A big friendly welcome awaits you!

What is a Greeter?

A Thanet Greeter is a local volunteer that loves the area and wants to share their passion, knowledge and experiences with visitors and by doing so improving their visit.

What will a Thanet Greeter do?

You can expect your Greeter to provide a two to four hour visit to your chosen area for up to six people.
You will be made aware of the facts and be shown sites that you may not have found on your own.
Answer and questions and help you become orientated with the area.
Explain how to use the public transport system.
Advise you on attractions, restaurants and places of entertainment.
Meet you regardless of the weather.
Enlighten you on the Isle of Thanets rich historical and cultural background.

What you should know before meeting your Greeter:

Thanet Greeters are volunteer "friends" and not professional tour guides.
The Greeters do not offer tours and there are not set itineraries.
Only one Greeter request can be made during your stay.
Requests for a Greeter must be made at least two weeks before your visit.
Greeters are subject to availability.
Greeters meet with no more than six persons at one time and can never be shared among groups.
All Greeters and visitors travel on foot or on public transport.
Greeters can make arrangements for visitors with disabilities.