Broadstairs AKA ‘Jewel in Thanet’s Crown’ has the Latin motto ‘Stella Maris’ meaning ‘star of the sea’. The name derives from a former flight of chalk cliff steps that led from the beach to the…

Whitstable is famous for its native oysters. These were collected from Roman times until the mid 20th century. Whitstable Harbour remains fully working with several eateries selling fresh seafood including the Whitstable Oyster. Here you…

Kent welcomes Viking invaders. The ‘Hugin’ is a reconstructed longship built in Denmark. It was sailed by 53 Danes to Main Bay (renamed Viking Bay following this event), Broadstairs in 1949. This marked the 1500th…

Canterbury sits in the southeast of England. It is one of the most visited cities in the UK & boasts three UNESCO World Heritage Sites – Canterbury Cathedral, St Augustine’s Abbey, and St Martin’s Church….

My first visit to Kent & my first stop, Canterbury Cathedral. In one word – impressive. Loads of history here as you would anticipate being one of the oldest and most important structures in England,…

Reculver Country Park on the Kent coast covers 26 hectares and is home to a large collection of plants and wildlife. The park also hosts the imposing twin towers of the medieval church ruins which…

Ramsgate in Kent, boasts 900 Grade 2 listed buildings, more than Bath! With beautiful architecture, including some impressive Victorian & Georgian examples, an abundance of history, a harbour, marina, cliff top views, long stretches of…

This one made me smile.  Grabbed the safe instructions for set-up and also grabbed the safe at the same time.  Mmmm not very safe :-). Hints & Tips: Carry a cable with secure ends when…