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‘Want an intimate panto without crowd chaos? Then this is your festive fix…’

‘Want an intimate panto without crowd chaos? Then this is your festive fix…’

With Christmas looming, pantomime season is in full swing and you don’t always need to travel far to get your festive fix…

'Out-of-this-world children's musical left us starstruck'

'Out-of-this-world children's musical left us starstruck'

A new musical for children billed as the "perfect introduction to theatre" left our reviewer and her young son starstruck.

‘We need to stop for 10 minutes so go get a drink at the bar’

‘We need to stop for 10 minutes so go get a drink at the bar’

Rock band Enter Shikari left Kent fans on a cliffhanger on the final night of their intimate UK tour.

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‘There’s always hope’: How it felt watching my hometown on the big screen

‘There’s always hope’: How it felt watching my hometown on the big screen

It’s not everyday a blockbuster movie tipped for a BAFTA is shot in your hometown. Reporter Alex Langridge gives her verdict on Andrea Arnold’s Bird.

‘This Christmas market is nothing short of spectacular’

‘This Christmas market is nothing short of spectacular’

Our reporter found much to enjoy on a trip to discover an enchanting Christmas market across the Channel.

We tried a Christmas experience named one of ‘the best festive days out in the UK’

We tried a Christmas experience named one of ‘the best festive days out in the UK’

We tried a festive experience with a difference - from collecting reindeer poop, to throwing presents - with a special visit to meet Santa too.

‘Scratch the surface and this pub isn’t all it seems’

‘Scratch the surface and this pub isn’t all it seems’

The Secret Drinker was left unimpressed by a burnt meal and a waitress who seemed like she’d rather be somewhere else.

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‘It’s silly, it’s slapstick, it’s spectacular’

‘It’s silly, it’s slapstick, it’s spectacular’

Kent’s biggest panto is back with fake snow, flying cars and a glittering cast of TV stars and legendary dames.

‘It’s the best way to get into the festive spirit’

‘It’s the best way to get into the festive spirit’

We went to see if this year’s Christmas at Bedgebury light trail still has its magical touch.

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‘The place was absolutely buzzing and everyone was having a whale of a time’

‘The place was absolutely buzzing and everyone was having a whale of a time’

We tried the much-hyped, new Kent restaurant that has transformed a run-down corner of a high street.

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We tried flashy new bowling alley in huge former Debenhams store

We tried flashy new bowling alley in huge former Debenhams store

A former department store that has long been empty at a Kent shopping centre is now occupied by a new bowling alley promising a “thrilling game”.

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We tried the £25 breakfast mocked over hefty price tag - was it worth it?

We tried the £25 breakfast mocked over hefty price tag - was it worth it?

A £25 all-you-can-eat breakfast in Kent has made national headlines over the past week due to its price tag. Here’s our verdict on the fry-up feast.

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‘I wanted to order everything!’: The fishmongers dishing up seafood ‘street food’ to die for

‘I wanted to order everything!’: The fishmongers dishing up seafood ‘street food’ to die for

Our reviewer visits a foodie haven to see if one of its newest offerings has carved out a niche in the market…

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A truly unique offering in Kent - and amazing value too

A truly unique offering in Kent - and amazing value too

Egyptian food is not something served up across Kent - but one seaside town is doing just that and our reviewer went along to check it out.

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What’s in a name: & Juliet proves it’s all about the leading lady

What’s in a name: & Juliet proves it’s all about the leading lady

We went to the opening night of the smash-hit jukebox musical & Juliet as it visits Kent on its first national tour.

A first-class ride all the way

A first-class ride all the way

It would be a crime to miss out on seeing the world’s most famous detective in Kent this week.

‘Lovely jubbly’: Only Fools would not enjoy this ‘cushty’ musical

‘Lovely jubbly’: Only Fools would not enjoy this ‘cushty’ musical

All the best jokes and scenes from eighties classic sitcom Only Fools and Horses are squished together to make the perfect feel-good musical

I’m sorry, this £14 ‘luxury haute dog’ just doesn’t cut the mustard

I’m sorry, this £14 ‘luxury haute dog’ just doesn’t cut the mustard

Our reporter was disappointed to discover there was little luxurious about this fancy spin on an all-American classic - other than the price.

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Step inside Ralph Steadman’s art studio at immersive new exhibition

Step inside Ralph Steadman’s art studio at immersive new exhibition

The Gonzo artist’s first UK exhibition in 10 years is opening in Kent - and we went along to see some of his finest work.

Cheddar in a Greek salad? Must do feta!

Cheddar in a Greek salad? Must do feta!

Our reviewer heads back to a familiar spot now under a new name and management and hoping to last longer than its short-lived predecessor.

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‘If you hate airport queues this is the way to go’

‘If you hate airport queues this is the way to go’

We reviewed an 11-night cruise around Iceland and it certainly beat airport security chaos

‘I experienced alpine luxury in eastern France’

‘I experienced alpine luxury in eastern France’

Our reporter took a trip to France and was fully immersed in life on the slopes, from ski lessons to wine tasting.

Grease is back on the road - and it’s electrifying!

Grease is back on the road - and it’s electrifying!

We went along to the opening night of Grease for an evening of hydromatic hand jives and stateside summer lovin’.

Singularly sensational: 17 lives on the Chorus Line

Singularly sensational: 17 lives on the Chorus Line

We went along to the opening night of the spectacular Broadway musical A Chorus Line as it made its way to Kent.

'Foodie capital of Kent is a bit Shoreditch - but there's nothing wrong with that!'

'Foodie capital of Kent is a bit Shoreditch - but there's nothing wrong with that!'

Our reviewer visits one of Kent’s foodie hotspots to sample the fun atmosphere with some excellent pizza.

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‘Family of super fans helped fire me up for rousing Dreamland gig’

‘Family of super fans helped fire me up for rousing Dreamland gig’

We were at Dreamland as X Factor winner James Arthur took to the stage for a consummate display of songwriting and showmanship...

‘Let’s prove we’re a better band than McFly!’

‘Let’s prove we’re a better band than McFly!’

Noughties band Busted sparked a friendly rivalry on stage last night when they headlined a stunning Kent venue.

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‘I enjoyed a taste of Spain at charming Kent restaurant ranked in UK’s top 100’

‘I enjoyed a taste of Spain at charming Kent restaurant ranked in UK’s top 100’

There’s no holiday by the Med for our reporter this summer, but one of the UK’s top local restaurants proved to be the next best thing...

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'I never thought I'd see Jason Donovan in fishnet stockings'

'I never thought I'd see Jason Donovan in fishnet stockings'

The Aussie star gave audiences an eyeful at the opening night of risqué musical the Rocky Horror Show.

Paloma Faith on form as she performs open-air concert in Kent

Paloma Faith on form as she performs open-air concert in Kent

The singer-songwriter, best known for hits Only Love Can Hurt Like This and Lullaby, wooed the crowds on the coast.

We went to UK's most photographed beach to see if Instagram matches reality

We went to UK's most photographed beach to see if Instagram matches reality

Golden sands, crystal clear water and the perfect pint make this Kent beach a must-visit - but it has one major problem.

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Hairspray is back in town - now run and tell that

Hairspray is back in town - now run and tell that

The opening night of feel-good musical Hairspray shared a much-needed message of love and positivity with Kent theatre-goers.

Big hair, big heels and even bigger dreams

Big hair, big heels and even bigger dreams

We were taken on a trip down Hollywood Boulevard at the opening night of Pretty Woman, starring Amber Davies and Ore Oduba.

We tried new cafe’s all-you-can-eat breakfast that costs just £8.99

We tried new cafe’s all-you-can-eat breakfast that costs just £8.99

A new cafe is offering a bargain big breakfast for just £8.99 - but does the taste match up to the enticing price?

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‘Punk, politics and provocative chants as Idles bring riotous show to Kent’

‘Punk, politics and provocative chants as Idles bring riotous show to Kent’

At times more political rally than punk gig, Idles put on a powerful and provocative show at Margate’s Dreamland that wasn’t for the faint-hearted…

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