Deal Kent - A quick guide to the town

Deal is a thriving seaside town full of historical places to visit and things to see. Deal's past is filled
with smuggling and many major historical events took place here. Deals pier extends 1/4 mile into the sea and gives excellent views back across deal seafront.

Timeball tower, clearly visible from Deal pier, is a significant landmark for deal and was a clever way of letting Deal fishermen know when it was 1 o'clock. Deal Castle was designed in the shape of a Tudor Rose by Henry VIII to protect Deal against an invasion which never took place.

Deal castle is situated between Walmer castle, and Sandown Castle ruins. Deal has it's own leisure pool with fitness classes, gym and many other activities. Deal high street has been modernized and there is a variety of cafes, B&B's, guest houses, hotels and more to service the casual tourist to Deal.

There are plenty of places to stay in Deal and we are happy to recommend a good hotel or B&B (bed and breakfast). Deal seafront provides many forms of entertainment - fishing, arcade games, bingo and tasty ice cream. Deal also has a 2 screen cinema which shows films approx 3 times a day. Deal has a number of parks, playing fields and sports grounds and boasts both indoor and outdoor tennis court.