insideKENT Magazine Issue 67 - October 2017 | Page 10

WELCOME Memories are wonderful things, and during the inevitable change of seasons, I tend to hold on to the best memories of the season before... But with the happy-times reminiscence comes anticipation for what’s to come, and quite possibly the best time of year is right around the corner: Halloween and Christmas! Holding on to summer memories... I’ve always loved Halloween – perhaps a little too much. I can’t help it. I love fancy dress, sweeties, parties, trick or treating, sweeties, creepy things, sweeties and horror films. Add them all together and it’s like, well, the best thing ever for me. I can’t wait to venture to some of Kent’s best Halloween attractions this year – especially Broadwitch Hauntfest! You’re spoilt for choice when it comes to pantos this year. Oh yes you are! (sorry, had to be done). From Folkestone to Tunbridge Wells, you can catch Cinderella, Aladdin, Peter Pan, Sleeping Beauty and many more to bring on the Christmas cheer (and laughs). Do you have any spooky or Santa-y plans coming up? We’d love to hear from you. Email us at [email protected], or touch base on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram. Happy Halloween! Once the last piece of chocolate has been eaten and you’ve heard the last fireworks bang, it’s well and truly time to get into the Christmas spirit. The best way to do that? Book your panto tickets, of course! ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• MY FAVOURITE THINGS THIS MONTH... THE KING HAND SILVER SKULL A modern take on an absolute classic, this skull makes an impressive and dramatic feature in any space (especially at Halloween). £225, www.smithersofstamford.com PERNILLE CORYDON ICON SILVER NECKLACE Christmas is coming! Whether you’re looking for the perfect gift for her, or want to add some more lovely things to your own wish list, this elegant, geometric silver necklace is the perfect piece. £50, www.printerandtailor.com VANILLA BEAN GOURMET MARSHMALLOWS Vanilla beans. Marshmallows. What a combo. These classic, light and fluffy marshmallows are handmade using natural and fairtrade ingredients. £4.25, www.nakedmarshmallow.co.uk ALPACA TRAVEL SHAWL This deliciously light alpaca and bamboo fibre shawl comes pre-rolled in a matching drawstring bag to make a neat little travel pillow. Ideal for long flights, on holiday, at weddings, garden parties, or just to cuddle up with at home. £109.95, www.annabeljames.co.uk 10