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In small groups of up to 30 people, you get to learn about these wartime tunnels, and walk through them. The main downside is that it's just far too long - ours was 2 hours. There's a lot of standing around while the guide talks about things in huge detail that really you don't need to know, and which it's hard to take in. There were a few young children on our tour, and they must have been completely bored. There's also a lot of just walking through the tunnels, and basically every bit of tunnel looks like every other bit. It's understandable that the guides talk at such length, because they're volunteers and are experts and passionate about the tunnels. It's just too long though. There is so much scope for bringing the whole subject to life somehow, so you could get a real feel for what it was like sheltering or even living in the tunnels during WW2. Other things to be aware of are that there are no toilets on site, and no Wi-fi signal. I'd have thought both of these things could be provided. It seems that these tours sell out quickly so it's important to pre-book online. There's paid parking just a couple of minutes away. So overall, worth a visit if you have the time and are interested in a highly detailed history of the tunnels. Otherwise there's lots of information available in the waiting area, which you can browse for free without buying needing to buy tickets.
Michael BourlaMichael Bourla
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Fascinating things can be learned while visiting the tunnels. The visit is in small groups with a local guide that explains in detail the history, purpose and how people where living underground during the Britain - German war in 1930s. If you book a tour and there are only 2-3 people the guide can take you down the tunnels or you can just reschedule for a different hour during the day free of charge. They give you safety helmet, warmer clothes advice especially if you visit in colder weather. Flip flops or similar aren't recommended plus a small part of the tunnels has water on the ground but there's rubber foot path to walk on. It's a real reminder about harsh living condition for children and there parents had to endure, it makes you think about the nonsense things we complain today. The tunnel is easy to find, there are two car parks one right next to the entrance, the other is on the main street approximate 5 minutes walk away. Coaches can also drop/pick up there passengers right in front of the entrance. The city centre in a short walking range, can take walks on the beach.
Daniel A MDaniel A M
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If you ever find yourself near Ramsgate this is definitely something to visit on a wet & windy afternoon! The staff are very informative over the 1.5hrs tour & accommodated to all kinds of needs. We had a foreign school tour & a deaf couple, & our guide was able to adapt the tour so everyone got the benefits of learning about the historical wonders & journey the tunnels have been through! There is a free section of the tour, with artifacts & information boards, along with an extensive gift shop with replicas & nicnacks to choose from! Not to mention the cafe with ample choice & ample seating areas! ⭐⭐⭐⭐ The switching on of the tunnel lights was a great feature, & definitely added a wow factor to the tour. I would have liked the end part of the tour to have been at the beginning as I felt it was a bit rushed our tour took 2hrs due to the allowances for the guests (not an issue). But I would have liked to have had longer before the tour 'ended' to view that part. Would definitely recommend! M&C xx
How Was It?How Was It?
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I very much enjoyed my tour of Ramsgate Tunnels, with our knowledgeable guide, Phil. The museum before you go in has some excellent local history, and the cafe is genuinely fab too. I was glad to have booked online in advance as tours do fill up quickly in the holidays. A few things to note - you walk about in the tunnels a fair bit, and are on your feet for about 90mins. Though the air quality is tested, and there is fresh air into the tunnels it is damp and quite chilly, so it feels a bit cool/clammy (take a jumper!), and if you're very tall you will have to duck a bit. A part of the tour is in a dark spot in the Caves, and although you have torches, your guide might ask you to switch them off at which point the Tunnels are pitch black. The museum's website has further details on accessibility for folks, and does offer ear defenders.
Louise SuttonLouise Sutton
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We visited Ramsgate Tunnels for the evening 'Railway Tour' in August 2022. The evening started with a quick H&S brief and then an information film in an underground hut. The tour was guided through the old Victorian railway tunnel. The tour guides (three) were all friendly and knowledgeable in terms of the tunnel system and local history. One tour guide assistant, Georgie, was excellent. Deep into the tour, some visitors were spooked and wanted to get out of there, so Georgie guided them all the way back to the entrance and out to the esplanade, then she came all the way back alone through the dark tunnel system. Very impressive! Overall, it was a very enjoyable and informative evening. I would recommend it to everyone, but probably not for children under ten years old because it's dark in the tunnels and the terrain is quite uneven.
Albena SmithAlbena Smith
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A lovely museum / attraction with a nice selection of exhibits to view. You will get the most out of this if you attend one of the tours, as there is much more to see than what you can access initially. Apparently there are 3 miles of tunnels here, my partner thinks that the tour covers 1-1.5 miles during the 90 minute duration. This is not my thing, as I do not like the open space of the tunnels, but my partner assured me that the tour is really interesting and worth the small fee. He was kept interested throughout the 90 mins, if you do find that you don’t enjoy being deeper in the tunnels there are team members to bring you back top side. You will need to wrap up warm, as the tunnels are constantly at 52 degrees (all year) and also damp. The staff we saw were nice and there is a small cafe and gift shop here as well.
Amy ClarkAmy Clark
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Marina Esplanade, Ramsgate CT11 8FH, United Kingdom
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