Hidden gems, hidden dangers: Is your idyllic beach spot worth it?
Finding that idyllic unspoiled corner of the UK coast is a goal for many of us. The dream? The chance to lie on a secluded beach, bathed in sunshine –…
Sound off to help shape future of East Cliff in Folkestone
Residents, tennis players, golfers and bowlers are among those being asked for their views on future play and leisure facilities at East Cliff in Folkestone. A consultation has been launched…
Smart new Dover website showcases popular parks after £3.1million facelift
A new website (www.kearsneyparks.co.uk) designed by Dover District Council is showcasing the district’s most popular parks following completion of a £3.1 million programme of improvements at Kearsney Abbey and Russell…
£25million Deal leisure centre plans brought back to life
Library image Plans for a new leisure centre in Deal are back on the agenda following a two-year pause because of the pandemic. Dover District Council (DDC) originally announced plans…
Fantastical beasts of the Maison Dieu in Dover
Be inspired by the 800-year-old art and architecture of the Maison Dieu, and then shape your own fantastical beasts in clay at the nearby Biggin Hall with hand-building, throwing, Raku-firing…
‘Tour de East Kent’ 145 mile Cantii Way cycling route launched
Photo: Jordan Gibbons – Cycling UK… Charity Cycling UK launched its fifth bikepacking route, the Cantii Way, on 26 May 2022: a 145-mile (234km) tour of Kent starting in the…
Cheriton Library back in business
Cheriton Library forecourt dressed for the event Photo: Ray Duff Words and pictures by Ray Duff – Around 50 people came along to the official launch of the re-furbished library…
KCC wins £1.3million to boost walking and cycling in Herne Bay and Sevenoaks
Ellis Stephenson / 3 days ago Kent County Council (KCC) has announced it’s been successful in securing funding from the Department for Transport (DfT) for two more Active Travel schemes.…
Slap on the sun cream and relax on Folkestone’s dog free beaches
Dog owners are being reminded of the annual seasonal restrictions coming into effect on nine of Folkestone & Hythe district’s beaches from Sunday, but there will still be vast expanses…
Free ice cream* at opening of Hunter Avenue play area in Ashford
The opening ceremony of Ashford’s newest play area at Hunter Avenue is taking place Friday 29 April, with the Mayor of Ashford, Councillor Callum Knowles, performing the ribbon cutting ceremony…