8 GREAT THINGS TO DO AND SEE IN KENT
The best days out in Kent
1. Visit Margate
Let’s start with the in- famous Margate. The all-time favourite day trip for London’s East Enders, home to amusements arcades, bars and nightclubs declined faster than their rollercoasters until recently. And again, it’s the East Enders contributing to its rise. Only this time it’s artists and creative types leaving Shoreditch to set up camp here. The result is a quirky, sometimes tacky but always eclectic mix of old and new. You find art galleries, the Turner Contemporary, vintage shops next to fruit machine arcades and disco pubs!
And the The Vintage Theme Park Extravaganza | Dreamland Margate is too good to miss!
2. Seal-watching in Ramsgate
Seal watching, really? Yes, it’s a great experience to see these cute giants of the sea in their natural habitat. Respectfully keeping the distance, you get a fascinating view of live seal colonies near Ramsgate. It’s fun and something you won’t do every day. Just get down to Ramsgate harbour and don’t forget your camera. Real seal pics make your Insta jump with joy. We help you booking this great day out. Just contact us here
3. Visit Dungeness
See Britain’s only desert in Dungeness. You read right, it’s officially a desert. A place of pure natural beauty set against the backdrop of an old power station, a vast landscape and a superb stretch of beach leading all the way to the glorious Camber Sands. Dungeness is a fascinating, eerie place, ideal for those who want to switch off completely and escape from their daily routine for a few hours. And don’t worry, several pubs in walking distance save you from dying of thirst. Get an insight what’s it like there here
4. Kitesurfing in Whitstable
Action lovers this way! Whitstable known for it culinary seafood scene and quaintness is also the centre of the kitesurfing scene in Kent. Visit the Whitstable Beach Kitesurfing Guide & Lessons (thekitesurfcentre.com) and learn how to master this fun sport. It combines paragliding, surfing, windsurfing, skateboarding, and snowboarding. Fun factor 10!
The beach profile is also fairly gentle, so beginners are welcome. And afterwards tuck into some freshly caught oysters near Whitstable harbour.
5. Try some local Gin
Chatham Dockyard is great attraction and amongst many things to do a Gin distillery tour and tasting session at the Home – Copper Rivet: Copper Rivet (copperrivetdistillery.com) is one of the best. Taste some lovely locally produced Gin and learn all about how it’s done. Afterwards explore the The Historic Dockyard Chatham – Your Big Day Out in Kent (thedockyard.co.uk) and see historic warships, railways and discover maritime treasures. This is a great day out for the whole family, apart from the tasting session, sorry kids.
6. Take the Turner and Dickens Walk
Take the great walk along the Viking Bay from hip Margate to the honey spot Broadstairs. Start at the superb Turner gallery to the historic Dickens House Museum – Thanet in Broadstairs. Walk on top off steep falling cliffs and enjoy wide ranging views over the North Sea.
Scenes from Turner’s and Dickens’ works, lives and times are displayed along the route mixed up with some great street art.
7. Travel in Style
Take a luxury round trip of Kent and board the Belmond Hotels, Trains, River Cruises – Discover Belmond Luxury Travel – Journey. Take a step back in time on this luxurious art deco style 1920’s train and fine dine while slowly travelling through the beautiful Kentish countryside. Dress to impress and relive the Golden of Age of Travel on this 5-hour long journey. We promise that you will leave with a smile. A classic and stylish day out like no other.
8. Visit Chartwell House
Discover Winston’s Churchill’s home, Chartwell | National Trust and get a real insight into the life of Britain’s war time leader. Look behind the scenes and wander the gloriously lush grounds of this historical country house. Visit his private chambers and offices. Learn about Churchill’s passion for art and see his impressive own paintings. And we can take you there, just send us a message for more details
Now you found out about 8 your next day trips from London should be sorted. If not just send us a quick mail and we happily feed you with more suggestions.
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See you in Kent!