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More stories from Kent's past

Which pub is the oldest in Kent?
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Which pub is the oldest in Kent?

Debate has raged for centuries over which pub is the oldest in the county – here we look at those with the strongest claims...

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Kent's lost tourist attractions

Kent's lost tourist attractions

From a 'Dolphinarium' to Dickens World, we take a stroll down memory lane and reminisce about the county's best-loved former visitor attractions.

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Mystery of legendary pilot's tragic final flight

Mystery of legendary pilot's tragic final flight

The circumstances surrounding the death of a world-famous pilot off the Kent coast remain a mystery to this day.

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The 100-year story of Kent's coalfield

The 100-year story of Kent's coalfield

The county's rich supply of coal meant it was once a Mecca for miners. We look at the history of an industry that has left its mark on Kent.

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How to find graves of the famous

How to find graves of the famous

Here's how you can pay your respects to the great and the good whose final resting place is right here in the county.

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The stories behind Kent's huge chalk landmarks

The stories behind Kent's huge chalk landmarks

Looking out over the county, Kent's man-made chalk landmarks have caught the eye for generations, but not everyone knows the history behind them.

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Kent's most unique and unusual pub names

Kent's most unique and unusual pub names

The pub – a humble British establishment entrenched in our national psyche. Here we look at some of Kent's with the strangest and most unusual names.

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The tragic Kent 'glamour girl' and the playboy sultan who built her a house

The tragic Kent 'glamour girl' and the playboy sultan who built her a house

The extraordinary life of a woman engaged to one of the world's richest men was tragically cut short at the age of 27.

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When Florence Nightingale's battle to save the sick came to Kent

When Florence Nightingale's battle to save the sick came to Kent

Florence Nightingale played a crucial role in setting up health and training facilities - we take a closer took at her strong ties to Kent.

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