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Sissinghurst Castle by the village of Sissinghurst is famous for the loveliness of its classic English garden. Although it's beautiful between spring and autumn, the scent and colour are most spectacular in June and July, when thousands of roses bloom.
13 Mar - 31 Oct 2010; not Wed or Thu (annual) - Sissinghurst Castle, Cranbrook
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Britain's most important naval base for over 400 years, the now-restored Historic Dockyard Chatham is a key heritage site. Kent's largest museum, it includes Royal Navy's last operational Second World War destroyer, HMS Cavalier, and the Chatham-built submarine, Ocelot.
13 Feb - 1 Nov 2010 (various dates) - The Historic Dockyard Chatham, Chatham
Listed in the Domesday Book, Leeds Castle in Kent has been a Norman stronghold, a royal residence to six of England's medieval queens, and one of Henry VIII's palaces. Lord Conway described it as "the loveliest castle in the world".
Daily - Leeds Castle, Maidstone
For three days over the May bank holiday weekend, the Kent County Show makes the Hop Farm buzz with activities, entertainment and stalls. Featuring regional produce and country pursuits, enjoy the good life at this family friendly festival.
1 - 3 May 2010 (annual) - The Hop Farm, Paddock Wood
The final race of the 2007-2008 A1GP season takes place at Brands Hatch. Switzerland are in pole position before this final round, but other countries also have a chance of taking the overall title, guaranteeing some thrilling racing.
May 2010 (annual) - Brands Hatch Circuit, Longfield
Oxford and Cambridge are not the only universities to compete in a boat race. Each May, three universities - Kent, Canterbury Christ Church and Greenwich - compete in the Medway Universities Boat Race along the River Medway in Rochester.
15 May 2010 (annual) - Medway Towns Rowing Club, Rochester
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