Folkestone’s unofficial guide to what’s going on.
Venue
The Beer Shop Folkestone
The Beer Shop Folkestone, 32 Rendezvous Street, Folkestone
The Beer Shop Folkestone is a small, friendly bar serving a carefully selected range of canned, bottled, cask and keg beer. Plus proper cider, a selection of spirits, cocktails, wines, soft drinks, teas, drip coffees and delicious snacks for when you need a nibble to go with your drink. You can also buy your beer to take away if you want to enjoy it at home. We're dog friendly too.
The Beer Shop Folkestone, 32 Rendezvous St, Folkestone CT20 1EZ, UK
Monthly general knowledge charity quiz night at The Beer Shop Folkestone hosted by Quizmaster Pip, featuring general knowledge, current affairs, music and picture rounds. Entry is £3 per player, and booking is required. Tables can be booked for teams of two, four or six, with a maximum of six people per team. Part of the proceeds go to charity, and the winning team chooses which charity receives the prize money. Prizes are available. Arrive from 19:00; the quiz starts promptly at 20:00 and the evening finishes at 22:30. Tickets go on sale at the start of each month, with updates on The Beer Shop Folkestone’s Instagram.
The Beer Shop Folkestone, 32 Rendezvous Street, Folkestone
A recurring yoga class at The Beer Shop Folkestone led by Unity Yoga. Designed to feel informal and welcoming, especially for beginners or anyone who feels more comfortable outside a traditional studio setting, the class includes movement, breathwork and meditation for a relaxed, light-hearted start to the weekend. £10 per class.
The Beer Shop Folkestone, 32 Rendezvous St, Folkestone CT20 1EZ, UK
A monthly collage-making social at The Beer Shop Folkestone, run in collaboration with artist Sarah Lloyd. Each session has a theme and materials are provided, and you’re welcome to bring your own. Places are limited to ensure everyone has space to work. Tickets are £5 per person, with proceeds helping to cover materials and the artist fee. If you can’t attend after booking, contact the organisers via Instagram DM or hello@thebeershopfolkestone.co.uk; if your place can be resold you’ll be refunded. Places can be booked online around the start of each month.
The Beer Shop Folkestone, 32 Rendezvous St, Folkestone CT20 1EZ, UK
Meet The Folkestone Distillery team and sample all three of their locally made gin and rum spirits, served neat and with mixers alongside paired snacks. Learn about the brand and how the spirits are made, with time for questions. Booking is required. The tasting starts promptly at 19:00; arrive earlier if you would like food or drinks beforehand.
The Beer Shop Folkestone, 32 Rendezvous Street, Folkestone
The Very Fun Music Quiz at The Beer Shop Folkestone, hosted by Aimate (@veryfunmusicevents / @justwaitinforaimate). This monthly music quiz features trivia, picture rounds and live singing from Aimee. Entry is £3 per player, with teams of up to 6 and prizes on offer. Tables can be booked for teams of 2, 4 or 6; tickets go on sale at the start of each month. Arrival is from 19:00 for a prompt 20:00 start.
The Beer Shop Folkestone, 32 Rendezvous St, Folkestone CT20 1EZ, UK
Hosted by Jimi Odell, this spoken word evening features local writers sharing works in progress, including prose, poetry and other readings. To take part as a reader, message Jimi on Instagram at @jimioverdrive.
The Beer Shop Folkestone, 32 Rendezvous St, Folkestone CT20 1EZ, UK
YÜTH brings a Halloween vinyl night to The Beer Shop, with Dalawax and Mr Moor playing gothic rock, dream pop and post-punk. Ophie OG provides an introduction in spiritual essence. Costumes are strongly encouraged, with prizes for the best outfits; prize categories are yet to be announced.
The Beer Shop Folkestone, 32 Rendezvous St, Folkestone CT20 1EZ, UK
A monthly craft meet-up at The Beer Shop Folkestone where people can bring their own sewing, knitting, embroidery, crochet or other lap-and-table projects. It is a social session rather than a workshop, organised by Verity from Miss Gingers Fabric Shop on The Old High Street.
The Beer Shop Folkestone, 32 Rendezvous St, Folkestone CT20 1EZ, UK
An open mic hosted by Aimate at The Beer Shop Folkestone. Performers can try out music, spoken word, poetry or comedy in front of a supportive crowd. A keyboard and microphones are available, and other performers should bring what they need. Slots are around 10 to 15 minutes. For a quieter atmosphere, arrive in the first hour and get your name on the list early, as it can get busier later.