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Folkestone, Hythe and Romney Marsh, on Kent's Garden Coast, have outstanding heritage sites and venues to visit. The coastline of the district is characterised by a string of early 19th century Martello Towers built between 1805-1808. Tower No.3, situated on the East Cliff of Folkestone, has breathtaking views of the channel and the white cliffs, and is open as a visitor centre from Easter to October. Enthusiasts can see Roman and Napoleonic exhibits and take a glimpse into our distant past with the fossils and geological displays. The Royal Military Canal, built to stop Napoleon invading Britain, runs through the historic town of Hythe where you can also visit St. Leonards Church built in 1080AD with its crypt containing 2,000 human skulls. Explore mysterious Romney Marsh, renowned for its smuggling history. The flat marshland, criss-crossed by a series of dykes is excellent for cycling enthusiasts. There are 13 medieval churches to explore, each with individual characteristics. Visitors can experience the fun of riding across the marsh on the smallest gauge railway in the world, The Romney, Hythe and Dymchurch Railway. At Lympne, on the hills above the Marsh, visitors can see the Norman church and castle or tour the majestic mansion, built in 1915 for Sir Philip Sassoon, at the Port Lympne Wild Animal Park - and where the panoramic views are magnificent! Edwardian elegance is still portrayed by The Leas - a mile-long cliff-top promenade overlooking the English Channel complete with a Victorian bandstand. Take the Victorian water-balanced Leas Lift down to the beach area of Folkestone.
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