DAYS OUT : FAMILY FUN
Dreamland , Margate
Dreamland , Margate Discover the UK ’ s oldest surviving amusement park ; a picture-perfect seaside resort set against the backdrop of Margate ’ s golden sands . Fun for the whole family , experience the vintage and thrill rides both old and new , catch some of the site ’ s pop-up entertainment and frequent art installations , or check out one of many live music performances throughout the year . www . dreamland . 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 a 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
Treasure Trails , 13 towns across Kent Self-guided , mystery-themed walking trails , fun for both kids and adults ! Can be completed at your own pace , allowing you to explore the hidden nooks of these historic towns . www . treasuretrails . co . uk / collections / kent
Badgers Hill Farm , Chilham Discover over 10,000 varieties of plants , trees and shrubs nestled within the gardens of this quaint garden centre . Stop off at the cafe for a warming bite to eat or a refreshing glass of homemade cider and have a wander around the farm to visit the family of farm animals that live there . www . badgershillgardencentre . co . uk
The WonderWorks , Margate Plan a trip with the family to discover one of Kent ’ s newest attractions for an immersive experience inspired by the UK ’ s best known hobby brands - Hornby , Scalextric , Airfix , Corgi and Pocher . Enjoy daily workshops , showstopping exhibition pieces , interactive activities and lots more . www . wonderworksmargate . co . uk
Canterbury River Tours , Canterbury Explore historic Canterbury with these 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
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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