FOOD + DRINK
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Project is one for the animal-loving adventurers. Alongside offering seasonal events and a variety of animal experiences, allowing all ages to get up close to and learn all about the animals that call Fenn Bell home, The Fenn Bell Inn sits at the heart of the site and boasts fresh, thoughtfully curated breakfast, lunch and dinner menus, including a wide selection for little ones and quick and easy packed lunches- perfect for a light bite on the go.
THE BLUEBELL CAFÉ
The Bluebell Café at Aspens, Pembury aspens. org. uk / bluebell-cafe
A wonderful charity supporting and caring for individuals on the autism spectrum and with learning disabilities, empowering them to learn and grow, Aspens’ beautiful Pembury site offers a fantastic café that makes for a delightful spot to grab a bite with the littles. Serving a selection of hot and cold beverages and a selection of delicious cakes, meals, sandwiches and snacks, The Bluebell Café is only a hop and skip away from Aspens’ outdoor gym, playground, idyllic woodland walk and animal farm home to donkeys, alpacas, pigs, rabbits, guinea pigs, ponies, ducks, goats and resident emus Charles and Camilla!
High Tide Social & Play Cafe, Margate hightidesocialcafe
A small, independent Margate café that has become a lively community hub for all ages, sip on local speciality coffee and tuck into freshly prepared deli sandwiches and sweet bakes, all while the children run wild in the cafe’ s popular play area. High Tide also regularly exhibits inspiring works from a range of local artists and plays host to a calendar of inclusive events such as Little Chef cooking clubs and creative workshops.
THE GARDEN ROOM AT PORT LYMPNE
Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve, Lympne, nr Hythe aspinallfoundation. org / port-lympne
A remarkable 600-acre reserve that’ s home to over 900 animals across 75 species that includes giraffes, zebras, lions, tigers and Kent’ s only spectacled bears, Port Lympne often ranks top of the list of the county’ s top family days out for its unforgettable safari experience. After exploring the Dinosaur Forest, embarking on a safari truck tour and spotting the extraordinary animals across the reserve, you’ ll certainly be in need of a refuel in one of Port Lympne’ s superb dining locations. Set within the pretty Mediterranean gardens, Babydoll’ s Wood-Fired Pizza restaurant is the perfect pitstop for child-friendly, authentic Italian bites in an informal, welcoming setting, or The Garden Room is sure to be a hit with its small plates for young explorers and generous Sunday roasts. Open seasonally to short break guests, Bear Lodge Restaurant also serves up a variety of all-day spreads with lovely reserve views.
AFTERNOON TEAS & TREATS
The Lane, Deal thelanedeal. co. uk
THE LANE
Boasting a relaxed environment for foodie enjoyment, only a short distance from Deal’ s seafront, The Lane is a firm family favourite for its fresh breakfasts, lunch bites and immersive themed afternoon teas. Kids are certain to love The Lane’ s imaginative spreads, with tiers of freshly baked savouries, cakes and treats taking inspiration from their best-loved films and characters. Running until 17 May, the NeverLANE Afternoon Tea will whisk its diners away to a magical land complete with Lost Boys sliders, mermaid cheesecakes and a treasure chest filled with chocolate coins. The NeverLANE Afternoon Tea is £ 22.50 per child and £ 45 per adult.
Nibbles Railway Cafe, Newenden nibblesrailwaycafe. co. uk
There’ s nothing quite like having your meal delivered to your table by a wonderfully restored vintage model railway. Nestled in the quaint village of Newenden, family-run cafe Nibbles is an all-round hit promising warm welcomes, homemade food and a dining experience to remember. Perfect for both little appetites and
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