insideKENT Magazine Issue 65 - August 2017 | Page 69

VIKING BAY , BROADSTAIRS Viking Bay is one of the (many) things that Thanet’s Broadstairs is famous for. In fact, this is where Charles Dickens himself used to spend his holidays, and he wrote an essay on it called “Our English Watering Place” in which he explained why it was such a perfect place. To be fair, Dickens didn’t really have to write it down (although we’re glad he did, as it’s a lovely piece of writing); Viking Bay’s plus points speak for themselves. This long sandy bay has both a vintage boardwalk and a cliff- top promenade as well as a family- friendly tidal pool and children’s rides to try out. Viking Bay also has a surf school through which you can book (from March until October) to learn how to surf, ski, and use belly boards. For those who prefer to enjoy their beaches from a stationary position, there are deckchairs and loungers available for hire. There is plenty of nearby parking, toilets and a number of different options for food including various cafés and bars, so you really can spend all day out on the sand and go home feeling happy and with some great seaside memories. Sat nav: CT10 1NB Saturday 16 September Open Air Theatre: The Wind in the Willows Sunday 27 th August, 2pm Starts at 9pm Join Badger, Ratty, Mole and Toad for a perfect summer of adventure. What starts as a search for the best picnic spot rapidly turns into the most hilarious of escapades. Adults £15. Children (under 16) £10. Family (2 Adults & 2 Children) £44. To book, please visit our website. A night out with a difference Woodfest & Country Fair Saturday 9 th & Sunday 10 th September, 10am - 5pm Walk 2017 After a successful event last year, we are very excited about the Woodfest and Country Fair this year! Some of our woodland demonstrations include pole-lathe turning, chainsaw carving, basket making, horse logging, bushcraft and more! In the arena, we have Xtreme Falconry, terrier racing, dog and duck display and ferret racing. The Fun Dog Show will be on Sunday only. Adult £10, Concession £8 and Children under 16 free. Celebrate the life of your loved ones on our fun 8 mile circular walk at Heart of Kent Hospice. Belmont House, Throwley, Faversham, Kent ME13 0H Heart of Kent Hospice @heartofkenthosp #HOKHMoonlitWalk17 Register Now! Visit: www.hokh.org/events Tel: [phone] Email: [email protected] www.belmont-house.org 01795 890 202 69