildlife. ‘Bombus and the Beeline’ and ‘Puddock’s...

Meet George A normal kid chasing an extraordinary dream.... which will become a reality. George Jackson is a 14-year-old from Kent, documenting his journey from simulator racing to competitive motorsport through SIM TO GRID. Ever since watching the 2016 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, George has dreamed of becoming a professional racing driver. That passion led him to sim racing, where countless hours of pr...

We met, recorded and decided to chat by the sea at the Lido in Margate Kent so you may hear the odd splash of rain but we just carried on it was fun being outside. Katherine Shannon is an award winning Film TV, Director, producer and writer who loves to film in Thanet and use local people. A 1st AD, Writer and Director, Katherine Shannon has most recently worked on the BFI/Mumbai/LA award-winning...

Mike is now based in Broadstairs. He has extensive experience in radio and music, in Canada and the UK in commercial and public broadcasting, and in speech and music formats. Mike is the founder and director of Pod People Productions and Thelonious Punk Productions Ltd. He has extensive experience in audio creation, having worked in the radio and music industry for over 30 years. He’s worked in co...

Welcome to Broadstairs & St. Peter's Tennis Club website. Our aim is to encourage players of all ages and abilities to enjoy tennis here in Broadstairs. Peter Davies OBE is the Chair of the Tennis Club and here he talks about its history and where it is now. Those who wish to take up tennis for the first time can get help and support through our coaching system, and are welcome to all the soci...

Carina Coen is originally from Galway, Ireland, a country well known for folklore and magical stories of Leprechauns. Carina has written a new twist on ‘Faerie-Tales’, in an unusual and imaginative mix of fantasy-story-telling and Environmental and Educational messages for the reader. You can listen to Sylvie's Wish via this link https://sylvieswish.com Carina is now based in central Broadstairs K...

Broadstairs and St Peter’s have a new Town Crier appointed by The Town Council. My name is Bryan Jones I was born in Canterbury and have lived here for the last twelve years. Many people will already know me from my membership with various local Clubs and associations Broadstairs and St Peter’s Twinning Association, The Village Tour , The Caledonian Society, St Peter’s Living Lively Choir, The Dic...

Born in Wales, my first connection to Thanet was when I was posted to RAF Manston in 1979. I worked there in air traffic control for the next three years during which time I met a local girl – now my Mayoress, Sarah Kemp. Over the next twenty years we bought our first house together in Wardour Close, Broadstairs, got married and had three children. I split my time between the family in Broadstairs...

The Best of Times is a place to browse, to read, to write, and to explore. With great coffee and snacks, free WiFi, and a unique curated selection of new books on two floors, it’s the latest addition to Broadstairs’ cultural scene. In time we’ll offer a programme of events, and host writers’ groups, book clubs, singer-songwriter nights and more. And don’t forget our unique spooky book nook… Visit...

Kent Surf School is the ONLY surf school to hold a license from both Thanet District Council and Adventure Activity Licensing Service ensuring that we meet strict operating and safety parameters. Andy Webb owner of Kent Surf School also works as an Ambulance Practitioner for South East Coast Ambulance Service and is Trainer Assessor for Surf Life Saving Great Britain in water sports instructor tra...

A lovely chat with Victoria Suchak - Manager and founder https://www.thepavilioncommunitycafe.co.uk I have been running the Zone Youth Club for over 20 years, first at St Andrew’s Church in Reading Street, then at The Gap, Queens Road Baptist Church, and for the past 9 years at The Pavilion Café in St Peter’s Recreation Ground. I am a qualified Senior Youth Worker, overseeing all the weekly club s...

As Punch & Judy Shows Return to Viking Bay This Summer Ben Bamboozle talks to us about this wonderful Seaside tradition and its history. Families and visitors can enjoy this classic British seaside entertainment right on the beach by our official performer Mr Punch and Judy, Ben Bamboozle. https://www.mrpunchandjudy.co.uk/ Admission is completely free for all attendees. Performance Dates The s...

Andy talks about how just over 4 years ago the club decided it was time to extend Rugby to everybody in the community. What followed was a journey that nobody expected, it has gone from strength to strength .... Listen as Andy talks with passion about this amazing group of young people who now enjoy Rugby new friends etc plus parents who are overjoyed as their children become involved .... If you...

Alex talks about how his father in law Nick has brought Fresh seafood back in Broadstairs. It's a local family run takeaway seafood shack with Alex and his wife Jess at the helm helping everybody to enjoy what is a seaside tradition. Local seafood. Selling cockles , whelks , dressed crab , crab or prawn sandwiches, cold drinks and snacks...and much more. The Boathouse , Harbour street , Broadstair...

Laura is a Registered Nutritional Therapist who helps men and women take the guesswork out of nutrition. Passionate about evidence-based health, she works with clients to uncover the root causes of their symptoms and create practical, sustainable strategies that support energy, gut health, hormones, metabolic health and overall wellbeing. Through education and realistic lifestyle changes, Laura em...

Simon gives us a brilliant insight into this years Fireworks and water Gala here in wonderful Broadstairs BROADSTAIRS WATER GALA WEDNESDAY 29th JULY VIKING BAY AND VICTORIA GARDENS https://www.broadstairswatergala.co.uk A FREE fun filled family day at the seaside Sandcastle competition - prizes for all! Thanet Coast project activities RNLI Lifeboats Paddle board lessons with Kent Surf School Child...

Author Zoe Antoniades moved to Broadstairs in 2025 as she loves to write by the sea. Zoe was born in West London of Greek Cypriot parents. She has taught and worked as an Arts Leader in the London boroughs of Hounslow and Lambeth, collaborating on a wide range of creative projects in partnership with cultural venues such as the Southbank and the Young Vic. Zoe provides creative writing workshops f...

Kai Folk Week Director gives us an insight into this years Folk Week event here in Broadstairs 7th-14th August 2026 visit Broadstairs Folk Week https://broadstairsfolkweek.org.uk viist here for information on events venues and tickets With decades of experience in the music industry, both in the UK and abroad, Kai M. Hoffman the Festival Director since 2024. Her multi-faceted background includes d...

Sue give us a fascinating insight into another part of Broadstairs History. An important part of the charm of Broadstairs & St Peter’s is the wealth of fascinating buildings which preserve the unique history of our town. In today’s podcast, we talk to Sue who has been actively involved in the Broadstairs Society project to update a register of all our local Grade II Listed buildings. These ran...

The History of the Bells of St Peter-in-Thanet Church St Peter’s church has had bells for over 600 years, but it is not known exactly when they were first installed or how many bells there were. A single bell was in the south east corner of the church and it is said that there are signs of wear caused by a bell rope on the wall of the present Lady Chapel. St Peter’s present tower was built in the...