Secret Folkestone

Folkestone's history dates back to the Anglo-Saxons and earlier settlements, and Secret Folkestone reveals its fascinating stories from the past, including the foundation of the first nunnery in England, the town's role in defending the nation, the clifftop source of its Victorian water supply, and the First World War aerial bombardment.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 96 pages
Publication date: 15 May 2024
Publisher: Amberley Publishing

Folkestone's history dates back to the Anglo-Saxons and earlier settlements, and beneath the elegant façade of the Edwardian resort lies a wealth of fascinating stories from its past. In their book, "Secret Folkestone," authors Terry Begent and Eamonn Rooney delve into the history of Folkestone, from the foundation of the first nunnery in England by St. Eanswythe in the seventh century to the present day. The book explores various topics, including the story of the stone in "Folke-stone," the town's role in defending the nation from invasion, the clifftop source of Folkestone's Victorian water supply, the medieval monarch's taming of local piratical fishermen into a naval force, the riot to free smugglers from Folkestone Gaol in 1820, the First World War aerial bombardment that left nearly 100 dead, and much more. With tales of remarkable characters, unusual events, and tucked-away or disappeared historical buildings and locations, "Secret Folkestone" will appeal to anyone with an interest in the history of this town on the Kent coast.

Weight: 308g
Dimension: 165 x 234 x 11 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781398115231