As part of our ongoing commitment to community engagement and accessibility, we’re bringing the Leas Lift restoration project directly to your screen with this special online presentation.
Join us for a live, 90-minute Zoom session offering a rare behind-the-scenes look at the architectural vision and engineering challenges involved in restoring this much-loved historic site. The Zoom link will be emailed to all registered attendees 7 days before the event, so please make sure your contact details are up to date when booking.
This event is ideal for anyone who missed our Heritage Open Days tours — particularly those unable to access the site in person and offers the opportunity to learn more, ask questions, and be part of the journey to bring the Leas Lift back to life.
What to Expect:
Why Attend?
Whether you're a local resident, a history enthusiast, or just curious about the future of one of Folkestone’s most iconic landmarks, this online session offers a fascinating insight into the story behind the restoration and what lies ahead.
This is a “Pay What You Can” event. All contributions support the ongoing restoration of the Folkestone Leas Lift.
Join us for a live, 90-minute Zoom session offering a rare behind-the-scenes look at the architectural vision and engineering challenges involved in restoring this much-loved historic site. The Zoom link will be emailed to all registered attendees 7 days before the event, so please make sure your contact details are up to date when booking.
This event is ideal for anyone who missed our Heritage Open Days tours — particularly those unable to access the site in person and offers the opportunity to learn more, ask questions, and be part of the journey to bring the Leas Lift back to life.
What to Expect:
- 30 mins – ACME Architects Presentation
Discover the Leas Lift’s architectural journey, from historic maps and colour schemes to spatial challenges and future vision. This presentation explores key design principles, proposed works to both station buildings, and brings the design to life through illustrative visuals and material samples. - 30 mins – RAPID Engineering Presentation
Dive into the technical heart of the lift with an overview of the original water-powered mechanisms, key restoration findings, and what’s next for the safe and sustainable future operation of the lift. - 25 mins – Live Q&A Session
Ask your questions directly to the leas lift team, architects and engineers behind the project.
Why Attend?
Whether you're a local resident, a history enthusiast, or just curious about the future of one of Folkestone’s most iconic landmarks, this online session offers a fascinating insight into the story behind the restoration and what lies ahead.
This is a “Pay What You Can” event. All contributions support the ongoing restoration of the Folkestone Leas Lift.
