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EastEnders' Shaun plays quizmaster for the World's Largest Online Quiz

29 April 2020
EastEnders' Shaun plays quizmaster for the World's Largest Online Quiz

Kent-based actor Shaun Williamson has found a new role, hosting an online quiz on Friday nights, which is proving popular around the world.

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Learn more about wine virtually

29 April 2020
Learn more about wine virtually

A Kent vineyard is launching virtual wine tastings for you to try at home - and pyjamas are on the dress code.

We've scone crazy for baking at home

29 April 2020
We've scone crazy for baking at home

Fancy a cheese scone? Thousands of us do, as the National Trust reveals just how many recipe downloads there have been during lockdown.

The top 9 board games to play whatever the weather

28 April 2020
The top 9 board games to play whatever the weather

From classics like Battleship, and Jenga to a speedy new version of Monopoly and new games such as Banagrams, here's the top 9 board games to play:

Watch Benedict Cumberbatch perform live at home

28 April 2020
Watch Benedict Cumberbatch perform live at home

Benedict Cumberbatch will star in the latest popular National Theatre at Home lockdown screenings, which have so far had millions of viewers.

The 'Skinny Jean Gardener' gives tips on gardening for kids

27 April 2020
The 'Skinny Jean Gardener' gives tips on gardening for kids

From 'mud kitchens' to nature inspired art and growing veges: Blue Peter's 'Skinny Jean Gardener' Lee Connelly gives tips on getting kids gardening.

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Your latest snaps of Kent in lockdown

27 April 2020
Your latest snaps of Kent in lockdown

Quarantine birthdays, colourful undies and a lesson in social distancing from a six-year-old are among the latest entries for Snapshot Kent.

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Lloyd Webber shows stream for free

24 April 2020
Lloyd Webber shows stream for free

Musical theatre shows by Andrew Lloyd Webber are being streamed for free for 48 hours during lockdown. Here's what's on this weekend:

Banner scheme raises more than £3,000 for the NHS

23 April 2020
Banner scheme raises more than £3,000 for the NHS

A man who decided to have a banner made up to support the NHS has raised thousands after word spread and local people and businesses wanted one too.

See tulips bloom in their thousands

23 April 2020
See tulips bloom in their thousands

A Kent castle's annual tulip festival has gone online so the thousands of visitors who would normally enjoy them can still see the flowers in bloom.

Paint the town red (and white) for St George's Day

23 April 2020
Paint the town red (and white) for St George's Day

We've got a special free poster to thank the NHS for tonight's clap for carers event on St George's Day, plus other ideas to celebrate the day.

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Americana music festival postpones until next summer

22 April 2020
Americana music festival postpones until next summer

A music festival which would have marked its third year in Kent this summer will be staged next year, with extra acts on the line-up.

Making music online during lockdown

22 April 2020
Making music online during lockdown

With events cancelled and venues closed, Kent musicians are going online with one virtual fundraising concert to raise funds for a fire-hit boardwalk.

Theatre workshops move online during lockdown

22 April 2020
Theatre workshops move online during lockdown

A theatre is continuing its performance workshops by moving them online during lockdown and the subject will be... lockdown.

Little Mix forced to call off their summer tour

22 April 2020
Little Mix forced to call off their summer tour

The world's biggest girl band, Little Mix, announce they have cancelled their summer tour, which had a date in Kent, followed by Irish band Westlife.

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World class shows ready to stream with Digital Theatre

22 April 2020
World class shows ready to stream with Digital Theatre

The world's leading digital platform for the arts, showing world class productions, is offering a free month's trial. Here's how to sign up:

How to see stars during lockdown

22 April 2020
How to see stars during lockdown

Instead of reaching for the remote, why not let the sky at night bring you a whole new world? Here are some expert tips on getting started stargazing:

Curators work digitally during lockdown on new exhibition

21 April 2020
Curators work digitally during lockdown on new exhibition

Curators at Winston Churchill's former home have continued to work on a new display of his artworks, by working digitally together during lockdown.

Fruit crisps get royal seal of approval

21 April 2020
Fruit crisps get royal seal of approval

A Kent company which has just 18 staff has been recognised with a Queen's Award for its products, which are the first of their kind in the UK.

Scheme for NHS staff to be near hospitals launches

20 April 2020
Scheme for NHS staff to be near hospitals launches

A Kent estate agency has launched a scheme for NHS staff fighting the coronavirus to stay in properties close to hospitals at reduced rates.

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