Discover Kent ' s
KENTSTAYCATION
HISTORIC TOWNS AND CITIES
INHABITED BY HUMANS FOR OVER 10,000 YEARS , PEEL BACK EACH HISTORIC LAYER OF KENT AND YOU WILL UNCOVER STORIES , EVENTS AND FACTS THAT HAVE SHAPED BOTH THE CULTURE AND LANDSCAPE OF THE COUNTY , LEADING IT TO BECOME THE DIVERSE , UNIQUE AND FASCINATING PLACE THAT IT IS TODAY .
CAFÉ TURQUOISE
ROCHESTER CATHEDRAL THE FUDGE KITCHEN
Visit one of Kent ’ s many historic towns and cities and with each time , come one step closer to understanding the full story behind the county ’ s identity . Abundant with beautiful architecture and magnificent landmarks - both natural and manmade - it comes as no surprise that Kent is brimming with intriguing tales of historical significance and famous characters . This vibrant and eclectic history can now be absorbed in style and sophistication thanks to the plethora of unique restaurants , coffee shops , artisan stores and hotels that each location proudly claims as their own . Walk in the footsteps of ancient pilgrims along the cobblestone streets of Canterbury , listen to the bells of Rochester Cathedral as you pass by the iconic River Medway that inspired the great works of Dickens and click your heels along the bustling Pantiles of Tunbridge Wells , just as Queen Anne would have done over 300 years ago .
Best known for its spectacular cathedral , one of the oldest Christian structures in England , CANTERBURY has for hundreds of years attracted visitors from across the globe to marvel at its awe-inspiring splendour . Before visiting Canterbury Cathedral ( www . canterbury-cathedral . org ), with its ancient shrine of
Saint Thomas a Becket and beautiful grounds , fuel yourself for the day with breakfast at Café Chambers ( www . facebook . com / cafechambers ) which sits just around the corner , based in a building rumoured to be built with timber from the Mayflower . Specialising in scrumptious American breakfasts and thick fruit smoothies , dig into waffles and stacks of pancakes drizzled in maple syrup , complete with bacon rashers and sausages .
If you are still hankering for a coffee after your smoothie , venture down the eclectic Kings Mile ( www . thekingsmile . org . uk ) which is brimming with independent and artisan shops , before finding Café Turquoise ( www . instagram . com / cafeturquoise ) who serve strong Italian coffee alongside delectable miniature panatones , cannoli Siciliani , macarons and other gorgeous patisserie favourites . On your way , stop at The Cheese Shop ( www . thecheeseshopcanterbury . co . uk ) who sell the most amazing , handmade artisanal cheeses , or for those with a sweeter tooth , The Fudge Kitchen ( www . fudgekitchen . co . uk ) which smells so divine , you are unlikely not to go in anyway .
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