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Touch of magic
Kent Life

Touch of magic

Winner of the Kent Life and Kent on Sunday Chef of the Year 2016, dining at the Michelin-starred restaurant of chef patron Graham Garrett is a treat to be savoured. 

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February 2017
Children's Hour
Kent Life

Children's Hour

A combination of the frivolous and the serious defines the work of Faversham-based children’s books illustrator Priscilla Lamont.

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April 2017
Sea Fresh
Kent Life

Sea Fresh

Let’s clean up our wonderful Kent coast and make 2018 fantastic by avoiding plastic

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February 2018
Moore Magic
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Moore Magic

Scotney Castle is enabling local artists to have their sculptures shown on the same plinth where a Henry Moore bronze once sat.

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January 2018
Beauty Is Truth
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Beauty Is Truth

Tunbridge Wells-based botanical artist and teacher Billy Showell on painting blossoms, teaching and self motivation

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January 2018
Top Of The Hops
Kent Life

Top Of The Hops

Described as ‘the market town of kings’, Faversham has beautiful creekside walks, a long association with the brewing industry and just the right blend of vintage charm and modern conveniences

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January 2018
Grand Designs
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Grand Designs

Described by Edward Hasted as ‘the greatest ornament of this part of the county’, Barham Court has been ‘saved’ by being converted to serviced office accommodation.

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April 2017
Motor On Into May
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Motor On Into May

This May Leeds Castle brings a whole host of events aimed at the whole family, from the return of Motors by the Moat to Grand Medieval Joust, to the creative delight that is the Chelsea Fringe Festival and the launch of a new attraction, Battle for the Skies, themed around the Battle of Britain.

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May 2017
The Village That Time Forgot
Kent Life

The Village That Time Forgot

One of the best-preserved Tudor villages in the country, Chiddingstone has always been a fascinating place for a day out and now that the historic pub at its heart has been brought back to life, there’s even more reason to visit.

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May 2017
Isn't It Ioniq
Kent Life

Isn't It Ioniq

Hyundai has done it again: confounded the opposition with a well-conceived and executed newcomer – this time, a classy hybrid equivalent.

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May 2017
Top Table
Kent Life

Top Table

Named among the world’s top food and drink destinations in 2016, Cape Town is blessed with a vibrant restaurant scene, spectacular scenery and superb vineyards.

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May 2017
Bright Older Things
Kent Life

Bright Older Things

Kent Life doesn’t just celebrate our county’s Bright Young Things; meet three retirees for whom giving up work has meant a new lease of life. 

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March 2017
Steaming Ahead
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Steaming Ahead

It’s not just Her Majesty The Queen who has reached a milestone birthday recently; the opening of the Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway took place 90 years ago this year and Kent is celebrating its miniature hero.

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March 2017
Rising Star
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Rising Star

This busy town boasts both historical features and modern convenience. Working hard to reinvigorate its High Street and proven to be growing despite the economic climate, Tonbridge really is the place to be.

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March 2017
Deal With It
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Deal With It

Often overlooked in favour of some of our more glamourous coastal resorts, a trip to Deal – with its long pebble beach and relaxed way of life – is like discovering your very own secret seaside retreat.

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March 2017
Into the valley
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Into the valley

For our second visit to the Kentish Stour we take a minor detour to the ecologically important valley bogs of Hothfield Common for a spot of rewilding.

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February 2017
Gateway To Europe
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Gateway To Europe

Still best known as our ‘frontline town’ due to its role during the war, Dover overlooks the narrowest part of the English Channel, while its delightful neighbour St Margaret’s was a favourite haunt of Bond author Ian Fleming. 

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April 2017
Micra-Managing
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Micra-Managing

After creating the crossover sector, Nissan fancies re-energising its supermini credentials with the highly sophisticated and sharp-suited fifth-generation Micra.

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April 2017
West End On Our Doorstep
Kent Life

West End On Our Doorstep

You won’t need to trek up to London’s theatres this month, as both Judgement in Stone and Rent are on stage in Tunbridge Wells.

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May 2017
Austen 200
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Austen 200

Jane Austen, 1775-1817, whose bicentenary we mark this year, has many Kent connections and visited the county and her relatives here throughout her short but hugely significant life.

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May 2017
Turning The Tide
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Turning The Tide

It’s a British seaside icon, famed for its sandy beaches and its  retro amusements. Now, after decades of neglect, Margate has quite suddenly become one of the most fashionable places outside London. Forget ‘up and coming’; Margate’s renaissance is now.

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May 2017
Food and Drink Awards 2017
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Food and Drink Awards 2017

We are delighted to announce our fifth Food and Drink Awards and encourage readers to nominate their local favourites now!

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May 2017
The Grape Escape
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The Grape Escape

What started as a hobby for entrepreneur Richard Balfour-Lynn quickly became an expanding family based wine and cider business. 

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May 2017
Stellar Stelvio
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Stellar Stelvio

Named after a twisty Italian mountain pass, Alfa Romeo’s first SUV aims to show how the type really should handle.

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May 2017
Music Of Love
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Music Of Love

Radio Kent broadcaster and producer Andy Garland looks back to his early days of courtship to unravel the mystery: what is love?

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February 2018
The Legacy Ladder
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The Legacy Ladder

There’s much to consider when inheriting property, not least for the next generation, so seek expert help

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February 2018
A Snowy Carpet
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A Snowy Carpet

Swathes of dainty snowdrops and golden, glowing aconites spread out before you at the tranquil country gardens at The Old Rectory near Longfield

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February 2018
Created In Kent
Kent Life

Created In Kent

It’s not easy buying Christmas presents. With so much choice out there, how do you pick the perfect gift? This year, why not see what Kent has to offer?

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December 2017

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