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Historic Margate - Beach Boys and Bathing Belles: a Seaside Trail through Victorian Margate

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Play at your pace · usually 128 min 3.2 km Margate App-guided
Play in EN

Made for this city by a local creator, with a real-world challenge at every stop.

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The experience

About this quest

Travel back to the delights of sea bathing in Victorian Margate. 

In this quest you are racing against the imminent arrival of the Paddle Steamer, bringing with it a rather straight-laced Aunt. 

See if you can enjoy some of the many delights that there were on offer for the Victorian holidaymaker at this highly popular sea resort and still make it to your Bathing Hut in good time to enjoy a rejuvenating dip just as you like it. 

Telescopes are optional!

What makes this quest special

Highlights

  • Get a real taste of what Margate was like for Victorian holidaymakers and sea bathers

  • Discover the charms of the Old Town

  • Enjoy the relaxing Walpole Bay and its tidal pool

  • See one of the tiniest theatres in the world - The Tom Thumb

  • Find "a fine Arcadian bolthole" at the Libertines' Albion Rooms hotel.

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Your walk, at a glance

Margate

A · Start

49 -51 Marine Terrace, Margate CT9 1XP, UK

B · Finish

31 Eastern Esplanade, Cliftonville, Margate CT9 2HL, UK

Get directions to the start

Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.

From your phone to the streets

Pick it. Open it. Play.

  1. 01

    Choose your access

    Check the player and phone options for your group.

  2. 02

    Open the Questo app

    Follow your purchase instructions to access the quest.

  3. 03

    Head to the start

    Follow the clues and let the adventure unfold.

Choose your way to play

Explore at your own pace.

ExperienceThis questGuided walking tour
ExperienceDiscover places through stories and clues in the appHear stories and ask a guide questions
PacePause for a photo, a café or a longer lookUsually follows the guide’s schedule
CompanyExplore with your own people or on your ownPrivate and shared group tours are available
GuidanceDirections and challenges in the Questo appLive interpretation from a guide

Features and terms vary by experience. Check the details before booking.

Plan your day

Good to know before you play

Walking distance
3.2 km
Playing time
Play at your pace · usually 128 min
Languages
EN
  • We recommend not playing at night
  • Kids under 12 should be guided by their parents

The people behind the adventure

Created by Kirstie S.

A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.

Made by Kirstie S

HISTORY AND CULTURE IN MARGATE

A history-led way to explore Margate

Historic Margate - Beach Boys and Bathing Belles: a Seaside Trail through Victorian Margate is for visitors who want more context than a casual walk, but more freedom than a scheduled guided tour. The quest uses a route through Margate to connect clues, places and stories.

The route starts at Dreamland and finishes at The Albion Rooms over 3.2 km, with 11 challenge locations. Typical duration: 128 min; 3.2 km walking route; 11 challenge locations

Choose this for active, private discovery at your pace. Choose a guided historical tour or museum when expert live interpretation or curated exhibits matter more. Playable languages: English.