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    🎃🍁 School's out and adventure's calling! This October half term, follow the Mad Scientists Trail at @hever_castle, press your own apple juice at @brogdale_collections, ride through @rhanddr, or enjoy Halloween fun with the animals at the @rarebreedscentre. From spooky surprises and harvest experiences to family-friendly attractions and unforgettable days out, Kent is bursting with ways to make memories this autumn. ✨ Plus, travel with @se_railway and enjoy Kids for a Quid tickets. Tap the link in our bio to start planning! #VisitKent #OctoberHalfTerm #AutumnInKent #FamilyAdventure #HeverCastle #BrogdaleCollections #RareBreedsCentre #RHDR #DaysOutWithKids #ExploreKent 🍂🎃🚂
    🍂✨ Autumn looks good on Kent. As the leaves turn golden and the countryside comes alive with autumn colour, there's no better place to unwind than Eastwell Manor. Enjoy crisp morning walks through the grounds, cosy evenings by the fire, indulgent spa time and the perfect excuse to slow down and soak up the season. Whether you're planning a romantic escape or a relaxing countryside retreat, @eastwellmanor is the ultimate autumn staycation destination. 🍁🧡 📍 Eastwell Manor, Ashford
    🍇🍂 Autumn is vineyard season in Kent. As the vines turn golden and the harvest draws to a close, there's no better time to discover the breathtaking wineries of the Wine Garden of England. Spend a day exploring the rolling vineyards of Biddenden Vineyards, enjoy award-winning sparkling wine at Chapel Down, take in the stunning views at Balfour Winery, or uncover the story behind England's newest sparkling wine house, Domaine Evremond. From guided tours and tastings to cosy cellar doors and seasonal experiences, Kent's vineyards offer the perfect autumn day out. 🥂✨ Plan your wine-inspired escape and discover why Kent is the UK's leading wine region. 📍 @chapeldown | @winegardenofengland #VisitKent #WineGardenOfEngland #KentWine #KentishWineWay #AutumnInKent #GardenOfEngland #EnglishWine #VineyardTour #WineLovers #ExploreKent #KentishWineWay🍷🍁✨
    Autumn paints the vineyards in gold, amber and crimson. With the harvest in, there is still time to wander among the vines and discover the extraordinary variety of styles produced across the Kentish wine country that suit all seasons. Choose your way.
    ✨ GIVEAWAY ✨ To celebrate the launch of our new Visit Kent website, we're giving away FIVE unforgettable Kent staycations! 🎉 Whether you're dreaming of a castle escape, vineyard retreat, family adventure or coastal getaway, we've got the perfect prize waiting for you. Featuring experiences from: 🏰 @leedscastleuk 🌳 @goapeofficial 🍇 @biddendenvineyards 🍷 @winegardenofengland 👑 @hevercastle 🌿 @penshurstplace 🌊 @vocothecliftonfolkestone 🚂 @rhdrrailway 🏨 @bridgewoodmanor ⚓ @historicdockyardchatham Discover somewhere new, revisit an old favourite and experience the very best of the Garden of England. 🤩 Head to the link in our bio to enter.
    Throughout the coming weeks until 1st November, @hever_castle is truly celebrating autumn. With a full programme of workshops, talks and activities not only will the surroundings be alive with colours but so will the calendar. We'd particularly recommend the expert talks as renowned arboriculturists and growers bring out the life that surrounds us this time of year. Head over to their Instagram page (@hever_castle) for further information and to book your tickets. Photo credit: @eseal
    🍂🚆 This autumn, leave the car behind and discover the season’s colours by rail with @se_railway 🍁 From vineyard visits and countryside walks to cosy pub lunches and castle adventures, Kent is packed with autumn escapes waiting to be explored. Hop on a train and enjoy stress-free travel to stunning destinations across the Garden of England, whether you're planning a day trip or a countryside staycation. ✨ Need inspiration? Discover cosy days out, seasonal stays and autumn adventures in our latest blog. 🔗 Link in bio 📸: @folkestoneharbour @cburycathedral @vocothecliftonfolkestone. #VisitKent #AutumnInKent #GardenOfEngland #Southeastern #AutumnStaycation #DaysOutInKent #KentLife #ExploreKent #CountrysideEscape #AutumnAdventures 🍂🚉
    🌿🍷 Just 72 hours in Kent... where would you start? Follow our ultimate Garden of England itinerary and discover vineyard-covered hillsides, historic gardens, charming villages and unforgettable countryside stays. ✨ Sip world-class sparkling wine, enjoy magnifience views at Canterbury Cathedral, cosy up for fireside lunches in a Shepherd Neame pub, explore the stunning estate at Penshurst Place, and wake up amongst the vines at Biddenden Vineyard's The Grape Escape. End your adventure immersed in nature at Elmley Nature Reserve. Whether you're visiting for a weekend or planning a longer escape, this is Kent at its most beautiful. 🍂🍇 📍 @shepherdneame 📍 @penshurstplace 📍@cburycathedral 📍 @biddendenvineyards 📍 @elmleynaturereserve 🔗 Discover the full itinerary via the link in our bio. #VisitKent #GardenOfEngland #KentGetaway #EnglishWine #HeverCastle #BiddendenVineyards #ElmleyNatureReserve #LoveKent #WeekendBreak #ExploreKent 🍷🌿
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    🎉 GIVEAWAY ALERT 🎉 To celebrate the launch of our brand-new Visit Kent website, we're giving you the chance to win ONE OF FIVE unforgettable Kent staycations! 🍂✨ Whether you're dreaming of a castle escape, coastal getaway, vineyard retreat or family adventure, there's a prize package waiting for you. Featuring incredible experiences from: 🏰 @leedscastleuk 🌳 goapeleedscastle 🍇 @biddendenvineyard 🍷 @winegardenofengland 👑 @hever_castle 🌿 @penshurstplace 🌊 @vococliftonhoteluk 🚂 @rhanddr 🛏️ @bridgewoodmanorhotelandspa ⚓ @dockyard.chatham Discover more of Kent and be in with a chance of winning your next unforgettable escape. ✨ Head to the link in our bio to enter. #VisitKent #GardenOfEngland #KentStaycation #Competition #Win #ExploreKent #LoveKent #VisitBritain #DaysOutInKent #KentLife #StaycationUK
    🍁✨ Kent's autumn colour bucket list is calling... From golden woodlands and historic estates to vineyard views painted in shades of amber and crimson, there's no better time to explore the Garden of England. 🍂 Wander beneath the spectacular autumn displays at Hever Castle, lose yourself among the picturesque parkland at Penshurst Place and Gardens, discover the rolling vineyards of the Wine Garden of England, and take in panoramic countryside views from Leeds Castle's Lakeside Lodge. Whether you're planning a cosy weekend escape, a photography adventure or simply a chance to enjoy the season's colours, these are the places to add to your autumn must-visit list. 🍷📸 📍 @hevercastle 📍 @leedscastle 📍 @PenshurstPlace 📍 @winegardenofengland 🔗 Find more autumn inspiration via the link in our bio. #VisitKent #AutumnInKent #HeverCastle #Gusbourne #TerlinghamVineyard #GreatCompGarden #LoveKent #AutumnColours #KentDaysOut #GardenOfEngland 🍁🍷✨
    🍂🍺 Cosy pub season is here... As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, there's nothing better than finding a warm, welcoming pub to settle into after an autumn adventure in Kent. Why not settle in at The Old Mill, Ashford, a charming country pub perfect for hearty seasonal dining, or head to The Shakespeare, Canterbury, where historic character and cosy corners make it an ideal stop after exploring the city. 🧡🔥 From locally brewed beers to comforting autumn menus, these Shepherd Neame pubs are serving up all the ingredients for the perfect autumn escape. 🍁 📍 @shepherdneameuk 📍 @theoldmillashford 📍 @shakespearecanterbury #VisitKent #AutumnInKent #ShepherdNeame #TheOldMill #TheShakespeareCanterbury #KentPubs #CosyPubs #TasteKent #LoveKent #AutumnEscapes 🍂🍻🔥
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