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Towns' final Christmas lights switch-on fun

Towns' final Christmas lights switch-on fun

02 December 2022

The last of a series of festive lights switch-ons is set to take place featuring entertainment and special guests.

The perfect time to buy your Christmas tree

The perfect time to buy your Christmas tree

02 December 2022

We spoke to an expert and got some top tips on when to buy your Christmas tree, how to look after it and how much you can expect to pay.

28 Elf on the Shelf ideas

28 Elf on the Shelf ideas

01 December 2022

Homes across Kent have been invaded by a contingent of pint-sized pixies - here's a guide to some of the mischief you should be prepared for.

More pop-up stalls set for closure-hit shopping centre

More pop-up stalls set for closure-hit shopping centre

30 November 2022

Shoppers will be able to enjoy more pop-up stalls in a town centre next year following the successful arrival of Christmas-themed stands.

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Donations drop at foodbank helping thousands

Donations drop at foodbank helping thousands

29 November 2022

A charity which helps to provide food and support for thousands in need says it is desperately short of food donations as winter looms.

Lights trail returns to park

Lights trail returns to park

29 November 2022

A lights trail has returned this winter with a brand new theme and installations promising fun and interactive experiences for the family.

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Toy shop donates a pallet of presents to kmfm’s Christmas campaign

Toy shop donates a pallet of presents to kmfm’s Christmas campaign

28 November 2022

A toy firm that was started in a Kent shed has donated a huge haul of gifts to bring joy to vulnerable children this Christmas.

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Annual parade turns on town's Christmas lights

Annual parade turns on town's Christmas lights

27 November 2022

It is officially Christmas in one town after they switched on their lights with a magical parade.

Netflix star delights crowd at lights switch-on

Netflix star delights crowd at lights switch-on

26 November 2022

The star of a Netflix drama was among the special guests when a town's 'magical' Christmas lights were switched on this evening.

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Christmas illuminations make their dazzling debut

Christmas illuminations make their dazzling debut

26 November 2022

We went to the opening night of Kent’s newest festive light trail to see if it has the makings of a must-see Christmas event.

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Festive parade held in town centre

Festive parade held in town centre

25 November 2022

The wind and rain didn't stop a magical Christmas event as the town centre and residents got into the festive spirit.

We joined a top secret mission to help save Christmas

We joined a top secret mission to help save Christmas

25 November 2022

We were among the first to take part in Mission Christmas, a new interactive adventure which lets visitors see behind the scenes this festive season.

In the mood for some festive fun? Don't miss tonight's Christmas parade

In the mood for some festive fun? Don't miss tonight's Christmas parade

24 November 2022

It's go, go, go as the man with the ho, ho, hos takes to the streets of the County Town.

Where to watch last Christmas lights switch on

Where to watch last Christmas lights switch on

24 November 2022

As the countdown to Christmas gets closer, here are some of the excellent lights switch ons left for the Towns.

Castle prepares for Christmas illuminations

Castle prepares for Christmas illuminations

23 November 2022

The highly-anticipated Christmas light trail is making its debut at a new Kent location this week.

'If early Xmas cheer leaves us longing for low-key January count me out'

'If early Xmas cheer leaves us longing for low-key January count me out'

22 November 2022

Christmas is starting way too early and could hit our bank accounts in a cost of living crisis, writes columnist Lauren Abbott.

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Amazing toys boost for radio Christmas appeal

Amazing toys boost for radio Christmas appeal

22 November 2022

A Kent supermarket has boosted the kmfm Give A Gift Christmas appeal by donating two baskets of toys to the radio station's studios.

Mum's quest to put on biggest Christmas lights display in UK

Mum's quest to put on biggest Christmas lights display in UK

21 November 2022

A huge replica Coca-Cola truck is among the props a mum hopes will help her win the title of biggest Christmas lights display in the UK.

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We spent nearly £100 at this ‘free’ Christmas attraction

We spent nearly £100 at this ‘free’ Christmas attraction

21 November 2022

With fighting barmen, hefty prices and a drink that looked like curry sauce, is Hyde Park’s Winter Wonderland really worth the trip?

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Where to spot Santa in Kent this Christmas

Where to spot Santa in Kent this Christmas

20 November 2022

We’ve got 10 magical Christmas grottos where you can visit the man himself this December.

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