Folkestone Remembers Holocaust Memorial Day 2026

On Tuesday 27 January 2026, a commemoration service was held in the Town of Folkestone to mark the annual Holocaust Memorial Day, an internationally recognised day to remember the millions of people who were murdered or whose lives were changed …

FTC Approved Budget 2026/2027

Folkestone Town Council (FTC) is committed to improving and enhancing the Town of Folkestone in an environmentally sustainable manner, having regard to the identified needs and wishes of all sections of the community, whilst delivering the Town Council’s vision ‘To …

FTC Potential Purchase of the Grace Hill Building

Following a resolution by Folkestone Town Council at their meeting on 22 January 2026, a letter has been sent to Kent County Council setting out the strong local community interest in the potential purchase of the freehold of …

The Town Mayor’s Christmas Message 2025

Firstly, I would love to say Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you all. What a year 2025 has been. Whether you’ve had an amazing year or a more challenging one, as it draws to an end …

The Town Mayor’s Year 6 Christmas Carol Concert 2025

Each year the Town Mayor of Folkestone holds a Christmas Carol Concert for all Year Six Primary School children within Folkestone, held at the St Mary & St Eanswythe Church, The Bayle.

This year, the Town Mayor, Cllr Lucy McGirr …

The Town Mayor’s Christmas Card Competition 2025

The Worshipful Town Mayor of Folkestone, Councillor Lucy McGirr, invited students in year groups 7 and 8 at local secondary schools to design a picture reflecting ‘Festive Folkestone’ for this year’s annual Christmas card, which will be sent out to …

Remembrance in Folkestone 2025

Each year Remembrance events are held around the Country to ensure that we never forget the cost of peace. It is a time to remember those who sacrificed their lives, the families of those that endured unbearable losses and the …