Visiting Kent
Tiny Tim's Tearoom: The Ghostly Children of Canterbury
Tiny Tim's Tearoom in Canterbury is linked to reports of children's voices, footsteps and strange sounds during restoration work. History - or haunting?
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Hadlow Tower: Was It Really Built to Spy on an Estranged Wife?
Hadlow Tower rises 175 feet above Kent. Local legend claims Walter Barton May built it high enough to spy on his estranged wife - but is the story true?
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Diamond Jim: Canterbury's Flamboyant Surgeon Who Never Forgot Home
Meet James George Beaney - Canterbury-born surgeon, 'Diamond Jim', 'Champagne Jimmy' and the benefactor whose name still lives on in the Beaney.
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Anthony Hopkins: The Hollywood Star Who Married in a Tiny Kent Village
Before his Hollywood fame and Oscars, Anthony Hopkins married actress Petronella Barker at St Mary's Church in the Kent village of Stalisfield in 1966.
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D. H. Lawrence and Frieda: The Scandalous Broadstairs Love Affair
D. H. Lawrence fell passionately in love with his former professor's married wife, Frieda. In 1913, their scandalous romance brought them to Broadstairs.
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Why Does Sevenoaks Have EIGHT Oak Trees?
Sevenoaks by name... eight oaks by sight! Discover how the Great Storm of 1987 left this Kent town with one extra famous oak tree.
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Top 10 Things to Do in Tonbridge, Kent: Discover History, Castles, Riverside Walks and Hidden Gems
Tonbridge is one of Kent's most historic market towns, offering visitors a wonderful mix of medieval history, beautiful riverside walks, independent shops, green spaces and fascinating heritage. Situated on the banks of the River Medway, Tonbridge combines centuries of history with a vibrant modern town centre, making it an ideal destination for a day trip or weekend break in Kent. Whether you're interested in castles, countryside, family adventures or discovering hidden stories, Tonbridge has something for everyone.
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Top 10 Things to Do in the Kent Coalfield Area: Discover Kent’s Mining Heritage by Bike (or car!)
The Kent Coalfield is one of Kent's most fascinating hidden heritage destinations. Once home to thriving coal mines that employed thousands of workers, the area today offers visitors a unique blend of industrial history, beautiful countryside, cycling routes, nature reserves and fascinating local stories. Stretching across parts of East Kent, including Aylesham, Elvington, Snowdown, Tilmanstone and Betteshanger, the former Kent Coalfield tells the story of an industry that helped power Britain during the twentieth century.
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Top 10 Things to Do in the Borough of Swale, Kent: Discover Historic Towns, Coastal Adventures and Hidden Gems
The Borough of Swale combines everything people love about Kent. Historic market towns, beautiful coastline, nature reserves, maritime heritage and family-friendly attractions all sit within easy reach of one another. Whether you're exploring Faversham's ancient streets, watching wildlife at Elmley, relaxing on the beaches of Sheppey or uncovering hidden stories with a Quiz Trail, Swale offers memorable experiences for visitors of all ages.
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