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World’s last sea-going steamer to dock at Kent harbour for first time in two decades
29 October 2024The world’s last working sea-going paddle steamer is to return to a Kent harbour for the first time in more than 20 years.
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.
Seaside festival cancelled over lack of funding and safety fears
03 July 2024An annual water festival celebrating a town’s fishing industry has been cancelled following “safety” fears caused by a lack of funding.
First look inside huge soft play centre after expansion
15 March 2024A bounce park and soft play centre is set to reopen this weekend after doubling in size and adding new activities including an unlimited arcade.
Soap star visits Kent water park for sons’ birthdays
24 September 2023Coronation Street actor Sally Lindsay said she and her kids had “one of the best days out”, after visiting a Kent attraction for their birthdays.
Cinema screens, lions and private chefs at Kent's swankiest hotels
20 March 2023Want to push the boat out closer to home? We take a look at some of the county's most luxurious retreats you can stay in.
Water park unveils county-first attraction
05 October 2022A Kent water park is set to unveil a county-first cable attraction.
Kent park now home to 'thrilling' off-road buggies
05 September 2022A park has become the first location in the UK where thrill-seekers can get behind the wheel of an exciting off-road electric vehicle.
The woman who wants you to look closer at where you live
18 August 2022A woman with a passion for history has created quiz trail brochures to get people more aware of their towns.
'I was dropped from 46 metres and it was so good I did it again'
03 August 2022We tried Europe's biggest swing which features a massive, exhilarating drop over a cliff and reaches 80mph speeds.
Kent parks awarded Green Flag status
26 July 2022A record number of parks in Kent have been recognised as some of the best kept outdoor spaced in the country securing Green Flag Awards.
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.
Gravity Rocks opens 'biggest climbing walls ever'
28 June 2022A new climbing centre, trampoline zone and dodgeball court is set to open at Bluewater.
Zipline attraction announces two new rides
28 June 2022Daredevils will get the chance to try out indoor sky diving or a giant swing at Bluewater.
We explore the new Cantii Way cycle route
23 June 2022To celebrate the launch of a new 145-mile trail around the county we told our reporter to get on his bike and give it a try.
Enjoy the heatwave: Kent’s most Instagrammable picnic spots
17 June 2022We’ve scanned social media to find some of the county’s most picture-perfect places as it's National Picnic Week.
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.
Roarsome fun finding fossils
10 June 2022We tried the new Dino Expedition at a Kent country park where Jurassic World fans get to hunt for fossils and take them home.
Hopes 145-mile bike route will encourage cycle tourism
26 May 2022A new long-distance cycle route weaving through Kent is being officially unveiled today.
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.
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Pedestrian killed in M2 crash involving ‘number of vehicles’
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‘This Christmas market is truly magical - but there’s just one problem’
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Inside Kent’s newest B&M store in former Wilko
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Lorry bursts into flames on roundabout approach
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Delays after tank strapped to lorry hits railway bridge
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