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In the flightpath of heroes2008 sees the 50th anniversary of the departure by the US Air Force from RAF Manston, now Kent International Airport. Kent Life looks back at its proud history READ MORE »  OTHER ARTICLES
Home grownWith the cost of living skyrocketing, many people are looking into growing their own food on an allotment, which is why demand for plots is at an all-time high READ MORE » 
No place like RomeSilting and drainage have changed the face of Kent over the centuries, and nowhere is that more evident than the Wantsum Channel, protected by its forts at Reculver and Richborough READ MORE » 
Save our baconCaught between rising costs and low prices, many pig famers are deciding to leave the industry. With supermarket chain Asda selling its economy sausages at 2p, what lies ahead? Kent Life investigates READ MORE » 
50 ways to enjoy Kent's coast this summer - part fourWith summer finally kicking in, it's time to head for the coast and soak up some sun. Follow our guide over the next week as we reveal the 50 best ways to make the most of the Kentish seaside - in part four, activities for those who love their food and drink READ MORE » 
50 ways to enjoy Kent's coast this summer - part oneWith summer finally kicking in, it's time to head for the coast and soak up some sun. Follow our guide over the next week as we reveal the 50 best ways to make the most of the Kentish seaside - in part one, activities for the adventurous! READ MORE » 
Guardians of the GatewayThe Territorial Army celebrates its centenary year in 2008 and the Lieutenancy of Kent is leading the celebrations. Kent Life asked the Lord Lieutenant, President of the County of Kent Committee for Reserve Forces and Cadets, to explain its importance to the county READ MORE » 
Purple GoldNot only is more lavender now grown in Kent than any other county, we also are home to the National Collection at Downderry Nursery – which has just scooped Gold at this year’s Chelsea Flower Show READ MORE » 
100 years of the Astors at HeverWhat do you do when you want to enlarge your moated castle? William Waldorf Astor’s solution was to move a road. And a river. This month, Hever Castle celebrates the 100th anniversary of Astor’s transformations READ MORE » 
The Revenge WeaponsJune 1944 saw the start of the V1 terror campaign that once again placed Kent in the front line. Deep in the heart of the Weald, a survivor of this time has been returned to Germany for restoration before returning home READ MORE » 
Tales of time and space - The Folkestone TriennialSculpture, photography, film, installations, sound-work and performances inspired by Folkestone’s past, present and future will transform the town’s public spaces this summer in a groundbreaking Triennial exhibition READ MORE » 
Chiddingstone's community castleWhat do Nell Gwyn, a bank clerk and Samurai swords have in common? Kent Life visited Chiddingstone Castle to find out READ MORE » 
Meet Kent's finest food and drink producersFollow our series as we introduce Kent's food and drink heroes. Meet the men and women behind the produce of our county; today, Chris Barkaway, winner of the best butcher award. READ MORE » 
| Darling Buds and doodlebugsH E Bates conjured up a ‘perfick’ picture of post-war rural England, but what about the man who adopted the Garden of England as his spiritual home? READ MORE » 
Stop the dropBill Bryson, president of CPRE, is on a mission – to stop the pointless degradation of our countryside by litter and flytipping. Kent Life tracked his progress along the Pilgrims Way READ MORE » 
50 ways to enjoy Kent's coast this summer - part With summer finally kicking in, it's time to head for the coast and soak up some sun. Follow our guide over the next week as we reveal the 50 best ways to make the most of the Kentish seaside - in part five, activities for the nature buffs READ MORE » 
50 ways to enjoy Kent's coast this summer - part threeWith summer finally kicking in, it's time to head for the coast and soak up some sun. Follow our guide over the next week as we reveal the 50 best ways to make the most of the Kentish seaside - in part three, activities for the family READ MORE » 
School's outDo you remember the summer holidays? Endless weeks of fun in the sun, and that wonderful feeling - school’s out for summer. Here at Kent Life we’re all young at heart and still enjoy the odd ‘lesson’, so this summer we decided to find the best 10 lessons, or alternative ways to spend your summer days in Kent READ MORE » 
Bronze awardAn all-time passion for touch fuels Dominic Grant’s astonishing work in bronze READ MORE » 
Honey to the beeWe may take bees for granted, but they are actually vital to our survival – and our native bees are under threat. Kent Life investigates READ MORE » 
Roses in KentWhatever the English climate may throw at us, June has always been the month for roses, and where better to see and smell a multitude of varieties than in Kent? READ MORE » 
History, Magic and Mystery at Groombridge PlaceTo celebrate the particular beauty of Groombridge Place Gardens and its Enchanted Forest in June, a trilogy of very special garden celebrations is being held this month READ MORE » 
The energy debate - are bio-fuels Kent's future?The combination of rocketing fuel prices and growing environmental awareness is making many people consider biodiesel as a real alternative. Kent Life talks to the county’s leaders in the field READ MORE » 
Meet Kent's finest food and drink producersFollow our series as we introduce Kent's food and drink heroes. Meet the men and women behind the produce of our county; today, Mark McEachran, young chef of the year READ MORE » 
Meet Kent's finest food and drink producersFollow our series as we introduce Kent's food and drink heroes. Meet the men and women behind the produce of our county; today, Eddie Gadd, winner of best brewer. READ MORE » 
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Originally a country market town, Ashford’s continuous development and ability to change with the times has seen it evolve into a modern transport hub with historic links
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The RSPB is asking the public to help restore a major wildlife site in Kent. Fifty years ago, the Lydden Valley, just south of Sandwich, was a wildlife-rich wetland, but prolonged drainage has seen the area dry out and wildlife leave as a result.
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George Jessel talks to Kent Life about farming, family, diversification and his dream cheese
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