insideKENT Magazine Issue 37 - April 2015 | Page 8

••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• welcome Like a fine wine, our wonderful county gets better year on year and, like boastful (possibly overbearing) parents, this issue we're on a mission to tell every man and his dog just how great it really is. Kicking off on 3rd April, be inspired by our spectacular Easter feast feature (p54) and shop this season's best edible gifts (p162). From Kent's thriving vineyard scene (p48) to its vibrant towns (p107) and boundless events (p35), we're proud of its offerings year round, but even more so at special occasions like the Taste of Kent Awards. As media sponsors of the annual shindig, the insideKENT team glammed up on 12th March to celebrate the announcement of this year's food and drink heroes. See the full list of winners (and lovely pics) over on page 63. The insideKENT team at the Taste of Kent Awards If my tale of Cornwall has you dreaming of making a swift getaway, check out our guide to the best UK half term breaks (p113). From quirky treehouse stays to narrow boats, campers, cottages, and the ol' active weekends at Center Parcs, there's something for everyone. And for those looking to spend the school holidays a little closer to home, our capital is hosting a number of spring exhibitions and sightseeing itineraries (p98) that are not to be missed! Here's to a fun-filled April! Continuing on the celebratory wagon, the first bank holiday weekend of the year is on the horizon, and it couldn't come quicker – not due solely to chocolatey treats, but because I will spending four days surrounded by my brilliant family in Cornwall. www.insidekentmagazine.co.uk Gemma Dunn - Editor @insidekent /insidekent /insidekent Ben Nevis is a-calling! As many of you will know, I have signed up to climb Ben Nevis this June – along with insideKENT's account manager, Cathy Jinks, and other amazing trekkers – in aid of Demelza's 101 challenge. If you would like to show your support and help us raise funds for this invaluable cause, please donate at www.justgiving.com/ CathyJinks-GemmaDunn. Alternatively, text our unique code – CJGD99 – followed by the amount you wish to donate (£1, £2, £3, £4, £5 or £10) to 70070. Thank you to all of those who have already donated – Cathy and I are incredibly humbled! insidekentmagazine Editor Gemma Dunn Feature Writer Lisamarie Lamb Design Manager Dave Leo Yogore Graphic Designers Serlina Boyd / Laurence Whymark Fashion Editor Molly Neznanski Gil Account Managers Alex Perseval / Cathy Jinks / Natalie Keeble Administrative Assistant Kelly Hyham Contributors Explore Kent / Visit Kent / RHS / Luke Yates / Gary Northfield / Kate Lovegrove / Paul Nixon Photography Luke Yates -Creative & Editorial Director Donna Martin Sales & Publishing Director Adam Ready insideKENT Magazine is published by Sideways Media Ltd The Workshop | 32-40 Tontine Street | Folkestone | CT20 1JU [email protected] | www.sidewaysmedia.co.uk For general enquiries, please contact 01303 766111 @hellosideways /hellosideways When you have finished with this magazine, please pass it on to a friend or recycle it. For all advertising enquiries, please contact Adam Ready on 01303 766114 or email [email protected] © Copyright 2015. The views expressed in this magazine are not necessarily those of the publisher. Neither the publisher nor any other person associated with the production and publication of this magazine make any guarantees, warranties or claims as to the accuracy, currency or truthfulness of any of the contents of this magazine. No part of this magazine may be copied, reproduced or transmitted in any form without the publisher’s written consent. No responsibility is taken for unsolicited editorial, images or photographs published. While every care is taken, prices and details are subject to change and the publisher takes no responsibility for omissions or errors. Publisher is not responsible for any variation in image colour due to printing processes. 8