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The ancient routes in Kent followed by kings
17 July 2020From a brutal murder to tourists on tandem tricyles, here's the fascinating history of pilgrimages in Kent.
The chequered history of the 'UK's Disneyland'
16 July 2020As plans for the 'UK's answer to Disneyland' go out to public consultation, we look at the chequered history of the London Resort scheme.
The story of the bingo hall set for closure
15 July 2020Built amid the glitz of Art Deco Britain, the future of a former cinema turned bingo hall now set for closure was far less glamorous.
The history behind Kent's lavender fields
15 July 2020As July marks the harvesting season for lavender farmers in Kent, we take a look at why the plant grown here is in such high demand across the world.
Kent's fashion through the ages
14 July 2020From pop-art dresses, shoulder pads and platforms shoes, a Kent museum set to reopen is showcasing fashion favourites with a trip down memory lane.
Kent's 600-year-old charity founded by two medieval knights
13 July 2020A multi-million pound 600-year-old charity founded by two medieval knights has stood the test of time to provide vital river crossings for centuries.
Kent's lost cinemas and what they are now
13 July 2020We take a look back at the history of some of Kent's former cinemas and see what they have become.
Fatal explosion as servicemen salvaged fuel from shipwreck
12 July 2020The story of the servicemen who perished in a freak accident at sea shortly after the end of the war.
The 400-year-old Kent dockyard which employed 10,000
11 July 2020The closure of Chatham Dockyard in 1984 ended 400 years of shipbuilding in Medway but the legend of the dockyard will never die.
Watch: Kent County Show through the years
10 July 2020Discover the history of the time-honoured agricultural event which has been synonymous with the south east for nearly a century.
Kent's lost swimming pools
09 July 2020From Sheerness Aquarena to Clifton Baths, we've looked back at a selection of Kent's swimming pools and lidos which have been loved and lost.
The terrifying tale of the brides in the bath killer
08 July 2020In 1915 George Smith hanged at Maidstone Prison after being convicted of three of England's most notorious murders - this is his story.
Strange nature: Kent's most bizarre natural events
07 July 2020From glowing waves to demon shrimp, here are some of the weird and wonderful natural events in Kent.
TV historian reveals secrets of Roman Kent
06 July 2020A leading historian is set to start conducting three-day tours of the county, unearthing the secrets of what life was like under the Romans.
From the first settlers to the first president: Kent's historical links with America
04 July 2020As Americans celebrate Independence Day, we look Kent's historical links with the country.
The first ever pub in your town - and what's there now
04 July 2020While some have become Italian restaurants or bargain stores, many of Kent's oldest pubs are still going.
Spirit of 1966: Forgotten tales of England's World Cup win
02 July 2020From flogging typewriters from Wembley's press box to trouble outside a TV shop - we uncover forgotten tales of the summer of 1966.
Tragedy strikes on the railways of Kent
01 July 2020We take a look back at some of the most dramatic accidents and incidents in the history of the county's railways.
Does tourist hotspot hold the key to Lord Lucan mystery?
29 June 2020The remarkable story of the fugitive peer and one of the county's most charismatic characters.
Back to school for history lesson
27 June 2020Their names are familiar to generations - but how well do you know the stories behind Kent's secondary schools?
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