Things to do - Days Out

Inside Kent's new miniature world

Inside Kent's new miniature world

A new “immersive” tourist attraction has opened up in Kent, featuring a model town you can race around and countless miniature objects

Trampoline and inflatables park ‘biggest of its kind’ to open in former Debenhams

Trampoline and inflatables park ‘biggest of its kind’ to open in former Debenhams

A trampoline and inflatables park with laser tag is set to open at a shopping centre next year.

Christmas events to get you in the festive spirit

Christmas events to get you in the festive spirit

We’ve rounded up a number of festive events taking place during December for children, families and adults to enjoy.

Spread Christmas cheer with Kent’s festive family days out

Spread Christmas cheer with Kent’s festive family days out

From gingerbread decorating to film screenings and ice skating, there’s lots to keep everyone happy this Christmas. Here’s our top picks.

Christmas light trail returns to castle

Christmas light trail returns to castle

A popular festive event is back for its second year, featuring incredible illuminations and colourful projections. Here’s how to book tickets.

‘This is the place to beat this year’

‘This is the place to beat this year’

Our reporter looks at one of the county’s most hypnotising Christmas light shows – as people far and wide get into the holiday spirit.

Aqua park planned for Bluewater

Aqua park planned for Bluewater

An inflatable water park could be coming to Bluewater two years after previous plans were scrapped following fierce opposition.

How and when to see one of Kent’s biggest castles transformed for Christmas

How and when to see one of Kent’s biggest castles transformed for Christmas

The castle will put on twinkling lights, a festive forest trail and visits from Father Christmas. Here’s everything you need to know.

Join the secret mission to help Mrs Claus save Christmas

Join the secret mission to help Mrs Claus save Christmas

Santa’s secrets are set to be revealed in a secret festive mission at one of Kent’s biggest attractions.

Free rainy day ideas that won’t break the bank

Free rainy day ideas that won’t break the bank

Money’s tight at this time of year, but we’ve got some great family days out that can keep you and the kids happy on a budget.

Luxury lodges at historic castle set to open

Luxury lodges at historic castle set to open

Holiday cabins offering a “calm and tranquil” setting along castle waters will finally opened this winter, setting visitors back £325 a night.

Castle to transform into snowy winter wonderland for Christmas

Castle to transform into snowy winter wonderland for Christmas

A Kent castle will recreate C S Lewis’ The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe this festive season, including a stunning snow-covered Narnia.

The panic room ranked third best in the UK according to Tripadvisor

The panic room ranked third best in the UK according to Tripadvisor

A Kent tourist attraction has been ranked as one of the best of its kind across the country.

The best soft play centres in Kent

The best soft play centres in Kent

This half-term could be the time to venture further afield in the county and try some of these fun-filled soft play centres.

Ways to keep the kids busy this week according to KentOnline readers

Ways to keep the kids busy this week according to KentOnline readers

It can be tricky keeping the kids entertained during half term so we asked readers for their top tips for hidden gems and fun places to visit.

East 17 to switch on Christmas lights in Kent towns

East 17 to switch on Christmas lights in Kent towns

East 17 will switch on Christmas lights in two Kent towns as part of free festive celebrations.

Frighteningly fun days out this Halloween

Frighteningly fun days out this Halloween

Keep the whole family happy this Halloween with plenty of kid-friendly activities, from ghost hunts to pumpkin carving.

Half term activities at Kent’s National Trust locations

Half term activities at Kent’s National Trust locations

From brave ghost hunters to curious creatives, National Trust is inviting families from across the county to visit this October.

London train trips to cost more when one-day Travelcard is scrapped

London train trips to cost more when one-day Travelcard is scrapped

Plans to scrap one-day Travelcards will make train trips to London more expensive from January, fears a campaign group.

Free National Trust passes on offer this autumn – here’s how to claim

Free National Trust passes on offer this autumn – here’s how to claim

Free National Trust passes are on offer to encourage families to get outside this autumn with many Kent properties included in the deal.

Picture-perfect pumpkin patches to visit this autumn

Picture-perfect pumpkin patches to visit this autumn

Pick your own pumpkins and take the perfect autumnal Instagram picture at these stunning patches.

10 free days out at unique Kent attractions

10 free days out at unique Kent attractions

Heritage Open Days are back so we’ve picked 10 unique days out, from WWI trenches to Victorian cemeteries - and you don’t even need to book.

Stunning photos of Kent’s new animal-themed safari trail

Stunning photos of Kent’s new animal-themed safari trail

One of the county’s best-loved attractions is opening a brand new outdoor art trail themed around animals and their habitats.

Pop-up golden retriever cafe coming to Kent

Pop-up golden retriever cafe coming to Kent

Events company Pop and Bark is bringing its hugely popular - and very Instagrammable - ‘Pupuccino’ bar and doggy bakery to a Kent location.

11 brilliant bank holiday ideas

11 brilliant bank holiday ideas

From family festivals to medieval jousting, there’s plenty of fantastic things to do over the August bank holiday weekend. Here’s our top picks.

Bubble tea and bao buns on offer at popular tourist spot

Bubble tea and bao buns on offer at popular tourist spot

A new restaurant serving bao buns and bubble tea has opened at Kent beauty spot – the sixth business to launch there this year alone.

10 stunning cycling trails to try this summer

10 stunning cycling trails to try this summer

It’s time to dig your bike out of the garage and enjoy a free day out exploring the Kent countryside on these beautiful trails.

Folk bands, sea shanties and ceilidhs to return to seaside town

Folk bands, sea shanties and ceilidhs to return to seaside town

A week-long folk festival will once again take over the town with more than 130 live bands, workshops, dances and food stalls.

‘Hour and a half wait for 15 minutes of fun at UK’s largest ball pit’

‘Hour and a half wait for 15 minutes of fun at UK’s largest ball pit’

The UK’s largest ball pit sounded like great fun – with 700,000 balls and Haribo prizes to find – but was it worth queuing for over an hour?

Popular seaside festival announces 2023 dates

Popular seaside festival announces 2023 dates

The reinvention of a popular seaside festival will return for a second year with a packed line-up of live music, food and activities.

Popular attraction offering £2 tickets

Popular attraction offering £2 tickets

An historic attraction is offering major disconts for eligible residents to help families this summer.

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