Uncover 1400km of stunning coastline, and limitless cultural adventures on along England's Creative Coast...
Cultural activities and adventures
The artworks
Michael Rakowitz - 'April is the cruellest month' - for Margate
Katrina Palmer - 'HELLO' - for Southend-on-Sea
Jasleen Kaur - ‘The first thing I did was to kiss the ground’ - for Gravesend
Pilar Quinteros - 'Janus Fortress: Folkestone' - for Folkestone
Andreas Angelidakis - 'Seawall' - for Hastings
Holly Hendry - 'Invertebrate' - for Bexhill
Mariana Castillo Deball - 'Walking through the town' - for Eastbourne
England's Creative Coast Itineraries
Thinking of embarking on your very own cultural adventure along the South East coast, but not sure where to start? Take a look at one of our inspirational itineraries, carefully curated to help you make the very most of your trip to England's Creative Coast.
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Explore England's Creative Coast
Take a trip to England’s Creative Coast and discover one of the most vibrant cultural destinations in the UK. Kent, Essex, East Sussex and West Sussex have some of the most outstanding galleries, arts organisations, events and festivals in the country. Each unique destination featuring work by the world’s leading artists, littoral towns pulsating with creativity, and in 2021, 7 new outdoor artworks will connect and celebrate the breathtaking 1400km coastline that spans from the Thames Estuary to the English Channel.
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