Thinking about your seaside summer holidays? If so, then Deal and the surrounding area should be top of your list…beautiful coastline and stunning countryside there really is so much to see and do…whether it’s hanging out on the beaches; exploring our historic villages, towns and Cathedral city of Canterbury; buying vintage finds in our independent […]
It’s May half term and time is so precious with the family that you cannot possibly let this grey, wet weather stop you from having fun. Here are some ideas for an entertaining day out: Deal and Dover: Visit the Deal Maritime Museum which houses many artefacts from the town’s impressive maritime history including a display of Royal Marine […]
May is National Walking Month and the unexplored East Kent coastline, home to some of the most beautiful natural attractions, is just begging to be explored by foot. The weather is warming up and the evenings are drawing out so now is the right time to discover this delightful corner of the Garden Of England. […]
There are no shortage of things to do in East Kent this Spring and Summer! There is so much going on here on this thriving stretch of coastline. This May Bank Holiday Monday (2nd May) sees the return of the Walmer Brocante, Antiques, Collectables and Craft Fair between 8am and 4pm on Walmer Green. There are bargains to […]
May half-term is just around the corner and with the weather warming up we thought we would get you excited about all the fun activities that are going on in and around Deal. Whether you fancy a long bank holiday weekend away or a longer stay there is plenty to keep the whole family entertained. […]
There’s plenty going on on the East Kent coast to keep families of all ages amused this Easter holiday and we have a wonderful collection of family properties for you to stay in. Easter comes early this year falling between the 25 and 28 of March so don’t be caught out – now is the […]
With Valentine’s Day falling on a weekend this year, why not pack your bags for a romantic break away by the sea? Our wonderful selection of self-catering holiday cottages are warm and inviting so perfect for this time of year. Some have wood burning stoves or roll-top baths, or come with mesmorising sea views – […]
The countdown to Christmas has officially begun so we have been busy as elves here at Keepers Cottages to give you the very best places to take family and friends! Leeds Castle Christmas Market – 5th, 6th, 12th, 13th, 19th to 23rd December 2015 Leeds Castle hosts the annual Christmas Market on the Cedar Lawn overlooking […]
Deal and its neighbouring coastal towns know how to enjoy themselves with an array of festivals taking place this summer. Displaying the best of local, national and international talent these events are designed for all to enjoy. This weekend sees the grand finale of the Deal Festival – Deal’s very own summer festival of the music […]
A corner of East Kent is famous for the quality of its golf courses, spearheaded by Royal St Georges, that is a fixture on the Open Championship rota, hosting the 2011 tournament most recently. But a number of other outstanding courses reside along the same stretch of coastline, and many of these open their doors […]
One of the highlights of the cultural calendar in Kent, 2015 marks the thirty-third anniversary of the Deal Festival of Music & The Arts. It has become one of the landmarks of the English music festival scene and a treasured institution, bringing music and arts lovers from far and wide to enjoy concerts, exhibitions and […]
This week Lonely Planet voted Kent as the best destination in Europe for a family holiday and we couldn’t agree more. Deal and the surrounding area is a great base from which to explore the Garden of England. Here are our top reasons for Kent receiving this accolade. 1. Beaches, bays and bucket and spades […]
