Spring Celebrations

Join our team of friendly, experienced guides who will take you on a journey through the oldest vines in the country as you discover more about our family vineyard history and steps we take to maintain and nurture our estate here at Biddenden. You will also have behind-the-scenes access to our winery to see our new state of the art bottling line and apple press before your tour concludes with a tutored tasting, with sharing platters of local produce are also available to enjoy!

Book now via our website https://biddendenvineyards.com/visit-us/

What if play could teach children to understand themselves from the inside out? The Little Wild Spa Pamper Party Kit from Bodhi & Fae does exactly that. Designed for curious minds aged 5-12, this beautifully considered kit brings together eight real botanical ingredients - rose, lemon balm, calendula, chamomile, lavender, Epsom salts, oats, and kaolin clay - alongside a coconut shell mixing bowl, illustrated herb cards, a muslin bag, and a kraft paper crown to decorate. Children blend their own bath teas, face clays, and foot soaks, guided by nature and their own imagination. Pure, plant-based, and genuinely magical. Shop the kit at Bodhi & Fae

Raise a glass of 2022 Cuvée to new beginnings. Brabourne’s latest vintage is a bright, elegant sparkling wine made from Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, bottle-aged and full of finesse. Great with seasonal canapés or a garden gathering, it’s a refined pick for celebrations big and small.

Order online or book a tasting: brabournevineyard.co.uk

Looking for a unique spring day out in Canterbury? Discover our 5-star rated Brewery & Distillery Tours and Tastings at The Foundry Brew Pub. Step behind the scenes of our family-run brewery and distillery, where we brew craft beer and distil award-winning spirits all under one roof. Learn how we make everything on site, from grain to glass, before enjoying a guided tasting of our beers and spirits in our historic Victorian foundry setting. It’s the perfect spring experience for locals, visitors, couples or groups. Book a date or buy a gift voucher now at

https://canterburybrewers-distillers.co.uk/tours

Celebrate spring at The Foundry Brew Pub in Canterbury with our Kent Wines of the Month. This month we’re showcasing two brilliant local wines: Nine Oaks Bacchus from Hothfield, full of vibrant citrus, green apple and crisp acidity, and Woolton Rosé from Bekesbourne, a fresh and delicate rosé with soft red fruit and a smooth, creamy finish. It’s the perfect way to enjoy the season while supporting local producers. Join us in our unique brewery, distillery, bar and restaurant in the heart of Canterbury to discover your new spring favourite. Book your visit or find out more at

https://canterburybrewers-distillers.co.uk/

Longer days and lighter evenings often bring a renewed sense of energy, making it the perfect moment to reset your skincare routine. Fox & Bloom’s 3-Step Skincare Starter Kit makes it wonderfully simple. Handmade in Kent using natural ingredients, the set includes their signature cleansing balm, nourishing face serum and antioxidant-rich moisturiser. Used together, they create a beautifully balanced routine that cleanses, hydrates and protects your skin. It’s an easy way to introduce natural skincare into your day, or a thoughtful treat for anyone who appreciates calm, uncomplicated rituals.

Discover the range online: https://www.foxandbloom.co.uk/shop

Tucked in the North Downs AONB, The George Inn is a traditional country pub celebrating 24 years of warm service, award-winning food, and Kentish charm. Surrounded by farms, vineyards and artisan producers, we’re proud to serve the best seasonal ingredients – from fresh fish and local game to Kent cheeses, gins and wines. Our large pub garden is the perfect place to enjoy a leisurely lunch or a post-walk pint, with Kingswood, Canterbury and Faversham all nearby.

Plan your visit today: 👉 www.thegeorgeinnmolash.co.uk

Chewy, chocolatey, and a little bit crunchy. Goupie is a unique treat handmade to an old-school family recipe in the lush Kent countryside.

With classics like Cherry & Almond, Mint, and Hazelnut, and unusual flavours like Cardamom, Chilli, and Lemon Meringue, there are over 20 different Goupies to choose from.

They’re also all vegan, gluten-free, and sustainably packaged by the small team in Goudhurst.

This month a secret new limited edition flavour will be released, just in time for summer! Sign up to the Goupie newsletter to stay in the loop and get exclusive discounts.

Shop now! https://goupiechocolate.com/

Green Farm's Spa & Stay Escape is a 24-hour retreat designed to do exactly what it promises. Arrive at your private Orchard Cabin, settle in with a bottle of English sparkling wine, and let the next day unfold gently - spa treatments, wild swimming, yoga, a seasonal lunch, farm walks, and bicycles to borrow. Everything is taken care of, nothing needs planning. With summer availability filling fast, now is the time to claim a date and give yourself permission to properly stop.

Book your Spa & Stay Escape at greenfarmkent.co.uk

Groombridge Farm Shop has reason to celebrate this spring - a new flock of hens has just started laying their very first eggs. Happy hens, fresh eggs, and perfect timing. Meanwhile, the farm is greening up beautifully, with asparagus cut fresh every day and strawberries ripening nicely in the fields. If you're looking for a reason to visit, the "What's Growing" board in the shop keeps you up to date as the season builds. Spring doesn't get much better than this.

Visit groombridgefarmshop.co.uk

The Ide Hill Community Shop & Post Office with Cafe has just the thing for anyone with a soft spot for this corner of Kent. Their new tea towels, produced by the wonderfully named Debbie Draws Maps, feature a hand-drawn map of the village - charming, local, and genuinely lovely. Pick one up as a souvenir of a visit, a gift for a neighbour, or simply because you love where you live. Pop into the gift section while stocks last.

Visit idehillshop.com

Kent Crisps have done it again - this time teaming up with Shepherd Neame and The Historic Dockyard Chatham to create something seriously good. Their new Beef Brisket & Stout flavour brings together slow-cooked beef brisket and Iron Wharf Stout for a crisp that's rich, savoury, and deeply satisfying. Three iconic Kent names in one bag? We're here for it.

Shop at kentcrisps.com

At Little Big Flavour, we don’t chase heat for the sake of it. We care about balance — the sweetness of coconut, the warmth of roasted spices, the gentle tang of mustard seed or tamarind.

Every kit is blended so the flavours build slowly as you cook, just like they do in Sri Lankan home kitchens. It’s not about rushing to the finish line — it’s about enjoying what happens along the way, from the first sizzle in the pan to the last scoop of sauce.

Mr Ames Red Berry Tea is turning heads - even among those who think they don't like fruit teas. A vibrant blend of hibiscus, rosehip, apple, raspberry and citrus peel, it brews into something bright, aromatic and genuinely full of flavour. Naturally caffeine-free and free from added sugar, it works beautifully hot or cold - try it over ice as the warmer months arrive, with a little honey if you fancy it. Throughout May, enjoy 20% off all orders.

Shop at mramestea.com

As days grow longer, Raspberry Fizz takes centre stage. Made from surplus British raspberries grown in North Kent, this vibrant sparkling drink transforms excess fruit into something joyful. Sweet but balanced, bright but refreshing, it’s a natural addition to picnics, garden lunches and sunny afternoons. Like its Rhubarb sibling, it was born from a commitment to reducing food waste and celebrating British produce. Sustainability never tasted so good.

Discover Raspberry Fizz here: 👉 https://myattsfizz.com/collect...

May at the Farmers Market sees the start of the berry season with strawberries making their first appearance along with asparagus still being available. Here's the dates of the farmers markets for the rest of May and in to June. Although each of our farmers markets run once a month, they're held at different nearby locations on different weeks. This means our customers can shop with us at our farmers markets by visiting a different market each week.

May 2026 dates:
Sunday 10th - Lenham Country Market from 9am
Saturday 16th - Hall Place Bexley Saturday Farmers Market from 10am
Sunday 17th - Chislehurst Farmers Market from 10am
Sunday 24th - West Malling Farmers Market from 9.30

June 2026 date:
Sunday 7th - Hall Place Bexley Farmers Market from 10am

Find out more about each farmers market and its stallholders on our website www.myfarmersmarket.co.uk.

Nine Oaks’ sparkling wines are made for moments that call for something elevated but unfussy. Produced using traditional methods and matured patiently on their lees, these estate-grown wines from Kent offer finesse, texture and depth without losing their freshness. Expect notes of citrus zest, green apple and soft brioche, carried by a fine, elegant mousse. Crafted in small quantities and released only when ready, they’re a reminder that some of the best celebrations are marked quietly – with good wine and good company.

Find your next bottle at nineoaksvineyard.com

Right now, the team at Quex Farms in Birchington are getting their hands dirty in the best possible way. Onions, carrots, spinach, beetroot, kohl rabi, sweetheart cabbage and broad beans are all being sown and planted across the estate's fertile East Kent soils. Every crop is grown pesticide-free, with careful hands-on management from the very first seed. This is the beginning of something exciting, and it's all happening on your doorstep. Keep an eye on Quex Farms to follow the season as it unfolds.

Follow the growing season at: https://www.quexfarming.co.uk/

Think you know Kent? Quiz Trails will have you seeing familiar places through fresh eyes. The Herne Bay trail uncovers fascinating local history - from the secret Bouncing Bomb tests at Reculver Towers in 1943, to the statue of designer Barnes Wallis standing quietly along the seafront. Created by a mum and two daughters who genuinely love digging into Kent's past, each trail turns a day out into an adventure - clues, history, and a little mystery thrown in. Perfect for families, friends, or anyone who fancies being the champion clue-solver of their group.

Order your trail at QuizTrail.co.uk

With spring in full bloom, May presents the perfect opportunity to enjoy Canterbury’s green spaces. Join our guided walks and discover the stories behind these outdoor areas. We will reveal how local councillors, influential industrialists, and dedicated horticulturalists have shaped and coloured the city over the years. On your journey, your thirst for knowledge will be complemented by sampling some of our finest Kentish beers and ales.

To coincide with the “Canterbury Unlocked” event, we are offering our Canterbury Taster TrAle on Sunday 24^th May at a special discounted rate—enjoy 10% off when you book now.

Walking beer tour around Canterbury - TrAles of the Unexpected

Treat yourself to a Bank Holiday to remember, filled with history, culture, and excellent local brews.

Wooden Spoon's Wild Blueberries in Gin is the kind of thing that earns a permanent spot in your drinks cabinet. Handpicked wild blueberries, steeped slowly in quality gin, create a small-batch infusion that's rich, tangy, and full of botanical depth. Serve the gin over ice with tonic, use it as the base for something more considered, or let the berries themselves do the work as a garnish or dessert addition. Presented in a charming jar, it's as good to give as it is to keep.

Try the Wild Blueberry & Gin Fool recipe at thewoodenspoon.co.uk