MAIDSTONE DISTILLERY
THE KENT HOTLIST 2021 CONT .
TURNER CONTEMPORARY
HEVER CASTLE BORE PLACE
9 . Celebrate an artistic anniversary
Stunning sea and sky-scapes famously drew artist JMW Turner to Margate , fittingly home to the acclaimed Turner Contemporary gallery . This year this internationally-renowned gallery turns double digits , making it the perfect time to head beside the seaside and explore the impressive range of contemporary and historical art on offer here . Psst ! There may even be a birthday celebration or two to join in with whilst you ’ re there …
10 . March to Maidstone for Elmer ’ s Big Heart of Kent Parade
Maidstone town centre is being taken over by elephants – 50 of them to be exact ! This summer take Elmer ' s trail along the river and through the town , past colourful Elmer sculptures , individually designed by local and national artists . While the trail itself is completely free ( perfect for a school holiday jaunt ), each of the sculptures will be auctioned to raise funds for Heart of Kent Hospice to help continue their outstanding hospice work for families in the area .
11 . Let the good times be gin at Maidstone Distillery
Fancy yourself as a bit of a gin connoisseur ? In the heart of Kent ’ s county town , step through the doors of Maidstone Distillery to experience the art of distilling in a fun and exciting way . Join one of the distillery ’ s Gin Tours – new for 2021 , get hands-on as you take part in a blending workshop , or simply relax and enjoy a drink in modern surroundings . Now , that ’ s the spirit !
12 . Let happiness bloom at Hever Castle
With its charming castle exterior , picture-perfect gardens and tranquil lakeside vista ; this year start your very own love affair with idyllic Hever Castle & Gardens . This castle ’ s grounds are breathtaking at the best of times , but we recommend paying a visit during the spring months to catch sight of the stunning snowdrops , or take in the tremendous tulips .
13 . Swap cricket bats for Bublè in Canterbury
Come on , who doesn ’ t love a bit of Bublè ? Fans of the Grammy-award winning megastar had better steel themselves , because opportunities like this don ’ t come around very often . That ’ s right , tickets for An Evening with Michael Bublé at Kent Cricket Club ’ s famous Spitfire Ground ( Saturday 10th July ) are now on sale . So , get playing his songs on repeat , and prepare for a night waving your
phone torch above your head ; after spending an evening with Bublè we don ’ t think you ’ ll “ wanna to go home ...”
14 . Get back to nature at Bore Place
If you ’ re someone who ’ s motivated by the thought of ticking a new skill off your bucket list , there ’ s really no better place to head to this year than brilliant Bore Place in Sevenoaks . Set in 500 acres of countryside , this rural retreat provides a plethora of bespoke opportunities for people to learn , grow and reconnect with themselves and the environment . Whether you fancy trying your hand at winter pruning , basket making , or even spoon whittling , there are plenty of chances to get hands on and learn something new here .
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