We all know someone who is terribly hard to buy for when it comes to Christmas. Perhaps it is time to forget the socks and smellies and gift your loved one some wonderful memories with an experience that they can truly enjoy. Below we have an array of suggestions for experiences that are perfect for gift giving, with varying price points and for a range of interests.


Leeds Castle

Christmas Tree at Leeds CastleGift a Leeds Castle Admission Ticket this Christmas and give your loved one unlimited entry to ‘the loveliest castle in the world’ for a year. With seasonal activities and beautiful gardens to explore, this is the perfect gift for someone who enjoys history and the great outdoors. Alternatively, you can purchase gift vouchers which they can redeem on accommodation stays, golf lessons, dining at their restaurants or even experience flying falcons and owls.

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Maidstone Distillery

Experiences at Maidstone DistilleryCalling all spirit and cocktail lovers, Maidstone Distillery have a variety of award-winning experiences at a variety of prices. Treat someone to a Distillery Tour & Tasting and they can enjoy a double gin and tonic on arrival before setting off on a 90-minute tour exploring the history of distilling in Kent and the processes used to create their hand-crafted spirits. You could also gift a Cocktail Masterclass & Canapes so they can enjoy a fun-filled evening with friends. Or for an extra special present, you can book them a Guided Gin Making Experience where they can create and go home with their very own bottle of fine spirit.

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Kent Life Membership

Hops N Harvest FestivalGrab a gift voucher from Kent Life for someone special to use on a Kent Life Membership which allows them free entry for 12 months. Perfect for families, those who love animals or someone who is a regular attendee at Kent Life’s events. On top of free entry for a year, they can get free entry to almost all of their events and discounts on events not included, with free entry included for their popular Hops ‘n’ Harvest Beer Festival. Memberships are also accompanied by various discounts on shops and food within the premises.

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UK Electric Bike Tours

UK Electric Bikes Self-Guided ToursPerfect for active individuals who love the great outdoors, gift vouchers from UK Electric Bike Centre allow you to gift an electric bike tour experience for the receiver to redeem at a time that suits them. They offer an Electric Bike Hire & Vineyard Experience where you can whizz around and explore the Kentish countryside and reward yourself with a tour and drink at the award-winning Balfour Winery. Alternatively, for beer lovers, the Electric Bike Hire & Brewery Experience includes bike hire and a pint and pie in the tap room of the Old Dairy Brewery.

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Tickets to Rock the Mote 2023

Crowds at Rock the MoteTickets for Rock the Mote 2023 are now out at extremely affordable rates making this the perfect present for rock music fans. You can purchase a weekend or single day ticket for the popular event held at Mote Park, featuring some of the UK’s best tribute performances. With the addition of a beer, cider and ale village, fairground rides and cocktail vendors, you really can’t go wrong with this gift to those who love a bit of rock and roll.

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A Hazlitt Theatre Show

Friends outside the Hazlitt TheatreThe Hazlitt Theatre always have a jam-packed schedule full of great entertainment for an array of audiences. From comedy and drama to dance and music productions, take a look at their schedule and see if you can discover a show that you know someone would love. Upcoming shows in 2023 include Frankly Sinatra, An Evening of Burlesque, The Country Superstars Experience, and various shows by well-known comedians. You can also purchase gift vouchers for the recipient to choose themselves if you’re unsure on what they would enjoy.

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Go Ape Leeds Castle

A Go Ape gift voucher would be the ideal gift for thrill-seekers, teens and those who love a challenge. With zip wires and highFriends at Go Ape ropes 12 metres above the forest floor and 250 metres in length, gift someone an adventure that will never be forgotten. You can either purchase a gift voucher so they can choose which course they would like to do or simply book one of the Treetop Experiences for them to redeem within the year.

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Adopt a Goat at Buttercups Sanctuary for Goats

Buttercups Sanctuary for GoatsGift something a bit different this year to an animal lover with a Goat adoption from Buttercups Sanctuary for Goats. For only £20 a year you can sponsor a goat of choice, and to make this even better, your recipient can visit them on an open day throughout the year. You can gift them their adoption package and plan to take a lovely trip out to visit their fuzzy friend, as well as providing money to contribute towards their costs and care. At Buttercups Sanctuary for Goats, they also offer experiences such as the Walking with Goats Experience and the Goat Keeper for the Morning Experience.

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Odeon Cinema Membership or Gift Voucher

Family outside Odeon CinemaKnow someone who loves movies? Gifting an Odeon membership or gift voucher is a wonderful gift idea to keep someone entertained all year round. To make this even better, Odeon Maidstone is situated in the Lockmeadow Entertainment Complex which contains Love Food @ Lockmeadow, meaning they can grab some delicious street food of choice whilst they’re there. This is the perfect gift for a partner as it can be used for regular date nights and with repeating visits, why not see if you can try something from each vendor and trial all the different cuisines?

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Balfour Winery Experiences

Couple enjoying wine on balcony at Balfour WineryNow for the wine enthusiasts, Balfour Winery has various luxury experiences to get tastebuds tingling. The Winter Wine Experience includes a tour, a short film presenting their history and winemaking processes and a tutored tasting of six Balfour wines. Alternatively, you can purchase a Wine Tasting Masterclass and try six Balfour wines and learn the technique of wine tasting. If you would like to gift something even more grand this festive season you could treat someone truly special to the luxury Wine and Dine Experience, which is an all-day experience with private transfers, a tour and a seasonal three course meal with paired wines.

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Can you think of any more experiences that are perfect for gift giving this Christmas? Let us know in the comments. Don’t forget to share this with friends if you see a useful gift idea for them and their loved ones this Christmas!

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Leeds Castle
Unique Venues
Dinner set up in the Fairfax Hall

The perfect venue for mixing business with pleasure. Set on an island surrounded by a moat in the heart of Kent, the Castle provides peace, privacy and security for residential and day conferences, meetings, corporate hospitality and banqueting. Whilst every part of the estate offers Leeds Castle quality, a variety of options are available. The Maiden’s Tower offers a discreet location away from visitors, which is ideal for smaller low-key day meetings at affordable rates. To complement your event, Leeds Castle offers a prestigious portfolio of activities to suit a wide range of interests. Flexibility is the key to what we offer.

Balfour Winery
Vineyard
Friends on Balfour Winery Balcony

Balfour Winery has been producing England's most iconic and exclusive pink fizz, Balfour Brut Rosé, since its award winning 2004 vintage.

Buttercups Sanctuary for Goats
Animal Collection
Couple sitting on a bench with the goats making a fuss of them

Buttercups is a Kent-based sanctuary for goats, caring for between 130 and 150 goats resident in the sanctuary at any one time and with a similar number of goats fostered out to approved carers.

The Maidstone Distillery
Distillery
The Stills, the history and the tasting room at Maidstone Distillery

Maidstone Distillery is now fully open with tours, tastings, and workshops.

Odeon Cinema
Cinema
Odeon Luxe Cinema Maidstone

This Odeon Lux Cinema offers some superb seating and is situated in Maidstone town centre at the Lockmeadow Entertainment complex – this multi-screen cinema is the ideal place to see all the latest hits. And with bars, restaurants, bowling, trampolining, mini golf and a gym all under the same roof, you'll be able to make a real night out of it!

Go Ape - Leeds Castle
Adventure Park / Playground
Woman enjoying Go Ape in harness

We’ll brief you for safety before you fly down our zip-wires, leap off our Tarzan Swing and tackle our crossings whilst enjoying some of Britain’s most breath taking scenery up in the trees.

Hazlitt Theatre
Theatre
Hazlitt Theatre from the Gallery

The Hazlitt Theatre in Maidstone provides a great variety of entertainment events from comedy and drama to dance and music productions. The theatre has seating for around 350 people and a licensed bar offering refreshments.

Rock the Mote
Festival
Rock the Mote

Rock the Mote will return in 2024 for a 5th birthday spectacular show. Bigger stages, more bands and a free funfair. A great weekend for the whole family.

Electric Bike Hire & Tours
Cycling
Discover villages on the electric bikes

UK Electric bike tours are able to offer a choice of tours, taking in vineyards, castles, the Kent countryside and great food destinations or alternatively you can hire a bike and make your own tour.

Kent Life - Heritage Farm Park
Museum
Child with a goat at Kent Life Heritage Farm Park

Kent Life is a vibrant and fun destination with whole host of family friendly attractions across its 28 acre site, offering a great day out for everyone. Whether you want to learn about Kent history, get up close with farm animals, or simply burn off some steam, this is a great place to be. Each season brings something new and exciting things to the farm, so whatever time of year you chose to visit, there is always something different to discover.  Kent Life features the only working coal-fired Oast House which is fired up in the autumn for drying hops and the traditional process of beer making begins. There are also lots of family friendly farm animals, play and picnic areas, a wonderful vintage tea room and historic houses and buildings

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