They may have roamed the Earth millions of years ago – but now they’re back!

There are now two venues in the county where you can meet hundreds of dinosaurs this school holidays – and beyond.

Wingham Wildlife Park, near Canterbury, has opened its dinosaur attraction, which has almost 30 life-sized robotic dinosaurs in a special enclosure.

As well as a T-Rex – complete with a Jurassic Park-style Jeep – you can also see scary raptors and a huge diplodocus among the prehistoric predators and leaf eaters.

Children can dig for dinosaur bones in a sandpit and have their picture taken peering out of a giant dinosaur egg.

It is the latest investment in the hugely-popular park by owner Tony Binskin. He said: “The technology has moved on and these dinosaurs are among the latest and best. The way they move and roar is really going to excite the kids.”

There are also a range of other live animals, including lions, tigers and penguins and a soft indoor play area for children. For details go to winghamwildlifepark.co.uk

Also in the county, near Hythe, there’s some epic adventure to be had at Port Lympne Reserve’s Dinosaur Forest, which opened in time for the Easter holidays and has more than 100 life-sized dinosaurs.

The reserve also gives visitors the chance to learn about the creatures from rangers.

The new attraction coincides with Port Lympne’s 40th birthday. It was opened in 1976 by John Aspinall. For details go to aspinallfoundation.org or call 01303 264647.

Other attractions across the county...

Betteshanger Country Park
Get hands-on experience of the original dinosaurs at a fossil hunt on Saturday, April 9, when you can search for rocks likely to contain fossils with the experts. Sessions last 50 minutes and are on the hour every hour from 10am to 3pm. It costs £2. For details go to betteshangercountrypark.co.uk

Chatham Historic Dockyard
Get cooking in the lab with some science experiments in Doc Yard’s Secret Lab, with family-friendly activities running throughout the holidays and until Sunday, April 17. Entry tickets are valid for a tear. For details visit thedockyard.co.uk

Dreamland, Margate
A stone’s throw from the sea, the park’s nautical-themed Easter programme, Hoist the Main Sail, runs until Sunday, April 10, daily between 11am and 6pm. There’s a daily treasure hunt, bands on the bandstand and young visitors are encouraged to come dressed in their nautical best. For details visit dreamland.co.uk/easter

Groombridge Place
Meet some Alice in Wonderland characters who will be out and about in the gardens each day – Tweedle Dum and Tweedle Dee may even teach you a dance routine. The fun runs until Sunday, April 10. For entry fees and opening times go to groombridgeplace.com

Hever Castle
Hop to it and head of on the trail of the Lindt Gold Bunny through the castle gardens, finding clues as you go. There are also workshops and family entertainment, running until Sunday, April 10. For entry prices and opening times go to www.hevercastle.co.uk

Howletts Wild Animal Park
Have you ever been to a birthday party for a lemur? You can join two at the park, Gasy and Teddy. Make a lemur mask and follow a lemur trail, until Sunday, April 10. For entry and about the park, near Bekesbourne, visit aspinallfoundation.org

Ightham MoteJoin in with craft activities and pick up an activity pack at the historic house between 11am and 3pm daily until Sunday, April 10. For details visit nationaltrust.org.uk/ightham-mote

Kent and East Sussex RailwayChildren ride for just £1 throughout the holidays until Sunday, April 10 on the 10 and a half mile track between Tenterden and Bodiam. One adult paying £17 can ride with up to three children for £1 each. For details and to book go to kesr.org.uk

Kent Life, SandlingTake a tractor ride, and watch animal feeding sessions at the farming attraction, plus the chance to see newborn chicks and lambs. For details go to kentlife.org.uk or call 01622 763936.

Leeds Castle
Children of all ages can enjoy an Alice in Wonderland-themed trail which takes them across the picturesque estate. Easter Through the Looking Glass at the castle runs until Sunday, April 10. For details visit leeds-castle.com. Book online for entry to get 10% off admission.

Penshurst Place
Garden trails and learning about animals and plants that thrive underground will be held daily between 10.30am and dusk daily until Sunday, April 10, with crafts between noon and 4pm. For details visit penshurstplace.com