insideKENT Magazine Issue 66 - September 2017 | Page 8
WELCOME
It’s finally time to say goodbye to summer, and
I’m a-ok with that.
I had a wonderful season, a relaxing
holiday and now I’m refreshed and
ready for the autumn daily grind. The
kids are back at school and I’m quite
looking forward to our normal routine
(and Halloween!).
My first attempt at ‘zupping’ this summer.
Nervous? Me? Never!
I spent part of the summer in the States
and tried some new things, like ‘zupping’.
It’s a kneeling-sitting-standing-
lying-down watersports board, and it’s great
fun! I stood for 0.4 seconds before toppling
face first into the water, but hey-ho, it’s all
about the effort, right?
Do you hate to see the sun go and the leaves
turn from green to brown? Try to keep your
chin up, and maybe have a glass or two of
wine – that always helps! This month, we have
a special Kent Wines feature (p60), so have a
look and buy a few bottles to help chase away
the chilly-weather blues.
Comfort food is another great
change-of-seasons remedy, and we’ve rounded
up some of Kent’s best family-friendly
restaurants to keep both you and the kids happy.
Have a look on p68 for some of our favourites.
Each September, to coincide with the beginning
of the school year, we feature some of Kent’s top
educational establishments, and this year is no
exception. From Canterbury to Sevenoaks, our
county has an impressive list of schools – have a
look starting on p123 for the best of the best.
As always, we love to hear from our readers –
get in touch at [email protected],
or connect with us on Twitter, Facebook or
Instagram. Happy September, see you next
month!
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MY FAVOURITE THINGS THIS MONTH...
CROSLEY EXECUTIVE
TURNTABLE
There’s just something
about listening to an entire
album from beginning to
end on a record player.
This player not only does
that, but can also convert
your vinyl into digital files.
£89.95,
www.amazon.co.uk
URCHIN PENDANT LIGHT
This pendant is inspired by the empty shells of the sea
urchin found off the coast of Cornwall. Made from
sustainably sourced ash, oak or walnut.
£295, www.rume.co.uk
WILD & WOLF COPPER PHONE
Originally launched in 1967, this British retro
telephone is the ultimate style statement,
especially in bold copper.
£50, www.redcandy.co.uk
COCOA RASPBERRY VODKA LIQUEUR
This limited edition small-batch English vodka is infused with raspberry and
cocoa. A lovely treat for a chilly autumn evening.
£25, www.hotelchocolat.com
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