The Best Things to Do in Kent This May Half Term 2026

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May half term 2026 runs from Saturday 23 May to Sunday 31 May, with the Spring Bank Holiday falling on Monday 25 May, meaning the break kicks off with a long weekend already in the bag. Lucky you.<\/p>

The good news? Kent in late May is glorious. The gardens are in full bloom, the coast is calling, and the county's castles, wildlife parks and heritage sites all have something special lined up for families. Whether you're locals looking for something new or families discovering the Garden of England for the first time, we've rounded up the best things to do in Kent this May half term 2026.<\/p>

Looking for the best way to get around? Let the train take the strain with Southeastern's <\/a>great value Kids for a Quid tickets - children travel for just GBP1 when accompanied by a fare-paying adult, making a Kent adventure even easier on the wallet.<\/p>