insideKENT Issue 173 - September 2026 | Page 60

EVENTS inFLUENCED by LILLY CARRERAS
Kent-based photographer and lifestyle content creator lilly _ in _ wonderland _
Having always dreamed of living in the countryside, Lilly can often be found exploring quaint villages, especially if there’ s a tea room, or enjoying long walks with her four-legged friend Rosie, which invariably finish with a drink at a traditional pub. Whether she’ s discovering hidden gardens, enjoying a picnic or heading for an evening swim, she embraces everything that makes Kent’ s countryside so special.
CLOCKWISE: Sightseeing aboard the Spa Valley Railway, Tunbridge Wells; meandering through the sunflower trail at Four Winds Farm, Tunbridge Wells; stepping back in time at Igtham Mote, Sevenoaks; pick-your-own apple experiences at Castle Farm, Sevenoaks; evening dining at The Crown Inn, Groomsbridge; picnicking amongst the vines at Squerryes vineyard, Westerham; sunset cruises with Medway Boat Trips, Medway; and enjoying arguably the best pub roast at The Rock Inn, Edenbridge.
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IN TUNBRIDGE WELLS
TOP COFFEE BASIL foodbybasil. com A bustling café that’ s just as suited to a quick coffee as it is a long brunch, offering seasonal dishes and a tempting selection of homemade treats including a sausage roll made with free-range meat from Fuller’ s Butchers.
TOP FARMSHOP LOWER LADYSDEN FARM lowerladysden. co. uk A countryside gem offering local produce, artisan bakes and seasonal pick-your-own experiences. From summer berries to autumn hops, there’ s always something worth filling a basket with.
TOP WALK PENSHURST PLACE penshurstplace. com Beautiful gardens, historic parkland and picturesque countryside trails make this one of Kent’ s most scenic walks. Finish the day with a visit to The Leicester Arms for a well-earned drink and pub lunch.
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