About Us

At the heart of The Pavilion is our vibrant, passionate team led by Dan and Sian.

Whether serving up your morning coffee during our busy daytime trade or running a 200-guest banquette, our experienced front-of-house and kitchen crew effortlessly shift gears for any occasion.

Friendly, adaptable, and dedicated to great hospitality, we ensure every day-to-day visit and bespoke event feels seamless from start to finish.

Our Team

Dan Gaylor brings two decades of deep-rooted dedication to The Pavilion, having spent the last 20 years hands-on in every facet of its operations.

From frontline hospitality to executive management, Dan now oversees all aspects of the venue - ensuring seamless events, exceptional guest experiences, and a vibrant community atmosphere backed by unmatched institutional knowledge and passion.

General Manager

Dan Gaylor

Sian Barker

With over a decade of expertise delivering unforgettable experiences, Events Director Sian Barker personally oversees every booking at The Pavilion.

From your initial walkthrough to the final toast, Sian works directly alongside you to tailor every detail, coordinate seamless logistics, and ensure your event is executed flawlessly.

When you host at The Pavilion, your vision is in expert hands.

Events Manager

Milos Simcevic

As a driving force behind our day-to-day operations, Milos ensures the Pavilion runs like clockwork - delivering a flawless experience for our guests while giving our team the steady support they need on the floor.

On top of keeping daily service seamless, Milos spearheads all of our music events. From curating a standout lineup to handling artist liaison, equipment logistics, and tight scheduling, he makes sure every musician has what they need to deliver an incredible show.

Thanks to his passion and detail, the Pavilion is always filled with great music.

Assistant Manager

Robyn White

Robyn is the steady presence on the floor who makes sure The Pavilion simply works as it should. She keeps a sharp eye on the day-to-day details, keeping service on track so guests enjoy a smooth, relaxed visit every time.

Equally focused on the team, Robyn is always on hand to clear roadblocks and give staff the practical, real-time support they need to handle the shift with confidence. She ensures the venue stays balanced, organised, and running without a hitch.

Assistant Manager

Life at The Pavilion

Gigs, wagging tails, standout plates, and seaside celebrations.
Take a look at the moments that make every day at Viking Bay special.

There’s nothing we enjoy more than helping you celebrate life’s big milestones. Whether it’s a dream wedding, a big birthday, or a classic anniversary bash, we bring your vision to life right by the sea.

Weddings & Events

Front-row seats to the sky! Positioned right on the seafront, our venue offers an unmatched vantage point to catch Broadstairs’ famous Viking Bay fireworks displays.

Fireworks

Sun, sea breeze, and live acoustic tunes - our weekly 'Bands on the Sand' garden sessions showcase the very best local talent for free, making it the ultimate laid-back afternoon by Viking Bay.

Bands on the Sands

Every year, we’re immensely proud to be an official partner venue for the iconic Broadstairs Folk Week - hosting sunny open-air garden gigs by day, before shifting gears to our Later @ The Pav night events in the main hall.

Broadstairs Folk Week

We love four-legged guests just as much as two-legged ones. We’re proudly dog-friendly and even serve freshly baked pup cakes so your pooch doesn't miss out!

Doggy Friendly

Situated literally on the sand, The Pavilion boasts panoramic, front-row seats to Viking Bay—step out onto our veranda for uninterrupted views across the beach, the historic pier, chalk cliffs, and sparkling ocean.

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Finding Us & Accessibility

Car & Parking

  • Broadstairs Harbour Car Park

    • Location: Harbour Street (directly outside the venue).

    • Details: This is the closest car park available. It is ideal for visitors requiring quick access, though spaces are limited and fill up very fast during peak summer months and weekends.

    Albion Street Car Park

    Location: Albion Street (~3-minute walk / 0.2 miles).

    • Details: A convenient public car park situated just off the main shopping street. Provides a brief walk down the hill to the seafront and Viking Bay.

    Chandos Square Car Park

    • Location: Chandos Square (~4-minute walk / 0.2 miles).

    • Details: A smaller surface car park located just off Victoria Parade, offering a quick walk through the gardens down to Harbour Street.

    Vere Road Car Park - Broadstairs

    • Location: Vere Road (~8-minute walk / 0.4 miles).

    • Details: A larger alternative if the seafront car parks are full. It provides reliable short and long-stay parking options slightly further back from the water.

    • Eastern Esplanade & Victoria Parade: Metered on-street parking is available along Eastern Esplanade overlooking Viking Bay.

    • Free Residential On-Street Parking: Unrestricted free parking can be found on quieter residential streets further up from the beachfront (such as Rectory Road, Thanet Road, or Northwood Road). These spots are generally a 5-to-10-minute walk away from the venue.

  • Pre-booking a private space using peer-to-peer parking apps is another option for visitors wishing to guarantee a spot:

    • YourParkingSpace: Active in Broadstairs, offering private driveways, dedicated spaces, and off-street spots in local residential areas (such as Pierremont Avenue and Claire Court) starting from reasonable daily rates.

    • JustPark: Offers pre-bookable spaces nearby, including dedicated listings at local commercial sites (such as the Co-op Car Park in St Peter's) or private residential driveways within walking distance

Train

Direct from London St Pancras

Reaching Broadstairs from London is effortless. Southeastern operates direct, high-speed services from London St Pancras International.

Depending on the departure time, two primary direct High-Speed routes bring you to our seaside town in as little as 80 minutes.

Walking from Broadstairs Station (~10-11 Minutes)

Once your train arrives at Broadstairs station, it is a straightforward 0.6-mile walk down to the seafront:

  1. Exit the station onto Station Approach and head towards the main road.

  2. Turn right onto High Street and follow it straight through the town centre as it slopes gently down to the sea.

  3. Continue straight onto Harbour Street at the bottom of the hill - you will find us overlooking Viking Bay!

Accessibility


We want every guest to enjoy The Pavilion without hassle.

The venue is fully accessible for wheelchair users and those with limited mobility,
offering three convenient entrances depending on how you arrive.

  • Harbour Street Entrance: Sloped, step-free entry directly through our main doors.

  • Garden Entrance: Stairs and an accessible ramp giving easy entry to the conservatory,
    main hall, and sweeping veranda.

  • Beach Entrance: Direct, seamless access right off the sand of Viking Bay.

Harbour Street Entrance

Beach Entrance

Garden Entrance (Slope on the right)