insideKENT Magazine Issue 92 - November 2019 | Page 47

CHRISTMAS HAVE YOURSELF A MERRY LITTLE CHRISTMAS... THEY SAY THAT CHRISTMAS IS THE MOST WONDERFUL TIME OF THE YEAR, AND IF YOU LIVE IN KENT IT’S ABSOLUTELY CLEAR THAT THIS IS THE TRUTH – WE’VE GOT SO MUCH TO ENJOY, TO SEE, TO EAT AND TO CELEBRATE IN THIS COUNTY OF OURS, THAT YOU WOULDN’T WANT TO SPEND THE CHRISTMAS SEASON ANYWHERE BUT HERE. Kent at Christmas has it all, in fact it is a case of so much Christmas, so little time! So to help you fill your festive diary, plan your present picking and master your season of magical wonder, we’ve put together a bumper Christmas special of an issue, designed to not only get you fully ready for the season ahead but also totally in the festive spirit. Think Christmas, think presents! The wide-eyed wonder of the smalls when they see that Father Christmas has been, the look of appreciation when your well chosen gift hits the mark and even the smirk of satisfaction from your resident Scrooge that didn’t want anything (but actually really did!). For some inspired gift ideas this Christmas check out our amazing gift guide bursting with this year’s must have toys, gadgets, drinks and wishlist wonders; you may even find something to ask Santa for! Shopping lists made? We’ve made the present thing even easier with our low down on Christmas Shopping throughout the county, as well as our guide to this season’s perfect Christmas stockings. Finally make the most of your holiday season by filling your calendar with a host of festive frolics; Christmas days out, pantos, crafting and more can be found in the events section, before letting your hair down and glamming it up, inspired by our Christmas fashion pages, at one of Kent’s fun-filled Christmas parties. Happy Kentmas one and all! Christmas wouldn’t be Christmas without food, and lots of it! Escape the kitchen and check out our guide to the best dining out festive menus, perfect for Christmas and Boxing Day dining. Staying at home? Then check out the top turkeys from our local Kentish suppliers. 47