Ramsgate harbour was originally built as a port of refuge for vessels sheltering from stormy weather. In 1821 the people of Ramsgate gave King George IV such a loyal welcome that he gave Ramsgate Harbour its unique Royal title.
	It has played important roles throughout recent history, it was one of the main embarkation harbours during the Napoleonic wars, thus the main thoroughfare got its name "Military Road", in more recent times many thousands of soldiers disembarked after escaping from the beaches of Dunkirk in 1940, and one of the boats used in the evacuation is kept in the marina today.
Ramsgate presents an enticing mix of maritime history, and traditional seaside appeal. It is home to the only Royal Harbour in the country, has a superb marina, award-winning sandy beach, a busy, cater-for-all town centre and superb bays and clifftops that invite exploration.	< Thanet recommend Estate Agents Cooke and Co click here to give you more details >