Kent chef Dev Biswal, owner-chef of The Cook’s Tale in Canterbury, has been recognised on the international stage after winning the Regional Indian Cuisine Championship at the inaugural Indian Restaurant Awards in London. The awards formed part of the first international edition of the Indian Restaurant Congress & Awards, held at the Royal Lancaster London…
A new cancer support centre set to be built in the grounds of Maidstone Hospital has been granted planning permission, bringing free emotional and practical support a step closer for thousands of people across Kent. The new Maggie’s centre will provide tailored support for people at every stage of cancer, as well as their families…
Collaborative Post It can be hard to find good storage options for our bedrooms. We want to make sure everything is put away neatly but we don’t always have the space. From wardrobes with sliding doors to trunks, here are some ideas for storage options for your bedroom. Storage Trunks These can be used in…
This Lymphoedema Awareness Month, a Kent native is helping to shine a light on a condition that affects hundreds of thousands of people across the UK — while also building a supportive community for those living with it. Matt Hazledine, who lives near Royal Tunbridge Wells, founded Lymphoedema United in 2021 after his own experience…
Tickets are now on sale for The Festival Theatre’s 2026 season, running from May to September across three of Kent’s most spectacular historic venues: Hever Castle, Chiddingstone Castle, and Penshurst Place. Set against award-winning gardens, Elizabethan architecture and picturesque castle grounds, the 2026 programme promises open-air theatre, family matinees, live music, immersive events and history…
An award-winning Kent wedding venue has unveiled a beautifully renovated space designed to meet the evolving tastes of modern couples. Set on the outskirts of Tunbridge Wells, Salomons Estate has revealed its newly refurbished Garden Room, marking the latest chapter in the historic estate’s continued investment ahead of the 2026 wedding season. The refreshed Garden…
When renovating your home there are so many decisions to make, and things to consider. From planning to safety and budgets, it’s best to start a project off right with a thorough plan. That’s why we’ve put together a list of the things you should consider when starting a home reno project. Everything you need…
With the stamp duty exemption on offer until March and interest rates being at an all-time low, now is a great time to consider selling your home. Assuming you aren’t 100% happy in your current house! We have recently put our house on the market and have learned some useful tips along the way which…
A year ago, the Festival Theatre at Hever Castle suffered irreparable damage. Despite this setback, they continued their performances with incredible support, utilising various venues across the Castle grounds. The team at Hever Festival Theatre extend their heartfelt gratitude to everyone who contributed tirelessly: the estate and venue managers who welcomed them, the artists who…
Winter might not seem like the best time to buy a home, but it can offer some unique advantages that many overlook. While the market is less busy, this season can reveal issues that would stay hidden in sunnier months. Viewing a house in winter shows you how it really holds up against the cold…
