Sam Honey

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Multimedia Reporter at Kent Live

Multimedia Reporter at Surrey Live

Reporter for @kentlivenews and Multimedia Journalist graduate from CCCU

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The underrated Kent riverside village you may have never heard of that's surrounded by nature reserves

2 weeks ago | kentlive.news | Sam Honey

Striking scenery and Kent go hand-in-hand; it’s why you’re never short for a good spring walk when exploring the Garden of England. Many of these routes can be found in our county’s best-known destinations, but our unsung villages often hold trails that are just as good, if not better, than their famous neighbours. Take Temple Ewell for example - there’s a good chance you may never have heard of this village, and that’s largely down to it being overshadowed by nearby Dover.
The beautiful Kent walk that is one of the county’s best and ends at a pub

2 weeks ago | kentlive.news | Sam Honey

Easter is now behind us, so it’s time to start burning off those chocolate eggs and hot cross buns. Thankfully we’re slowly but surely seeing the sunshine return to Kent, so it’s a great time to plan a spring walk to get out of the house and back into nature. Of course, a beautiful trail can be improved with one simple feature - a pub.
M25 diversion details as stretch of Kent motorway to see three weekend closures

3 weeks ago | kentlive.news | Sam Honey

A busy stretch of the M25 in Kent is set to shut overnight on three weekends, impacting journeys near Dartford. National Highways has confirmed “essential resurfacing“ works will soon start on the M25 anti-clockwise at Junction 2 for the Darenth Interchange, requiring three separate closures. The first of these will take place this weekend from 10pm on Saturday (April 26) until 7am on Sunday (April 27).
No Southeastern trains to run between two key Kent stations this weekend

3 weeks ago | kentlive.news | Sam Honey

With a weekend of warm weather fast approaching, anyone with plans that involve travel around Kent via train will need to make note of some key changes to Southeastern services. On Saturday (April 26) and Sunday (April 27) works are due to take place between Paddock Wood and Strood, closing all lines between the stations.
UK beach loved by celebrities and hailed as 'better than Miami'

3 weeks ago | mirror.co.uk | Hedi Mehrez |Isobel Pankhurst |Sam Honey

UK beach loved by celebrities and hailed as 'better than Miami'Whitstable Beach in Kent has been a magnet for visitors and A-listers alike, with its charming town, beachfront pubs, and stunning shingle shoreline, it's easy to see whyKent's coast is dotted with dazzling destinations, from the golden sands of Broadstairs to Deal's charming pebble-strewn shores. But Whitstable has captured the hearts of locals and Londoners alike—not to mention a sprinkling of stars.
Pretty UK seaside town loved by celebs has brilliant beachside pub

3 weeks ago | express.co.uk | Sam Honey |Hedi Mehrez |Isobel Pankhurst

Pretty UK seaside town loved by celebs (Image: Lee Thompson via Getty Images)Kent's coastline is a treasure trove of scenic spots, from the golden sands of Broadstairs to Deal's charming pebble beaches. Whitstable, nestled snugly between Herne Bay and Seasalter, has become a beacon for beachgoers. This quaint town, just five miles north of Canterbury, is brimming with attractions that lure visitors in droves.
Exact date you can see Red Arrows fly over Kent this year

3 weeks ago | kentlive.news | Sam Honey

It is an exciting time to be a fan of the Red Arrows as the awe-inspiring RAF team will be making a return to Kent this year. At the start of April, the Red Arrows confirmed their full display schedule for 2025, which includes an appearance at the popular Headcorn Battle of Britain Airshow. Taking place across two dates, Saturday, June 28 and Sunday, June 29, this will mark the 10th time the popular event has been held.
New location for Pride Canterbury announced as city park shut for major revamp

3 weeks ago | kentlive.news | Sam Honey

Pride Canterbury will be making a return this June but will see some major changes due to the closure of its usual location. Arguably the biggest LGBTQ+ event in the Kent calendar, the annual festival attracts thousands of visitors to the city centre for a celebration of all things love and identity. However, a spanner was thrown into this year’s planning due to the ongoing closure of the majority of the Dane John Gardens, where the main festivities are typically held.
Month-long closure of coastal Kent play park for £120k upgrade

3 weeks ago | kentlive.news | Sam Honey

A seaside play park in Herne Bay has been shut as an extensive upgrade project gets underway. Canterbury City Council (CCC) is injecting £123,000 into the Hampton play area with works having begun on Tuesday, April 22. Estimated to be completed across four weeks, the park will remain shut throughout the upgrades which will see a range of new equipment installed. Plans for the site reveal an expansion of the sea-themed play area, complete with new climbing apparatus, seesaws and balance beams.
Operation Brock removed from Kent M20 as update given on possibility of summer return

3 weeks ago | kentlive.news | Sam Honey

Operation Brock has now been removed from the M20 following the end of the Easter half term. On Thursday, April 3 the divisive contraflow system was reintroduced on the motorway between Maidstone and Ashford in anticipation of higher volumes of traffic heading to Europe through Kent. The Kent and Medway Resilience Forum (KMRF) said the decision was “not taken lightly” and was made to help reduce delays at the Port of Dover and in the surrounding areas during the busy period.