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NEED A LITTLE MORE INSPIRATION ? HERE IS WHAT SOME OF THE iK CREW WILL BE SAYING YES TO THIS YEAR …
“ This year , I ’ m saying YES to new experiences ; I want to find Kentish places I ’ ve never explored and try some workshops and classes to learn new skills ... I want to step outside of my comfort zone and embrace the unknown a little more - we have an abundance of opportunities across the county , so I ’ m going to grab them when I can !” - POLLY HUMPHRIS , DEPUTY EDITOR
“ I ’ m saying YES to enjoying more of Kent ’ s amazing events including the Wine Garden of England Summer Festival and the Leeds Castle Concert . I also can ’ t wait to visit more of the best restaurants from around the county and for summer drives along our beautiful coastline .” - ADAM READY , CEO & PUBLISHER
“ I ’ m saying YES to more family time , whether that be watching my daughter playing football for one of her many Kent teams , going to see my son at the University of Kent , or a meal out with my husband at one of our favourite restaurants , Korean Cowgirl or Branded .” - JERRY BARRETT , SALES MANAGER
“ I am saying YES to seeing more exhibitions at our array of historical attractions , such as Hever Castle ’ s Catherine & Anne : Queens , Mothers , Rivals . I also want to see more live theatre at our brilliant cultural venues , including going to see 2:22 A Ghost Story at Churchill Theatre Bromley this spring .” - OLIVIA RICCINI , FEATURES WRITER
“ This year is all about me and taking advantage of living right on the beach at Folkestone - that means lots of swimming ( all year round ), plenty of dog walks , yoga and making the most of this buzzy little hub of a town !” - ASHLEIGH BRITTEN , FEATURES WRITER AND PHOTOGRAPHER
“ I am saying YES to trying more local Kent food produce that our wonderful county has to offer . There are some fantastic farm shops such as Laura ’ s Larder in Petts Wood , Broadditch Farm Shop in Southfleet and Penelope ’ s in Sidcup ( alongside many more !) who all deserve as much support as possible .” - ALEX PERSERVAL , SENIOR ACCOUNT MANAGER
“ I am saying YES to getting my fitness back . I ’ ve signed myself up to the Tough Mudder obstacle race in April as my first goal and to train for it I will be taking myself off on runs around the beautiful Kent coast and countryside . A favourite of mine is along the coast and canal in Hythe - I love that view !” - LORNA MORRIS , GRAPHIC DESIGNER
“ I am saying YES to taking time out for me . I ’ m looking forward to walking along my favourite Kentish beaches and visiting our glorious countryside more often . Throughout the year I want to embrace the great Kentish outdoors and all the seasonality The Garden of England has to offer !” - MIA CHAPMAN , FEATURES APPRENTICE
“ This year I will be saying YES to taking time to pause , reflect and explore mindfulness and wellbeing through meditation classes . I look forward to moments of calm when I can stop rushing around , enjoy the moment and be grateful for everyone and everything in my life .” - KARLENE GANNON , FEATURES EDITOR
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