DAYS OUT : UNIQUE ACTIVITIES
Herne Bay Pier , Herne Bay Classic and charming English Victorian seaside pier . Free fishing and crabbing attracts young and old , a place where visitors can release their inner child in the Pier Village and on the retro fairground-style attractions . www . hernebaypier . co . uk
South Foreland Lighthouse , St Margaret ’ s Bay Remote Victorian lighthouse built as a beacon of the White Cliffs . Enjoy views of the French coast , watch the clockwork mechanism and step back in time at Mrs Knott ’ s Tea Room , situated at the first lighthouse in the world to display an electric light . www . nationaltrust . org . uk / south-foreland-lighthouse
St Leonard ’ s Church , Hythe An extraordinary ossuary – the largest and bestpreserved collection of ancient human skulls and bones in Britain , as well as examples of some remarkable medieval pilgrim graffiti . www . slhk . org
The Grange , Ramsgate Quench your fascination for architecture and design at Augustus Pugin ’ s home , one of Britain ’ s most influential architects and designers who designed the interiors of the Houses of Parliament . www . landmarktrust . org . uk / news-and-events / visiting-landmarks / visiting-the-grange
Ramsgate Tunnels , Ramsgate Put on a hard hat and pick up a lantern to unlock the story of a hidden underground city on a guided tour through the subterranean tunnel system used to shelter 60,000 people during the air raids of WW2 . www . ramsgatetunnels . org
Royal Military Canal , Romney Marsh One of Kent ’ s most fascinating landmarks stretching for 28 miles and providing a haven for wildlife . During the summer , the canal comes alive with hovering dragonflies and noisy marsh frogs . www . explorekent . org / activities / royal-military-canal
Alpaca Annie , Burmarsh Trek with alpacas and discover the Romney Marsh , its dykes , farmland and crops in this unique , once-in-alifetime animal experience . www . alpacaannie . com
Escape Rooms at Donnington Manor , Sevenoaks Gather your team , harness your problem-solving skills and enter one of the esteemed rooms at Donnington Manor Hotel . Choose from frightful experiences or mythical adventures ; the challenge awaits you . www . donningtonmanorhotel . co . uk
Escape in the Towers , Canterbury Set within England ’ s largest surviving medieval gateway built in 1380 ( also Canterbury ’ s former city jail ), immerse yourself in the one-of-a-kind setting as you fight to beat the clock . Enjoy free entry to the Westgate Towers Museum and Viewpoint before or after your game . www . onepoundlane . co . uk / escape
Kent Cookery School , Ashford Based in the heart of The Garden of England , expect a very relaxed , informal vibe but professional wellequipped kitchen offering classes for individuals , couples , families and groups . Passionate about using locally sourced ingredients , there ’ s an array of cookery classes and demonstrations on offer , from European cuisine , barbeque and street food delights to baking and sweet tooth masterclasses . www . kentcookeryschool . co . uk
Canterbury Baking School , Canterbury Situated near the historic city of Canterbury , offering a range of cooking and baking classes including breadmaking , artisan bread , sourdough , pasta and vegetarian and vegan cooking . Suitable for all experience levels . www . canterburybakingschool . com
Creative Quarter , Folkestone Enjoy a hive of activity in this urban village of designermakers , technophiles , musicians and artists . Wander the streets made up of studios , offices and over 50 independent shops . Enjoy watching artists paint in their galleries , or join in one of the many available classes or workshops . Pick up unique , bespoke pieces in one of the many shops , or stop for a coffee in the cafe bookshop . www . creativequarterfolkestone . org . uk
Virtual Recreation , Ashford Set in the heart of Ashford ’ s Elwick Place , the recently opened Virtual Recreation offers a VR experience unlike any other . Battle it out or join forces to complete a range of immersive challenges from zombie shooting to swimming with whales ; enter a whole new world with the outstanding VR equipment . www . virtualrecreation . co . uk
Boom Battle Bar , Canterbury From augmented reality darts and axe throwing to crazy golf and karaoke booths , Boom Battle Bar , situated in Canterbury ’ s Riverside , promises a games night to remember . Meet with friends for cocktails and light bites , or gather for a fun family celebration with a difference . www . boombattlebar . com / uk / canterbury
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