Esoteric Kent – Come to the dark side (of winter)

Columnist Anna Willatt, aka Esoteric Isle, talks to The Poisoners’ Cabinet about Kent’s historic true crimes

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Led by the Wild: Experience conservation at Whites Wood Farm

Columnist Cara Blackburn discovers Whites Wood Farm - a place of purpose, conservation and community

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IN MY HOME TOWN: Maidstone mural artist Blondie Howden

Blondie Howden tells us the amazing story of how her accidental artistic beginnings have led to creating murals internationally

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BITE CLUB: Review - Marleys, Folkestone

It has long been lauded for its breakfasts, working closely with Kentish farmers and producers to keep ingredients fresh and seasonal.

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BITE CLUB: Review - Oad Street Food & Crafts, Sittingbourne

“…a destination for lovers of quality food and handmade gifts.”

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Fashioned by Beth: Folkestone social-media maker on crocheting

With more than 15,000 Instagram followers, 3,500 YouTube subscribers and videos that regularly reach into tens of thousands, Beth has secured a foothold in a craft community that continues to flourish.

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BACK TO THE BOX OFFICE: REVELATION, ASHFORD

Set in the stunning St Mary’s Church, Revelation, has been inspiring the arts in Ashford for 15 years

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BITE CLUB: REVIEW - The Ship Inn, Conyer, Sittingbourne

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

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FACE TIME: Kent Artist Joel Ely on identity and the stories we tell

“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.”

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Margate fashion house Label Hjem is rejuvenating waste textiles

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

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winerocks: Fizz the Season - Kent’s Sparkling Stars

Kent wine communicator Natalia Suta on why homegrown wines are the fizz to choose this festive season

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TALES FROM THE TERRACES - Lower Block, Folkestone

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

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OFF ON MONDAYS - Number Nine Restaurant, Chapel House Estate

In this edition, we talk to Stephen George, head chef of the stunning number nine restaurant at Chapel House Estate in Minster, near Ramsgate.

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IN CONVERSATION WITH… SANDHOUSE (INTERVIEW)

Making music that defies genres, bending and shaping itself into the worlds of grunge, indie pop and shoegaze, Sandhouse have something totally unique.

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SOUND SCOUT - 'cene Mixtape Playlist #42

Featuring reviews of The Zac Schulze Gang, Quinn Bailey, Amelie Roden, Taren Gopi, Deyyes & Tarmac

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BACK TO THE BOX OFFICE: The Sinden Theatre, Tenterden

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

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GOD SAVE THE SCENE: Here comes The Piss

Kent punk supergroup The Piss celebrate the grassroots music heroes of Medway with chaotic live gigs

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“… if you’re feeling bad, just go scuba diving” - An interview with Tom Houghton

Comedian Honourable Tom Houghton heads back to the Gulbenkian in Canterbury and talks to Joe Bill about life lessons, comedy lessons and not getting too deep