Wealden Times • 8th January 2024

Ignorance isn’t bliss – Encouraging men to be proactive about their health

In 2021, a study conducted by Bupa revealed some stark truths about men’s attitudes to health. A quarter said they put off having a health issue checked, and 58% admitted ignoring the issue in the hope that it would simply go away itself.

Aspect County • 1st January 2024

Joint pain in winter: the cold facts

It’s undeniable that the colder months of the year can bring numerous joys: crisp winter walks, cosy log fires and captivating frost-dusted landscapes. For our bodies, however, they also bring a few inevitabilities: slower starts on freezing mornings, less vitamin D from sunlight, and for many people that suffer with joint pain or stiffness, exacerbated symptoms.

Kent Life • 27th September 2023

Regain Body Confidence: Treating Varicose Veins

If you’ve spent this summer avoiding baring your legs due to unsightly varicose veins, take comfort in the fact that you’re not alone. This common condition affects around a third of the UK population, and the warmer months can bring a raft of problems for sufferers, not limited to the cosmetic aspect of having your legs ‘beach ready’.

Benenden Hospital • 29th August 2023

Male negative body image | Impacts and treatments

The power of mass media means men are constantly exposed to the ‘perfect’ male physique and bombarded with unachievable masculine images. This can give rise to body image issues, leading to lower self-esteem and quality of life, which, without the necessary support, can have a significant impact on both mental and physical health.

Benenden Hospital • 16th August 2023

Breast augmentation: examining the facts and dispelling the myths

Undergoing a breast augmentation procedure is a highly personal choice, and one that is often taken following a considerable amount of research. The amount of information on the topic that you’ll find on the web can often be bewildering, and it can be hard to separate facts from myths and opinion.

Aspect County • 1st August 2023

Boost Your Summer Self-Confidence – Health & Beauty

As we approach the heights of summer and thoughts turn to holidays and basking on the beach, many of us become more aware of our bodies and whether we are happy and confident in them. The warmer weather can often be the catalyst for us to kick-start lifestyle changes such as a change in diet or a new exercise régime in a bid to look ​‘summer ready’.

insideKENT • 25th May 2023

Benenden Hospital: Helping you to be sun safe

The balmy days of late spring and early summer have finally arrived, and with them comes our collective sigh of relief at the chance to spend more time outdoors, soaking up the sunshine and a dose of essential Vitamin D. Whilst basking in some much-needed rays, it’s important to practice sun safety.

Benenden Hospital • 24th May 2023

Benenden Hospital Welcomes Dr Hilary Jones

On 12 May 2023, Benenden Hospital welcomed TV presenter, medical broadcaster and GP Dr Hilary Jones MBE to celebrate both International Nurses Day and National Operating Department Practitioners’ (ODP) Day (14 May).

Kent Invicta Chamber of Commerce • 18th May 2023

Benenden Hospital Welcomes TV Personality Dr Hilary Jones MBE For International Nurses Day

He toured the facilities of the CQC-rated Outstanding private hospital, near Cranbrook, meeting staff across all areas, including the nursing, theatres, diagnostic imaging, pharmacy and catering teams, as well as chatting to patients.

Kent Invicta Chamber of Commerce • 2nd May 2023

Benenden Hospital Launches Awareness Campaign To Help Kent’s Workforce Make The Most Of Private Medical Insurance

The turbulent events of recent years, coupled with rising levels of uncertainty, have led to an increasing expectation among the UK workforce that employers are taking steps to support and protect employees’ health.

insideKENT • 12th April 2023

Benenden Hospital: Helping You to Check In With Your Wellbeing This National Stress Awareness Month

April is National Stress Awareness Month, held since 1992 to increase public understanding of stress

The Aspinall Foundation • 3rd October 2022

Port Lympne Awarded Prestigious VisitEngland Accreditation

Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve has been awarded a prestigious VisitEngland Quality Assured Visitor Attraction accreditation. The park received glowing praise following a visit from VisitEngland’s assessment team, achieving a fantastic overall score of 85% - an increase from the 80% the park achieved at its last assessment in 2019.

The Aspinall Foundation • 30th September 2022

Two Spectacular New Wedding Venues Announced for 2022

Two new wedding venues at Kent’s iconic Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve have opened to lavish praise from delighted brides. The two luxurious new spaces - a spectacular glass orangery and stunning pergola – opened in June. The Port Lympne team are offering private tours of the new venues for prospective brides and grooms and have received hundreds of enquiries, with couples looking to book as far in advance as summer 2026.

PA Life • 8th August 2022

Port Lympne Hotel and Reserve: Unique Events That Give Back

If you’re looking for a unique venue for a corporate event that truly makes a difference, Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve is the perfect destination. Set amidst 600 acres of beautiful Kentish parkland with a Grade II*-listed venue, distinctive accommodation, stunning glass Orangery and 900 animals, this world-class wildlife reserve provides an inspirational environment for conferences, product launches or group activities that are engaging, rewarding, strengthen team spirit and support conservation.

The Aspinall Foundation • 17th June 2022

The Aspinall Foundation - Charity Partner Application

Coach Tours UK Magazine • 17th June 2022

Experience an unforgettable adventure at Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve!

PA Life • 15th June 2022

Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve’s unique event spaces

From a stunning glass orangery to one of England’s finest country houses, Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve offers some unique event spaces.

The Aspinall Foundation - Blog • 7th June 2022

Critically Endangered Lemur Triplets Born at Port Lympne Reserve

Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve in Kent, is celebrating the arrival of three beautiful baby white-belted ruffed lemurs, one of the world’s most endangered primates.

The Aspinall Foundation • 7th June 2022

A year in South Africa

The Aspinall Foundation is involved in a multitude of projects in Southern Africa, where our diligent team divide their time between rewilding captive animals and emergency rescues and translocations, in close collaboration with partners. These projects support governments in securing important habitats and implementing specialist conservation strategies, as well as coordinating interventions to secure the lives of animals.....

The Aspinall Foundation • 5th January 2022

Happy New Tapir! : Port Lympne Reserve welcomes Mogli the tapir from Edinburgh Zoo

We welcomed a delightful new arrival just before Christmas: A Malayan tapir who was transferred from the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland's (RZSS) Edinburgh Zoo. 12-year-old Mogli was waved off by his dedicated keepers in Scotland before making the 470-mile journey by road to South East England, arriving at his new home in Kent on the 9th December. He joins our three other Malayan tapirs – one male and two f