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Central Bandstand

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Central Parade, Herne Bay CT6 5JN England
796350 0.472501 50.836924
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About About the place

The Central Bandstand in Herne Bay is a restored historic structure dating back to 1924, with Art Deco features added in 1932. Originally built for musical performances, it now houses a mix of businesses including an Indian restaurant, a café, and an ice cream parlor. While the bandstand occasionally hosts live music and events, it primarily serves as a sheltered seating area and a popular meeting point along the seafront promenade. The structure has undergone recent renovations and is well-maintained, offering both indoor and outdoor seating.

Best for

The bandstand is best suited for those seeking a sheltered spot to relax, enjoy sea views, and grab a bite to eat. It's also appealing to those interested in local history and architecture, and those hoping to catch some live entertainment.

Best season

Summer months offer the best weather and the most frequent events.

Best time to visit

Weekdays are typically less crowded than weekends. Mid-morning or afternoon are generally pleasant, avoiding peak lunch crowds. Evenings can be enjoyable during events.

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Accessibility

The bandstand is generally accessible, with level access and ramps. There are restrooms available. Specific details regarding accessible restroom facilities are not readily available.

Kid friendly

The bandstand is suitable for families, with space for children to play and ice cream available. A nearby children's playground is also a plus. Stroller access is generally good. Changing facilities are not specifically mentioned.

Pet friendly

Pets are generally allowed on the seafront promenade, but may not be permitted inside the restaurants or café.

Food facilities/restaurants/cafes

The bandstand houses an Indian restaurant, a café, and an ice cream parlor. These offer a range of food and drink options, including meals, snacks, and refreshments. There are both indoor and outdoor seating areas.

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  • Central Parade, Herne Bay CT6 5JN England
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KristianIsaksen
Herne Bay
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While making our itinerary, we included this place towards the end and thought that incase we are behind time, we will skip it. But thank God, we didn’t because it was one of the greatest places to visit. Easily accessible, conveniently located, gorgeous location and the easy navigation for the entire tour of this place made it much more fun and enjoyable. I will suggest everyone to please visit this place.

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NannevanWaterschoot
Herne Bay
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We visited this place with my whole family and it was really fun. We took the whole day here and enjoyed every bit of it. The food served here was also delicious and are budget friendly. The place had something for every age group which kept everyone entertained.

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AndreasKuster
Herne Bay
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This place has a lovely atmosphere and is built in a beautiful location. The people here are very warm and friendly and offer amazing hospitality. The ambience here is so pretty that it is perfect for quiet intimate dinners and lunches. The food served here is delicious and the local delicacies are a must try.

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JoachimEIversen
Herne Bay
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This place has a lovely atmosphere and is built in a beautiful location. The people here are very warm and friendly and offer amazing hospitality. The ambience here is so pretty that it is perfect for quiet intimate dinners and lunches. The food served here is delicious and the local delicacies are a must try.

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FarisKleine
Herne Bay
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This is one of the most iconic and interesting buildings of the city where the architecture of this place speaks volume of its importance. It is a great place to visit and its tour throws some light on the history and working of this place.

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WillDudley
Herne Bay
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The camp is built at a beautiful location and there are lots to do here. There are several activities you can take part in and also choose to go on a guided hike which is a great way to spend some time in the middle of nature. The scenic views are just amazing here and you fall in love with the serenity of this place.

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VeikkoRosberg
Herne Bay
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The place was great, ambience was amazing and the food was delicious and it brought back a lot of memories of your childhood days since the concept of the place was to make customers nostalgic about the comfort food everyone used to have. It was simply incredible.

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GeneMBurkett
Herne Bay
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This place has a lovely atmosphere and is built in a beautiful location. The people here are very warm and friendly and offer amazing hospitality. The ambience here is so pretty that it is perfect for quiet intimate dinners and lunches. The food served here is delicious and the local delicacies are a must try.

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TalitaDeenen
Herne Bay
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This place has a lovely atmosphere and is built in a beautiful location. The people here are very warm and friendly and offer amazing hospitality. The ambience here is so pretty that it is perfect for quiet intimate dinners and lunches. The food served here is delicious and the local delicacies are a must try.

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NajaTobiassen
Herne Bay
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This is one of the most iconic and interesting buildings of the city where the architecture of this place speaks volume of its importance. It is a great place to visit and its tour throws some light on the history and working of this place.

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ArthurSLedoux
Herne Bay
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The camp is built at a beautiful location and there are lots to do here. There are several activities you can take part in and also choose to go on a guided hike which is a great way to spend some time in the middle of nature. The scenic views are just amazing here and you fall in love with the serenity of this place.

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GeartEngels
Herne Bay
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The place was great, ambience was amazing and the food was delicious and it brought back a lot of memories of your childhood days since the concept of the place was to make customers nostalgic about the comfort food everyone used to have. It was simply incredible.

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AneLundblad
Herne Bay
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While making our itinerary, we included this place towards the end and thought that incase we are behind time, we will skip it. But thank God, we didn’t because it was one of the greatest places to visit. Easily accessible, conveniently located, gorgeous location and the easy navigation for the entire tour of this place made it much more fun and enjoyable. I will suggest everyone to please visit this place.

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