The village of Appledore lies on the edge of Kent’s Romney Marsh, not far from the East Sussex border. It may be small, (population approximately 750), but it is one of those delightful English villages surrounded by idyllic countryside. If…
Dungeness: A Very Different British Landscape
It’s remote, the landscape desolate and often referred to as “post-apocalyptic”. Yet Dungeness has an odd charm to it. And if you look closely enough, you’ll find that this isolated spot of the Kent coast is actually alive with all…
White Cliffs Country
For many travellers, Dover is simply a pass-through point for going to or arriving from France. They might stop long enough to visit Dover Castle. Other than that, they don’t give it much thought as a destination in its own…
UK Sausage Week 2018
UK Sausage Week is back! Starting on October 29 and running until November 4, it is time once again to celebrate the great British banger. Sausages were mentioned in Homer’s Odyssey, more than 2,700 years ago, and the first mention…
A Taste of Kent – Gypsy Tart
If you grew up on the North Downs, in Thanet, or elsewhere in the Garden of England, you have no doubt eaten gypsy tart at least once. For a long time, it seemed to be a school dinner staple. But…
The Isle of Thanet Coastline
Viking Bay, Broadstairs. © Visit Kent Decades ago, seaside resorts were bustling in the summer with buckets and spades, donkey rides, and Punch and Judy shows. Those days are long gone. Some towns have faded, never quite regaining the glory…
England Coast Path: 2,700 Miles Coming Soon!
Britain’s coastline is, quite simply, magnificent. From secluded coves to busy beaches, rugged cliffs to miles of smooth sand, the coastline around these islands has it all. And what better way to explore most of it than on foot? Wales…
Castles of Britain: Leeds Castle
Located almost at the exact centre of Kent, Leeds Castle lies within 500 acres of parks and gardens. Its rich history and magnificent views make it an excellent destination for a day in the country. History of Leeds Castle The…
British Wine Market Continues to Grow
Over the past few decades, the reputation of British wine has greatly improved. In fact, the country now boasts a number of award-winning vineyards. And the trend is growing. It’s also spreading geographically. Although currently focussed on the Southeastern corner…
Best of British Beaches – England
With more than seven thousand miles of coastline around Britain, there are beaches to suit every taste, from popular bucket-and-space resorts to isolated stretches that hardly anyone knows about. After looking at some beautiful beaches in Northern Ireland and Wales,…