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The remarkable hidden Kent beach I had all to myself

06 September 2023
The remarkable hidden Kent beach I had all to myself

Reporter Rhys Griffiths enjoys exploring a secluded part of Kent, and comes across a deserted beach, lighthouses, nature reserve and power station.

From Dart Charge to Eurostar, why is Kent getting short-changed on transport?

02 September 2023
From Dart Charge to Eurostar, why is Kent getting short-changed on transport?

Despite being the Gateway to Europe, Kent still suffers from more than its fair share of issues when it comes to travel by road, rail and sea.

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The Kent riverside walk that is ‘close to perfection’

25 August 2023
The Kent riverside walk that is ‘close to perfection’

Reporter Rhys Griffiths took a riverside walk and discovered a corner of Kent that could be perfect for those wanting a day out in the countryside.

All the reaction as pupils across Kent discover GCSE results

24 August 2023
All the reaction as pupils across Kent discover GCSE results

Follow our live blog for the latest reaction as pupils in Kent receive their exam results today.

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Could these be ‘the finest fish and chips in all England’?

24 August 2023
Could these be ‘the finest fish and chips in all England’?

Our reporter made the trip to a far-flung pub to sample what it claims could be the finest example of our national dish anywhere in the land.

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‘It still haunts me that I couldn’t tell him the bus was heading straight for him’

20 August 2023
‘It still haunts me that I couldn’t tell him the bus was heading straight for him’

A year on from a crash in which a man was killed by a bus, a witness says it is awful that there has yet to be an explanation for the tragedy.

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All the reaction as pupils across Kent discover A-level results

17 August 2023
All the reaction as pupils across Kent discover A-level results

Students across the country are receiving their exam results today – with grades lower than last year expected.

‘High-speed trains in £27m makeover – but you would hardly know’

14 August 2023
‘High-speed trains in £27m makeover – but you would hardly know’

The first of Southeastern’s refurbished high-speed trains entered service this morning and we went on board to take a look around.

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'I went off the beaten track and found the perfect slice of Kent'

11 August 2023
'I went off the beaten track and found the perfect slice of Kent'

Reporter Rhys Griffiths decided to explore a part of Kent he’s never toured before, and was delighted with what he uncovered.

Bottomless sushi for just £20?! And it tastes incredible too!

03 August 2023
Bottomless sushi for just £20?! And it tastes incredible too!

Our reporter entered a new restaurant as a sushi sceptic – but after trying the five-star food from the “bottomless” menu, he left a convert.

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The stunning walk with some of Kent’s best views – and a riverside beer garden

30 July 2023
The stunning walk with some of Kent’s best views – and a riverside beer garden

A pint and sandwich at a wonderful riverside pub after a bracing hike over the hills make this walk another of Kent’s hidden gems.

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'Why I actually quite like the reviled and ridiculed plans for my hometown'

25 July 2023
'Why I actually quite like the reviled and ridiculed plans for my hometown'

Tower blocks proposed for Folkestone harbour have been widely derided by residents – but Rhys Griffiths thinks they could be good for the town.

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We tried the ‘glorious’ Kent riverside pub walk rated among best in Britain

07 July 2023
We tried the ‘glorious’ Kent riverside pub walk rated among best in Britain

With beautiful views and a delicious pub lunch at the end, it’s no surprise this riverside walk is one of the most popular in the country.

Stepping back in time on ‘magnificent’ steam train journey across Kent

29 June 2023
Stepping back in time on ‘magnificent’ steam train journey across Kent

It’s not cheap at £195 per person, so is this steam train journey through the Garden of England – with champagne all round – worth the expense?

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‘Are straight, white men being erased from broadcasting? Our box has been ticked for decades!’

26 June 2023
‘Are straight, white men being erased from broadcasting? Our box has been ticked for decades!’

An ex-Strictly star fears straight white men are being erased from our screens – but our columnist says it’s about time some other boxes got ticked.

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‘Never, never underestimate the power of the sea’

23 June 2023
‘Never, never underestimate the power of the sea’

A journalist who covered the mission to discover the wreck of Titanic believes people will continue to explore the site despite this week’s tragedy.

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‘Free KFC? The food here is too good to go to waste!’

13 June 2023
‘Free KFC? The food here is too good to go to waste!’

We visited the unique “community fridge” where anyone can grab fresh food for free – including bags of KFC chicken.

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We tried one of Kent’s best walks and the views were breathtaking

11 June 2023
We tried one of Kent’s best walks and the views were breathtaking

Named one of the world’s top visitor destinations, we tried out a walk with a stunning mix of natural beauty and top places to eat and drink.

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‘Why did everyone seem so terrified of blaming Brexit?’

06 June 2023
‘Why did everyone seem so terrified of blaming Brexit?’

The Kentish sparkling wine was flowing in Westminster – but no one seemed to want to mention the elephant in the room.

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Do people in Kent actually care about the small boats crisis?

05 June 2023
Do people in Kent actually care about the small boats crisis?

Our reporter questions whether the government has bigger priorities than illegal Channel crossings, while Kent residents also offer their views….

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