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Margate Mercury @margatemercury.bsky.social · 25/04/2025

Beachside stage, street parties, and big seaside soul vibes — for just £92.74 + BF! Locals tickets margatesoulfestival.co.uk Bring proof of address and ID to collect your wristband Seagulls optional. Dancing mandatory

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Margate Soul Festival

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Margate Mercury @margatemercury.bsky.social · 25/04/2025

That’s 3 days of legendary soul, funk, disco and house acts like: 🌟 The SOS Band 🌟 TMF (Formerly of Maze) 🌟 Earth, Wind & Fire Experience 🌟 Drizabone Family 🌟 Loose Ends 🌟60+ DJs and 20 venues across town

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Margate Soul Festival

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Margate Mercury @margatemercury.bsky.social · 25/04/2025

��THANET LOCALS! Live in CT7–CT12? You can grab discounted tickets for this year’s Margate Soul Weekender – 1–3 August 2025.

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Margate Mercury @margatemercury.bsky.social · 29/03/2025

More exciting news! Lulu’s is now serving loose leaf tea blends by Chai Wallah & coffee from Skinny Dip. Open Wed - Sun and every day of the school holidays, the welcoming space at Lulu’s is the perfect place to enjoy a gelato, hot drink, freshly made cake and timeout. 3/4

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Margate Mercury @margatemercury.bsky.social · 29/03/2025

Vegan or gluten free? There’s always a good selection of freshly made vegan sorbets and gelato on offer and they can be enjoyed on a vegan or gluten free waffle cone. 2/4

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Margate Mercury @margatemercury.bsky.social · 29/03/2025

Lulu’s Gelato is back! In a brand-new location in the heart of Margate’s Old town. Lulu’s gelato is made with Hinxden’s fresh Guernsey milk and high-quality ingredients sourced locally and from Italy, which is why it is so creamy and bursting with natural flavours. 1/4

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Margate Mercury @margatemercury.bsky.social · 14/03/2025

And be sure to check out their Easter plans from 19th-20th April where there will bean bag bunny games, easter pong, egg hunts, and craft stations. Prices start at £23 per night. Find out more at keatfarm.co.uk

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Margate Mercury @margatemercury.bsky.social · 14/03/2025

Pioneers in cost-effective, quality stays on touring parks, idyllic holiday parks and peaceful residential parks, and trusted by generations of families, the Keat Farm way is rooted in honesty, experience and service, putting you at the heart of everything they do.

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Margate Mercury @margatemercury.bsky.social · 14/03/2025

Keat Farm Parks offer family friendly camping holidays in the garden of England. Established in 1953, Keat Farm has three beautiful parks to choose from, with 300+ camping pitches with excellent facilities in Quex Holiday Park nr Margate, Hawthorn Farm nr Deal, and Little Satmar nr Folkestone.

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Sam Pisano @obviouslysam.bsky.social · 01/03/2025

Love where you live! Come join the Rise Up Clean Up beach clean volunteers next Sunday at 11am on Margate Main Sands!

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Sam Pisano @obviouslysam.bsky.social · 02/03/2025

POW Thanet festival kicked off this morning with “Screaming Into the Void” behind Turner - lots more events running throughout March. This year celebrates 10 years of championing gender equality. Decade of Dissent. Check events here:- www.powthanet.com

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Margate Mercury @margatemercury.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

Programming begins on Sat 22nd March with a night of Klezmer music at Ark Cliftonville Cultural Space, honouring the diverse and far- reaching career of Arnold Schwartzman and the community of Cliftonville where he grew up. For tickets go to themargateschool.com/whats-on 5/5

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Margate Mercury @margatemercury.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

The programme will culminate in an exhibition ‘The Seven Ages of Arnold Schwartzman’ at the Margate School in May which will also launch the Arnold Schwartzman Gallery, a brand new exhibition space within the school. 4/5

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Margate Mercury @margatemercury.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

Introducing Arnold Schwartzman will provide the background story of these connections to Margate through a series of exhibitions and events in March which will take place across the town in venues that hold particular personal and creative importance to Arnold. 3/5

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Margate Mercury @margatemercury.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

Arnold Schwartzman is a noted designer, Oscar winning filmmaker and author. He is Patron of the Margate School and recently became an Honorary Freeman of Margate, the town in which he grew up. 2/5

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Margate Mercury @margatemercury.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

Introducing Arnold Schwartzman is a programme of events celebrating Arnold and of the creative vibrancy of Margate, the town that made him. 1/5

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Margate Mercury @margatemercury.bsky.social · 21/02/2025

But now, following a sky-high energy bill, they need the public's help to continue with their work. To donate to their fundraiser go to: crowdfunder.co.uk/p/keep-the-lights-on-at-st-georges-ramsgate 2/2 #AD

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Keep the Lights on at St Georges Ramsgate

To keep the lights on at St Georges Ramsgate

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Margate Mercury @margatemercury.bsky.social · 21/02/2025

Since 1827, the church of St George the Martyr in Ramsgate has worked to support people in the town who are struggling financially. 1/2

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Margate Mercury @margatemercury.bsky.social · 29/01/2025

Buy tickets at gigantic.com/film-premiere-a-substantial-find-tickets/margate-where-else/2025-01-29-19-00 You can read our spring 2023 issue here digital.magmgr.com/Preview/Index/2692694#page/1 3/3

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Film Premiere: A Substantial Find Tickets

Buy tickets and see event information for Film Premiere: A Substantial Find.

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Margate Mercury @margatemercury.bsky.social · 29/01/2025

The film is inspired by the true events that he wrote about for his spring 2023 column of the Margate Mercury when Dave got his first dog, and dabbled in a bit of beach-combing...want to find out more? Then get your tickets now and make sure you're at Where Else tonight from 7pm. 2/3

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Film Premiere: A Substantial Find Tickets

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Margate Mercury @margatemercury.bsky.social · 29/01/2025

Tonight at at Where Else? a screening of local (as in Kentish) short films will take place, including a premiere of 'A Substantial Find’ which is a comical short by our regular columnist Pondering Dave Mckenna 1/3

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Margate Mercury @margatemercury.bsky.social · 23/01/2025

Don’t miss out on this brilliant opportunity to support our local businesses while eating delicious food. Sounds like a win win to us! Make sure you book ahead by contacting the restaurant directly. 4/4

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Margate Mercury @margatemercury.bsky.social · 23/01/2025

Listed below with their Instagram handles, the restaurants taking part are: Sargasso @sargasso.bar Sete @sete.margate The Good Egg @thegoodegg_margate Streets @streetsmargate Pomus @pomusmargate Mullins @mullinsmargate MoriMori @morimori_margate Lilie’s @lilies_margate 2/4

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Margate Mercury @margatemercury.bsky.social · 23/01/2025

For all food lovers, have you heard about Margate Restaurant Week? Taking place between 3-7th February, @MargateRestaurantWeek will celebrate the incredible culinary scene we have here, with many restaurants across the town offering a specially created three-course menu for just £20.25. 1/4

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Margate Mercury @margatemercury.bsky.social · 23/01/2025

Our magazines are distributed across Thanet to over 120 stockists and your ad will be included in the online version too. If you would like to guarantee a space and to find out about prices, please book with Sophie on sophie@brightsidepublishing.com or call 07534 410401. 2/2

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Margate Mercury @margatemercury.bsky.social · 23/01/2025

📣 If you’d like to advertise with us in our spring issue, the deadline to book is in just one week, so here’s all the details you need 👇 - Deadline to book a space is 30th January - Deadline for artwork is 6th February - Issue launches 27th February 1/2

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Margate Mercury @margatemercury.bsky.social · 21/01/2025

You can find out what's on by heading over to @offseasonmargate on Instagram where all the events and exhibitions are being shared, or by going to their interactive map showing you where and when everything is taking place at offseasonmargate.co.uk 2/2

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OFF SEASON

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Margate Mercury @margatemercury.bsky.social · 21/01/2025

Make sure you come to Margate this weekend for Off Season, celebrating the town's vibrant creative community with more than 65 events and exhibitions taking place in galleries, shops, cafes, studios, homes and more. 1/2

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Margate Mercury @margatemercury.bsky.social · 15/01/2025

The artist duo hopes to challenge and widen the boundaries of art and art establishments with their upcoming show and Cactus Prana Art Gallery at large. ‘Rāw’ 17th January, 6pm Cactus Prana , 61 Northdown Rd, Cliftonville, Margate 3/3

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Margate Mercury @margatemercury.bsky.social · 15/01/2025

Zana’s work explores eccentricities of human condition while Shringi depicts relationships of mind, self and nature with universal symbols inspired by Kriya Yoga. 2/3

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Margate Mercury @margatemercury.bsky.social · 15/01/2025

Cactus Prana on Northdown Road is opening their doors with ‘Rāw’ by Zana Glaser and Shringi Kumari. Zana and Shringi are self taught artists who make their work from scratch or use handmade/found materials. 1/3

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Margate Mercury @margatemercury.bsky.social · 07/01/2025

Founders Anna & Will said: 'Our mission is to source beautiful, distinctive products that bring joy into people’s homes and lives. We also host monthly workshops for anyone looking to try their hand at jewellery making and other crafts.' Thurs - Mon 11-4 / Sun 11-3 20 Cliff Terrace @onawhimmargate

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Margate Mercury @margatemercury.bsky.social · 07/01/2025

New to Margate, On A Whim is a whimsical gift shop offering thoughtfully curated gifts, jewellery, stationery and homeware from independent and handmade businesses. 1/3

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Margate Mercury @margatemercury.bsky.social · 06/01/2025

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Margate Mercury @margatemercury.bsky.social · 06/01/2025

📣 Calling all local businesses, we're busy getting our spring 2025 issue ready, so if you’d like to advertise with us, here’s all the details you need 👇 - Deadline to book a space is 30th January - Deadline for artwork is 6th February - Issue launches 27th February 1/2

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Margate Mercury @margatemercury.bsky.social · 17/12/2024

Tickets include a panto-themed Caves adventure, meeting Father Christmas in their subterranean wonderland, a gift exclusive to 2024 and a Christmas craft session with the elves - plus up to two accompanying adults. All for £13.50, plus booking fee. Book at www.margatecaves.co.uk 3/3

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The Margate Caves

Adventure underground at the Margate Caves and discover what's beneath your feet.

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Margate Mercury @margatemercury.bsky.social · 17/12/2024

The elves have been running Christmas Craft sessions at the caves while Father Christmas is there in residence, so if you want to take your little ones to see him in a really magical and unique setting, we hear there is availability on Thursday and Friday this week! 2/3

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Margate Mercury @margatemercury.bsky.social · 17/12/2024

We're loving this photo of the elves, who are working hard at Margate Caves this winter, having a well earned break with a copy of our winter '24 issue. Read on to find out how you can go and meet the elves for yourself! 1/3

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Margate Mercury @margatemercury.bsky.social · 13/12/2024

Mia offers hair services including extensions and wedding styling, nails, facials, Brow and lash treatments and microblading. Visit them and relax with serene sea views at 11 Marine Gardens, Margate, CT9 1UN Find out more at miaofmargate.com 4/4

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Mia of Margate

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Margate Mercury @margatemercury.bsky.social · 13/12/2024

The Mia team told us "From all of us at Mia of Margate, thank you for your ongoing support and loyalty. We look forward to many more years of helping you look and feel your best." 3/4

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Margate Mercury @margatemercury.bsky.social · 13/12/2024

Mia is proud to mark this milestone in their new location which has breathtaking sea views and offers a truly indulgent experience. The salon is continuing their commitment to providing the highest standard in hair and beauty services that do not cost the planet 2/4

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Margate Mercury @margatemercury.bsky.social · 13/12/2024

Congratulations to Mia of Margate which is celebrating 6 incredible years as an environmentally-friendly hair, nail and beauty studio nestled along the coast of Margate 1/4

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Margate Mercury @margatemercury.bsky.social · 11/12/2024

Our distribution team has been out delivering the new winter Margate Mercury to our fantastic stockists, so keep a look out and pick up your free copy! If you want to know where to collect one from, you can now head over to our directory by going to brightsidepublishing.com/stockists-2/

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Margate Mercury @margatemercury.bsky.social · 06/12/2024

The bar and bistro are serving food and drinks all day from noon Friday - Sunday in December, and then everyday from Friday 20th (apart from Xmas Day) to New Year's Day. Dukes welcome kids and your four legged friends too! 1 Duke St, Margate, CT9 1EP 2/2

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Margate Mercury @margatemercury.bsky.social · 06/12/2024

This Christmas at Dukes in Margate's Old Town, enjoy cosy, candlelit corners with extended opening hours throughout December. Indulge in classic cocktails, lovingly curated wines, winter classics and Sunday roasts. 1/2

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Margate Mercury @margatemercury.bsky.social · 05/12/2024

Come celebrate at The Shakespeare pub in Margate tonight and enjoy a live performance from the Social Singing Choir, as well as indulge in a mulled wine, take in the delights created by Mahal Kita flowers and pick up a brand new copy of the magazine. From 6-9pm 2/2

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Margate Mercury @margatemercury.bsky.social · 05/12/2024

Our winter '24 issue is here! Our cover stars are local netball team The Rose in Junes taken by Tim Topple and written about on P65 by centre player Rosie Towe who takes us out on the court to find out how playing enriches friendships, health and happiness. 1/2

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Margate Mercury @margatemercury.bsky.social · 04/12/2024

So make sure you come along on 5th December from 6-9pm to pick up your brand new copy of the magazine, and enjoy an evening filled with festivities with us at The Shakespeare. Margate Mercury Winter Launch The Shakespeare 1 Canterbury Road, CT9 5AQ 2/3

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