Minster Travel Guide

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The history of the airfield from 1916 and it's use by the RAF and civil airlines. Manston started its Aviation days as a Royal Naval Station in 1916, with a base at Westgate Bay for seaplanes. The early airfield was on the area now occupied by the passenger terminal. By 1917 Manston airfield had grown to include four underground hangars, its own railway line to Birchington, a power station to generate electricity, barracks for 3,000 men and even an indoor swimming pool. After WW1, training of airmen in airframe maintenance and engine repairs was taught in the School of Technical Training. 1940 and WW2 brought the Battle of Britain. Barnes Wallis arrived in 1943 to test his bouncing bomb at nearby Reculver, before the Dam busters carried out their famous raid. Roland Beaumont arrived with the Typhoon which came to be the most successful ground attack aircraft in WW2.
The history of the airfield from 1916 and it's use by the RAF and civil airlines. Manston started its Aviation days as a Royal Naval Station in 1916, with a base at Westgate Bay for seaplanes. The early airfield was on the area now occupied by the passenger terminal. By 1917 Manston airfield had grown to include four underground hangars, its own railway line to Birchington, a power station to generate electricity, barracks for 3,000 men and even an indoor swimming pool. After WW1, training of airmen in airframe maintenance and engine repairs was taught in the School of Technical Training. 1940 and WW2 brought the Battle of Britain. Barnes Wallis arrived in 1943 to test his bouncing bomb at nearby Reculver, before the Dam busters carried out their famous raid. Roland Beaumont arrived with the Typhoon which came to be the most successful ground attack aircraft in WW2.
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Holiday Inn Express Ramsgate - Minster by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Ramsgate - Minster by IHG

3 out of 5
Tothill Street Minster Ramsgate England
The price is ₹5,645 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
₹5,645
₹6,774 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ramsgate. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (996 reviews)
All good....room, staff, and breakfast

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

Holiday Inn Express Ramsgate - Minster by IHG
Dover Marina Hotel & Spa, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Dover Marina Hotel & Spa, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
Waterloo Crescent Dover England
The price is ₹5,421 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
₹5,421
₹6,505 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Dover. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (812 reviews)
Impressive checkin service, great dining option at reasonable prices topped off with. Great big comfy bed and amenities. Breakfast was different as I was asked for name rather than room number and my leaving luggage was put safe so I didn’t clutter the dining room. Food has been excellent and what ...

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Dover Marina Hotel & Spa, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Hampton by Hilton Canterbury

Hampton by Hilton Canterbury

3 out of 5
7 St. Margaret's Street Canterbury England
The price is ₹7,464 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
₹7,464
₹8,957 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canterbury. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
Good hotel room in a good location.

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Hampton by Hilton Canterbury
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The Clarendon Hotel

The Clarendon Hotel

4 out of 5
51 - 53 Beach St Deal England
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Deal. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Deal Pier and Astor Theatre are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (101 reviews)
The room was fantastic, the absolute bonus was the heating was on low to keep the place toasty even though it was cold outside.

Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025

The Clarendon Hotel
Mabel

Mabel

3 out of 5
43 Cromwell Road Whitstable England
Stay at this cottage in Whitstable. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Canterbury Cathedral and Whitstable Museum and Gallery are ...
Mabel
Dover Town Rooms

Dover Town Rooms

2.5 out of 5
5 Eastbrook Place Dover England
Stay at this holiday home in Dover. Enjoy a garden. Popular attractions Dover Castle and Dover Western Docks Cruise Terminal are located nearby.
8.4/10 Very Good! (79 reviews)
Good room

Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025

Dover Town Rooms
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Popular places to visit

A beautiful harbour, on a lovely sunny August afternoon.

Port of Ramsgate

Explore the waterfront in Ramsgate with a trip to Port of Ramsgate. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its lively bars.

Port of Ramsgate
The history of the airfield from 1916 and it's use by the RAF and civil airlines. Manston started its Aviation days as a Royal Naval Station in 1916, with a base at Westgate Bay for seaplanes. The early airfield was on the area now occupied by the passenger terminal. By 1917 Manston airfield had grown to include four underground hangars, its own railway line to Birchington, a power station to generate electricity, barracks for 3,000 men and even an indoor swimming pool. After WW1, training of airmen in airframe maintenance and engine repairs was taught in the School of Technical Training. 1940 and WW2 brought the Battle of Britain. Barnes Wallis arrived in 1943 to test his bouncing bomb at nearby Reculver, before the Dam busters carried out their famous raid. Roland Beaumont arrived with the Typhoon which came to be the most successful ground attack aircraft in WW2.

RAF Manston History Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in RAF Manston History Museum in Minster. Visit the area's stunning cathedral or amble around its waterfront.

RAF Manston History Museum

Ramsgate Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Ramsgate Beach during your travels in Ramsgate? Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its lively bars.

Ramsgate Beach

Ramsgate Royal Harbour and Marina

Explore the waterfront in Ramsgate with a trip to Ramsgate Royal Harbour and Marina. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.

Ramsgate Royal Harbour and Marina

Pegwell Bay Country Park

Explore the great outdoors at Pegwell Bay Country Park, a lovely green space in Cliffsend.

Pegwell Bay Country Park

Sandwich and Pegwell Bay National Nature Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Sandwich and Pegwell Bay National Nature Reserve, a lovely green space in Cliffsend. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

Sandwich and Pegwell Bay National Nature Reserve

Cities near Minster

Canterbury Cathedral showing a church or cathedral, a city and heritage architecture

Canterbury

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