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Artist behind piece that attracted over 100,000 visitors returns to Kent

Artist behind piece that attracted over 100,000 visitors returns to Kent

The man behind a popular exhibition is back with a new eye-catching installation inspired by Mars.

First pictures of new lion cubs at Kent zoo

First pictures of new lion cubs at Kent zoo

Four adorable lion cubs who faced a death sentence have been saved at the 11th hour by a Kent wildlife park.

Sprinkle festive cheer over the Christmas school holidays

Sprinkle festive cheer over the Christmas school holidays

From light shows and outdoor trails to film screenings and Santa’s grottos, keep the kids busy over the Christmas break.

'Out-of-this-world children's musical left us starstruck'

'Out-of-this-world children's musical left us starstruck'

A new musical for children billed as the "perfect introduction to theatre" left our reviewer and her young son starstruck.

Kent animal park to build new lion enclosure

Kent animal park to build new lion enclosure

A new big cat enclosure will be built at a Kent animal park for five lions rescued from war-torn Ukraine.

Start feeling festive with a trip to Kent’s Christmas markets

Start feeling festive with a trip to Kent’s Christmas markets

Browse traditional wooden huts, pick up a Bratwurst and mulled wine and say hello to Santa at Kent’s Christmas markets.

Victorian Christmas festival will return to historic high street

Victorian Christmas festival will return to historic high street

The Charles Dickens-themed festival is back for a weekend of costumed characters, street performers and Christmas carols.

Countdown to Christmas: Family days out every weekend in Kent

Countdown to Christmas: Family days out every weekend in Kent

Make the most of the festive season with our pick of fantastic family events every weekend from now until Christmas.

Christmas attraction introduces reindeer feeding for the first time

Christmas attraction introduces reindeer feeding for the first time

A festive experience is celebrating its 10th anniversary with a colourful new light show and a chance to feed real-life reindeer.

Everything you need to know about Kent’s biggest Christmas market

Everything you need to know about Kent’s biggest Christmas market

The huge festive market is about to open for its 15th year. Here’s what you need to know before you go.

‘This Christmas market is truly magical - but there’s just one problem’

‘This Christmas market is truly magical - but there’s just one problem’

Canterbury Cathedral is hosting a Christmas market for the first time in 200 years - but was it worth the wait? Our reporter went along to find out.

16 Santa’s grottos to visit this Christmas

16 Santa’s grottos to visit this Christmas

Take the kids on a magical trip to see Santa at these wonderfully festive grottos.

It’s raining museums: five indoor attractions for wet weather days

It’s raining museums: five indoor attractions for wet weather days

Just because it’s raining doesn’t mean your weekend has to be a washout. Here are five Kent museums you can visit to stay dry.

Castle celebrates 10 years of Christmas crackers

Castle celebrates 10 years of Christmas crackers

A historic castle has been putting on magical festive experiences for a decade. Here’s what visitors can expect this year.

Join Santa’s elves on a mission to save Christmas

Join Santa’s elves on a mission to save Christmas

An interactive festive experience will train kids to be part of the Elf Academy and help make toys and wrap gifts in time for Christmas.

Christmas light trail to open with new art installations

Christmas light trail to open with new art installations

A popular light trail is just days away from opening with more than one million twinkling lights and stunning illuminated sculptures.

Elf on the Shelf experience to make global debut in Kent

Elf on the Shelf experience to make global debut in Kent

The immersive Christmas experience is the first of its kind and will include theatrical elements, storytelling and festive challenges.

We tried flashy new bowling alley in huge former Debenhams store

We tried flashy new bowling alley in huge former Debenhams store

A former department store that has long been empty at a Kent shopping centre is now occupied by a new bowling alley promising a “thrilling game”.

Join Paddington Bear for a festive family adventure

Join Paddington Bear for a festive family adventure

How to book tickets to London’s newest family attraction this Christmas - the Paddington Bear Experience.

Five November dates for your diary

Five November dates for your diary

From festive fairs to spectacular fireworks, we’ve got five unmissable events coming to Kent this November.

National Trust houses with hauntingly fun Halloween activities

National Trust houses with hauntingly fun Halloween activities

Visit some of Kent’s beautiful historic homes and get stuck into fun, autumnal activities.

Fang-tastic family days out in Kent this October

Fang-tastic family days out in Kent this October

Have a total scream this October half-term with frighteningly fun days out, from Halloween mazes to creepy crawly corners.

Seal the deal: Kent’s seal-spotting excursions

Seal the deal: Kent’s seal-spotting excursions

Take a trip along Kent’s rivers and see if you can spot a herd of seals this autumn

Our pick of Kent’s pumpkin patches

Our pick of Kent’s pumpkin patches

Soak up those cosy autumn vibes at Kent’s stunning pick-your-own pumpkin patches.

Kick up the autumn leaves at these stunning country parks

Kick up the autumn leaves at these stunning country parks

Admire autumnal colours and feel the leaves crunching beneath your feet with a trip to Kent’s country parks and gardens.

Sell-out Christmas events to book now

Sell-out Christmas events to book now

Make sure your family doesn’t miss out by getting your tickets early to some of Kent’s most magical festive experiences…

Crazy golf and arcade opens in high street

Crazy golf and arcade opens in high street

A renovated £20k family entertainment centre has launched in a former snooker club and bar.

Former bank’s transformation into ice cream shop

Former bank’s transformation into ice cream shop

An international gelato chain has unveiled plans for its first Kent store which will open later this year inside a former high street bank.

Brilliant on a budget: Kent’s free attractions

Brilliant on a budget: Kent’s free attractions

If the summer holidays have cleared out your bank account, don’t worry - we’ve got six free days out that the whole family will love.

Visit Kent’s hidden attractions for free with Heritage Open Days

Visit Kent’s hidden attractions for free with Heritage Open Days

The country’s largest festival of history and culture returns with a packed programme of free events.

5 great playgrounds where the kids can run wild

5 great playgrounds where the kids can run wild

Now the school holidays have wiped out your bank account, why not take the kids for a budget-friendly day out at one of Kent’s play parks?

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