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DUNKIRK SPIRIT

May 2020 marks 80 years since Operation Dynamo and the anniversarty is being remembered on both sides of the Channel

In Dickens' footsteps

Childhood home to one of our most celebrated authors, with a riverside setting and ancient landmarks, here’s what to look out for when you can next visit Rochester

A week in the life of Corona High School

Just like you, the government-mandated closure of schools has thrust us into a whole new world of educating our children at home. Here’s how we survived week one

DOT'S LOT

She has been a mainstay of BBC soap EastEnders for 35 years, playing the much-loved character Dot Cotton, but June Brown says she’d rather be in Folkestone now than Walford

Help Kent Buy Local

Kent’s independent businesses are working tirelessly to grow, produce, prepare, sell and deliver food and drink to the local community during the coronavirus crisis

CRAFT WITH HEART

We talk to a hedgelayer, a blacksmith and a beekeeper about their work as artisan craftsmen and the satisfaction it brings them

10 green shoots

Whether you’re a novice or an experienced gardener, here are 10 easy tips to follow in self-isolation that will transform your outlook

10 FASCINATING FACTS ABOUT' Gravesend

This Thamesside town has some real surprises in store – including a huge Sikh temple and the resting place of a certain Native American princess

10 Good Reasons To Visit Sheppey And Sittingbourne

Sheppey is one of Kent’s last wild landscapes, while Sittingbourne became a stop for pilgrims

What, this old thing?

Kent Life looks at the environmental impact of the clothes we wear and why we need to be checking our shopping habits and wardrobes

THE MUSIC MAN

Jools Holland, OBE, on his music, being a Deputy Lieutenant of Kent and why he loves Rochester

THREADS OF TIME

A key part of the 2020 commemorations marking the murder of Thomas Becket will be the unveiling of 12 new festal vestments at special services held at Canterbury Cathedral

High Street Hero

In the start of a new feature, we highlight some of Kent’s best chain restaurants. This month we’re in Maidstone

On The Waterfront

Enjoying a seafront location and now with two restaurants by Marco Pierre White, the Dover Marina Hotel goes from strength to strength

GATES OF ENGLAND

With an important history, plenty of visitor attractions and a positive programme of regeneration, we welcome you to White Cliffs Country – the very gates of England

Animal Magic

Battersea's rehoming centre Brands Hatch, which has just celebrated its 20th anniversary, offers a peaceful rural sanctuary for dogs and cats

10 GOOD REASONS TO VISIT TENTERDEN

This rural town is as pretty as a picture and is home to several of Kent’s best attractions

THE KING'S TOWN

Admired by ancient royalty, set on a peaceful creek and packed with all kinds of attractions for modern visitors, we explore the historic streets of Faversham

The History Guy

Although he travels the world in pursuit of historic places, Dan Snow is convinced nobody need venture further than Kent to be able to look into the entire history of Britain

Outer limits

When trying to sell your property, you want to add as much value as possible to get the best price, and one of the most important things to think about is outside space

Gone fishin'

With exciting news about the future of Betteshanger Park,a vibrant, artistic community – and great fishing, Deal stays true to its roots while appealing to modern visitors

Being human

Canterbury potter Cherry Tewfik on her latest collection of heads, love of colour and working with special needs children

BOBBY DAZZLERS

As we remember the 250th anniversary of Wordsworth’s birth, the daffodils he loved are celebrated in a festival at Hever Castle

ASH MONUMENTS

With Ash dieback on the increase, we look at how a Kent project is celebrating this much loved tree’s special place in local culture

A HEART FOR JUSTICE

Working to protect the vulnerable in both Kent and Zambia, meet Canterbury couple Dr Cheryl and Manny Mvula

10 GOOD REASONS TO VISIT CANTERBURY

Towered over by its iconic cathedral, the streets of this city have so many stories to tell

10 CURIOUS KENT BIRTHS

We’re all familiar with blue plaques, but could Kent Life come up with 10 notable births in our county – avoiding the most obvious ones? See if you agree

10 Good Reasons To Visit Tunbridge Wells

Prepare for a heady mix of history, culture, great shopping and dining at this elegant spa town

Weaving her magic

Craft-weaving artist Margo Selby on her passion for a complex and technical craft that’s a bit like Sudoku in colour

Operation Ramsgate

Designated a Heritage Action Zone by Historic England, a new book explains why this seaside town is so special