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Christmas markets and shopping in Thanet

Nov 28, 2025

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In Pictures: Bridget Riley's Learning to See at Turner Contemporary

Nov 21, 2025

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Family-friendly Christmas events: Pantomimes, illuminations, Santa's grotto

Nov 17, 2025

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Christmas nights out: Parties, comedy, theatre, live music

Nov 17, 2025

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Ramsgate Winter Festival lights up the darker months

Nov 15, 2025

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Autumn bike rides around Kent east coast and pubs to stop off at along the way

Oct 30, 2025

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Halloween nights out: Parties, clubbing, films, and more

Oct 22, 2025

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Family-friendly Halloween events: trick or treat trails, parties and more

Oct 22, 2025

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The best places in East Kent for a Sunday roast

Oct 3, 2025

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