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Creative Coast
Increasingly Kent's Coast is becoming known as ‘Kent's Creative Coast' as more and more visitors are discovering the creativity in and near every coastal town, alongside the beautiful beaches, working harbours and stunning sunsets.
Creativity can be found in wonderful art galleries and in vibrant music, art and theatrical venues all along the coast. It is evident in the numerous thriving independent shops selling interesting locally made arts and crafts and in hotels and restaurants displaying original art produced by local people.
There are also numerous opportunities to actively participate in creative activities organised by local artists, crafters and performers. Through these activities you'll discover hidden treasures and secrets not yet found in popular guide books and destination websites. On Kent's Creative Coast you have the opportunity to learn a new creative skill with like minded people in distinctive and unusual settings and you'll take home a unique souvenir as well as some fantastic memories.
Britain's best known artist JMW Turner was a regular visitor to the Kentish coast and in particular to Margate, on the Isle of Thanet, where he drew inspiration, not only from the coastline but also from the unique quality of light. His association has led to the building of a new Turner Gallery that will open in 2011 and be a great addition to the creative buzz that already exists in the coastal towns and resorts.
Starting on the North Kent Coast at Faversham you can take a journey to Dungeness on the South Kent Coast and find numerous creative pleasures in these coastal towns and resorts described below.
