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 for September & October…

Mon: 9-5

Tuesday: closed

Wednesday: closed

Thursday: 9-5

Friday: 9-5

Saturday: 9-5

Sunday: 9-5

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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.

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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.

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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 cookies. Lovingly made in small batches by the local cookie monsters at More Tasty Crumbs.

Light bitesSpecials

Try a quintessentially English scone with jam and clotted cream, or a light bite like granola and yogurt with fruit.

Tempting Cakes

We always have a selection of yummy tray bakes, cakes, and slices on the counter every day.

Refreshing Cold Drinks

Fancy a soft drink, glass of prosecco or a cheeky cocktail. We’ve got you covered…

Smoothies, Milkshakes & Ice Cream Floats

Local Beer & Cider

We serve Docker Local Lager & Kentish Pip Cider

Wine & Spritz Cocktails

Enjoy a glass of wine with us

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.