Work

Commute if you need to. You can be in London St Pancras in less than an hour. But this a district that gives you that extra flexibility. You needn’t go so far five days a week. Seeking work-life balance? Welcome to your place.

FH STORIES | PEOPLE, PLACE AND PLANNING

Brick by brick, step by step, architect Guy Hollaway and his team of 50 at Hollaway Studio, based in Hythe and also with an office in London, are working on a vibrant vision to continue to make our area a better place to live, work and above all enjoy.

FH STORIES | THE HOUSE THE JONES FAMILY BILT

For busy tradies or DIY-ers, a good builders merchant is essential. We spoke to the team at the independent BILT. Builders Merchants based in New Romney

FH STORIES | A PASSION FOR PICTURES

Lockdown won photographer and Folkestone College lecturer Zak Waters a Royal acolade - read on for his story

FH STORIES | LIVING HISTORY WORKSHOPS

Bringing history to life in our primary schools.

FH STORIES | TALKING CHOCOLATE AND VEGANISM

Adrian Ling of Plamil Foods talked to us about the state of the food industry today - and the two B words you should know

FH Stories | WONDERFUL WOOL!

Counting sheep - from shepherds huts to arts and crafts, all from Romney Marsh Wools.

FH STORIES | THE POWER OF ART

FH STORIES | MAKING INTERIOR DESIGN SUSTAINABLE

Can you be green and an interior design queen? Carole Tuff says yes!

FH STORIES | HOLIDAY EXTRAS

Holiday Extras in Newingreen is not only a great place to work - it's recruiting too! Find out more about what the 'less hassle, more holiday' firm does, and what you could do for them

FH STORIES | JACKIE MORTIMER, THE DANCING QUEEN!

Dance - a great way to have fun, share teamwork, learn self-discipline, express yourself, and get on the move! We talk to Jackie Mortimer, the founder of Instep Dance Company

FH STORIES | OAK CREATIVE

Putting a creative twist on brand building - Oak Creative, the Newingreen-based brand experts

FH STORIES | FELINE DOGGEOUS?!

Folkestone-based photographer Jen Read specialises in pet photos with a difference. Want to capture your pet on camera? Read on to hear Jen's story.

FH STORIES | "THE BLUE PLAQUE GUY"

After moving to Folkestone Simon Warren hit upon a business giving a fascinating insight into a property's history.

FH Stories | Remade Reloved

Local business owner Marie Bruce, is doing her bit to save the Christmas shopping season for Folkestone and Hythe-based creatives by launching a new digital marketplace for them to sell from.

Live

Urban vibe, coastal cool, rural retreat. Live the lifestyle you’ve always wanted.

Work

The ultimate flexible workplace? London in under an hour. Work from home. Or choose both.

Invest

A highly accessible location with a focus on growth and investment. Play a part in our future.

Visit

Prepare to be surprised by our arts festivals, safaris, historic adventures and beaches. All are welcome.