Browse Collections (32 total)

In this collection, Glyn Hibbert describes his involvement with weightlifting in Folkestone, and how this led to a long, varied and dedicated…

As a schoolgirl in the 1970s and 80s, Sam Miller hated running. As of 2019, the Hawkinge resident had taken part in fifteen marathons, completed three…

Peter Thomas was a teacher at The Harvey Grammar School in Folkestone for more than thirty years. He was also the chief ski instructor at Folkestone…

With a remarkable thirty Kent championships to his name, Folkestone born race walker Stephen Holliday has forged a distinguished reputation in the…

Harry Slater was the first boxer to represent Folkestone Amateur Boxing Club, back in 1970. Whether fighting, coaching, judging or refereeing, he's…

In this collection, listen to Appledore resident Jean Penfold's fascinating story of her experience playing women's village football in the 1970s.…

Hilary Casey 'hated sport' as a young girl growing up in Hythe; it was a sentiment she quickly left behind. We spoke to Hilary about her love of…

For Burmarsh resident Mark Steeple, sea swimming is more than just a pastime - it's a way of life. Listen to Mark describe his life in water sports -…

Hamstreet born and bred, Sid Gittens has been a stalwart of football in the village, not to mention a pillar of the community. We spoke to Sid about…

Pat Lindsey began his association with Lydd Town Football Club as a seven-year-old, when he went to watch his older brothers play for the team. He's…