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KENT COUNTY SHOW 2026
The Kent Agricultural Society presents the Kent County Show, running from 3- 5 July for a weekend celebrating the best of Kent’ s farming, agriculture and countryside life. Held annually, the three-day event will take place on Kent Showground in Detling, near Maidstone, where you can explore livestock, the Equine Area, food, heritage and family entertainment.
From livestock and equine classes, including the Horse of the Year Show, livestock judging and sheep shearing to artisan food and drink from across the county alongside local creative talent, the Kent County Show showcases Kentish life at its finest. The event will run from 8am- 6pm daily, with ticket prices at £ 26 for an adult, £ 8 for a child and £ 65 for a family( 2 adults & up to 3 children aged 5-15).
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EMILY STURGEON EDITORIAL AND FEATURES ASSISTANT emily @ sidewaysmedia. co. uk
I have grown up in a small, quaint village right on the border of West Kent; with my childhood spent exploring the nearby woodlands, I have a strong appreciation for Kent’ s natural landscape and the county’ s rich variety of wildlife. I often have the opportunity to see our native European hedgehog rustling through the hedgerow or hear a tawny owl at dusk from my bedroom window.
I try to incorporate nature in my everyday life. As an avid creative, I love to draw and paint, bringing the natural world into my art and life as much as possible. Kent’ s countryside often serves as the main source of my inspiration; I find myself continually being inspired by the local wildlife and the surrounding landscape of the Weald.
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TOP COFFEE HARTLEY FARM SHOP
A local favourite for me, I have spent my time soaking up the sun on the decking or frantically writing my dissertation at Hartley Coffee Shop. I love the calm environment, with the added benefit of having four adorable pygmy goats.
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TOP DAY OUT SISSINGHURST CASTLE
I have visited Sissinghurst since I was very young and still do every Sunday for a morning coffee at The Granary and a walk around the grounds. Studying literature brought me closer to the history of the castle and gardens, learning about Vita Sackville-West and taking in the spectacular views across the Weald.
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TOP EATS THE OLD DAIRY
An evening spent at The Old Diary has always been a favourite of mine. I often love walking through the Rother Valley, and stopping off at The Old Dairy or meeting friends for a drink makes this a truly special place.
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