ARK - Cliftonville Cultural Space, Margate

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ARK is a charity based in the former Margate synagogue, in the heart of Cliftonville West in Thanet, Kent.

A welcoming, accessible, inclusive, cultural and social resource, which brings together Cliftonville’s diverse communities - a space where people can experience ambitious live performance and exhibitions; thought-provoking film screenings; food events and workshops that are open to everyone.

ARK is also a place to hold weddings, celebrations and other events; where you can rehearse your show and hold meetings; a space for film and fashion shoots.

Above all, this space reflects the diverse roots and identities of all those who call Cliftonville home – both now and when the synagogue was built.

Through empathy, respect, inclusion, collaboration and open-mindedness, ARK want to make Cliftonville a better place for everyone.

Access Information

ARK is on the ground floor and accessible through a short portable ramp.

Both the foyer and auditorium are step-free.

There are accessible toilets on the ground floor.

Fitness/Wellness classes available

Yoga Mondays 6pm-7pm Running 17 February - 14 April 2025

Egyptian Bellydance & Wellbeing Course Mondays Running 3rd - 31st March at 11.30am - 12.30pm and 7.30pm - 8.30pm

Open Dance Practice Wednesday 9.30am - 10.30am