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Broadstairs life - its people, its places and its charm
by Barry Stickings MBE
Hello and welcome to my Podcast channel Broadstairs Life. I hope you enjoy and will continue to listen to future podcasts featuring the people of Broadstairs as they share the stories of their lives, their work, their loves and history of this historic and welcoming seaside town in Kent. I am just proud that I can help share information and peoples stories of the beautiful and friendly place I live. Broadstairs, a traditional British seaside coastal resort. What Broadstairs Life is About Human Stories: Personal accounts from locals sharing their life journeys, passions, and professional work. Local History: Exploring the heritage and historic significance of Broadstairs as a classic English seaside destination. A Welcoming Guide: Insights and tips that help visitors navigate and appreciate the beauty of the town. Community Connection</st
Episodes
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Sofia - Published children's author at 11 years of age .....
Today was a joy to speak with Sofia Haq who created her first book – Jungle Trouble: Rory’s Rescue Plan- when she was just six. It was published just before her eighth birthday. It was inspired from a visit to Wingham where she saw an exhibition about poaching. She decided that children needed to...
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RNLI Lifeguards Broadstairs and Thanet with Harvey a local lifeguard
I speak with Harvey a lifeguard who works for this amazing service to us, the public. This season he has been based at Viking Bay here in Broadstairs. Listen as he tells us why he joined at 16 to become a lifeguard and what it means to him. Plus an insight into the sessional work they all do to...
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Zoe & Peter Inspiration Creative inclusive creative arts company
‘Inspiration Creative’ is Thanet’s inclusive creative arts company. Zoe and Peter are amazing people have a passion for the Arts and a passion to bring people together. Listen to what I feel is an amazing inspirational couple who just give so much to others. Our original group ‘Inspiration...
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Broadstairs Autumn Food Festival 2nd - 4th Oct 2026
Katherine Wyatt the new Director of the Broadstairs food festival gives us an insights to her new role plus what's happening at this years event and the planning involved for 2027. Broadstairs Food Festival is a vibrant celebration of brilliant food, drink and the passionate people behind it....
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Thanet u3a - Thanet u3a get together in Thanet and Beyond
Listen as Margaret and Adrian talk about this amazing group supporting people in Broadstairs and beyond. Thanet u3a is part of a nation-wide organisation for people who are no longer in full-time employment. It is a charity, self-governing and run voluntarily by members for members. The charity...
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Toby - Blind PlayStation & PC Gamer from Broadstairs
Hi, my name is Toby; and I was born with a condition known as bilateral anophthalmia; which means that I was born without eyes. A game that has always been influential to me is final fantasy x, which I first played with my Cousin, but I eventually learned to play it independently. It is because…
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Broadstairs Beach Huts - Their owners and renters tell us why love them.
Have you ever wondered what its like to use a beach hut... well now you can find out from this who do. Our wonderful beach huts in Broadstairs. Where I talk to their owners and renters about why they are so popular here. Plus what to expect when you have one. You will be surprised and...
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Community Life Savers Turning Bystanders into Life Savers - Petra and Steve
Listen as Petra and Steve tell us about the background of this amazing organisation and why it is so important. Community Lifesavers CIC is a Kent-based social action not-for-profit project run by trained volunteers. We deliver free training in CPR and using defibrillators to Year 7 students in...
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Nan Eshelby Nature Lover, Broadstairs Author & Illustrator of Children's Books
Broadstairs based Nan Eshelby..... I am devoting my time to helping nature around us. I have written and illustrated children’s books to Spark a ❤️ of nature. Reviewed by leading experts such as Prof Goulson, Prof Beebee, Alison Benjamin, Kate Bradbury, Brigit Strawbridge. Enjoy reading with a...
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George - From SIM to Grid a Future Racing & Endurance Driver
Meet George A normal kid chasing an extraordinary dream.... which will become a reality. George Jackson is a 14-year-old from Kent, documenting his journey from simulator racing to competitive motorsport through SIM TO GRID. Ever since watching the 2016 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, George has dreamed of...
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Katherine Shannon Local Film Director, Producer & writer
We met, recorded and decided to chat by the sea at the Lido in Margate Kent so you may hear the odd splash of rain but we just carried on it was fun being outside. Katherine Shannon is an award winning Film TV, Director, producer and writer who loves to film in Thanet and use local people. A 1st...
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Mike Hanson Broadstairs based Podcaster, Musician, Radio Producer
Mike is now based in Broadstairs. He has extensive experience in radio and music, in Canada and the UK in commercial and public broadcasting, and in speech and music formats. Mike is the founder and director of Pod People Productions and Thelonious Punk Productions Ltd. He has extensive…
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Broadstairs and St Peters Lawn Tennis Club with Peter Davis OBE
Welcome to Broadstairs & St. Peter's Tennis Club website. Our aim is to encourage players of all ages and abilities to enjoy tennis here in Broadstairs. Peter Davies OBE is the Chair of the Tennis Club and here he talks about its history and where it is now. Those who wish to take up tennis for…
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Carina Mermaid inspired Therapy & Storytelling
Carina Coen is originally from Galway, Ireland, a country well known for folklore and magical stories of Leprechauns. Carina has written a new twist on ‘Faerie-Tales’, in an unusual and imaginative mix of fantasy-story-telling and Environmental and Educational messages for the reader. You can...
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Our New Broadstairs and St Peters Town Crier - Bryan
Broadstairs and St Peter’s have a new Town Crier appointed by The Town Council. My name is Bryan Jones I was born in Canterbury and have lived here for the last twelve years. Many people will already know me from my membership with various local Clubs and associations Broadstairs and St Peter’s...
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A chat with Cllr George Rusiecki - Our new Mayor of Broadstairs & St Peters
Born in Wales, my first connection to Thanet was when I was posted to RAF Manston in 1979. I worked there in air traffic control for the next three years during which time I met a local girl – now my Mayoress, Sarah Kemp. Over the next twenty years we bought our first house together in Wardour...
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Gavin - The Best of Times Bookshop, Cafe & events venue
The Best of Times is a place to browse, to read, to write, and to explore. With great coffee and snacks, free WiFi, and a unique curated selection of new books on two floors, it’s the latest addition to Broadstairs’ cultural scene. In time we’ll offer a programme of events, and host writers’...
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Kent Surf School Joss & Viking Bay Broadstairs with Andy
Kent Surf School is the ONLY surf school to hold a license from both Thanet District Council and Adventure Activity Licensing Service ensuring that we meet strict operating and safety parameters. Andy Webb owner of Kent Surf School also works as an Ambulance Practitioner for South East Coast...
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Zone Youth Club Pavilion Broadstairs with Victoria
A lovely chat with Victoria Suchak - Manager and founder https://www.thepavilioncommunitycafe.co.uk I have been running the Zone Youth Club for over 20 years, first at St Andrew’s Church in Reading Street, then at The Gap, Queens Road Baptist Church, and for the past 9 years at The Pavilion Café…
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The History of Punch and Judy by Ben & his shows on Viking Bay in August
As Punch & Judy Shows Return to Viking Bay This Summer Ben Bamboozle talks to us about this wonderful Seaside tradition and its history. Families and visitors can enjoy this classic British seaside entertainment right on the beach by our official performer Mr Punch and Judy, Ben Bamboozle....
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Andy Chats about bringing Special Educational Needs Children into Rugby as part of Thanet Wanders Rugby Club
Andy talks about how just over 4 years ago the club decided it was time to extend Rugby to everybody in the community. What followed was a journey that nobody expected, it has gone from strength to strength .... Listen as Andy talks with passion about this amazing group of young people who now...
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Alex- Boathouse Seafood Shack Broadstairs
Alex talks about how his father in law Nick has brought Fresh seafood back in Broadstairs. It's a local family run takeaway seafood shack with Alex and his wife Jess at the helm helping everybody to enjoy what is a seaside tradition. Local seafood. Selling cockles , whelks , dressed crab , crab…
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Laura - Nutritional Therapist based in Broadstairs
Laura is a Registered Nutritional Therapist who helps men and women take the guesswork out of nutrition. Passionate about evidence-based health, she works with clients to uncover the root causes of their symptoms and create practical, sustainable strategies that support energy, gut health,...
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Simon- Broadstairs Fireworks & Water Gala 2026
Simon gives us a brilliant insight into this years Fireworks and water Gala here in wonderful Broadstairs BROADSTAIRS WATER GALA WEDNESDAY 29th JULY VIKING BAY AND VICTORIA GARDENS https://www.broadstairswatergala.co.uk A FREE fun filled family day at the seaside Sandcastle competition - prizes…
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Zoe Antoniades - Broadstairs Childrens Author
Author Zoe Antoniades moved to Broadstairs in 2025 as she loves to write by the sea. Zoe was born in West London of Greek Cypriot parents. She has taught and worked as an Arts Leader in the London boroughs of Hounslow and Lambeth, collaborating on a wide range of creative projects in partnership...
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Kai Folk Week Director gives us an insight into this years Folk Week 2026 event here in Broadstairs
Kai Folk Week Director gives us an insight into this years Folk Week event here in Broadstairs 7th-14th August 2026 visit Broadstairs Folk Week https://broadstairsfolkweek.org.uk viist here for information on events venues and tickets With decades of experience in the music industry, both in the…
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Sue - Broadstairs & St Peters Grade 2 listed buildings History
Sue give us a fascinating insight into another part of Broadstairs History. An important part of the charm of Broadstairs & St Peter’s is the wealth of fascinating buildings which preserve the unique history of our town. In today’s podcast, we talk to Sue who has been actively involved in the...
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The Bell Ringers of St Peters Church
The History of the Bells of St Peter-in-Thanet Church St Peter’s church has had bells for over 600 years, but it is not known exactly when they were first installed or how many bells there were. A single bell was in the south east corner of the church and it is said that there are signs of wear...
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Justine and Daisy mother and daughter Creatives of Broadstairs
Justine- I was born and raised in Broadstairs and have always appreciated and lived our little town by the sea. As a youngster I spent most weekends out on my dad’s fishing boat. At school my two loves were sport and art. I did a pre degree in art, lived in Australia for 18 months then came back...
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Breastfeeding Counsellor -Sarah
Sarah is a local breastfeeding counsellor who is dedicated in supporting mothers with their breastfeeding journeys. Sarah cares deeply about up to date information and informed choice- whilst cheering on the mothers (and babies) she works alongside with. Instagram: @sarahbfsupport Website:...
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BradARA Broadstairs Activities for the Retired - Gail
BradARA is a social club based in Broadstairs, Kent, open to local men and women who are retired or semi-retired. We provide members with opportunities to make friends and engage in activities through attending regular meetings, and joining in with outings and social and cultural events. BradARA...
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Broadstairs Sailing Club - Adrian Trice
Broadstairs Sailing Club provides a range of training, dinghy sailing and racing activities from its base at Broadstairs harbour on the North East Kent coast. The Club has a well appointed clubhouse with bar, kitchen, changing rooms, training room and a lounge with panoramic views overlooking...
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The Joy of Children's Books Happy Reading - Nicci
“Opening my own children’s bookshop is an absolute dream come true. Together with my outreach work with schools and the local community as The Kids Books Curator, the Happy Reading Children’s Bookshop represents the culmination of my ultimate goal – establishing a physical presence on the high...
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Pies with a loving Caribbean Touch - Kanndiss
Today you can listen as Kanndiss talks to us about her inspired Pies with a strong Caribbean influence made here in Broadstairs and sold across Thanet. Kandiss tells us how she started in October 2025 and where her inspiration came from. Her passion just flows as she talks about her background…
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Lisa lets us into the world of being a Postie in Broadstairs and St Peters
Thank you to Lisa who is one of the people who we all know and see everyday about but very rarely hear about. To learn what our local Posties do and why they love the job they do listen as Lisa tells us all about her job... and it's not just wearing shorts all year!!!! If you live between the…
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Youth Crime Community Project & Political Literacy in Broadstairs - Amelie & Angel
Empowering Broadstairs: The Youth Action Campaign Amelie and Angel, two dedicated students from Dane Court Grammar School, have launched a vital initiative aimed at tackling youth crime within the Broadstairs community. Their campaign focuses on a proactive, educational approach to steer young...
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Dickens House Broadstairs with Darren Cowd
We have to thank Darren Cowd TDC museums manager & Curator of Dickens House. Dickens House Museum celebrates Charles Dickens' long connection with Broadstairs (1837-1851). It is housed in the cottage that was Charles Dickens' inspiration for the home of Betsey Trotwood in David Copperfield....
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The Dickens Festival Broadstairs with Elizabeth, Simon, Dean and Sharon
Festival 2026 - Friday, 12th to Sunday, 14th June 2026 will be the 89th year, and we are pleased to confirm the dates for our 3-day festival. Friday, 12th to Sunday, 14th June Charles Dickens visited Broadstairs in Kent regularly from 1837 until 1859 and immortalised the town as "Our English...
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Broadstairs Breast Cancer Now Fundraisers - Lorraine & Graham
This is an inspiring Podcast with two truly amazing people who talk candidly with passion and some humour thrown in about why over the years they continue to help others. Local Broadstairs residents Lorraine and Graham Burns have a passion. To raise much needed funds for Breast Cancer Now. Their...
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Broadstairs Police Community Officer-PC James Absolon
PC James Absolon has been a Police Officer in Kent for 8 Years and has served in Margate and is now The Broadstairs Community Beat officer. Here you will listen to james as he tells us about his important role in our community. He has a real passion for being part of the local community…
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The Art of Needle Felting Artist Michelle Wharton
Self taught and now a teacher and instructor Michelle Wharton introduces needle felting as a versatile dry felting method. By using specialised barbed needles to mesh wool fibre's together, she helps through her workshops crafters produce everything from intricate 3D sculptures to detailed 2D…
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Sarah Thorne Theatre Michael Wheatley Ward
From the Largest Theatre Group in the World to The Oldest Stage in England and the Future of the Theatre Michael Wheatley-Ward has had invaluable experience of the theatre management business. Here is a colourful entertainment all of its own of the risks involved in production management from the...
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Broadstairs and its Community Speak
This is a special edition after the events that took place over the Bank Holiday Weekend FYI some of the comments were converted but not changed from the original submitted text into the spoken word. This is confirmed during the Podcast at which point this takes place. Thank you Let's remember...
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Broadstairs & St Peters Bowls Club - Ray
OUR HISTORY Aspley House Bowls Club was set up by Dr Brightman (Broadstairs Council chairman) during WW1. In 1917 the rinks were laid out in his back garden, facing what is now Lawn Road. They were mainly used by returning servicemen at the end of the war. When Dan Mason gifted the Recreation...
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Thanet Disabled Riding Centre Broadstairs with Vicky
Vicky who has been at the centre for 25 years tells us about the amazing work this centre does to give anybody with a disability to ride and interact with their horses. Thanet Disabled Riding Centre is an independent, nonprofit organisation located in Broadstairs. With the fantastic support from...
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The Joy of playing and teaching the Ukulele - Jim
In this episode Jim talks about the history of the Ukulele and how he loves teaching others . I'm Jim Moran and I've been teaching ukulele to beginners and intermediate students for quite a few years. I'm a qualified teacher in schools and colleges and my experience includes starting a successful...
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Crampton Museum and Tower Broadstairs- Peter Shaw
Peter Shaw gives us an insight into the history of the Crampton Tower Museum. A fascinating small museum is partly housed in a flint tower adjacent to the Broadstairs Railway Station. The tower formed part of the first Broadstairs public water supply and was put in repair by Thanet District...
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Dog Behaviourist & trainer-Mitchell Kennington
Mitchell brings us a fascinating insight into the world of a dog behaviourist & trainer. I've spent the last 26 years volunteering at 3 animal santuaries doing 4500 hours and rehomed and rehabilitated over 1100 dogs...and studied widely on what helps Dogs feel calm and balanced I now work self...
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Rev Rhodri Walters St Peters Baptiste Church
For the past 220 years or so the church has worshipped on its current site. Older people in the community will remember it being called Salem but for the past 20 years it has been known simply as The Baptist Church, St Peters. There have been many ups and downs. At one time the church had to move...
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Community Payback in Broadstairs with Danny Ward
Many of us see the Community Payback team working here in Broadstairs. On this podcast you will listen Danny speak about his passion for this service and what makes it work and how it helps those involved. Supervised by veteran Danny Ward, the Community Payback Team has spent the years…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Hello and welcome to my Podcast channel Broadstairs Life. I hope you enjoy and will continue to listen to future podcasts featuring the people of Broadstairs as they share the stories of their lives, their work, their loves and history of this historic and welcoming seaside town in Kent.
I am just proud that I can help share information and peoples stories of the beautiful and friendly place I live. Broadstairs, a traditional British seaside coastal resort.
What Broadstairs Life is About
Human Stories: Personal accounts from locals sharing their life journeys, passions, and professional work.
Local History: Exploring the heritage and historic significance of Broadstairs as a classic English seaside destination.
A Welcoming Guide: Insights and tips that help visitors navigate and appreciate the beauty of the town.
Community Connection</st
HOSTED BY
Barry Stickings MBE
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