Welcome to the Go Folkestone Website

Go Folkestone was initially sponsored & formed as "Go Folkestone Action Group" by Folkestone Lions Club in 2001. Since then we have been working on behalf of the people of Folkestone to make our town a better place to live in.

What has Go Folkestone! done for you?

Have a look at some success stories for Go Folkestone:

• The go ahead for a Folkestone town council

• Cutting existing train journey times between London and Folkestone

• Refurbishment of derelict buildings, for example Augusta Gardens. Following pressure from Go Folkestone! 200 notices have been served by Shepway District Council on the owners of derelict buildings

• Skate Park opened in  2004 

• A Steering Committee has been formed to find a site, raise money and erect a building to become the Folkestone Youth Centre. The group is now led by our MP Michael Howard and has top ranking country and district officers and councillors working on it.

• Discussions have been held with officials from Boulogne about working together for the benefit of both towns, with particular reference to the reintroduction of the ferry link
   

Message from Michael Howard MP 'I have been a strong supporter of Go Folkestone since the first public meeting was held at the Leas Cliff Hall at which its formation was agreed. I am involved in a number of its projects, including the Folkestone Youth Project, and am full of admiration for what it has already achieved. I am sure that it will go from strength to strength.'

In addition:

• Progress on the Town Centre development has followed considerable pressure from Go Folkestone!

• After support from Go Folkestone! The Strategic Rail Authority has approved plans for Channel Tunnel Rail link to Folkestone

 Go Folkestone Magazine
June 2010

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