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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Joe Middleton

Whistling houses, angry locals and one of the UK’s richest men: How Folkestone’s plan to be Shoreditch-on-Sea turned sour

Joe Middleton

It’s a sunny Sunday in the east Kent town of Folkestone, as locals and tourists take full advantage of the unseasonable weather to enjoy pints and fish and chips on the beach.

The Creative Quarter, set in the heart of the town, thrums as visitors duck into artist enclaves, and just a few minutes walk away, the Harbour Arm – a half-mile-long promenade – is abuzz with people as they sample delectable street food.

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