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    Birthdays

    A Birthday Worth Celebrating

    Whether it's an intimate dinner or a full venue takeover, we'll make your birthday one to remember.

    Welcome to Margate's best-kept secret — a seaview restaurant, bar, and venue.

    A Birthday Worth Celebrating

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    Tell us about your birthday

    Step through the options below and we'll get back to you as soon as we can with a tailored proposal.

    What's the occasion?

    This helps us tailor the right format for you.

    Faith In Strangers is a modern discothèque by the sea — purpose-built for celebration.

    With panoramic views, a custom-built sound system, and food led by Chef Jackson Berg (St. John, Bistroteque), it's a space that brings people together over good music, great drinks, and memorable meals.

    Full Venue

    Your Birthday Venue

    From milestone birthdays to surprise parties — take over the entire venue with bespoke catering, the Poseidon Sound System, and a dedicated events team.

    300

    Standing

    150

    Seated

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    Private Dining

    The Private Dining Room

    Partial hire of our private dining room is ideal for intimate feasts, long-table lunches or dinners, and group gatherings. We strongly recommend our signature Feasting Menu — shared platters, whole roasts, and seasonal dishes designed for the table.

    For standing events, our Grand Buffet offers a premium selection of dishes for a more relaxed feel.

    40

    Seated

    70

    Standing

    The Experience

    The Secret Entrance

    Hidden from public view, journey up the secret entrance and through two bespoke light and audio art installations — customisable to your preference — into an environment designed from the ground up to stimulate all the senses.

    The Stairway of Faith
    Chef Jackson Berg

    Food & Drink

    Elevate your birthday with food and drink that leave a lasting impression. Led by Chef Jackson Berg (St. John, Bistroteque), our menus are rooted in quality, seasonality, and bold flavour.

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    Every detail is considered — from the rhythm of service to the balance of the drinks list. We require a minimum spend on food and beverages. Fill out the enquiry form and we'll tailor a package to suit.

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    “For me it was by far the best wrap party I’ve been to” — Celia Duvel, Empire Of Light“The best venue on the Kent coast. The sound system, the views, the food — our guests are still talking about it.” — Google Review“The most incredible wedding venue — the sunset, the food, the music.” — Ross & Ally“Organised dinner for 25 and it was seamless. Feasting menu was incredible.” — Google Review“For me it was by far the best wrap party I’ve been to” — Celia Duvel, Empire Of Light“The best venue on the Kent coast. The sound system, the views, the food — our guests are still talking about it.” — Google Review“The most incredible wedding venue — the sunset, the food, the music.” — Ross & Ally“Organised dinner for 25 and it was seamless. Feasting menu was incredible.” — Google Review
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    "My 30th at FIS was absolutely magic. Dinner in the private room, then the sound system came on and it turned into the best party."

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    The Programme

    Your Birthday Is Part of Something Bigger

    Faith In Strangers hosts an ongoing cultural programme — so there may be DJs or live events happening in the venue while your celebration is taking place. We've welcomed Horse Meat Disco, Luke Una, Mr Scruff, Joy Orbison, Coco Maria, Charlie Bones and more.

    Poseidon Sound System
    Audio

    We Take Our Sound Seriously

    Architecturally designed with acoustic panelling and angled walls, the space creates a sonically sound housing for our custom-built 'Poseidon Sound System' — a club-grade audio installation that makes every event feel electric.

    The Making of the Poseidon Sound System →
    Perfect For

    What We Can Do

    01

    Intimate Dinner

    Private dining room for 12–40 with feasting menus and celebration cakes.

    02

    Party

    Private hire with DJ booth, sound system, and bespoke catering for 40–150.

    03

    Full Takeover

    Complete exclusivity with production, lighting, and capacity for 300.

    04

    Surprise Party

    Our team can help coordinate — from the secret entrance reveal to the big moment.

    Full Venue

    150 seated / 300 standing. Complete takeover with bespoke catering and Poseidon Sound System.

    Private Dining

    Up to 40 seated / 70 standing. Intimate space for feasts, long-table dinners and celebrations.

    Drinks Reception

    Sea-view terrace with sunset backdrop. Perfect for arrival drinks and summer events.

    Ready to plan your birthday?

    Get in touch and we'll create something unforgettable together.

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    Find Us

    Faith In Strangers

    We're hidden up the stairs — if you found us, you were meant to be here. 🪜

    17 Ethelbert Crescent

    Cliftonville, Margate CT9 2DY

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