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COAST: DAYS OUT Dreamland, Margate COAST DAYS OUT ATTRACTIONS Dreamland, Margate Roman Painted House, Dover The UK’s oldest surviving amusement park featuring pop-up entertainment, live music, vintage and thrill rides, street food and several eateries, set against the scenic backdrop of Margate’s golden sands. www.dreamland.co.uk A major Kent archaeological rescue back in the 1970s dating back to AD200. Featuring five rooms of a major Roman hotel and additional displays. www.theromanpaintedhouse.org.uk Dover Castle, Dover Walmer Castle, Walmer Immerse yourself in 2000 years of history and experience the vibrant colour and opulence of this medieval English castle, as you are transported to a world of courtly intrigue and royal ambition. www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/ dover-castle Open the door to this charming Tudor castle by the sea; explore eight acres of magnificent gardens, woodland, majestic sea views and see the original ‘Wellington Boots’. www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/ walmer-castle-and-gardens Sandwich Wildlife Park Turner Contemporary, Margate By appointment only, animal park, not open to walk in visitors. This sister park of Wingham Wildlife Park, offers exclusive close encounter animal experiences. One of the UK’s leading art galleries, presenting a rolling programme of temporary exhibitions, events and learning opportunities which make intriguing links between historic and contemporary art. www.turnercontemporary.org Quex Park, Birchington, nr Margate A bespoke leisure destination for all the family to enjoy including the Powell-Cotton Museum, play centres, craft village, paintball, build-a-base and laser rush. www.quexpark.co.uk Romney Hythe & Dymchurch Railway, Hythe World-famous miniature steam railway, set against the backdrop of Kent’s most picturesque countryside, making this scenic, coastal journey a totally unique experience. www.rhdr.org.uk 95