DAYS OUT : FAMILY FUN
Kent Life , Maidstone
Dover Sea Safari , Dover Experience the beautiful and iconic Kent coastline , fascinating seals or eerie Goodwin Sands , with an exhilarating close-to-the-water experience onboard a purpose built 10.5m 600hp RHIB , the ‘ Dover Explorer ’ or 11m 650hp RHIB , the ‘ Dover Pioneer ’. www . doverseasafari . co . uk
Mote Park , Maidstone Award-winning 440-acre multi-use park in the heart of the town . The former country estate , converted to landscaped parkland at the end of the 18th-century offers festivals , outdoor play , nine hole ‘ Dino Golf ’, Sky Trail , watersports and cafe .
www . moteparkfellowship . org . uk / mote-park
Carroty Wood , Tonbridge An activity centre enclosed in 58 acres of mature woodland with plenty of natural habitat and wildlife for groups and families to explore . Equipped with a range of group accommodation , over 20 instructed activities and a heated indoor swimming pool . www . rockuk . org / centres / carroty-wood
Badgers Hill Farm , Chilham When visiting , you will be accompanied by miniature donkeys , sheep , billy goats , chickens , geese , rhea , mara , wallaby and peacocks . Drop by for a chilled glass of homemade cider , or any other beverage on offer from the cafe , and have a wander around the farm and garden centre and see which animals you recognise ! www . badgershill . co . uk
Fairy & Elf Village at Jeskyns , Cobham A community of fairies and elves have recently discovered Jeskyns and they liked it so much that they have decided to set up their very own village ! Look for the gate in the Sand Pit Play Area to discover wonderful tiny new residences such as Acorn Apartments , Mushroom Manor , The Old Boot Inn and Tree Top Village .
www . forestryengland . uk / jeskyns-communitywoodland / fairy-elf-village-jeskyns
Canterbury River Tours , Canterbury Explore historic Canterbury with the award-winning guided river tours . Discover the city ’ s hidden secrets along the beautiful River Stour that flows through the heart of Canterbury . Suitable for all the family , with insightful guided walking tours also available .
www . canterburyrivertours . co . uk
Treasure Trails , 11 towns in Kent Self-guided detective mystery themed walking trails , fun for both kids and adults too ! Can be completed at your own pace , allowing you to explore the hidden nooks of these historic towns . www . treasuretrails . co . uk / collections / kent
The Historic Dockyard Chatham , Chatham Stunning maritime museum featuring the world ’ s most complete example of an historic dockyard from the age of sail ; explore historic buildings , Royal Navy warships and ship-building heritage through interactive educational exhibits and tours . www . thedockyard . co . uk
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