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Autumn gardens in Kent

With autumn just around the corner it’s time to start planning days out in Kent. From pick your own pumpkin spots, to autumn gardens at National Trust properties and special events at the likes of Hever Castle and Leeds Castle, with so much to do you’ll be spoilt for choice.
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Kent Tourism Awards 2019 Winners

What better way to start 2020 than celebrating with some of Kent's award winning businesses? Discover the winners of the Kent Tourism Awards 2019 right here.
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Views from Instagram to brighten your day

Over on our Instagram page, @VisitKent, we share so many beautiful photos of our stunning county, that we thought we'd collate some of our favourites to brighten up your day!
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Kent's Local Produce

With so many local businesses popping up across our high streets to our farms in the countryside, there's never been a better time to shop local. Here are some of the best Kent independent businesses you can support right now, and get some amazing products while you're at it - come on, show us your Kent spirit!
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Father's Day in Kent

We’ve curated the best gifts and experiences across Kent to get you into​ dad's good books this Father's Day, no matter how hard he is to buy for! Panic over...
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Independent Shopping

Your guide to some of our favourite independent shops in Kent - from artisinal coffee shops to chic boutiques and everything in between, we know you'll find something that takes your fancy in Kents shopping scene...
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Businesses open for takeaways

With so many of our favourite businesses staying open for takeaways during the current restrictions, we're officially declaring night in is the new out... here are some of the places to know for delivery and collection this winter
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Valentine's Day: Home Edition

We know spending 24/7 with your loved ones isn't exactly a recipe for romance, but we've got some ideas to make this Valentine's Day stand out from the crowd. From date night dinners in to the perfect gifts for now and later, let's take the chance to say 'I love you' this February 14th.
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Staycation in East Kent

Creative cities, cultural coast and calm countryside, the shores of East Kent are perfect escape for your summer minibreak.
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Summer of Sport

Outdoor activities and big sporting events are back with bang this summer, with a great line-up of international events no matter your ball of choice. From the Euros, Wimbolden, The Lions Tour, the Tour de France AND the Olympics to top it all off, we’ve got the ways to celebrate our summer of sport at home in Kent.
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Summer holiday fun

After quite the school year, you deserve some family fun – so whether you’re searching for adventure in the treetops, a magical escape to the castle or your very own Great British Bake Off afternoon, we’ve got the days out to enjoy the summer holidays right here in Kent this year.
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Celebrating Halloween in Kent

The pumpkins are popping up, soon the house’s will be decked with cobwebs and fake spiders, and we’re contemplating what spooky costume we’ll be donning for trick or treat this season! Tis the season for spooky nights out and creepy trips to the castles as Halloween is just around the corner. Here’s out to get the most out of the season in Kent in 2021…
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Half term in Kent 2021

Venues across the county have been busy cooking up a boredom-busting itinerary of fun ready to entice little ones next week!
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Your Guide to Veganuary in Kent

Kent has some of the best spots for plant-based grub that we think will sway even the staunchest meat-eater! Keep reading for the best restaurants, cafés and special Veganuary treats
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Kent's Royal Links

As we're in the midst of a coronation period of King Charles, we’re taking a look at Kent’s royal links of past and present.
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LGBTQ+ History in Kent

February marks LGBTQ+ history month – a chance to learn and educate ourselves on LGBTQ+ history, and celebrate those who have fought, and are still fighting, for a more inclusive society and the right to be their truest self. Kent has long been home to people who challenged the conformist norms around gender and sexuality, and we’re proud to celebrate them and their impact in their fields of work and on our history. Let’s raise the rainbow flag together...
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Jubilee Celebrations in Kent

Hang the bunting and pop that Pimms​ on ice, it’s only the Jubilee weekend! In celebration of Her Majesty The Queen’s amazing 70 years on the throne, we’re enjoying a right royal knees up with an extra bank holiday! And after the testing times of the past couple of years, we’re also celebrating Thank Your Day on Sunday 5th June, to celebrate the people and communities that have helped us all. The four-day weekend lies ahead, and we’ve got plenty of ways you can spend your extra time off in Kent…
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Kent's Cultural Hotspots - Museums, Memorials & Historical Sites

Is there a better way to while away an afternoon than a wander around a museum? The centres for fascinating history, art and culture are always warm and welcoming, whether it’s their knowledgeable tour guides or friendly café staff! We’re so lucky that here in Kent we have an abundance of interesting museums, historical sites and memorials, from the historic and famous to the quirky and unique, so celebrate Museums with us as we walk you through our top cultural hotspots…
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Amazing places to stay in Kent

Stay the night and explore all that Kent has to offer, from seaside escapes to wildlife wonders!
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Celebrate Halloween & Fireworks Night In Kent - Spooky Season

It's spooooky season here in the Garden of England, and we're ready for a week of haunting events for your little witches and wizards to enjoy - with a side of gunpowder plot and fireworks events to end out the week!
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