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A cast iron statue by Antony Gormley, which stands in the sea on the Kent coast, has been granted permission to stay on.
From illuminated trails to ice skating and chances to see Santa this Christmas - here's what's on this festive season across the county:
Christmas is coming early across the county as towns switch on their lights, virtually, earlier than ever. Take a look at some sparkling already:
Lockdown doesn't have to mean you can abandon your fitness goals. We've sought out five ways to keep moving, whether it's inside or out.
Stir Up Sunday - the day when families traditionally make their Christmas puddings - is coming. Here's how to get stuck in:
A small in-person audience and a larger virtual one enjoyed the return of live music to a county venue.
A panto made by Blue Peter star Peter Duncan in his own garden will be screened at a cinema in the county this Christmas.
Father Christmas will be setting up a Covid-safe grotto inside some caves on the Kent coast this Christmas.
Theatre managers have started rehearsals for their Christmas panto and made a video explaining how they are able to make sure the show goes on.
It only takes a minute to listen to our review of the animated Oscar winner, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse. Hear it here:
A Kent attraction will have a wishing tree to place wishes on, and the chance to catch a glimpse of Santa, as part of its outdoor festive event.
Comedian John Bishop will be bringing laughs to the county as his Right Here, Right Now tour is scheduled to visit five Kent theatres in 2021.
After his tour, This Is Me, had to be cancelled due to the pandemic, Strictly star Giovanni Pernice has rescheduled three dates in the county in 2021.
Our county's farmers' markets are doing an essential job, providing local produce. Here's how to find your nearest:
Looking for some outdoor fun that's lockdown-friendly this weekend? Here's where you can still head to within the guidelines, if you're near:
A Medway-based firm has created a special sanitising spray which you can make at home in minutes, is safe and good for the environment too.
A live, socially-distanced gig by a local band, signed to Slaves' record label, is planned for the day after the end of lockdown.
It only takes a minute to hear our review of the whodunit Knives Out streaming now, starring Daniel Craig. Have a listen here:
As children's character Rupert the Bear turns 100, we take a look at his creation in the county, his legacy and his birthday celebrations.
A socially distanced, drive-in fireworks display has been moved to new post-lockdown dates which will see it go ahead with a festive theme.
