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We followed a lost railway line to the door of a cosy country pub

We followed a lost railway line to the door of a cosy country pub

10 December 2023

Our reporter embarked on a six-mile stroll across a somewhat slippery country route – and discovered some fascinating Kentish history along the way.

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Christmas laser show returns for third year

Christmas laser show returns for third year

07 December 2023

A colourful laser display will light up the skies over a Kent coastal town this winter with music, circus acts and a funfair.

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Inside Kent's new miniature world

Inside Kent's new miniature world

05 December 2023

A new “immersive” tourist attraction has opened up in Kent, featuring a model town you can race around and countless miniature objects

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Christmas festival celebrating Charles Dickens returns to town centre

Christmas festival celebrating Charles Dickens returns to town centre

30 November 2023

The Dickensian Christmas Festival is back with more Victorian festivities, including lantern parades, street performers and characters.

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Santa Fun Run returns to historic landmark

Santa Fun Run returns to historic landmark

26 November 2023

Hundreds of Santas will be running past historic buildings and iconic film and TV sets to raise money for charity this Christmas.

Feel-good festive fun on mission to save Christmas at dockyard

Feel-good festive fun on mission to save Christmas at dockyard

24 November 2023

Families are spoilt for choice with festive attractions, but Mission Christmas at Chatham Dockyard offers something a bit different says our reviewer.

Christmas light trail returns to castle

Christmas light trail returns to castle

21 November 2023

A popular festive event is back for its second year, featuring incredible illuminations and colourful projections. Here’s how to book tickets.

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Spread Christmas cheer with Kent’s festive family days out

Spread Christmas cheer with Kent’s festive family days out

20 November 2023

From gingerbread decorating to film screenings and ice skating, there’s lots to keep everyone happy this Christmas. Here’s our top picks.

‘This is the place to beat this year’

‘This is the place to beat this year’

18 November 2023

Our reporter looks at one of the county’s most hypnotising Christmas light shows – as people far and wide get into the holiday spirit.

Step back in time with the National Trust’s Christmas activities

Step back in time with the National Trust’s Christmas activities

18 November 2023

Some of Kent’s most beautiful historic properties are putting on festivities from Tudor times and the Swinging Sixties this Christmas.

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Join the secret mission to help Mrs Claus save Christmas

Join the secret mission to help Mrs Claus save Christmas

15 November 2023

Santa’s secrets are set to be revealed in a secret festive mission at one of Kent’s biggest attractions.

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How and when to see one of Kent’s biggest castles transformed for Christmas

How and when to see one of Kent’s biggest castles transformed for Christmas

14 November 2023

The castle will put on twinkling lights, a festive forest trail and visits from Father Christmas. Here’s everything you need to know.

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Forest’s festive light trail returns for Christmas

Forest’s festive light trail returns for Christmas

13 November 2023

The spectacular illuminations and projections will return this week. Here’s everything you need to know.

Festival of lights to dazzle town once again

Festival of lights to dazzle town once again

09 November 2023

A free community event featuring live entertainment, a new lights installation and a fireworks finale will take place once again.

Free rainy day ideas that won’t break the bank

Free rainy day ideas that won’t break the bank

09 November 2023

Money’s tight at this time of year, but we’ve got some great family days out that can keep you and the kids happy on a budget.

Where to find your local Christmas lights switch-on

Where to find your local Christmas lights switch-on

06 November 2023

Wrap up warm, grab a mulled wine and watch your town light up with festive cheer this Christmas.

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Start your Christmas shopping at Kent's festive fairs

Start your Christmas shopping at Kent's festive fairs

04 November 2023

It’s time to get cracking on that Christmas shopping list as four huge festive fairs open next weekend.

Castle to transform into snowy winter wonderland for Christmas

Castle to transform into snowy winter wonderland for Christmas

02 November 2023

A Kent castle will recreate C S Lewis’ The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe this festive season, including a stunning snow-covered Narnia.

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EastEnders and CBBC actors to star in Aladdin panto

EastEnders and CBBC actors to star in Aladdin panto

01 November 2023

Popular TV stars will be taking part in this year's fairy-tale panto production in the Towns.

10 wicked Halloween weekend ideas

10 wicked Halloween weekend ideas

22 October 2023

Celebrate the spookiest weekend of the year with children’s parties, club nights, film screenings and more. Here’s our top picks.

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