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Welcome to the Keepers Cottages blog, your go-to guide for discovering what’s happening in Kent.

From coastal walks and hidden beaches to seasonal events, local food, family days out and dog-friendly adventures, we share the very best of the Garden of England. Whether you’re planning your next stay, already counting down to your arrival, or simply looking for inspiration, our curated guides highlight the places, people and experiences that make Kent so special. We shine a light on independent businesses, must-visit attractions, countryside escapes and seaside favourites, alongside owner updates and local news from across our portfolio.

Think of this as your insider’s handbook to Kent, regularly updated with ideas to help you explore more, eat well and make the most of your time by the coast and in the countryside.

17th December 2013 by Phoebe Shipton
Taylor-Jones & Son
As the first in a series of articles on local independent traders we thought who better to start with than one of this years additions to the collection, Taylor-Jones & Son, 152 High Street, Deal. Situated at the North end of the High Street, amongst a nice selection of other independent traders, Sonja Taylor-Jones decided […]
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24th November 2013 by Phoebe Shipton
Tis’ the season to be jolly
Christmas is looming ever closer as the months speed by and so we thought it would be useful to highlight the Christmas markets, good shopping towns and events going on throughout Kent and particularly in the South East region to make the festive shopping experience a little less stressful. In the South East corner we […]
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1st October 2013 by Phoebe Shipton
Half Term and Halloween Events
What’s on in East Kent in October half term? Dover Castle – as half term coincides with Halloween this year the castle is holding a Haunted Castle event .  Suitable for families the question is are you ready to take on one of the most haunted castles in Kent?  Activities include Children’s Halloween Costume competitions, creating […]
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30th September 2013 by Phoebe Shipton
Autumn in Kent
Although some of us were still lighting fires as late as June this year there has been an upside to one of the coldest Springs on record.   The trees and hedgerows are now practically groaning with one of the most abundant wild harvests seen in years, particularly down here in East Kent.  It started with […]
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15th August 2013 by Phoebe Shipton
Events in East Kent for Summer 2013
The sun is shining and the temperatures are rising as we look set for a beautiful summer here in the South East. Looking at pictures of people squashed like sardines onto Brighton Beach it makes our newly rejuvenated beach at Deal look even more appealing, no crowds, plenty of space, clear sea and now even […]
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