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Spanish galleon coming to Kent harbour - and public can go aboard
17 July 2024A replica of the kind of ship of the Spanish Crown for maritime expeditions will be open to the public as the 48m vessel docks at a Kent harbour.
New free bus serving town’s ‘top attractions’ to launch
18 June 2024A new free-of-charge bus service taking passengers across one of Kent’s busiest seaside towns is to launch next month.
Beaches packed as temperatures soar
25 June 2023Families have flocked to the beach as the county experiences one of the hottest days on record so far this year.
The best beach breaks on your doorstep
23 July 2022From camping and caravans to high-end hotels, we’ve got your summer holiday covered right here in Kent.
Kent's best beaches: The complete guide
11 June 2022Heading to the beach in Kent as the temperature rises? Here's your guide to the county's best.
Kent beaches given Blue Flag and Seaside Award
13 May 2022More than 10 beaches in Kent have been recognised for their cleanliness and facilities offered to visitors.
New adventure golf course to open by summer
08 March 2022A new adventure golf course could open at the same time as the popular paddling pool next door, its owner has revealed.
Kent coastline beats Dorset in beach chart
08 March 2022A holiday company has ranked the county's coast the fifth best in the UK, beating holiday hotspots Dorset and Cumbria.
Olivia Colman joins filming for Hollywood movie
06 March 2022Filming for a new Sam Mendes film featuring Olivia Colman and Colin Firth has been taking place on the Kent coast over the past week.
New Travelodge to open 'in time for summer'
04 May 2021A new hotel is set to open bringing 20 new jobs in time for an expected surge in staycations this summer.
New underground gallery has the wow factor
04 May 2021Owners of a gallery hope the subterranean art space with sculpture tunnel and film room will be yet another draw to a popular seaside town.
Could you be a volunteer at The Open this summer?
18 February 2021Following exciting news that The 149th Open is definitely happening this July, a recruitment campaign has begun to find volunteers
Rare bats found in castle after 100 year absence
14 January 2021A rare bat has been found at roost inside a castle - the first time it has been seen in over 100 years in Kent.
Gallery expansion gets the go-ahead
12 January 2021A prominent gallery can now expand into its cellar after gaining planning permission to develop into the Grade II listed wine vaults
Kent hotels featured in the new Good Hotel Guide
07 October 2020Rooms with a view in the county's hotels and B&Bs have been featured in the latest Good Hotel Guide, published this week.
Life's a beach in Broadstairs
08 August 2019Beautiful beaches, surfing spots, drinking holes and festivals - here's our guide to Broadstairs.
Live your best beach life
28 June 2019Heading to the beach in Kent? Here's our guide to some of the county's best
Come to picturesque Kent, commuters urged
23 May 2018Stunning images of Kent have gone on show in the capital as part of a summer campaign to encourage visitors.
Enjoy some golden moments: beaches in Kent
07 May 2018In Kent, we have 350 miles of coastline, and that means beaches to suit everyone. Here's our guide.
Get the most from the Kent coast
20 July 2017The county has an impressive 11 Blue Flag beaches – awarded on the basis of the quality of the water and facilities offered
