A Cinque Port and playground for thousands of
Londoners, the resort of Margate has a fascinating
heritage brought to life via displays at a number
of museums. It was the pioneer of seaside holidays
and became the first resort to have donkey rides
(1790) and deck chairs (1898). The covered bathing
machine was also invented here in the 18th century. With
a sandy beach stretching nine-miles, and a grotto
containing four million shells, Margate is the
real seaside deal!
