Great Coffee
At SIP at the Signal Box, our mission is to create an inviting space where you can enjoy great coffee and a bite to eat.
From organic teas, to vibrant matcha. Warming chai to luxurious hot chocolate. We have a range of hot drinks to suit everyone. But the cornerstone of our hot drink offering is our amazing coffee.
Supplied by the awesome team at Garage Coffee Roasters in Canterbury. Our house coffee is speciality grade, ethically farmed and processed. Then carefully roasted and brewed to achieve the best possible flavour.
Opening hours currently…
Mon: 9-4
Tuesday: closed
Wednesday: closed
Thursday: 9-4
Friday: 9-6 + SIP Lates (advance ticket only Raclette Night)
Saturday: 9-7 (Wine Happy Hour 5-6)
Sunday: 9-6
With Harbour Views
Take a moment, stay awhile and enjoy.
The harbour views are unrivaled here and perfect for a spot of people watching. Or you can grab a takeaway for your walk along the Harbour Arm and Folkestone beach boardwalk.
Please note our outside terrace seating area is currently closed as we have some exciting building work happening. This will transform the space into additional inside seating and will allow us to seat more people, whatever the weather.
Freshly made sandwiches
We bring our passion for quality food and fresh local produce to offer some delicious brunch, lunch and afternoon snack options.
Only the best ingredients go into our sandwiches and each one is made-to-order on soft white or granary farmhouse bread, handmade by expert bakers at Gilda in Bishopsbourne.
Sweet Treats
Treat yourself to an indulgent wedge of chocolate brownie, a buttery toasted teacake or a slice of banana bread…
Freshly Baked CookiesSpecials
Baked on-site daily are our totally irresistible Vegan and Gluten Free cookies. The dough is lovingly made in small batches by the local cookie monsters at More Tasty Crumbs.
Light bitesSpecials
Try a traditional English scone with jam and clotted cream, or a light bite like granola and yogurt with fruit. Fancy a savoury bite? we have buttered crumpets or loaded toast.
Tempting Cakes
We always have a selection of yummy tray bakes, cakes, and slices on the counter. Eat-in or takeaway.
Refreshing Cold Drinks
Fancy a soft drink, glass of prosecco or a cheeky cocktail. We’ve got you covered…
Smoothies, Milkshakes & Ice Cream Floats
Grab a blitzed to order fresh fruit smoothie or an ice cream milkshake
Local Beer & Cider
We serve the amazing Docker Local Lager & delicious Kentish Pip Cider
Wine & Cocktails
Enjoy a glass of wine with us, the bar is open from 11am daily
The iconic signal box building
Come inside to see the original levers that controlled the crossing of trains in and out of Folkestone Harbour Station dating back to 1915. Fully viewable and accessible, the levers are the centrepiece of the room.
Enjoy your drink or bite to eat surrounded by the nostalgia of the past in this historic location. We hope to marry together a celebration of the sites history with a modern and welcoming coffee shop vibe.
Each seat inside SIP offers views over the boats in harbour, out to sea with the cliffs of Dover in the distance or along the beautifully restored station platform.
Private Hire & Events
We have some exciting events planned during Winter and will be open longer for SIP Lates on Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings in the run up to Christmas.
If you are planning a party or want to discuss hiring the venue or our services for event catering send us an email info@sipatthesignalbox.co.uk
Raclette Night
Join us for a unique all-you-can-eat Raclette cheese experience £25pp including a welcome glass of bubbles at 6:30pm on Friday 21/11, 28/11, 5/12, 12/12. Tickets available now, book your seat as space is limited
Wine Happy Hour
Saturday Nights at SIP Lates 5-6pm you can enjoy 2x glasses of house wine + a bowl of nuts or olives for £12. The perfect spot to relax after a Christmas gift shopping in the Harbour Marketplace
Sandwich Platters
We love to cater sandwich platters, treat boxes or grazing boards for lunch meetings, parties & events. Email for details and prices: info@sipatthesignalbox.co.uk
SIP Specials, Deals & Offers
Mulled Wine & Mince Pie £8
From now until Christmas enjoy a cup of Mulled Wine and a Mince Pie only £8
Afternoon Tea
Would you like to indulge in the most quintessentially English Afternoon Tea spread of freshly made mini sandwiches, scones and sweet treats from the historic Folkestone Harbour Station platform?… Coming soon
Lunch £10 Meal Deal
Only £10 for a sandwich + soft drink can + bag of crisps. Everyday 11am-3pm
Winter specials
Our special seasonal drinks for Winter are Mulled Wine, Baileys White Hot Choc, Terry’s Orange Hot Choc, Spiced Rum Hot toddy. Plus we have Gilda Bakery Mince Pies, tomato soup and buttered crumpets