DAYS OUT : FAMILY FUN
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Kent & East Sussex Railway , Tenterden
FAMILY FUN
Port Lympne Reserve , nr Hythe Explore Kent ’ s largest wild animal park and breeding sanctuary , home to over 900 rare and endangered species including the UK ’ s largest herd of black rhino , gorillas , lions , leopards and the county ’ s only spectacled bears . Step back in time and discover the UK ’ s largest dinosaur collection or make your visit that bit more special by booking one of the many onsite experiences ; become a keeper for the day , or get up close and personal with one of Africa ’ s Big 5 on one of the bespoke safaris packages . Restaurants and kiosks are located around the park providing a variety of hot and cold snacks . www . aspinallfoundation . org
Howletts Wild Animal Park , nr Canterbury Over 390 animals and 50 individual species , plus plenty of births and arrivals . Visitors have the opportunity to see real animals up close and to be part of conservation in action .
www . aspinallfoundation . org / howletts
Kent & East Sussex Railway , Tenterden Escape into the Kent countryside onboard steam and diesel observation trains . Explore the 10.5-mile line from the historic market town of Tenterden to Bodiam Castle in East Sussex . www . kesr . org . uk
Rare Breeds Centre , Woodchurch A fun and enjoyable day out for all the family , meet creepy crawlies , birds of prey , encounter farm and pet animals , delight in the indoor and outdoor play areas and even race the pigs ! www . rarebreeds . org . uk
Wingham Wildlife Park , nr Canterbury See mandrills , penguins , aldabra giant tortoises and smooth-coated otters , or take a walk on the wild side in the dinosaur exhibit . www . winghamwildlifepark . co . uk
The Hop Farm , Paddock Wood Ideal family day out with outdoor and indoor play areas , farm animals , live entertainment and regular school holiday activities . www . thehopfarm . co . uk
Kent Life , Maidstone Get hands on with the animals , explore historic buildings , play in the playground and soft play area and enjoy extra activities such as pottery painting and tractor rides at this real working farm . www . kentlife . org . uk
Spa Valley Railway , Tunbridge Wells Picturesque railway journey through stunning Kent and Sussex countryside on steam and heritage diesel trains that run from Tunbridge Wells to High Rocks , Groombridge and Eridge . www . spavalleyrailway . co . uk
Diggerland , Rochester Theme park where children ( and adults !) can ride , drive and operate real diggers , dumpers and other full size construction machinery as well as enjoy rides and indoor and outdoor play areas . www . diggerland . com
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