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SOAKING UP THE FESTIVITIES AND MEETING SANTA HIMSELF AT …
CHRISTMAS AT BEWL WATER
Running on select dates until 24 December, this magical Christmas experience set at Lamberhurst’ s Bewl Water is packed with immersive and interactive festive activities, where every step of your adventure will help raise the Cheer-O-Meter, the ultimate measure of Christmas magic, just in time for the big day.
Families can look forward to marshmallow toasting, meeting the elves, a visit to Mrs Claus’ s bakery, a personalised visit to Santa’ s Grotto and a myriad of sparkling live entertainment.
Tickets start from £ 15 and are available to book now at christmas. bewlwater. co. uk.
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MIA CHAPMAN iK FEATURES WRITER mia @ sidewaysmedia. co. uk
From first joining the Sideways Media team as an intern back in 2022 to embark on an apprenticeship honing my skills in writing and all things digital content, to now being a features writer, turning my hand to our food and drink, lifestyle and days out write-ups, my journey so far at insideKENT has been a special one indeed.
The wonderful Canterbury is where I call home, alongside my family and beautiful pug
Florence, and when I’ m not writing about the very BEST OF KENT ®, I can usually be found hitting our county’ s top independent shops, enjoying a wealth of local entertainment from concerts to musicals, or relishing a beachside stroll.
An obsessive green tea drinker, top shopper and self-proclaimed wrapping extraordinaire, the wintry festive season is my very favourite time of year. Here’ s where you’ ll find me in this truly magical month ahead …
Mia’ s
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TOP FESTIVE ACTIVITY
A non-negotiable festive tradition for me is a visit to the enchanting carol services at Canterbury Cathedral. Making sure to arrive early to visit the wonderful stalls of Canterbury Christmas Market that line the Cathedral Precincts, this joyous evening of Christmas classics always puts me in the festive spirit.
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TOP SHOPPING
The independent boutiques of Whitstable are a firm favourite, particularly when looking for Christmas prezzies for my loved ones. I always head to bookshop Harbour Books and to Ruskin for their stylish womenswear. No trip here is complete without a seaside wander- winter is my top season to appreciate the scenic coastline.
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TOP DRINKS SPOT
Whether for an expertly crafted cocktail with friends before a night on the town, a relaxing staycation or a cosy breakfast catch-up, The Falstaff in Canterbury’ s exquisite accommodation, cocktail bar and warming lounge areas are delightful spots for indulgence and relaxation.
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