Newsflash! Celeb spots, new openings and the scoop on all things wellness

If it’s happening in Kent we’re all over it! Read on for the latest news on the openings and local goss near you.

LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION!

Dearest reader, who’s excited for Season 3 of Bridgerton? Dropping on our screens very soon (Thurs 16 May to be exact) is the much-awaited return of this hit show and you may notice a glimpse of this particular Kent venue. Back in August 2022, the Bridgerton production team rolled through the front gates of Squerryes Court in Westerham and set up home for 2 weeks where the Georgian building and grounds provided the setting for an opulent regency-style garden party that’ll feature in Season 3 – catch a glimpse of in the trailer here.

As a private residence, Squerryes Court is not open to the general public but for one-day only this May, don’t miss a chance to visit this gorgeous venue set on a 2,500 acre wine estate complete with a winery and brasserie-stye restaurant. As part of the National Garden Scheme on Fri 17 May, open 11am – 5pm and tickets are just £8 per adult and children go free.

IN THE KNOW

Think you need to sacrifice sustainability for style? Think again. She’s Electric is coming to Kent on Sun 19 May at Chilston Park Hotel with the most stylish and sustainable brands out there, for women thinking bigger about sustainability and curious to know more about making the switch to driving electric. Experience cars provided by Tesla, browse the sustainable lifestyle brands in fashion, beauty, wellness and discover more. Even hear from female founders, sustainability champions and experts hosted by Jo Elvin, Former Editor-in-Chief of Glamour Magazine and Erin Baker, VogueMarie Claire & Vanity Fair automotive feature writer. Pop along for the morning or afternoon session and better yet tickets are free.

Winners of Best Sustainable Lifestyle Business in Kent in the Muddy Awards last year, Gaia Studio have just opened their first ever, permanent retail space on Folkestone’s buzzy Harbour Arm. Amongst the thriving food and drink scene, Gaia Studio will be bringing beautifully furnished homewares, gorgeous cocktails, charcuterie and specialty coffee to a simply stunning space at the very centre of the Harbour Arm. If you’re after sustainable and beautiful homeware, Gaia Studio is the spot. Open now!

Fallow Fields Camping and glamping kids playing

Fancy a fun camping holiday with the family? Maybe you like the idea of a fully furnished bell tent – or at at the very least some decent wash facilities. Well, look no further than Fallow Fields Camping on the Kent coast. This is no ordinary camp site – oh no! You can book extra activities like tie dye and bush craft workshops, archery, axe throwing and even yoga. There’s also lots of free stuff on-site too including film nights and a gin & fizz bar for the adults. PLUS this summer book 3 or more nights camping mid-week (May half term and school summer holiday included) and get the 3rd night free. To claim your free night use code: FREENIGHT. Summer fun sorted.

WELLBEING

Feel like you need a bit of R&R or got a special celebration coming up? Rowhill Grange & Utopia Spa is a stunning 4 silver star, country house spa hotel and it’s the perfect luxury escape in the Kent countryside. Throughout May get a day of relaxation in the Utopia Spa with a 2-course lunch or afternoon tea on the terrace if the sun is shining from only £156 which includes £150 to spend on any treatments. Pamper-me time, here we come!

Book asap for Stede Court Fitness Summer Wellbeing Retreat on Sat 27 July with founder and one of London’s top celebrity personal trainers Kathryn and Ruth from @wealdpoweryoga for a day of outdoor circuits, sauna, fresh water swimming, delicious gut-healthy lunch and finishing with yoga on the lawn. Want in? Email kf@absolutefitness.co.uk to book.

We all know that spending time in nature is good for your wellbeing but did you know that time in nature can also support your gut health? Created in collaboration with Virginia Hills and Wasted Kitchen, this Nutrition in Nature Retreat at Elmley Nature Reserve gives you the chance to immerse yourself in nature whilst giving you the time to focus on your health and nutrition.

You’ll have a personalised walking map, nutrition advice pack and an hour-long video consultation with BANT registered Nutritionist Virginia Hills. To book your Retreat, choose the stay of your choice at Elmley and add the Retreat on as an option during the booking process.

Pay half the price and double the fun with a friend! Discover the health and wellness benefits of Reformer Pilates at Mytime in Penshurst just outside of Tunbridge Wells. Running Mon 20 – Fri 25 May only grab this special 2-for-1 deal where you and a friend can pop along to any class for the price of just £25 – so only £12.50 each! It’s the perfect chance to motivate each other and try something new. So whether you’re looking to tone-up, build strength, improve your posture and become more flexible or just work on your mental health and being mindful through breath and moment. You’ll love this cosy and intimate class setting, suitable for all skill levels. Email sarahoffice@ytimepilates.co.uk to secure your spots.

Join SPN Founder, Jaime Cooke for a 2 hour transformative workshop which will focus on lower back pain on Sun 12 May. Learn how to strengthen your deep core and trunk muscles that weaken with back pain as well as learning to control your spinal position and movement. This workshop will give you the techniques you need to treat your lower back pain with amazing success at home complete with access to an accompanying YouTube video. Tickets are £30. Running 2 – 4pm.

The Hart Spa have just launched a brand new service, The Brazilian Lymphatic Drainage Massage which is known and loved by many a famous name and it’s quite different from just a Lymphatic massage. It involves flushing out toxins and excess liquid from the body by bringing them out to the lymph nodes, through gentle massage, resulting in many health benefits such as preventing infections and symptoms such as tiredness and inflammation plus it leaves an amazing visual sculpting effect. The treatment itself can last between 30 mins to 2 hours, depending on the area of the body being treated.

This brand new treatment now has a special introduction price during May, book online here. Get 30mins and pay for only 20mins, 60mins for 30mins or book 90mins and only pay for 60mins. Prices from £75. We’re in!

BOOK NOW

The Alex in Faversham are hosting an Edinburgh Fringe Preview from some of the most exciting comedians heading to the Festival this August. So catch them near you first on Sat 20 July with London-based stand-up comedian and writer, Bella Hull, one of the UK’s most exciting young comedians, regularly playing to sell-out crowds and on TV including BBC’s Stand Up for Live Comedy, ITV’s The Stand Up Sketch Show and Comedy Central Live. Plus there’s powerhouse live act, Sara Barron, one of the fastest-rising comedians of her generation, since her 2018 debut at the Edinburgh Fringe, she’s starred on shows including Live at the Apollo (BBC), Would I Lie to You? (BBC) and Frankie Boyle’s New World Order (BBC). You won’t wanna miss this.

Words by Mollie Manning

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