Leas Lift Heroes: Petra Cox
As restoration continues on Folkestone’s historic Leas Lift, the project is also laying strong foundations for future generations through education. Leading that work is Petra Cox, a creative educator who has...
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Leas Lift 140th Anniversary Pub Quiz Night
Tuesday 14th October 2025 7PM. Join us for a special evening celebrating 140 years of the Folkestone Leas Lift with a lively quiz night.
Tom McGarry joins board of trustees at Folkestone Leas Lift
As restoration of the historic Folkestone Leas Lift gathers momentum, we are pleased to welcome Tom McGarry to the board of trustees. Tom brings a wealth of commercial expertise and...
Leas Lift Council Heroes: Rod Lean (FHDC) and Kerry Clarke (KCC)
As restoration continues on Folkestone’s historic Leas Lift, the project has drawn the attention and support of many across the local authority. Among them is Rod Lean, Chief Officer for Place and...
Make History with Us: Announcing the Leas Lift Time Capsule Crowdfunder
As we mark a major milestone, the 140th anniversary of the Folkestone Leas Lift, we are proud to launch a unique fundraising campaign that brings together heritage, storytelling, and community...
Discover the Leas Lift Family Heritage Trail
Looking for a fun, free, and educational way to explore Folkestone’s unique history with the whole family? Just in time for the Easter holidays and ready to enjoy all year...
