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Ideas, offers and promo codes for local Kent Christmas Gifts

A range of freshly-prepared pizzas and bar snacks will also be available

More than 500 star lanterns made of paper and willow will feature in this year’s festival

An incredible facility at Homewood House School, The Sinden Theatre aims to bring the arts to the community

In 2025, the man himself, Norman Cook celebrated 40 years in music

From mid-November right up to the New Year, the harbour will be transformed into a wonderland of twinkling lights

Frontman Rob Birch also speaks to ‘cene magazine about his own move to Margate

How Chris Wade is rewiring the UK music-video scene

Columnist Anna Willatt aka Esoteric Isle talks about podcasts, the Wantsum Worm and the Mothman of Hythe

The Ship retains its rustic charm, but its exciting modern menu means there is certainly a contemporary feel

Faversham is now home to a brand-new hub for arrow darts fans of all ages - S&D Darting Dynamics

“I wanted to sort of approach those things in a humorous kind of way, with a bit of beauty, a bit of sadness and a bit of comedy.”

Folkestone-based Lower Block partners photographers on high-quality zines that capture football’s subculture moments

Comedian Honourable Tom Houghton heads back to his training ground of the Gulbenkian in Canterbury and talks about life lessons, comedy lessons and not getting too deep

“I wanted to work with what already exists… materials that have lost their value.”

Christmas bubble displays, festive food and free family fun

Take part in the Krušovice Czech Lager campaign this Christmas

The historic society is well known for poking fun at celebrities

The Leicester Arms in Penshurst, near Tonbridge, in the inaugural 100 Best Pubs

Dishes highlight surprising links between Moroccan and Indian cuisines

Kent experiences, gifts, art and treats

In this edition our Alternative Gift Guide makes its return, offering presents and events for this time of year. We also talk about Kentish identity with artist Joel Ely, reminisce with Sandhouse, document football culture with Lower Block, plus much more. Enjoy.

Fozzy are heading to Dreamland, Margate, for a one off performance early in 2026!

DJ Ted Wolford recreates famous buildings and people from cities across the UK

Places to go and trails to follow this Christmas

Female-led folk ensembles bring live show back to Kent this Christmas

Steve Coogan has returned to the small screen with his beloved character in How are you? It’s Alan (Partridge)

The new site will also generate a number of new jobs in the town

A total of seven Kent-based hotels feature in the Michelin Guide

A central hub for kitesurfers across the Kent coast, offering local spot guides, safety information & event announcements