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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-treat-yourself">TREAT YOURSELF</h2>



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<p>Banish the winter blues and embrace the season’s enchantment with a rural retreat to either <a href="https://www.handpickedhotels.co.uk/stay-your-way" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Chilston Park</a> or <a href="https://www.handpickedhotels.co.uk/stay-your-way" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Brandshatch Place &amp; Spa</a>. Picture yourself indulging in sumptuous, locally-sourced cuisine, unwinding beside a crackling fireplace, and exploring frost-kissed grounds before retreating to a night of blissful sleep in one of their elegant rooms. Book their brand new <em>Stay Your Way</em> offer and get £50 credit to spend in their restaurants or bars when you book a two-night stay (breakfast included or if you book Brandshatch use of the health club and spa facilities is also included). Book by 31 Jan 2025 for stays until 28 Feb 2025. </p>



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<p>Celebrate the Christmas magic at <a href="https://www.greenfarmkent.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Green Farm</a> with their Festive Day of Relaxation on <strong>Weds 4 Dec</strong>, 10am &#8211; 7pm. For just £40, enjoy a 25-minute treatment of your choice &#8211; from massages to facials &#8211; plus complimentary mulled wine, mince pies, and festive snacks. Enhance your day with optional candlelit yoga (£15pp), lifestyle advice sessions, and a guided tour of the stunning grounds. Every guest receives an ESPA gift and entry into a Christmas raffle with fantastic prizes. Book now at 01233 808707 or online via <a href="https://www.greenfarmkent.co.uk/spa-retreat-bookings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Green Farm Spa Bookings</a> &#8211; spaces are limited, so don’t miss out on this festive escape!</p>



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<p>Winner of Best Yoga &amp; Pilates Studio 2024 in our Muddy Awards, <a href="https://suzistaden.podsmith.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Suzi Staden Pilates Studio</a> have just launched a line of gorgeous clothing including sweats, hoodies and tees complete with pilates slogans. Perfect for any Pilates lover this Christmas! <a href="https://suzistaden.podsmith.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Shop now</a>.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-celeb-spotting">CELEB SPOTTING</h2>



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<p>The legend that is Mary Berry visited <a href="https://www.aspinallfoundation.org/port-lympne/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Port Lympne Hotel &amp; Reserve</a> to film her brand new show ‘<em>Mary’s Foolproof Dinne</em>r’. Strictly winner and wildlife photographer Hamza Yassin joined her to learn how to cook, while she learnt how to photograph wild animals on safari. Together Mary and Hazma cooked on the stunning Treehouse accommodation balcony, boasting a view of the whole park and Kent coast, and enjoyed Mary’s delicious chocolate cake in Port Lympne&#8217;s famous Lion Lodge with a pot of tea. If you haven&#8217;t seen it yet, the episode aired at 7:30pm on Tues 12 Nov and can be found on BBC iPlayer.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-free-wine">FREE WINE</h2>



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<p>Raise a glass to the festive season at <a href="https://www.brenleywine.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Brenley Farm’s Free Wine Tasting Events</a> in Faversham! Perfectly timed for Christmas, these events are a chance to sample an array of delicious wines in a relaxed and festive setting. Whether you&#8217;re a wine enthusiast or simply in search of the perfect bottle for your celebrations, this is your moment! Available on the following dates; Sat 7 (11am &#8211; 3pm), Fri 13 (5-8pm), Fri 20 (5-8pm) and Sat 21 Dec (11am &#8211; 3pm). Don’t miss this fabulous chance to sip, savour, and soak in the Christmas cheer!</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-newness">NEWNESS</h2>



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<p><a href="https://macknade.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Macknade</a>&#8216;s Pet Pantry is NOW OPEN! Find a handpicked selection of pet food, treats, toys, and accessories, designed to keep your furry friends healthy, happy, and thoroughly spoiled. Brands featured include Marley Bones, Yora, Naturaw &amp; Scrumbles &#8211; who are all just as passionate about provenance, sustainability and animal welfare as Macknade is. Visit in-store to explore the range in full and treat your pets to something special!</p>



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<p>On your marks, get set, GO! Are you ready for the grand opening of <a href="https://bluewater.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Sephora at Bluewater</a>? Opening TODAY (Weds 27 Nov) located on the Ground Floor. The first 500 people will receive a good bag so hop to it!</p>



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<p>Exciting news from the <a href="https://pleasantlanddistillery.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Pleasant Land Distillery</a> Team – their highly anticipated <a href="https://pleasantlanddistillery.com/products/nocino-liqueur" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Nocino Walnut Liqueur</a> is now available for pre-order! After much excitement, they&#8217;ve replenished their stock just in time for Christmas. Order yours now, and we’ll have it dispatched by 16 Dec for a swift 2-3 day delivery, so you can enjoy this festive treat in no time. Don&#8217;t miss out on securing your bottle of this delicious seasonal liqueur. Cin cin!</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-things-to-look-forward-to">THINGS TO LOOK FORWARD TO</h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-miles-jupp-s-on-i-bang-hazlitt-theatre-22-jan-2025"><a href="https://www.parkwoodtheatres.co.uk/hazlitt-theatre/whats-on/miles-jupp---on-i-bang" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Miles Jupp’s <em>On I Bang</em></a>, Hazlitt Theatre, 22 Jan 2025</h3>



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<p>Get ready for a rollercoaster of laughs and life lessons with Miles Jupp in his brand-new show, <em>On I Bang</em>! Since last gracing the stage at The London Palladium in 2017, Miles has been everywhere – from <em>The Full Monty</em> on Disney Plus to <em>The Durrells</em> and <em>Why Didn’t They Ask Evans?</em> on ITV, plus unforgettable appearances on <em>Frankie Boyle’s New World Order</em> and <em>Have I Got News For You</em>. But in the midst of this whirlwind career, Miles faced an unexpected plot twist: a brain seizure, a cherry-tomato-sized tumour, and some pretty dramatic neurosurgery. Now, with his trademark wit and charm, he’s turning that harrowing experience into comedy gold. Join him for a hilarious and heartfelt evening as he shares a tale of surprises, fear, luck, love, and the magic of modern medicine. Don’t miss your chance to see Miles at his most candid, clever, and absolutely unmissable!</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-suzi-ruffell-s-work-in-progress-the-alex-faversham-2-may-2025"><a href="https://thealex.org.uk/event/suzi-ruffell-work-in-progress/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Suzi Ruffell&#8217;s <em>Work in Progress</em></a>, The Alex, Faversham, 2 May 2025</h3>



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<p>Get ready for a night of laughter as Suzi Ruffell takes the stage in Faversham to kick off her highly anticipated UK tour! Known for her razor-sharp wit and unfiltered humour, Suzi is treating fans to an exclusive preview of her brand-new material. This is your chance to witness one of the UK’s comedy powerhouses as she fine-tunes the punchlines destined to leave audiences roaring nationwide. </p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-there-s-a-monster-in-your-show-em-forster-theatre-8-amp-9-march-2025"><em><a href="https://emftheatre.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/1173656434" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">There’s A Monster In Your Show</a></em>, EM Forster Theatre, 8 &amp; 9 March 2025</h3>



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<p>Tom Fletcher’s beloved <em>Who’s in Your Book?</em> series is jumping off the page and onto the stage in an all-new, magical musical adventure! Join the fun as a group of performers prepare for their show &#8211; only to find out they’re not alone. Little Monster has crashed the stage, and he’s brought some very special friends: Dragon, Alien, and Unicorn! Get ready for 50 minutes of laugh-out-loud chaos, toe-tapping original songs, and heaps of interactive fun. This lively show celebrates the joy of books, the power of imagination, and the magic of friendship, making it the perfect introduction to live theatre for your little ones. Packed with playful surprises, <em>There’s a Monster in Your Show</em> promises to delight young audiences and their families alike. </p>



<p><em>Words by Mollie Manning</em></p>


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