Dreamland is undergoing a 'cultural makeover' which will make it the entertainment park of the future, with vintage rides, landscaped gardens, music, art and street food, organisers say.

The Margate park will reopen after its makeover with new features on Friday, April 28.

The new look will unveil an updated and re-landscaped space bringing together the historic rides, interactive art installations, adventurous street food and an eclectic programme of live events.

The modern additions include an interactive marble run and a mirrored spinning top.

Working with experts, including Joby Carter of the famous Carter's Steam Fair family, the vintage rides have been restored, including the Scenic Railway rollercoaster.

The ride line-up also now features the Brooklands Speedway, Wedgwood Tea Cups and The Crazy Mouse.

A 15,000-capacity stage is also coming with promises to welcome some of the biggest names in music.

“It’s great to see plans taking shape to restore Dreamland to its former glory" - Thanet District Council leader Chris Wells

Organisers are aiming to emulate London's street food culture with foodsellers offering everything from wood fired pizza to Mexican tacos, while on the seafront, the original 1930s Cinque Ports pub is being brought back to life and will include a rooftop bar by the summer.

Live music will come to the Hall By The Sea this summer, with both The Kills and Slaves taking to the stage, and there will be pop-up cinema, live comedy and traditional tea dances.

Jennie Double, commercial director, said: “We cannot wait to unveil the new park to locals and visitors alike.

"By combining contemporary food and culture with authentic vintage rides and the uniquely British heritage that only we can offer – we believe we’ve captured something truly special with this newly imagined incarnation of Dreamland.”

Park operators Sands Heritage Limited see the makeover as part of its on-going transformation of the seafront and attraction, which went into administration in 2015.

Cllr Chris Wells, leader of Thanet District Council, said: “It’s great to see plans taking shape to restore Dreamland to its former glory.

"None of this would have been possible without the council’s early action to secure the site.

"And it doesn’t end there. Along with the operator’s plans to improve the park, the council is now leading on the next phase of redevelopment which will see the iconic Sunshine Café brought back to life and the front of the cinema building restored.

"This reflects our united commitment to create a first class destination that the local community can be proud of.”

Chair of the Dreamland Trust Bernie Morgan said: "It is very good news that Dreamland is continuing to grow its attractions, which should encourage additional visitors and make it even more popular.

"We are also delighted with the operator’s commitment to the heritage of the site, which includes the vintage rides. This is very important to us and the local community. The Trust will continue to support any positive changes helping to safeguard Dreamland's unique offer and sustainable future."

For details go to dreamland.co.uk