Christmas fireworks in Sandgate: lunch or dinner at The Ship Inn

Sandgate’s Christmas fireworks are at Granville Parade on Friday 4 December 2026, from 4:20PM to 6:30PM. That’s how Folkestone & Hythe District Council lists the event. The fireworks are a public event, not an L&B event. Times can change, so check the council’s upcoming events list before you set off.

The Ship Inn is at 65 Sandgate High Street, Sandgate, Kent CT20 3AH, with the beach just across the road. There’s a cosy fire, and you can eat before or after the fireworks.

Food at The Ship Inn on Friday 4 December

Lunch is 12PM to 3PM, and dinner is from 5PM until 9:30PM. There is no food between 3PM and 5PM. You can eat from the bar menu or the restaurant menu.

If you’re in Sandgate earlier in the day, breakfast is 10AM to 12PM, walk-in only, and brunch is 11AM to 3PM.

It’s worth booking a table for lunch or dinner. Use Book a table on The Ship Inn page, and mention any allergies when you book.

Questions

When are Sandgate’s Christmas fireworks?

Folkestone & Hythe District Council lists Christmas Fireworks at Granville Parade, Sandgate, on Friday 4 December 2026, from 4:20PM to 6:30PM. Check the council’s upcoming events list for any changes.

Can I eat at The Ship Inn before or after the fireworks?

Yes. On Friday 4 December, lunch is 12PM to 3PM and dinner is from 5PM until 9:30PM. There is no food between 3PM and 5PM. You can eat from the bar menu or the restaurant menu. Breakfast is 10AM to 12PM, walk-in only, and brunch is 11AM to 3PM.

Do I need to book a table at The Ship Inn?

It’s worth booking lunch or dinner. Use Book a table on The Ship Inn page, and mention any allergies when you book. Breakfast is walk-in only.