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Tour guides fear Brexit will kill businesses

Tour guides fear Brexit will kill businesses

01 October 2021

Businesspeople have told of their concerns a new post-Brexit passport policy will have an "enormous economic impact" upon Kent's tourism industry.

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'Firms are entering a dangerous moment'

'Firms are entering a dangerous moment'

30 September 2021

A leading business organisation warns of an 'autumn storm' of challenges to the county's small firms.

Why has swanky rooftop restaurant not yet opened?

Why has swanky rooftop restaurant not yet opened?

26 September 2021

Diners have been awaiting the launch a rooftop restaurant at the summit of an ugly office block - but the approved project has not progressed.

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Petition to stop winery and visitor centre

Petition to stop winery and visitor centre

24 September 2021

Hundreds of people have opposed plans for a vineyard and visitor centre designed by architect Lord Foster.

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Sustainable future tops summit agenda

Sustainable future tops summit agenda

23 September 2021

One of the county's leading business events will be back for a fifth year in January - with green issues on the agenda.

Celebrating the county's hop crop

Celebrating the county's hop crop

22 September 2021

A fortnight celebrating beers made from hops in their freshest form kicks off this week, with pubs and breweries across the county getting involved.

'Don't let our village become the next Sheppey'

'Don't let our village become the next Sheppey'

21 September 2021

Concerned residents fear their village could 'become like Sheppey' if plans to significantly expand a caravan park are given the go-ahead.

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'Island gives much more than just kiss-me-quick hats'

'Island gives much more than just kiss-me-quick hats'

21 September 2021

Why is Sheppey so often treated with ridicule across Kent and used as an insult? Reporter John Nurden sets the record straight.

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Cider makers launch first wine

Cider makers launch first wine

20 September 2021

A family-run company which has been known for its local cider has also launched a range of wine, produced from a single vineyard planted a decade ago.

Ferry firm predicts booking surge after PCR test rule changes

Ferry firm predicts booking surge after PCR test rule changes

17 September 2021

A firm which operates ferries between Dover and France expects increased demand after the government announced relaxed travel rules.

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Pioneering CEO of wine producer steps down

Pioneering CEO of wine producer steps down

17 September 2021

One of the most influential figures in the English wine industry has stepped down after 20 years at the helm of a major winemaker.

Brewer scoops top Camra award

Brewer scoops top Camra award

17 September 2021

The Campaign for Real Ale (Camra) has presented one of the county's brewers with a special award for its commitment to quality beers.

Vacant pub set for £100,000 revamp

Vacant pub set for £100,000 revamp

16 September 2021

A landmark former pub is to be converted into a new venue after years of wrangling over its future.

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Hugely popular Kent festivals under threat

Hugely popular Kent festivals under threat

16 September 2021

Council bosses plan to cut all financial ties with two large-scale annual crowd-pulling events and hope private enterprises will take them on.

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Eurostar services will not resume until 2023

Eurostar services will not resume until 2023

15 September 2021

The extended suspension of direct international railway links between the county and the continent has been called 'bad news for Kent'.

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Fire-hit pub reveals re-opening date

Fire-hit pub reveals re-opening date

15 September 2021

A popular pub is set to welcome back customers after a blaze caused major damage to the premises.

Jobless figures tumble across the county

Jobless figures tumble across the county

14 September 2021

There has been another drop in those claiming Universal Credit - but will the end of furlough bring back-to-back falls to an end?

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Drive-in cinema plan turned down

Drive-in cinema plan turned down

13 September 2021

Plans to open a drive-in cinema at a popular outlet centre have been rejected.

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Village pub to be brought back to life

Village pub to be brought back to life

13 September 2021

Permission is being sought to revamp a village pub, create a holiday let property and build four new homes on adjacent land.

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Vaccine passport plans ditched in dramatic u-turn

Vaccine passport plans ditched in dramatic u-turn

12 September 2021

Controversial plans to introduce vaccine passports for nightclubs and other crowded venues have been scrapped following a strong backlash.

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