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The next big wine destination you’ve never heard of
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The next big wine destination you’ve never heard of

Our reviewer went off the beaten track to try a new bar taking on the French at their own game - cheese and wine.

‘Want a new Kent dining experience? We paid to cook our own meal!’

‘Want a new Kent dining experience? We paid to cook our own meal!’

We enjoyed cooking our own meal at this town centre restaurant - but will the concept catch on?

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‘Football and theatre? It’s a winning combination’

‘Football and theatre? It’s a winning combination’

Award-winning play Dear England is a captivating insight into the country’s favourite sport. Find out what our reporter thought.

‘Alpine bar’s cocktails hit new heights - but one major thing was missing’

‘Alpine bar’s cocktails hit new heights - but one major thing was missing’

Our reviewer headed to a seaside spot in 20-degree heat, but found herself in a mountain cabin surrounded by ski gear and blankets.

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‘How much?! Our national dish shares many of Britain’s problems’

‘How much?! Our national dish shares many of Britain’s problems’

Our reviewer checks out the latest incarnation of a popular fish and chip shop and remembers why mushy peas should be avoided at all costs.

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‘I went back to theme park after 20 years and it’s just as good as I remember’

‘I went back to theme park after 20 years and it’s just as good as I remember’

Our reporter and her children ventured out of the county to visit one of the UK’s most popular theme parks, just an hour away from Kent.

End of summer blues? Joining 35 dogs for a lido swim might be the answer

End of summer blues? Joining 35 dogs for a lido swim might be the answer

Dozens of dogs have been enjoying a paddle with their owners at an outdoor lido in what might be the craziest “pool party” our reviewer has been to.

‘This has to be the cutest bar I’ve stepped foot in - and the toilet’s another level’

‘This has to be the cutest bar I’ve stepped foot in - and the toilet’s another level’

Our reviewer stumbled upon a vintage-styled bar in an old bus ticket office, serving up cocktails with character.

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Margate’s Summer Series comes to an end with night of pop nostalgia

Margate’s Summer Series comes to an end with night of pop nostalgia

A night of Girl Power pop filled Dreamland for the final night of the summer series.

'This restaurant is the real deal - but the pig ears made my jaw beg for mercy'

'This restaurant is the real deal - but the pig ears made my jaw beg for mercy'

After spotting pig ears on the menu at the new Nepalese, I felt quietly optimistic...

Why The Big Half was the most beautiful - and brutal - race I’ve ever run

Why The Big Half was the most beautiful - and brutal - race I’ve ever run

The sun was shining, the steel drums were playing - but by the time I crossed the line, I was burnt out, broken and questioning my life choices.

Five reasons why you should book a table at Nikos’ for Mamma Mia! The Party

Five reasons why you should book a table at Nikos’ for Mamma Mia! The Party

Need convincing to dine out at Mamma Mia! The Party? Look no further, an ABBA superfan explains why you should.

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‘This bar transported me to the Med, but I was brought back to Kent with a jolt’

‘This bar transported me to the Med, but I was brought back to Kent with a jolt’

Our reviewer found a harbourside cocktail spot that made her feel like she’d set up her Out of Office and spent an afternoon on the Continent.

‘Nostalgia sells - but £9.75 for a burger?’

‘Nostalgia sells - but £9.75 for a burger?’

Wimpy is attempting a comeback - but, as our reviewer discovers, some of its prices are very 2025.

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Where adults turn into kids – the unique festival in Kent woodland

Where adults turn into kids – the unique festival in Kent woodland

Our reporter embraced her inner child for a weekend by heading to an adventurous summer camp for adults with Nerf battles, rock climbing and yoga.

‘Rapper’s seaside concert was a trip down memory lane’

‘Rapper’s seaside concert was a trip down memory lane’

Our reporter caught grime artist Dizzee Rascal perform a night of hits by the Kent coast.

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‘It might be one of Kent’s smallest restaurants, but it’s pulling big punches’

‘It might be one of Kent’s smallest restaurants, but it’s pulling big punches’

Our reviewer takes in one of Kent’s smallest restaurants after its recent recognition in a national gastronomy guide to find out how it fares…

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Punk veterans bring Anarchy to seaside music venue

Punk veterans bring Anarchy to seaside music venue

One of the most infamous punk bands of all time brought Anarchy to a seaside concert venue and certainly did it their way.

‘The Wombats and Razorlight show why indie rock is still the best music genre in the UK’

‘The Wombats and Razorlight show why indie rock is still the best music genre in the UK’

Two of the mid-noughties’ most successful bands performed on the Kent coast last night - here’s what our reviewer thought

‘Farm shop may have been beaten by Clarkson’s, but its bar is second to none’

‘Farm shop may have been beaten by Clarkson’s, but its bar is second to none’

Our reviewer pulled up a hay bale for an evening of live music and supersize margaritas at a bar based at one of the UK’s best farm shops.

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Olly Murs shows why he’s one of last talent show stars still standing

Olly Murs shows why he’s one of last talent show stars still standing

Olly Murs returned to Margate’s Dreamland for a second time last night and showed why he’s one of the few TV talent show stars not to have faded away.

How I beat the summer holiday crowds at one of the UK’s biggest theme parks

How I beat the summer holiday crowds at one of the UK’s biggest theme parks

I spent the day at Thorpe Park, so here are my top tips on how to skip the queues and make the most of the UK’s most thrilling attraction.

‘Can a farm shop cafe take the crown from my go-to brunch spot?’

‘Can a farm shop cafe take the crown from my go-to brunch spot?’

Our reviewer decided to leave her favourite brunch spot behind to see if a much-loved farm shop could take the top spot.

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‘I hate camping, but this luxury stay changed my mind’

‘I hate camping, but this luxury stay changed my mind’

We review Quex Glamping, a new luxury camping site with bell tents, BBQs and farmyard animals.

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‘This sun-drenched rooftop bar has views to rival any European old town’

‘This sun-drenched rooftop bar has views to rival any European old town’

Our undercover reviewer went for drinks on a panoramic terrace in a prime position - but would it meet her high expectations?

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‘It’s not cheap but the food is so good - it could be the best restaurant we’ve tried’

‘It’s not cheap but the food is so good - it could be the best restaurant we’ve tried’

Our Eat My Words reviewer heads to the coast to a Michelin Guide-listed eatery, so often overshadowed by its district neighbours, and gets a surprise.

‘We flew 5,000 miles for Kent festival that’s been on our bucket list for years’

‘We flew 5,000 miles for Kent festival that’s been on our bucket list for years’

We spoke to the family who flew from California to enjoy four days of live music, glamping and good vibes at a small but mighty festival.

Madness gig was such a House of Fun

Madness gig was such a House of Fun

Ska band Madness turned Dreamland into a House of Fun last night as they came ‘Down to Margate’.

‘We don’t have to tell you to party - it’s always a good time in Margate!’

‘We don’t have to tell you to party - it’s always a good time in Margate!’

Pop-rock band McFly brought noughties vibes to the coast, but was their colourful Kent gig enough to bag a whole new generation of fans?

‘Tasty brunches in an outdoor oasis with a resident goat - why didn’t I visit sooner?’

‘Tasty brunches in an outdoor oasis with a resident goat - why didn’t I visit sooner?’

On the hunt for a new spot for brunch, our reviewer tried a waterside café hidden behind a business park to see what the fuss was about.

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‘I’ve never heard live vocals like this – Bat Out of Hell blew me away’

‘I’ve never heard live vocals like this – Bat Out of Hell blew me away’

We review a rock ‘n’ roll Meat Loaf musical as it crashes into Kent.

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Is 70 minutes long enough for an anthemic headline performance?

Is 70 minutes long enough for an anthemic headline performance?

Basement Jaxx still have the ‘Oh My Gosh’ factor, but leave fans wanting more at Dreamland Margate.

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‘Kent’s best cocktail bar? I’ll be the judge of that’

‘Kent’s best cocktail bar? I’ll be the judge of that’

Our reviewer couldn’t help but visit a landmark pub turned cocktail lounge after coming across some bold claims online.

‘Themed cocktails and sweets kept me guessing’: Is this Kent’s best secret cinema?

‘Themed cocktails and sweets kept me guessing’: Is this Kent’s best secret cinema?

We paid a visit to a secret cinema club in Kent that’s trying to bring the soul of the movies back to the big screen.

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‘Fish and chips are back at my favourite spot - but with one major difference’

‘Fish and chips are back at my favourite spot - but with one major difference’

Fish and chips are back at this popular seaside spot - but does the new venue pass the taste test?

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