What's On and Things To Do Around Kent

Join the storytime fun in Knole’s bookshop where your little ones can enjoy short stories and nursery rhymes. This is a free event suitable for children under 5, running every Monday during the school term. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Booking Not Needed. Aimed at children under 5.

Marti Pellow. Artists performing: Marti Pellow.: Tickets avaiable.

Obtain a timed ticket on arrival or pre-book the 12:00 or 14.30 time slot (14:30 slot not available on Bank Holidays). Please book at least 24 hours in advance and arrive at least 30 mins early to exchange your e-ticket for a house ticket.

This summer, as part of the Applause Outdoors Season 2018 six professional, exciting and unique performances have been developed specially for outdoor events, fetes and festivals. All the performances are interactive, family-friendly and suitable for all ages, and great fun.

From 2.30pm-4pm, the Care UK team at Weald Heights, on Bourchier Close, will open the doors to the care home for a fun-filled afternoon of celebrations. Visitors to Weald Heights will be treated to songs performed by pupils from St Thomas’ Catholic Primary School.

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Join us on an all day birdwatching trip, hoping to see kittiwakes nesting on minute chalk ledges, skylarks, meadow pipits, whitethroats and linnets. Bring appropriate clothing for the weather, stout shoes, binoculars and a packed lunch. You don’t need to be a member: beginners and experts welcome!

½ acre garden hidden behind mature yew and beech hedges. Features incl a box knot garden & topiary, wisteria clad ragstone pergola under planted with hostas & ferns. A variety of trees & shrubs, lawned areas, central gravel path edged with lavenders & pleached limes.

10 acres of English country garden surrounding C16 house - a garden of many parts; colourful profusion, interesting planting arrangements, immaculate lawns, mature woodland, water and a terrace on which to appreciate the view, and tea!

Traditional circus with a French flavour. The 2018 all-human production includes top international artistes from Mongolia, Hungary, Portugal, Switzerland, and of course Britain and France.

5 acre hillside garden, with the highest tree top in Kent, noted for its fine collection of rare trees and flowering shrubs. The garden is particularly fine in spring, while a rose garden, rock garden and extensive planting of acers for autumn colour extend the interest throughout the season.

10 acre garden, landscaped with wide views; trees and cloud clipped yew hedges; woodland garden with azaleas and rhododendrons; Edwardian rock garden recently renovated (not wheelchair accessible); formal garden with mixed borders. New gothic folly.

New exhibitions, Edy Craig: Women, Suffrage and the Theatre and The Shakespearean Lectures of Ellen Terry will be on display at Smallhythe Place celebrating the women of Smallhythe in the Suffrage movement. In 2018 we are exploring women’s history and suffrage through the anniversary of women gaining the vote.

Discover the stories behind Quebec House and its famous occupant. Delve into the history of General James Wolfe and life in Georgian times on a half hour tour of Quebec House. Tickets are available from 11am from the Coach House. Please note tickets can’t be booked in advance.

Experience a wild night out with a difference when you book a Dusk Safari this year! Journey to Kent’s authentic savannahs - alive with South American, Asian and African animals, whilst taking in the stunning sunset views, before enjoying a three-course meal at the Port Lympne Hotel.

A guided walk around Old Hythe, taking in the Town Hall, historic High Street, the Royal Military Canal, St Leonard’s Church, Ossuary and lots more….

Venue - Godinton House, Ashford Date - THURSDAY 21ST JUNE Time -10:00 - 13:00 A FUN MORNING, MEET OTHER ORCHID LOVERS, ENJOY HOMEMADE CAKES If you love orchids but don’t know how to look after them, then this Workshop will be perfect for you.

See Holmes and Watson as never before, as Arthur Conan Doyle’s adventures are turned into clever verse and lively lyrics by accomplished spoken word performer, Dr Sam Illingworth and writer Mr Dan Simpson.

An evening talk by Professor Dave Goulson, founder of the Bumblebee Conservation Trust and bestselling author

12 acres complement the magnificent Jacobean house. Terraced lawns lead through herbaceous borders, rose garden and formal lily pond to intimate Italian garden and large walled garden with delphiniums, potager, cut flowers and iris border.

Hotel du Vin and The Rare Skills Gallery present the first in our series of ‘Dine with the artist’. Andrew Redden started painting fifteen years ago and his work can now be found in collections throughout the world. Tonight, Andrew provides an insight into selected works from his ‘100 years of the RAF’ collection.

Join us on a journey into the world of Americana & Country. Immerse yourselves in the community, music, food and storytelling of a culture like no other. Legendary artists, authentic food, smokey whiskeys, custom bikes and so much more!

Swanley & North Downs Lions are holding their annual Charity Golf Day, the proceeds from which will be donated to the Ellenor team who care for both for adults & children who have a life limiting or life threatening condition, and their families.

Snow Grey leads you away from the fairy story you know of Snow White, and leads deeper into your imagination. With a clueless huntsman, an astonishing mirror and the heroine too cute to kill, the wicked Queen isn’t winning. Heigh Ho. Children are invited to play parts in the show alongside the puppets.

We are so excited to have another great Mum2mum Nearly New Market in Sidcup, BEXLEY this June! BUY top quality second hand baby and children’s clothes, toys, books and equipment at our award winning pop up market. WHEN? Saturday 23rd June, 2 - 4pm WHERE?

Come and join us for our Summer concert of music where we are joined by Flautist Fiona Kelly to play the Reinecke “Flute Concerto”. Fiona will be a soloist in the “Brandenburg Project" at the Proms this year in addition to playing with the Swedish Chamber Orchestra.

FUN DOG SHOW - Saturday 23rd June 2018, Being held as part of this year "Picnic In The Park" Event - Picnic in the Park, Playing Fields, New Road, East Malling, Kent ME19 6DD 16 "Fun" classes - ALL dogs welcome. Rosettes from 1st-6th place.

Martello Tower No. 24 in Dymchurch High Street is open to the public 2pm to 4pm every Saturday, Sunday & BH from 30 March 2018 (Easter) until 28 October 2018.

Eleven gardens around the lovely village of Smarden, ranging from large and spectacular to small cottage gardens, a Classic Car display (weather allowing), Homemade Teas, Plant stall and guided history tour of the village The Art Gallery, Vintage shop, a picture framing studio and the village’s three pubs will be

A walking trail round some of Westerham’s hidden garden gems, in aid of Hospice in the Weald. The route covers much of the town, so you will enjoy an extended afternoon’s stroll round some of Westerham’s quirky and interesting gardens: For visitors arriving by car, we recommend parking at the Darent Carpark...

Artist Open Studios: Come & meet four artists and see print, photography, painting, drawing, glass art & jewellery

Saturday 23 June at 10 - 2pm St Botolph’s Church will be having their Summer Fair at The Hill, Northfleet. All welcome, free entry, plenty of stalls, kids games, face painting, cakes, gifts, raffles, tombola and refreshments. Please come along and support your local church. Thanks

Whispering Smith, a very shy creature, gets stuck up a tree and has to find his voice so he can get help. Hand, rod and shadow puppetry, storytelling and a bit of magic make this a very special show for children aged 2-7.

summer soltice party - The licks

Due to popular demand, we’re pleased to announce this second date for our Introduction to Beekeeping course!

Come and meet Paddington at intervals on each day. Pre-booking train tickets is essential for our VIP departures

Market Square Group is very excited to be hosting the inaugural Paddock Wood Food and Drink Festival. Located in Memorial Park. Just a 15 minute walk from the train station, the Paddock Wood Food and Drink Festival will celebrate the best of local, regional, national and international products.

Local theatre company Operama brings you an evening of music from some of your favourite West End and Broadway musicals new and old.

’Pretty much perfect feat of mimicry’ The Times. Based on the classic BBC sitcom by Jimmy Perry and David Croft. Performed by David Benson and Jack Lane. ’Benson and Lane carry it all off beautifully’ **** Daily Telegraph.

Delve into the store for a peek of the delicate and lavish costumes once worn by Ellen Terry and her actor friends. With fascinating stories attached to each garment, costume tours are an opportunity to discover a rich theatrical history. Costume tours take place on Saturday afternoons at 1.15pm.

Join our park walk team on this short walk to look out for ’new additions’ to the landscape and deer herd. The fawns will have been born from mid-June onwards, and we’ll take you to the places you are most likely to catch a glimpse.

Discover the history of electronic sound and music production. We will have keyboards and synthesizers and more to help you make your own beautiful noise.

An All-Day Fair throughout the Centre of Sevenoaks Town to announce the start of the 2-week Sevenoaks Summer Festival. Live music stages, Punch & Judy, Stilt Walkers, Jugglers, Puppet Shows, Close-Up Magic, Face Painting, COLOURSCAPE, Kent Youth Jazz Orchestra, and much more for the whole family.

A diverse variety of cottage gardens in an idylic situation in an unspoilt hamlet, mostly surrounding C13 Church.

A Community Festival featuring special appearances of Lesley Garrett & Emma Johnson, The Big Chris Barber Band, Cara Dillon, Henry Blofeld, Julian Marc Stringle , Open-Air Shakespeare, close-up Magic, Punch&Judy and Puppet Shows for children.

Our story-teller is interrupted by Goldifox, a naughty puppet, who wants to be part of the show, and he’s not sure he likes porridge. What will the bears say? Mayhem and hilarity ensue and the audience are invited to audition, dress up and join in.

2018 Calendar: 23 June & 28 July 2018

Our headliner for this Bexleyheath Comedy Show is Comedian, Broadcaster and Quizzer, Paul Sinha, aka The Sinnerman of ITV’s The Chase! As always there’s a great supporting lineup direct from the London Comedy Circuit! Limited Ticket Availability!

Join us as we recreate some of Mrs Wolfe’s eighteenth century recipes such as lemon drops, King or Queen cakes or macaroons. Tastings available. Mrs Wolfe kept plenty of recipes from cakes and bakes to even medicinal drinks and ointments.

Join us for our annual Purple Walk starting at picturesque Chiddingstone Castle in Kent. Walking toward a world which enables young people with epilepsy to thrive and achieve their ambitions.

A small modern garden redesigned by the current owner in 2014 after trying to grow a peony on a N facing wall! Split into sections which mirror the house, the borders (separated by a slate path) feature roses, cornus, birches, salvia, perennials and grasses plus a small area of planting from a Chelsea Show Garden.

A fun-filled fayre for all the family. Be entertained by the Vander Super Heroes on their Wheel of Death; join in the fun provided by Mr Alexander’s Travelling Show, an energetic blend of magic, juggling, uni-cycling, acroblance and illusion.

10k is a great step up from our 5k events. Up the challenge and take part in the Race for Life 10k. Walk, jog or run. Raise valuable funds for research. THIS IS BEATING CANCER. 10k (or just over 6 miles) may sound a little daunting but it is an achievable challenge for anyone with a bit of training.

5 interlinked gardens all designed and created from scratch by the garden owner on 3 acres of rough grassland between 2003 and 2011.

Enjoy the picturesque Kent countryside, great fun and a supportive atmosphere. Be part of this ladies bike ride and help us be there for the next family who needs us.

Dip a net into one of the many ponds at Bore Place to learn about the different groups of invertebrates that make these incredibly important habitats their home, and find out how they can also be indicators of water quality.

Head to the Kent & East Sussex Railway on Sunday 24th June for a Bus Rally at Tenterden Station. During the bus rally there will be free bus trips throughout the day to Headcorn, Woodchurch, Cranbrook, Wittersham, Sandhurst, Rolvenden Layne and Shrubcote.

One tree field, large site, easy access , sits alongside Main A2 London / Kent. Very busy sale, unlimited space and car parking. Sell old or new, no booking required.

Join us to walk, jog and dance 5km around Danson Park while getting covered in colour! Returning for the fourth year, the Hospice Colour Run promises to be your most fun 5km! We can’t wait to see you in spotless white at the start line before you get doused in colourful powder paint along the route. Don’t panic!

Join us for a Sunset Cruise in aid of the Kent MS Therapy Centre, onboard the Kentish Lady in Maidstone, on Sunday 24th June 2018 from 5.30pm to 8.30pm. The cruise will feature a 6 mile round journey on the River Medway, a Finger Buffet, and Charity Raffle. Tickets are £25.

Come and join us for a great evening of music at the Summer concert of Walton’s Belshazzar’s Feast and Parry’s Blest Pair of Sirens Performed by The Sevenoaks Philharmonic Society Choir, The Bromley Philharmonic Choir and Sevenoaks Symphony Orchestra.

Chris Barber OBE (87) is one of the last British Jazz legends around and an icon of traditional jazz in the United Kingdom. For nearly 70 years he has been active in the music scene: promoting, recording and releasing music and touring with his band. The BIG Chris Barber Band (10-piece!

30+ public and private gardens open throughout the historic market town of Faversham along with a specialist garden market in the Market Place

Malcolm doesn’t like animals, which is a problem because his family love them. Their house is full of pets. After a bizarre school trip unlike any other, Malcolm begins to understand animals more deeply than anyone. But will he end up the same as before? Because sometimes the hardest thing to be is…you.

The farmers market in West Malling is held on the 4th Sunday of the month. The farmers market is open between 9.30 and 1.30 and a wide variety of local produce from the area is available including fish, cakes, pies, bread, wines, fruit juice and much more.

Bring along man’s best friend to take part in our Family Fun Dog show. Enter the classes for £1 and win a rosette for your canine friend. Why not have a go on our agility course and peruse the doggy related stalls.

This is a 5k suitable for all abilities. This is women, young women & children uniting with one purpose, to raise valuable funds for Cancer Research. THIS IS BEATING CANCER. 5k (or just over 3 miles) is an achievable distance for all ages and abilities.

A wonderful chance to track down specialist varieties and something different for your garden this year from a collection of specialist nurseries. Plus the ‘Plant Doctor’ will be on hand to answer all your gardening questions.

A range of Specialist Nurseries offering Alpines, Climbers, Bulbs, Succulents, Herbs, Unusual Perennials, Trees and Shrubs. Free gardening advice from our Plant Doctor on all your questions about your garden and plants.

The Friends` Musick chamber choir team up with the Mock Tudor Band in period costume, with a lively presentation of mainly 16th century music and songs that recall the sounds of the hustle & bustle of busy street markets, country pursuits, the cacophony of the battlefield (beating drums, thunder of cannons, clanking

Join a tiny snail on her trip round the world in Tall Stories’ magical, musical production inspired by the fantastic bestselling picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. Longing to see the world, a tiny snail hitches a lift on the tail of a humpback whale.

Dementia specialist, Dr Nori Graham, will be presenting a talk on what dementia is and how memories are lost, as well as useful tips on how to overcome communication barriers. The aim is to help people discover positive approaches to caring for a loved one living with dementia.

Bach to Baby is the critically acclaimed classical concert series for babies, toddlers and their carers. Tots dance, roam about and revel in the wonder of live music, while you take a moment out of your busy day to hear top notch performances by outstanding musicians, with your young babes in tow.

Tasmin Little is one of the world’s leading concert violinists and she has performed on every continent in some of the world’s most prestigious venues including Carnegie Hall, Berlin Symphonie and the Lincoln Centre New York.

Lutyens designed gardens famous for having inspired Frances Hodgson Burnett to write The Secret Garden (pre Lutyens). Parkland, woodland with bluebells. Walled garden with herbaceous beds and rose pergola. Pond garden with mixed shrubbery and herbaceous borders. Interesting specimen trees.

Join Local Studies Librarian, Will Cooban, for a fascinating talk on the history of some of Bexley Village’s oldest buildings, and the little known history of brick making! Advance booking required

The purpose and methods of training young fruit trees against a wall as an espalier or a fan shape will be discussed, and which roses suit wall-training best. Join our gardeners to hear what we do at Scotney and why. Booking Not Needed. Assistance Dogs only are welcome.

India : The British Contribution to its History, Archaeology, Architecture and Languages. Britain’s historical involvement with India is sometimes criticised - and there were undeniably dark and culpable episodes.

4 acre garden with fabulous views devised and cared for by the same family for 160yrs. Deep mixed borders with old roses, peonies, shrubs and a wide variety of herbaceous and annual plants; ruin garden; walled garden; interesting mature trees and shrubs; kitchen garden; wildflower meadows with woodland and pond walks.

Stephen Kovacevich is one of the most revered musicians of his generation, winning unsurpassed admiration for his interpretation of Beethoven, Brahms, Mozart and Schubert.

Artisan Crafts Vintage & Gift Fair

The Battle of Britain Air Show has attractions for all the family. These include flight experiences, a funfair and stalls. Enjoy our Battle of Britain display featuring representative aircraft from the Battle of Britain era at 11am and 3.30pm.

Martin Scorsese directs this award-winning account of 1980s New York stockbroker Jordan Belfort’s pursuit of wealth. Leonardo DiCaprio stars as Belfort, who brags about earning just shy of one million dollars a week in one year and has long been involved in manipulating stock prices for his own financial gain.

Cheeki Monkeys BIG Baby & Children’s Market is coming to a venue near you! Mums & Dads - do you need to declutter or are you looking for gently used baby & childrens items, clothing and more? STALL HOLDERS.....

Held at Eridge station come and see a gathering of historic traction engines steam roller vintage vehicles

Heartfulness is a simple and easy to learn meditation practice. All are welcome.

The festival will be held on the last weekend June/ first weekend in July 2018 and we are hosting a great weekend for chilli enthusiasts, food lovers and families.

MURDER IS EASYISH On June 1st 1939, a chance encounter on a train leads to an investigation that will have deadly consequences for the sleepy little Cornish village of Morlington Hill… Join 368 Theatre Company and help them solve the latest Morlington Mystery… and maybe win your table a bottle of bubbly into the

An exciting addition to the ever-growing music scene on the Isle of Thanet. Jazz Vocalist Sabina Desir and Hooch Events bring you international Jazz musicians, three separate events, three very different styles within the diverse genre of Jazz.

Join Winston and Clementine on a tour of the world in this family fun trail at Chartwell. Booking Not Needed. Children are welcome. Dogs on leads welcome.

Meet Amet the ant’s family of friendly ants and discover their favorite trees on this self-led family trail, around the gardens at Emmetts. Booking Not Needed. Children are welcome. Dogs on leads welcome.

Battle of Britain Air Show: Tickets avaiable.

Themed Games Event 2 weekends of "horrible" but family friendly games. Because nightmares don’t wait until Halloween.

Pre booking essential

The Olivier Award winning version of Puccini’s much-loved opera comes to Deal. One of the most accessible and moving operas, La Bohème charts the ups and downs of a group of idealistic graduates as they bicker, party, try to make ends meet and follow their dreams.

‘Wanderer’ Album Tour Nominated for ‘Folk Singer of the Year’ at the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards 2018, Cara Dillon, an extraordinary Irish singer, has been captivating audiences and achieving exceptional acclaim for over 20 years.

Belmont House is surrounded by large formal lawns that are landscaped with fine specimen trees, a pinetum and a walled garden containing long borders, wisteria and large rose border.

One day music event with entertainment for children too, raising money for Martha Trust, a local charity who support people with profound disabilities. Join us for our 2018 Prom at the new venue – kindly hosted by Solley’s Ice Cream Parlour, on their family farm in Ripple.

New to the National Garden scheme, this typical town house garden has a long plot divided into spaces with different planting schemes. Enter via a side gate and walk through an arch of Wisteria into an array of shrubs and perennials in mixed borders with fruit trees, clematis and roses.

A young garden and home created in October 2016 by the BBC DIY SOS team. This is our family garden and smallholding which is enjoyed by our four young children daily. Our family garden has planted borders and raised beds.

Have you ever wondered what it takes to look after the objects in our care' This month, as part of our conservation in action, we’re focussing on how we care for textiles.

Obtain a timed ticket on arrival or pre-book the 12:00 or 14.30 time slot (14:30 slot not available on Bank Holidays). Please book at least 24 hours in advance and arrive at least 30 mins early to exchange your e-ticket for a house ticket.

Award winning 300ft garden, designed in the Glade style, similar to Forest gardening but more open and with use of exotic and unusual trees, shrubs and perennials, with wildlife in mind, devised and maintained by the owner, densely planted in a natural style with stepping stone paths.

A festival of Vintage for all the family in the Castle Grounds

A festival of vintage for all the family in the Castle’s grounds. Shop from a vast array of Vintage stalls. Enjoy singing from Miss Vintage and dancing with the Medway Lindy Hoppers throughout the day. Picnic in the grounds with delicious food sourced from local food providers.

Start tour from any town car park (signs from here). 88 West Street: Small cottage garden, full of perennials, shrubs, clematis and roses. Finalist Kent Life Amateur Gardener Award. 53 Sandown Road: Three rooms incl decked terrace with pots, courtyard with water feature and olive trees. Studio and greenhouse.

Gem of a little back garden rejuvenated in 2016 whilst retaining lovely old trees, shrubs and hedges. Gravel paths in straight lines with a lawn worthy of Wimbledon, surround 2 beds planted with hardy perennials and bright annuals. The colours ramp up as the season progresses.

Delightful small garden packed with a wide variety of interesting plants. Gravelled front garden and several areas on different levels divided by pergola, paths and steps, each with their own character. Perennials, shrubs and trees, bamboos and palms, with pond area.

A walk around the heaviest bombed seaside town in the uk. Here the stories of the people under fire in hells corner in ww2. All welcome. walks run on the first sunday of the month. They start from Ramsgate library at 10 a.m. and take about two hours. walks are free, but donations are welcome

Swing Dance Class with Andrew Hall (DJ Reverend Boogie!) and live set from the KD Dance Orchestra Learn to swing dance under the instruction of Andrew Hall then test your new skills to the live sounds of a 7 piece ‘Swinging Little Big Band’.

Delightful 3 acre gardens surrounding a beautiful 1719 Queen Anne House (not open). Lose yourself in numerous themed rooms: sunken garden, iris beds, scented old fashioned rose walk, formal rose garden, intense wild flowers, peonies, deep herbaceous borders and specimen trees.

The Farmers Market at Hall Place, Bexley is held on the 1st Sunday of the month. The Farmers Market is open to the public between 10am and 2pm (ish) and is held in the Courtyard area. There is a variety of local produce available

A stunning collaborative concert featuring a stellar line-up of musicians. The winner of the BBC Woodwind Final, Jess Gillam, performs alongside award winning composer and saxophonist, John Harle, accompanied by The Tippet Quartet and celebrated pianist, Steve Lodder.

Deal based band play an eclectic blend of old-time bluegrass and classic rock with skilful vocal harmonies and powerful lyrics. A combination of originals, reworkings and a few covers – with an intense energy and passion giving them an almighty sound. So young yet so amazing Chris Evans BBC Radio

The Skelton Skinner All Stars comprises seven of the country’s finest musicians with trumpeter, Mike Lovatt, saxophonists, Colin Skinner and Alan Barnes, and co-leader, Matt Skelton, on drums included in the line-up.

The FB Pocket Orchestra takes its listeners back to the hot jazz, blues, ragtime & popular dances of the 1920/ 30s & earlier. The members originally began playing together in various FB Music & Media projects and officially began playing as The FB Pocket Orchestra in 2012.

A lively and varied recital/performance, with engaging drawing-room intimacy, celebrating the life, mind and writings of one of our greatest novelists.

Winner of the Suoni d’Arpa International Competition in Italy and soon to record a CD for Tactus Label, Oliver was the first harpist ever to win the Guildhall Gold Medal, its most prestigious prize. Previous winners include Jacqueline du Pré and Tasmin Little, who we also welcome to Deal this year.

Looking for your next adventure' Have you thought about volunteering at Ightham Mote' Volunteering is great fun.

Conference Series LLC invites all the participants across the globe to attend the World Cancer Summit 2018 to be held on July 9-10, 2018 Bangkok, Thailand. World Cancer Summit 2018 directs towards the main issues as well as future strategies of Cancer.

Henry Blofeld is an English sports journalist whose rich, plummy tones are known and loved worldwide thanks to his extensive cricket commentary career on both television and radio. As a broadcaster he was a regular member of the prestigious Test Match Special cricket commentary team between 1972 and 1991.

Robert Poulter’s version of the play uses Deal settings and music from Jonathan Blewitt’s 1829 score. Robert’s new model theatre extends the medium of the Toy Theatre by creating shows with movement, lighting effects and changes of scenery. He is a regular performer in USA, Germany and France

Henry VIII, like a colossus, bestrides the history of our country. He invented the idea of British uniqueness; in fact, the Reformation could be defined as the first Brexit, when his ministers devised the doctrine of parliamentary sovereignty.

Keith Hanson was Chief Exhibitor and Queen’s Body Guard for 20 years at London’s most iconic landmark- The Tower of London. Join Keith for a delicious Afternoon Tea and find out what it was like to live with his family at the Tower of London.

The classic 1925 thriller starring Lon Chaney, ‘the Man of a Thousand Faces’, as the disfigured Phantom, wreaking havoc beneath the sewers of the Paris Opera House. Minima returns by popular demand following last year’s sensational performance of Vampyr.

We are delighted to be collaborating with Canterbury Festival to bring you two young musicians who were finalists in their Bursary Competition 2017. Harriet Tubb, who won the competition, was introduced to the Marimba at age nine, and credits this love to her first music teacher.

When Sir Roger Gaddabout organises a dinner party to tell his guests some earth shattering news it is hardly surprising that his body is later discovered in the library. But who was the murderer? Become a sleuth for the night in this elegant 1920s Murder Mystery.

A half day session led by our very own artist Anthony Nield. Watch a demonstration, followed by the opportunity for you to create your own drawing, whilst learning the techniques for drawing the architectural features of our historic building. Advance booking required

A 1913 Murder Mystery set around a 3 course meal. Tickets £34.99 each. When in 1913 Lord and Lady Havelot are among the passengers on the Mauretania sailing to New York. Inspector Perrier is also on board enjoying a well earned rest after working for the MET.

An evocative and immersive journey around the world through classical piano, sound design, and perfumes Award-winning London-based pianist Belle Chen performs a one-of-a-kind programme featuring classical music and sounds from around the world.

The music of Gershwin, Bernstein, Dankworth, Piazzolla, Rimsky Korsakov, Jobim, Rodgers & Hart, Mangione, Bechet, Aznavour, Vito & Stringle performed by Julian Marc Stringle n concert with ’The Dream Band’ Quintet and Sonia Slany’s ’Solid Strings ’ Quartet .

Enjoy a warm summers evening as an exclusive VIP guest, with our beautiful mansion house as the backdrop to your theatre performance. **For a table of 2 please book 60 ticket and for a table of 4 please book 120 ticket**. We have VIP experiences available for four of our productions.

All aboard! Full steam ahead! Take your seats for Heartbreak Productions’ outdoor adaptation of The Railway Children, a classic children’s tale by Edith Nesbit. Gather around Bobbie, Peter and Phyllis on platform one as they pass the time by sharing the classic tale of The Railway Children.

The Kent County Show is the region’s showcase event for farming, countryside and rural life. The three day show brings together the very best of Kent with animals, food, fun and excitement giving a true feel of what ’The Garden of England’ has to offer.

The Barfrestone Art Exhibition and Sale of Work has gained a high reputation for quality and ambience since our first event in 2006.

Join Cheryl Baker, our host for the evening and get ready to be dazzled and amazed by world class magician Etienne Pradier and our Mocktail Entertainer before dancing the night away to live music from The Fizz!

All day entertainment which may include birds of prey, working dogs, children’s entertainment as well as arts, crafts, gifts and food marquees.

ARTISAN CRAFTS VINTAGE & GIFT FAIR

Cheeki Monkeys BIG Baby & Children’s Market is coming to a venue near you! Mums & Dads - do you need to declutter or are you looking for gently used baby & childrens items, clothing and more? STALL HOLDERS.....

Come join us and grab a bargin. Hundreds of preloved children’s items will be on sale for up to 90% off rrp The venue has plenty of onsite parking.

Bring history to life with an historic re-enactment. Join our eighteenth century surveyor as he explains how map makers played a key role in the Quebec campaign. Booking Not Needed. Children are welcome. Assistance Dogs only are welcome.

Approx 1 acre garden with a blaze of colourful displays in perennial borders and the 8 cartwheel centre beds. Hundreds of annuals in 50 tubs and troughs and 50 hanging baskets. Sculptures, garden art, chickens, lots of seating, and stairs to a viewing platform. Many quirky surprises at every turn.

Artisan Crafts Vintage & Gift Fair

Join Sidcup Symphony Orchestra (Conductor James Ross) for our Summer Concert on Saturday 7th July. Programme Rossini Overture "The Italian Girl in Algiers" Beethoven Piano Concerto No. 4 (Soloist Veronika Shoot) Mendelssohn Symphony No.

Visit the Hythe Festival -It opens with the Grand Parade down the High Street & finishes at Hythe Green where 2 days of entertainment begin.

As part of our 50th anniversary celebrations, we are delighted to host this concert in association with The Kent Police Male Voice Choir.

A very small, lush and leafy plantsman’s oasis. A tapestry of carefully chosen plants from around the world selected for their texture, elegance, leaf size and shape or long season interest, or perhaps for their unusual habit or rarity: schefflera, wildlife-friendly umbellifers, trochodendron, tetrapanax,...

Hythe Festival. Town celebrations including RHDR special events.

The Canterbury Singers, directed by Elizabeth Jenkins, with Cherry Stone Duo. A selection of lighter repertoire, including madrigals, Irish and English folk songs including arrangements by Cecilia McDowall accompanied by harp, part songs by Parry, Pearsall and Wood, music for harp and guitar, and readings.

Take your best photo at Knole yet with the help of the Panasonic team. Look through the lens and capture your family day out, the vast parkland and its wild deer herd, or the historic detail of Knole’s architecture.

10k is a great step up from our 5k events. Up the challenge and take part in the Race for Life 10k. Walk, jog or run. Raise valuable funds for research. THIS IS BEATING CANCER. 10k (or just over 6 miles) may sound a little daunting but it is an achievable challenge for anyone with a bit of training.

Part of Deal Festival - Last year the Ronnie Scott’s Big Band caused a sensation when they brought to life the music of Count Basie and Duke Ellington. By popular demand the band returns to recreate the music of two more big band legends, Stan Kenton and Woody Herman. Simply the best big band in the UK today

An evening of Ballroom, Latin American, Argentine Tango & Sequence dancing ALL OF OUR DANCES ARE AT THE KINGS HALL, BEACON HILL, HERNE BAY, KENT. CT6 5BA BEAUTIFUL VENUE WITH BAR FACILITIES. Our next dance will be on the 8th September 2018 Further details on the kings Hall website.

Join us for a wildlife walk, perfect for all ages, led by our knowledgeable and enthusiastic guides. As the Hussey family children did in the 19th Century explore the best place to spot wildlife such as butterflies, dragonflies, birds and wild flowers. Booking Not Needed. Dogs on leads welcome.

This annual event will be held on the 7th, 14th & 21st July 2018. Organised by the Faversham Society, the event offers an opportunity to visit properties of historical or architectural interest. 44 properties including 6 new ones will be participating, many of which are not normally open to the public.

This is a 5k suitable for all abilities. This is women, young women & children uniting with one purpose, to raise valuable funds for Cancer Research. THIS IS BEATING CANCER. 5k (or just over 3 miles) is an achievable distance for all ages and abilities.

Enjoy a stroll through a wildflower meadow with experts, Lynne and Peter Flower, to learn how to identify some common wildflowers and about the importance of this declining habitat for plant diversity and the pollinators that depend on them.

Festival Finale brings together two of the UK’s most glamorous and versatile performers, soprano Lesley Garrett and clarinettist Emma Johnson, who are both justly celebrated for their many achievements in classical music, making it popular, moving and fun.

The Bidborough gardens (collect garden list from Boundes End, 2 St Lawrence Avenue) are in a small village at the heart of which are The Kentish Hare pub (book in advance), the church, village store and primary school. It is a thriving community with many clubs incl a very active Garden Association!

Gardens of about 5 acres, surrounding beautiful 500+yr old clothiers hall (not open), laid out in 1920s and redesigned over past 25yrs to combine traditional and modern planting schemes.

Over 18 fully scenic model railways, , trade stands for all your modelling needs and cafe. Largest model railway show in area. Also CAMRA beer festival as part of the show. Free parking on site and at the over flow car park. disabled access

Part of Deal Festival - Nick Meier (guitarist with Jeff Beck) and Pete Oxley (guitarist with world-jazz group Curious Paradise).

Part of Deal Festival - Matilda won the inaugural Eric Aubier International Trumpet Competition in October 2017 in Rouen France, beating 53 other contestants to claim the First Prize in the Master Category.

Larkfield Community Group presents this year’s Larkfield picnic on the rec. Sunday 8th July, 1-4pm at Larkfield recreation ground, New Hythe Lane, ME20 6PU. Many stalls and displays including PRIMA dance display, face painting, football matches, bouncy castle, dog competition, beer tent, BBQ and more.

C18 walled garden and greenhouse. A herb terrace overlooks a citrus standing. Flowery mead beneath medlar and quince trees. Across a grass tennis court a cherry orchard grazed by Jacob sheep. A shady fernery, lawns, ponds and wild area.

The garden at Calico House was made over the past decade utilising yew hedges and topiary dating from the 1920s. Terraced lawns and themed flower borders are set within a traditional English garden framework of hedges and walks.

Race for Life Pretty Muddy® is the Cancer Research brilliant muddy obstacle course. Scramble over the A-frame. Crawl through the mud pit. Have fun with your friends and raise valuable Funds for BEATING CANCER.

A gathering of Classic Cars

Race for Life Pretty Muddy Kids is the Cancer Research brilliant muddy obstacle course just for the little ones. They can take on the obstacles, crawl through the mud pit and have fun with friends, all the while helping raise valuable funds for BEATING CANCER.

Tonbridge Farmers Market is held on the 2nd Sunday of the month in Sovereign Way TN9 1RG between the hours of 9.30am -1.30pm. There are normally more than 70 stalls Find us on FACEBOOK - Tonbridge Farmers Market Twitter - TonbridgefmMrkt www.tonbridgefarmersmarket.co.uk Contact Steve Wood 07876 685853 9.

A 1 acre family garden in a unique position. Mixed borders, with a wide range of shrubs and flowers providing a riot of colour throughout the year, flow into the more naturalistic planting which is adjacent to meadow areas and fruit trees.

Lenham Country Market is held on the 2nd Sunday of the month. It’s open to the public between 9am and 1pm and is held in Lenham Square. There a variety of local food, drink and crafts available

Sunday 8 July 2018 10am - 12pm Angel Centre, Angel Lane, Tonbridge TN9 1SF BUY top quality pre-loved baby & kids goods at our award winning pop-up market. *Over 20 stalls with lots of bargains!

Meander your way off the beaten track to a mature, extensive garden changing through the seasons. You will enjoy a garden laid out in rooms - what surprises are round the corner' Large selection of trees, vegetable, rose and gravel gardens, colourful containers.

Driving down Ramsden Road offers no clue that there is a really pretty plant lover’s garden to the rear of the house. Packed full of colour and interest many plants grown from seed and cuttings from our greenhouse.

Full of interest with a wide variety of shrubs, small orchard, veg beds and tranquil seating areas with beautifully placed statuary, this garden has been transformed into a beautiful, peaceful and welcoming oasis.

"It’s discouraging to think how many people are shocked by honesty and how few by deceit". A comic play by Nol Coward, performed by Changeling Theatre Company.

MAIDSTONE ART SOCIETY is holding its Annual Exhibition for 2018 at The County Gallery, County Hall, Maidstone, Kent from Monday 9th July to Thursday 12th July The exhibition is open from 10.00am to 4.00pm each day and gives you a chance to see the varied talents of the society members .

Lord Sackvilles private garden at Knole is a magical space, featuring sprawling lawns, a walled garden, an untamed wilderness area and a medieval orchard. Access is through the beautiful Orangery, off Green Court, where doors open to reveal the secluded lawns of the 26 acre garden and stunning views of the house.

This summer, as part of the Applause Outdoors Season 2018 six professional, exciting and unique performances have been developed specially for outdoor events, fetes and festivals. All the performances are interactive, family-friendly and suitable for all ages, and great fun.

Part of Deal Festival The Changeling Theatre Company In collaboration with English Heritage Vienna is rife with loose morality and ludicrous characters.

If you are interested in volunteering at Knole, come along to a free coffee morning to find out more and meet our friendly team. You’ll be able to discover what opportunities are available and talk to some of our volunteers.

New exhibitions, Edy Craig: Women, Suffrage and the Theatre and The Shakespearean Lectures of Ellen Terry will be on display at Smallhythe Place celebrating the women of Smallhythe in the Suffrage movement. In 2018 we are exploring women’s history and suffrage through the anniversary of women gaining the vote.

Discover the stories behind Quebec House and its famous occupant. Delve into the history of General James Wolfe and life in Georgian times on a half hour tour of Quebec House. Tickets are available from 11am from the Coach House. Please note tickets can’t be booked in advance.

The musical comedy based on the much-loved film. Based on the story and characters from the Oscar®-winning DreamWorks Animation film, this hilarious and spectacular production turns the world of fairytales upside down.

Our herb garden is in its second year now. Come and find out about the plants we grow for dyeing, tea making, medicinal, and culinary use. Booking Not Needed. Assistance Dogs only are welcome.

An enchanting story that blends childhood imagination with the cynicism of adulthood. A tale of hope, determination and enchantment. An international multi-award winner. Newport, Edwardian South Wales: A dockworker’s son, smitten by Harry Houdini, dreams of a life of magic.

Part of Deal Festival - Members of the world-renowned Academy of Ancient Music join forces with some of the most talented students of Guildhall School of Music and Drama’s Department for Historical Musical Performance to celebrate the genius of Mozart.

Part of Deal Festival - Andrey is one of the most successful upcoming guitarists of his generation. During his studies at the Royal Academy of Music he worked with guitarist Julian Bream to present an evening solo recital at St John Smith Square, and with guitarist John Williams on an evening concert of Australian...

Johan Löfving appeared in 2017 with Improviso and now returns with flautist Yu-Wei Hu to perform music inspired by French and English composers from the Baroque period. Young artists Flauguissimo Duo shine at IGF Guitar Summit.

From noon on the 13th until 5pm on the 15th of July Volks Weald 2018 will be held at the stunning Penshurst Place in Kent, a privately owned, historic house of medieval origin. Located in the charming village of Penshurst amongst glorious countryside in the centre of the Weald of Kent.

Soloists: Hans-Peter Hofmann & Julian Fish violins Part of Deal Festival EUCO are European cultural ambassadors. This prestigious ensemble comprises some of the most outstanding European orchestral musicians and they perform around 70 concerts a year throughout the world.

VW family festival in a glorious location - live music all weekend , trade village , catering avenue, fun dog show , bmx stunt show , loads for the kids to do including a 5 acre maze and a huge playground , a huge vw classic car show - come along and enjoy the greatest show on turf . Www.volksweald.co.uk

Ever wondered what it might be like to camp out under the stars at Sissinghurst Castle Garden' Well here’s your chance, take part in our annual camping weekend packed full of activities. Please bring your own tent, sleeping bags, food and refreshments and any other camping equipment you wish to bring.

Delve into the store for a peek of the delicate and lavish costumes once worn by Ellen Terry and her actor friends. With fascinating stories attached to each garment, costume tours are an opportunity to discover a rich theatrical history. Costume tours take place on Saturday afternoons at 1.15pm.

Part of Deal Festival - In the second of EUCO’s concerts, the orchestra is joined by violinist Tasmin Little. Tasmin Little has firmly established herself as one of today’s most esteemed and eminent international violinists.

Now in its 40th year, the Leeds Castle Classical concert is a highlight of the summer season and is set against the stunning backdrop of Leeds Castle, reputed to be the loveliest castle in the world.

"How many kinds of sweet flowers grow, in an English country garden. [Now come along and see some on show], those we miss you’ll surely pardon.". Ightham and District Gardener’s Club join us for their annual summer show.

Enjoy a warm summers evening as an exclusive VIP guest, with our beautiful mansion house as the backdrop to your theatre performance. **For table of 2 please book 60 ticket and for table of 4 please book 120 ticket**. We have VIP experiences available for four of our productions.

Learn to design, cut and print a woodcut image at this hands-on workshop, then use your woodblock to produce your own prints or notecards. Inspired by the flora found in Knole Park, design and create a woodblock to produce your own unique prints.

Shakespeare’s most enduringly popular comedy of love and intrigue, magic and mayhem, is brought to life by family favourites Quantum Theatre in their wonderfully funny and exuberant production of the Shakespeare classic. .

Explore the past with our park walk team and learn about the latest archaeological discoveries. Join this guided walk through Knole Park to learn about the archaeological site at Knole and the discoveries made so far.

Celebrate the 90th anniversary of the opening of the line through to Dungeness

Race for Life Pretty Muddy Kids is the Cancer Research brilliant muddy obstacle course just for the little ones. They can take on the obstacles, crawl through the mud pit and have fun with friends, all the while helping raise valuable funds for BEATING CANCER.

Set in 2½ acres of grounds, cultivated the old fashioned way to complement the ancient almshouses it serves. Well-manicured lawns with extensive borders and densely planted display beds: summer bedding, carpet bedding, specimen trees, shrubs and rockery plants, herbaceous planting, shrub rose beds with standard roses.

The Garden Gate is a community garden based in Northdown Park, growing a mixture of plants, flowers and vegetables using organic methods. We also have a wildlife pond, two polytunnels, a shade house, some coppiced woodland and a green roof on one of our buildings.

The annual traditional village fete with stalls, MUSIC, BEER tent with local craft beer, TEA tent and food, all affordably priced. WW II SPITFIRE flypast. Bring your dog and enter it into the DOG SHOW. Participate in the GAMES and win a prize.

Take part in our Teddy Bears Picnic with your favourite Ted, every child visiting with their companion will receive a certificate. Listen to our story and meet Kent Life’s Teddy. The Sooty Show Izzy wizzy let’s get busy!

On the 14th July (2-4.30pm), the Nursing Home holds its Summer Fete. Enjoy walks in our grounds, visit the house, sample our many stalls/bouncy castle/live music/BBQ/fire engine & fully licensed bar. The Fete launches our appeal to raise funds to restore the architecturally unique orangery.

The Death of Stalin is a 2017 political satire comedy film directed and co-written by Armando Iannucci. It stars Steve Buscemi, Simon Russell Beale, Paddy Considine, Rupert Friend, Jason Isaacs, Michael Palin, Andrea Riseborough and Jeffrey Tambor.

Race for Life Pretty Muddy® is the Cancer Research brilliant muddy obstacle course. Scramble over the A-frame. Crawl through the mud pit. Have fun with your friends and raise valuable Funds for BEATING CANCER.

10k is a great step up from our 5k events. Up the challenge and take part in the Race for Life 10k. Walk, jog or run. Raise valuable funds for research. THIS IS BEATING CANCER. 10k (or just over 6 miles) may sound a little daunting but it is an achievable challenge for anyone with a bit of training.

Cherry Fair – 15th July 2018 Cherries galore at Brogdale! Celebrate all things cherry with over 400 varieties of Cherry in the National Fruit Collection. Cherry Fair is packed with cherry entertainment including mess cherry pie eating contest and the cherry pip spit challenge, can you break the record?

This is a 5k suitable for all abilities. This is women, young women & children uniting with one purpose, to raise valuable funds for Cancer Research. THIS IS BEATING CANCER. 5k (or just over 3 miles) is an achievable distance for all ages and abilities.

A Half Marathon is 13.1 miles (or 21k), and is the perfect challenge for women who have previously taken part in one of our 10k events and want to push themselves one step further.

10 acres of woodland and gardens with fine specimen trees unusual on Thanet, spring bulbs, wisteria, shrub borders, old figs and mulberries, herbaceous borders. Victorian walled garden with cucumber house, long glasshouses, cactus house, fruiting trees.

8 acres; large lawns, specimen trees, flowering cherries, rhododendrons, azaleas and naturalised daffodils; walled gardens with lawns, shrubs, herbaceous borders, rose garden incl shrub roses, wild flower areas and vegetables. Extensive views to Medway and Thames estuaries.

2 acre garden created over 30yrs on S-facing slope of N Downs. Spectacular views. Snowdrops and hellebores, many tender plants, china roses, agapanthus, verbenas, salvias and grasses flourish on light soil. Topiary continues to evolve with birds at last emerging. Lavender ribbons hum with bees.

1584 brick mansion (open for tours) and parkland of historical importance, now a boarding and day school for girls. Some herbaceous borders, formal parterres, drifts of daffodils, C17 garden walls, yew hedges and lime avenue. Humphry Repton designed 50 hectares of park, most garden follies restored in 2009.

Aylesford Farmers Market is held on the 3rd Sunday of the month at Aylesford Priory between the hours of 9.30am -1.30pm. There are normally more than 45+ stalls Find us on FACEBOOK - Aylesford Farmers Market Twitter - @AylesfordFmMrkt www.aylesfordfarmersmarket.co.

Join us as we recreate some of Mrs Wolfe’s eighteenth century recipes such as lemon drops, King or Queen cakes or macaroons. Tastings available. Mrs Wolfe kept plenty of recipes from cakes and bakes to even medicinal drinks and ointments.

A very wild, experimental garden sown from seed 1987-89. Wild flower meadow, pond and ditches, mown paths, native copse and hedges buzzing with wildlife - a unique experience. Demonstrating how plants manipulate diseases, insects and other animals to establish and maintain their natural population density.

Runners up in Kent Life Garden of the Year. Tranquil 2 acre garden with a surprise around every corner, a series of garden rooms and a mixture of styles.

City of Canterbury Chamber Choir, director Edward-Rhys Harry, with Ed Kemp-Luck, organ, perform one of the best loved of all choral works, Fauré’s "Requiem". The programme also features a work by one of England’s most popular contemporary choral composers, "Aesop’s Fables" by Bob Chilcott.

Chislehurst Farmers Market is held on the 3rd Sunday of the month and is open to the public between 10am and 2pm. The Farmers Market is held in a new location of Hornbrook House Car Park, High Street, Chislehurst, Kent BR7 5AB.

Join the storytime fun in Knole’s bookshop where your little ones can enjoy short stories and nursery rhymes. This is a free event suitable for children under 5, running every Monday during the school term. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Booking Not Needed. Aimed at children under 5.

Find out how the conservation team care for the textiles in our collection. As part of our My Favourite Item month, the conservation team will be on hand to answer questions as they care for some of our textiles. Booking Not Needed.

A brand new farce loosely based on Downton Abbey. Shockingly funny adult-only humour. Set in 1930 this homage to Downton Abbey and Upstairs Downstairs is riven with innuendo and post-modernist swipes at our very - some may say overly - politically correct attitudes to life today.

Following the runaway success of previous years, this will be our 3rd year hosting the Hythe Food & Drink Festival. Holman’s Field alongside the enchanting Royal Military Canal will once again provide the setting.

Dartford Farmers Market held on the 3rd Friday of the month offers a variety of local produce including meat, bread, seasonal fruit and vegetables, jams and preserves, eggs and much more

Sit back and relax or dance the night away with live music from the 60s, 70s and 80s performed by Masterclass - a professional 3 piece band. Bring along your picnics, blankets and chairs and enjoy the evening summer sun. There will also be a drinks tent available, for hot and cold drinks. Booking Essential.

A fun night of live music with ABBA Chique tribute band. www.abbachique.com/ Champagne and real ale bar on site. "Posh Picnic" available - enquire at time of booking (£10 per person) Advance Tickets only - ON SALE FROM 1ST MARCH 2018

Beth’s Charity Dog Show & Funday Inc Scruffts Heat and GSD Rally FUN DOG SHOW - Saturday 21st July 2018, Booking in 10.00am judging from 11.00am, Rosettes from 1st-6th place and trophies for all 1st places. £1.50 per entry per class.

Heartbreak Productions is pleased to announce that the Prince Regent is coming to visit. You are hereby required to attend an etiquette lesson hosted by The Association of Higher Etiquette and Manners, educating you in the politesse of high society.

Join us this July for exclusive camping at Scotney Castle. There is no better way to spend a summer weekend, with activities for all the family, access to the house, garden and old castle all included in the price. Join us this July for exclusive camping at Scotney Castle.

Enjoy a warm summers evening as an exclusive VIP guest, with our beautiful mansion house as the backdrop to your theatre performance. **For a table of 2 please book 60 ticket and for a table of 4 please book 120 ticket**. We have VIP experiences available for four of our productions.

Thomas the Tank engine is steaming back to Tenterden to star at the biggest event in the Kent & East Sussex Railway calendar.

Boots from 8am (cars £7 / vans £10). Entertainment from 12noon. Lots of stalls, tombola, hot and cold refreshments, ample free parking, admission by donation. Stalls welcome, £10, must be pre-booked.

The garden surrounds a historically important, medieval village house and incl a knot garden, herbaceous borders, ponds, walled gardens and an orchard.

Enjoy two lovely gardens, very different in character, close to Windmill Hill which has extensive views over the Thames estuary. 58A Parrock Road is a beautiful, well established town garden, approx 120ft x 40ft, nurtured by owner for 55yrs.

Cheeki Monkeys BIG Baby & Children’s Market is coming to a venue near you! Mums & Dads - do you need to declutter or are you looking for gently used baby & childrens items, clothing and more? STALL HOLDERS.....

Wonderful authentic blues band appearing for one night only

Artisan Crafts Vintage & Gift Fair

Heart of Kent Hospice is proud to present two open air performances in partnership with The Changeling Theatre Company. Enjoy the masterpieces Noel Coward’s ’Blithe Spirit’ and Shakespeare’s ’Measure for Measure’ in the beautiful grounds of Allington Castle.

Contemporary classical garden within a 4 acre site. Made over 15yrs by resident landscape designer. Divided into rooms with linking vistas. Incl hot borders, white garden, exotics, oak and glass summerhouse amongst magnolias. Dramatic changes in level. Formal pool with damp garden, ornamental vegetable potager.

3 acre idyllic secluded garden surrounded by bluebell woods. Mature Borders, winding beds, ponds/ornamental trees perennials/shrubs/annuals designed for year round colours. Damp shady borders/dry sunny borders, unusual plants, huge pieris, acers and rhododendrons.

Themed Games Event 2 weekends of games to play on a selection of classic games consoles from the Museum’s collection....all about dinosaurs.

Relax and enjoy the live music on the lawn. Bring a rug or low backed chair to sit on. Picnics welcome. This event is weather dependent. Please telephone or check the website/Facebook if the weather is poor.

Folkestone NCI (National Coastwatch Institution) in 2018 is celebrating 20 years of daily operation at Copt Point on the East Cliff, Wear Bay Road, where the entirely volunteer membership keeps a visual watch with a view to preserving life both at sea and along the coast.

MLTC is putting on another Margate Lawn Tennis Club is holding its annual Summer Fete and Open Day. There will be many stalls with games of skill, things to buy and food to eat. As part of ’The great British Weekend’ there will be plenty of opportunities to swing a racket!

Learn how to rescue Whales, Dolphins & Seals. British Divers Marine Life Rescue (BDMLR) is a UK based marine animal rescue organisation. We have around 3,500 active volunteer Marine Mammal Medics around the UK and we are the only such specialist organisation covering England, Wales and Scotland.

A coming together of local support, for expectant to pre-schooler parents to help guide you on your journey through parenthood. ‘ParentCon’ is a showcase of some of our local antenatal and postnatal services, including healthcare practitioners, holistic services, social, play and support groups.

Join us for a led walk around the estate. Booking Essential. Phone: 01732 810378 ext.100. Children accompanied by an adult are welcome. Dogs on leads welcome.

Special offer - 2 for 1 on any seat any day! Simply call the box office – 07904428555 and quote ’Juggler’ to receive the deal. Circus Vegas arrives in the UK for its first full British tour.

Pick up our Summer Holiday Activity Pack complete with “Explorer Card”. Each child completing the card will receive a free Firework Spectacular Ticket. There will also be a variety of shows in our Big Top, all included within the admission price.

Summer pruning ensures good fruit production in the autumn. Please join us to see how we prune our espalier, fan and free standing fruit trees. Booking Not Needed. Assistance Dogs only are welcome.

Come along and listen to archaeologist Nathalie Cohen talk about the exciting restoration project at Knole House and find out what they discovered in the process. Advance booking required

With a natural play area, quizzes and trails, there’s plenty to keep the family busy in the summer holidays. Our Themed Thursdays (11am - 3.30pm) with different activities each week, gives you a reason to return.

As Good as Gold: the Story of Gold and its significance and symbolism with the History of Art. Experience the story of gold and its significance and symbolism within the history of art - as the colour of the sun: the colour of divinity: the colour of status and the colour of love.

Scotney Castle is an amazing place to photograph, and becomes very colourful when the blossoms are in bloom, creating bright colours and shapes! The course will focus on capturing all the colours of Scotney Castle through our camera lenses, learning how a. Booking Essential. Phone: 07969 466 572.

Scotney Castle is an amazing place to photograph, and becomes very colourful when the blossoms are in bloom, creating bright colours and shapes! The course will focus on capturing all the colours of Scotney Castle. Our students will learn how a camera mak. Booking Essential. Phone: 07969 466 572.

Visitors to the ’loveliest castle in the world’ are often surprised and enchanted by the glorious gardens which surround this magnificent moated building.

A half day session led by our very own artist Anthony Nield. You will start with a demonstration, and then be given the opportunity to have a go at drawing some of our beautiful flora and fauna. The glasshouse will be used if the weather is wet. Advance booking required.

The Summer Theatre Company brings you one of Shakespeare’s most enduring and popular plays. A rumbustiously traditional production with its pair of nave young lovers, enchanting fairies, rude mechanicals and Lords and Ladies produce magical moments, mistaken identities and lashings of humour.

1½ acre gardens around C18 orangery, now a house (not open). Magnificent extensive herbaceous border & impressive ancient wisteria. Large walled garden with a wide variety of shrubs, mixed borders & unusual specimen trees. Water features & intriguing collection of modern sculptures in natural surroundings.

Take a trip down the rabbit hole with Chapterhouse Theatre Company this summer as they present the classic tale of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. Join Alice as she stumbles into the magical world of Wonderland and meet a whole host of colourful characters.

Join our knowledgeable guide on a gentle walk to South Foreland Lighthouse. Enjoy the fantastic views across the channel whilst learning about the varied history of this beautiful place. Booking Not Needed. Children welcome if accompanied by an adult. Dogs on leads welcome.

Romantic fantasy drama from film-maker Guillermo del Toro starring Sally Hawkins and Octavia Spencer. Mute cleaner Elisa Esposito (Hawkins) works in a government laboratory in 1960s Baltimore. When the lab takes delivery of a classified experiment Elisa’s life changes forever.

Board one for our early morning diesel hauled services to New Romney in time for the parade.

A tropical style showing what can be achieved in the smaller modern garden, filled with colourful flowers and unusual foliage. The front and side garden have an array of ferns and unusual shrubs.

Special offer - 2 for 1 on any seat any day! Simply call the box office – 07904428555 and quote ’Juggler’ to receive the deal. Circus Vegas arrives in the UK for its first full British tour.

Old School Hall Lower Road East Farleigh Maidstone ME15 0JL Antique & Vintage Market Calendar 2018 Sunday 29 July 10am - 3pm Monday 27th August 10am-3pm Sunday 30th September 10am - 3pm Saturday 8th December 10am - 3pm www.oldschoolhall.co.uk email: info@oldschoolhall.co.uk

Our headliner for this Bexleyheath Comedy Show is Award Winning Comedian and father of Spiderman, Dominic Holland! As always there’s a great supporting lineup direct from the London Comedy Circuit! Limited Ticket Availability! For more information visit www.houseofstandup.co.

Meet the Crayford Manor House Astronomical Society Dartford for this free drop in activity to learn how to safely observe the sun through special equipment. Outside on the grass area by the Visitor Centre. This event is weather dependant. Phone 01322 526574 or check Facebook to find out if this event is going ahead.

An average sized back garden transformed into an exotic jungle paradise full of fabulous foliage. A real plantsman’s collection of many rare hardy and tender exotics to transport you into a lawn free tropical oasis.

There will be a host of arts and crafts activities for families to enjoy during the summer holiday. Be inspired by Knole’s history and find out what it was like to be at Knole during the First World War with our archaeology team. Create a war medal and try on some First World War costumes.

Visit Knole on Family Monday during the summer holiday for a range of themed arts and crafts activities. Be inspired by Knole’s history and find out what it was like to be at Knole during the First World War with our archaeology team. Create a war medal and try on some First World War costumes.

Bearded dragons, cute bunnies, mischievous meerkats, hungry chicks, pygmy hedgehogs and many, many more. Get up close and personal with all the amazing animals from Animal Magic. A great experience for children and adults alike .Advance booking required . All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Two con men, a beautiful woman and the elite of the French Riviera collide in this sexy and irreverent farce. Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, based on the popular 1988 MGM film, takes us to the French Riviera for high jinks and hilarity.

Obtain a timed ticket on arrival or pre-book the 12:00 or 14.30 time slot (14:30 slot can’t be pre-booked on Bank Holidays). Please book at least 24 hours in advance and arrive at least 30 mins early to exchange your e-ticket for a house ticket.

Complete the picture of Hall Place by copying the missing pieces hidden in the garden. Includes small free prize at the end. Pick up your trail sheet from the historic house, bring a pencil or buy one for 50p, pay on the day.

Sam Outlaw makes his first appearance in these parts with his full American band. Since the release of his 2015 debut Angeleno, Outlaw remains one of LA’s only modern country singers to earn international acclaim. And with his follow-up Tenderheart he shows an impressive refinement of his artistic identity.

Special offer - 2 for 1 on any seat any day! Simply call the box office – 07904428555 and quote ’Juggler’ to receive the deal. Circus Vegas arrives in the UK for its first full British tour.

Develop your painting skills and receive expert tuition in the striking setting of Knole Park. Liz Chapman shares her wealth of experience as an artist and teacher in the stunning grounds of Knole Park.

Themed Games Month We are devoting the entire Summer holiday month to classic arcade games that have been ported onto home consoles.

Join us for our popular and country wide supported diesel event

Bring history to life with an historic re-enactment. Join our eighteenth century surveyor as he explains how map makers played a key role in the Quebec campaign. Booking Not Needed. Children are welcome. Assistance Dogs only are welcome.

4 acre garden with fabulous views devised and cared for by the same family for 160yrs. Deep mixed borders with old roses, peonies, shrubs and a wide variety of herbaceous and annual plants; ruin garden; walled garden; interesting mature trees and shrubs; kitchen garden; wildflower meadows with woodland and pond walks.

Everyone knows St George has to do battle with the dragon, but what happens when the dragon simply won’t fight St George' Quantum Theatre presents Kenneth Grahame’s The Reluctant Dragon, an enchanting tale of bravery and friendship.

Denne Manor House & Barn is a 15th & 17th Century farm house & restored barn. It is set in approx 10 acres of parkland with 2 Rare Breed Sheep paddocks. The Manor Gardens are intricate and at the front have a Kentish apple tree designed Buxus topary miniature maze.

Adjoining an historic fishermen’s cottage, two small courtyard gardens shelter an astonishing array of unusual plants. Thanks to a unique microclimate, the east-facing garden is home to an array of exotic plants and trees, chosen principally for exuberant, jungly foliage.

A fun weekend for all the family - model boats, model cars and model trains including the museum’s interactive eight track model railway. Mini train rides and much more.

Pose for a unique family portrait in our giant Tudor picture frame in the Orangery. Step back in time as you dress in Knole’s extraordinary historical costumes and celebrate the characters who lived and worked in this special house over the past 600 years. Everyone welcome - we have costumes for all the family.

A young garden and home created in October 2016 by the BBC DIY SOS team. This is our family garden and smallholding which is enjoyed by our four young children daily. Our family garden has planted borders and raised beds.

The Farmers Market at Hall Place, Bexley is held on the 1st Sunday of the month. The Farmers Market is open to the public between 10am and 2pm (ish) and is held in the Courtyard area. There is a variety of local produce available

Performed in the open-air, Immersion Theatre invite you to soar away to Neverland as they proudly bring their trademark energy to their most magical musical to date, Peter Pan.

A relatively new garden created within the last 12yrs. Gravel garden with potted tender perennials, cottage garden and herbaceous borders. Potager with vegetables, fruit and flowers for cutting. Bee friendly borders. Hornbeam avenue underplanted with camassia.

Small private garden of garden designer, nursery owner and author who created NGS Garden at Chelsea in 2002, winning Gold and Best in Show, and in 2010 Gold and People’s Choice for the M&G Garden and Gold in 2013.

5 interlinked gardens all designed and created from scratch by the garden owner on 3 acres of rough grassland between 2003 and 2011.

Visit Knole on Family Monday during the summer holiday for a range of nature themed arts and crafts activities. Be inspired by the colours of Knole Park to create a rainbow streamer or a summery suncatcher. Suitable for children aged 5 and above. Booking Not Needed. Everyone welcome but most suitable for ages 5-12.

Students aged 6-18 (grouped accordingly) will learn all things We Will Rock You and School of Rock and participate in a show to family and friends at the end of the week. Students will also get a masterclass with a cast member from the shows above. Along with skills building lessons in singing, dancing and acting!

A guided walk around Old Hythe, taking in the Town Hall, historic High Street, the Royal Military Canal, St Leonard’s Church, Ossuary and lots more….

Get creative in the kitchen and make colourful and deliciously chocolatey rainbow cookies. Discover the wonderful world of wet felting and explore texture and colour to create a felted rainbow. After baking and crafting, children will get their wellies on and head outside to meet our herd of dairy cows.

Following the success from last year’s Open Garden, which raised over £36,000 for the Hospice, we are delighted to announce our Open Garden season for 2018.

If you go down to the woods today... Younger children will have a wonderful morning exploring our vegetable garden to spot the hiding bears amongst the seasonal produce and harvest some cucumbers and tomatoes.

Join us to find out about growing Dahlias from seed and from cuttings. Learn how to create a wonderful display of your own. Booking Not Needed. Assistance Dogs only are welcome.

We have the 80’s cult classic “Labyrinth”, starring the late, great David Bowie as the goblin king and directed by Jim Henson. A fun film that all ages will enjoy. For information and to book tickets visit www.lunacinema.com or call 0844 858 6767

Get ready to be transported to 1880’s Paris as we show Baz Luhrmann’s musical masterpiece, “Moulin Rouge!”. Immerse yourself in the spectacular love story between Christian and Satine, we hope you can-can! For information and to book tickets visit www.lunacinema.com or call 0844 858 6767 (booking fee applies)

For the first time in 10 years, Europe’s greatest equestrian theatre show SPIRIT OF THE HORSE is coming to Kent Event Centre with a spectacular new production for 2018 – RENAISSANCE.

Who doesn’t love bread and butter - and it’s even better when you have made it yourself!

Small traders and larger dealers providing a wide choice of classic collectible toys and model trains, diecast vehicles , books and all major toy and transport related ephemera. From a Bargain to a Rarity Prices can range from 20p to £2000.

Autism Friendly Session for Families of children/young people with neurodevelopmental disorders Suitable for children/young people with Autism and/or anxieties & their families. Venue is wheelchair accessible with hoist & changing bed facilities. Small group session.

Suitable for children/young people with PMLD, ASD, ADHD, Down’s, Complex Health Needs, SLD, MLD, ABI, neurodevelopmental disorders. Head2Head Theatre presents PETER PAN IN A PICKLE, bringing siblings together in age appropriate FUN FOR ALL THE FAMILY. Approx. 70 minute walkabout, interactive performance.

The days of Mothers’ Ruin are far behind us. Join us and boutique English distillery Slingsby Gin, as we learn about the versatility and history of this drinks cabinet stalwart.

This "Trivial Comedy for Serious People" is a fast-paced, one-act adaptation of Oscar Wilde’s beloved play that will truly demonstrate "the truth is rarely pure and never simple.". Ernest is Jack. Ernest loves Gwendolen but she doesn’t know he’s Jack. Algernon is also Ernest but he loves Cecily.

In aid of The Lord Whisky Sanctuary Fund (registered charity 283483) Boot & Late Summer Fayre Boot Fair from 8am (cars £7 / vans £10). Entertainment from 12 noon including The Hythe Town Concert Band. Hot & Cold refreshments ~ Tombola ~ lots of stalls. Classic cars welcome.

Bring you teddy to the railway

The plot follows two drag queens played by Hugo Weaving and Guy Pearce and a transgender woman, played by Terence Stamp, as they journey across the Australian Outback from Sydney to Alice Springs in a tour bus that they have named "Priscilla", along the way encountering various groups and individuals.

Open Air Drive In Cinema Night A Screening of Grease Gates Open at 6.30pm Film Starts at 9.00pm Approx BBQ Food Available To Purchase On The Night £20.00 per car £18.00 per car for Baypoint Members

The latest show from acclaimed musicians Chris Green and Sophie Matthews takes in 600 years of musical history in 90 minutes! Beginning in the Middle Ages and ending up in the 20th century (and incorporating everything in between!) this fun and fast-moving show is a whistle-stop tour of Western musical history.

12 August 2018 Enjoy a display of plums in all colours & sizes, take a tractor trailer ride around the orchards and talk to the guides who will tell you all you need to know about the fruit in season

Lenham Country Market is held on the 2nd Sunday of the month. It’s open to the public between 9am and 1pm and is held in Lenham Square. There a variety of local food, drink and crafts available

Trains will be stopping near the Lifeboat station

Meander your way off the beaten track to a mature, extensive garden changing through the seasons. You will enjoy a garden laid out in rooms - what surprises are round the corner' Large selection of trees, vegetable, rose and gravel gardens, colourful containers.

Tonbridge Farmers Market is held on the 2nd Sunday of the month in Sovereign Way TN9 1RG between the hours of 9.30am -1.30pm. There are normally more than 70 stalls Find us on FACEBOOK - Tonbridge Farmers Market Twitter - TonbridgefmMrkt www.tonbridgefarmersmarket.co.uk Contact Steve Wood 07876 685853 9.

Students aged 6-18 (grouped accordingly) will learn all things We Will Rock You and School of Rock and participate in a show to family and friends at the end of the week. Students will also get a masterclass with a cast member from the shows above. Along with skills building lessons in singing, dancing and acting!

Visit Knole on Family Monday during the summer holiday for a range of wildlife themed arts and crafts activities. Be inspired by the wild animals in Knole Park and create your own deer mask or animal puppet. Suitable for children aged 5 and above. Booking Not Needed. Everyone welcome but most suitable for ages 5-12.

Join us for a day checking the moth trap, chasing butterflies through the wildflower meadows, catching grasshoppers, turning over logs, and dipping nets into one of the many ponds at Bore Place.

Decorate a picture frame with sparkling stones and glittering gold and try on historic hats to create your own unique portrait. Don’t forget to bring a camera! Squash available for children. Suitable for children aged 5-12 years. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

We’ll check humane small mammal traps to see mice and voles close up and learn how to tell them apart before releasing them safely back into the wild.

Join us on a dusk walk through the gardens to hear and see these nocturnal creatures. Bat detector supplied! Followed by tea and cake. Dress for the weather and for walking over uneven ground. Advance booking required.

here’ll be a walk across the fields to find the cows grazing in the pasture, and a chance to watch them at milking time. We’ll also make pizzas from scratch, using ingredients harvested from the market garden.

Join us for an open air theatre experience with The Lord Chamberlains Men in Shakespeare’s The Tempest. The Lord Chamberlain’s Men present one of Shakespeare’s spellbinding masterpiece The Tempest - a play of soaring poetry, high comedy and tender love.

For the thirteenth consecutive year Swanley and North Downs Lions are running a sponsored bicycle event at Brands Hatch, on the famous 1.2 mile Indy Circuit. It is not a race, and participants set their own target for the number of laps they intend to complete.

Truckfest is the must-see show for enthusiasts, families and the road haulage industry. Proud of its heritage in presenting trucks from all over the world, Truckfest is Europe’s Premier trucking event, showcasing a huge variety of trucks from giant American to jaw-dropping customised vehicles.

The garden surrounds Jacobean house 1616 (not open). C17 terraces with herbaceous borders. Topiary frames the magnificent views with lake walk below. Extensive kitchen and cutting garden beyond spring bulb filled quiet garden. Established trees and ha-ha lead onto park.

The final leg of the 2018 National Freestyle Kitesurfing Championships. Around 70 competitors from all over the UK will all be competing for the title of National Freestyle Kitesurfing Champion.

This unique event has a variety of vintage and modern aircraft displays, on the ground and in the air. A family event which includes static military vehicles, living history re-enactment groups, arena events, military stalls, children’s entertainment and food stalls to make this a perfect day out.

Meet the Crayford Manor House Astronomical Society Dartford for this free drop in activity to learn how to safely observe the sun through special equipment. Outside on the grass area by the Visitor Centre. This event is weather dependant. Phone 01322 526574 or check Facebook to find out if this event is going ahead.

Take a trip down the rabbit hole with Chapterhouse Theatre Company this summer as they present the classic tale of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. Join Alice as she stumbles into the magical world of Wonderland and meet a whole host of colourful characters.

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Full of interest with a wide variety of shrubs, small orchard, veg beds and tranquil seating areas with beautifully placed statuary, this garden has been transformed into a beautiful, peaceful and welcoming oasis.

Chislehurst Farmers Market is held on the 3rd Sunday of the month and is open to the public between 10am and 2pm. The Farmers Market is held in a new location of Hornbrook House Car Park, High Street, Chislehurst, Kent BR7 5AB.

Aylesford Farmers Market is held on the 3rd Sunday of the month at Aylesford Priory between the hours of 9.30am -1.30pm. There are normally more than 45+ stalls Find us on FACEBOOK - Aylesford Farmers Market Twitter - @AylesfordFmMrkt www.aylesfordfarmersmarket.co.

Visit Knole on Family Monday during the summer holiday for a range of themed arts and crafts activities. Design and make a majestic crown or get inspired by Knole’s grand architecture to create a pop-up card. Suitable for children aged 5 and above. Booking Not Needed.

Robin Hood and his band of merry men are feared by the richest of the land as they travel through Sherwood Forest stealing from the rich to give to the poor.

Removal of dead flower heads can promote further flowering. Get some tips on which ones we remove to prolong the display and which ones we leave for winter interest. Booking Not Needed. Assistance Dogs only are welcome.

It is a bountiful time of year on the farm. The dairy cows are calving, the organic market garden is bursting with ripe produce and the hedgerows that line the grazing pastures are rich in ripening blackberries.

Decorate your own fan with colourful pens and paints to keep you cool during the summer holiday. Suitable for children aged 5-12 years. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Due to capacity restrictions, it would be very helpful if only one adult attends per child. Booking Essential. Phone: 0344 249 1895.

Join Chapterhouse Theatre Company this summer as Elinor and Marianne Dashwood make their first forays into the exciting world of Regency society.

Robin Hood and his band of merry men are feared by the richest of the land as they travel through Sherwood Forest stealing from the rich to give to the poor.

Peter Greenaway’s highly acclaimed first feature was filmed in the beautiful house and gardens of Groombridge near Tunbridge Wells. The drama is set in the late seventeenth century and the plot is one of intrigue between the sexes.

The Friends of Wittersham Church Alice in Wonderland Village Fete Teas, Fancy Dress, Children’s Craft Tent and Sideshows.

25 & 26 August 2018 Local craft Ciders and Live Music all weekend! Entertainment for the whole family with a little festival goers area, yummy street food, fun festival games, local shopping and more!

kids travel for £1 on Spa Valley Railway on selected dates

A summer weekend of the very best theatre, dance, music, films and fun for all the family! Packed with magical performances and experiences on the beautiful University of Kent campus in Canterbury. Oing! 2018 will be the biggest and best bOing!

See the iconic, world famous Teletubbies in their first ever theatre show created especially for your little ones. Join Tinky Winky, Dipsy, Laa-Laa and Po in a show full of love and laughter as they explore the magical world of Teletubbyland.

Award winning 300ft garden, designed in the Glade style, similar to Forest gardening but more open and with use of exotic and unusual trees, shrubs and perennials, with wildlife in mind, devised and maintained by the owner, densely planted in a natural style with stepping stone paths.

Located in the attractive Nursery, adjacent to its historical Greenhouses, this is a collection of leading specialist nurseries offering a wide range of bulbs, perennials, herbs, shrubs and trees. Also attending is our own Plant Doctor who will be able to advise on a wide range of horticultural matters.

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The farmers market in West Malling is held on the 4th Sunday of the month. The farmers market is open between 9.30 and 1.30 and a wide variety of local produce from the area is available including fish, cakes, pies, bread, wines, fruit juice and much more.

Everyone knows St George has to do battle with the dragon, but what happens when the dragon simply won’t fight St George? In this delightful new adaptation by Michael Whitmore, Quantum Theatre presents Kenneth Grahame’s The Reluctant Dragon, an enchanting tale of bravery, friendship and derring-do for all the family.

Kent Life welcomes back the Ice Cream Festival! Sample tasters of what is to offer from many ice cream vendors and sweet stalls. Take part in the animal activities or visit our face painter. Why not sit back and listen to the bands perform on the Dairy stage. Or take a trip on our fun farm ride!

Bank Holiday Family Fun Beautiful Garden Setting Traditional Stalls & Games Tea, Barbecue, Pimms Live Music Free Parking & Entry Raffle Prizes include: Trip to France Bull Farm meat hamper Mixed case of wine (12) ...and much, much more...

Kent’s most popular series of wedding shows brings together over 40 creative and inspirational suppliers for you to meet at The Hilton Hotel in Maidstone.

The Ashford Branch of Guide Dogs for the Blind will hold its annual Fun Dog Show on Bank Holiday Monday 27th August 2018 at Willesborough Windmill, Ashford TN24 0QG, just off Junction 10 of the M20. There are both Pedigree and Novelty classes, costing £2 each. Entry and car parking free. Booking in starts at 10 a.m.

Find out how a Tudor lady dressed in many layers of costume for a visit to court. See how a Tudor lady dressed in many layers of costume for a visit to court, including replica handling items used by wealthy people in the sixteenth century.

Welcome to the Forest of Arden, a world of clowns, lovers, runaways and rebels. "All the world’s a stage, and all the men and women merely players..." The critically-acclaimed Pantaloons present their innovative and hilarious open-air version of Shakespeare’s timeless comedy.

Join Winston and Clementine on a tour of the world in this family fun trail at Chartwell. Booking Not Needed. Children are welcome. Dogs on leads welcome.

Meet Amet the ant’s family of friendly ants and discover their favorite trees on this self-led family trail, around the gardens at Emmetts. Booking Not Needed. Children are welcome. Dogs on leads welcome.

Thursday 30 August, show at 2pm; Friday 31 August, show at 11.15am or 2pm (Lunchtime activities from 12.45-1.45pm)   Half-day Family Holiday Activities for children and young people with special and additional needs and disabilities, their siblings and parents/carers.

TWELFTH NIGHT The world’s first cycling theatre company, The HandleBards, pedal from venue to venue with all the set, props and costume necessary to perform environmentally sustainable Shakespeare across the globe.

Immersion Theatre invite you to soar away to Neverland as they proudly bring their trademark energy to their most magical musical to date, PETER PAN.

Head2Head Theatre is a charity dedicated to the special needs’ community. We present our whole family holiday activities throughout South London and South East England. Please contact us to be placed on our mailing list.

We offer one small group session for children with Autism and their families. Relax in a safe and secure environment while your children explore our sensory tent and have fun with games and craft activities. Please bring a picnic as this is a great opportunity for families to network and support each other.

“All the world’s a stage, and all the men and women merely players…” Welcome to the Forest of Arden, a world of clowns, lovers, runaways and rebels.

Enjoy a warm summers evening as an exclusive VIP guest, with our beautiful mansion house as the backdrop to your theatre performance. ** If you require a table of 2 please book 1 64 ticket, for a table of 4 please book 1 128 ticket**. We have VIP experiences available for four of our productions.

The Lord Chamberlain’s Men, the UK’s premier all male theatre company, invite you to join them this summer for Shakespeare’s spellbinding masterpiece, The Tempest.

Set off on a dusk walk in Knole Park to find our resident bats with an expert ecologist. Learn all about these fascinating creatures and use detectors to find them in the beautiful parkland. Bat detectors will be provided, but please bring your own torch.

Cheeki Monkeys BIG Baby & Children’s Market is coming to a venue near you! Mums & Dads - do you need to declutter or are you looking for gently used baby & childrens items, clothing and more? STALL HOLDERS.....

Maidstone Horticultural Society are holding their Late Summer Show, so come and enjoy the Autumn colours of the vegetables, fruit, dahlias and other plants on show. Exhibits of cookery, photography and craft will be on display as well as beautiful floral art arrangements.

Over 30 vintage buses in 2017! Complimentary vintage bus rides between New Romney and Dungeness

The Porsche Classic Trophy will be among the many highlights when Festival of Porsche returns to Brands Hatch on Sunday 2 September 2018. Entries are now being taken for the race, which is open to all models built between 1953 and 1973.

One of Kents outstanding gardens and the favourite of many visitors. 14 acres around C18 house (not open) and with views over cricket ground and parkland. Something special yr-round from snowdrops and spring bulbs to the famous walled garden with old fashioned roses and kitchen garden.

The effervescent Anthony Nield will help you understand the techniques behind watercolours. Complete your own masterpiece and pick up tips under the watchful eye of the expert. Join Tony for an informal lunch in the tearoom to discuss your day.

We are delighted to be returning to Deal with our Food & Drink Festival following a successful launch in 2017. We will be located within the grounds of beautiful Deal Castle - with history dating back to Tudor times, this is the ideal setting to eat, drink and relax in British Summer Time.

Classic 1960s musical starring Julie Andrews and Christopher Plummer. Former nun Maria (Andrews) becomes the governess for a family of seven children who live in the shadow of their domineering and repressed widower father Captain Von Trapp (Plummer).

Visit this cosmopolitan fair in the Garden of England. Discover goods from across the UK, continent and further afield. Everything from gardenalia, vintage homewares and toys, to clothing, accessories, jewellery and general antiques. Up to 300 exhibitors in two halls, marquees and outside pitches.

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This popular festival returns to its roots in 2018. Join us in the beer tent to sample up to 60 varieties of beer and cider. See the last Coal fired Oast House in Britain and have a go at picking our hops by hand. Enjoy the ‘festini’ atmosphere with a variety of live and local music!

The Southern Model Show in association with the Maidstone Model Flying Club will feature a stunning array of model aircraft, helicopters, ships, tank and other vehicles.

OOH MATRON, join us for an evening of inuendos, laughter and sauce as we show our take on the films that entertained you, a parody of over 30 different films with a lot of sauce

Tonbridge Farmers Market is held on the 2nd Sunday of the month in Sovereign Way TN9 1RG between the hours of 9.30am -1.30pm. There are normally more than 70 stalls Find us on FACEBOOK - Tonbridge Farmers Market Twitter - TonbridgefmMrkt www.tonbridgefarmersmarket.co.uk Contact Steve Wood 07876 685853 9.

7 acre garden, partly terraced, S-facing, with wide range of ornamental trees and shrubs, walled garden, Italian garden, Diamond Jubilee garden, camellia dell, herbaceous borders (incl flame bed, red borders and rainbow border), bluebell walks in April, woodland and ponds.

Runners up in Kent Life Garden of the Year. Tranquil 2 acre garden with a surprise around every corner, a series of garden rooms and a mixture of styles.

11 acres of garden dating back to C14. The garden is divided into a series of rooms by over a mile of yew hedge. Profusion of spring bulbs, formal rose garden and famous peony border. Woodland trail and arboretum. Yr-round interest. Toy museum.

BUY top quality second hand baby and children’s clothes, toys, books and equipment at our award winning pop up market. WHEN? Saturday 15th September, 2 - 4pm WHERE?

Dave Cousins with Tony Hooper were the co-founders of the Strawberry Hill Boys, playing together first as the short-lived Gin Bottle Four. The Strawbs emerged from these bluegrass roots in late 1967/early 1968.

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Boot Fair from 8am (cars £7 / vans £10) Entertainment from 12noon incluing the Pennyroyal Clog Dancers Tombola, Hot & Cold Refreshments, Classic Cars, lots of stalls. Admission by donation - Ample free parking. All proceeds to The Lord Whisky Sanctuary Fund (registered charity 283483)

Artisan Crafts Vintage & Gift Fair

Artisan Crafts Vintage & Gift Fair

10 acre garden, landscaped with wide views; trees and cloud clipped yew hedges; woodland garden with azaleas and rhododendrons; Edwardian rock garden recently renovated (not wheelchair accessible); formal garden with mixed borders. New gothic folly.

Sunday 16 September 2018 2pm-4pm The Weald Sports Centre, Angley Road, Cranbrook TN17 2PN BUY top quality pre-loved baby & kids goods at our award winning pop-up market. *25 stalls with lots of bargains!

Aylesford Farmers Market is held on the 3rd Sunday of the month at Aylesford Priory between the hours of 9.30am -1.30pm. There are normally more than 45+ stalls Find us on FACEBOOK - Aylesford Farmers Market Twitter - @AylesfordFmMrkt www.aylesfordfarmersmarket.co.

16 September 2018 Celebrate over 500 varieties of Pears at Brogdale this Autumn, take a tractor trailer ride around the orchards and meet the experts who will tell you all you need to know!

Following hot on the heels of The Gruffalo’s sell out tour and his monstrous West End success comes The Gruffalo’s Child - with attitude! Just how brave is she? Find out for yourselves by joining her on tour this autumn. The Gruffalo said that no gruffalo should Ever set foot in the deep dark wood. .

Join us on a dusk walk through the gardens to hear and see these nocturnal creatures. Bat detector supplied! Followed by tea and cake. Dress for the weather and for walking over uneven ground. Advance booking required.

3½ acres of ornamental and formal gardens designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens in 1911 surrounding Grade I listed house. Designated historic park and garden. White, yellow, spring, woodland, gardens, vegetable garden, herbaceous borders and exotic garden, Designed to provide yr-round changing colour.

14 acre garden and moated medieval manor c1320, open for NGS since 1927. Herbaceous borders, lawns, C18 cascade, pools, courtyard and cutting gardens provide formal interest, while the informal north lake, pleasure gardens, fernery, stumpery and orchard all contribute to the sense of charm and tranquillity.

Join the Edenbridge and District Astronomers for an evening looking at the night sky. Fingers crossed for a clear night so you can look through powerful telescopes to seek out the Moon, Saturn and Jupiter.

Southbeats Festival 2018. Artists performing: Andy C, Bugzy Malone, Wilkinson, NOT3S , Route 94, Danny Howard, TQD, Delta Heavy, SASASAS.: Tickets avaiable.

Cheeki Monkeys BIG Baby & Children’s Market is coming to a venue near you! Mums & Dads - do you need to declutter or are you looking for gently used baby & childrens items, clothing and more? STALL HOLDERS.....

Guided tours of Hall Place. Advanced booking required.

Royal Tunbridge Wells Food and Drink Festival will be held in Calverley Grounds and is the culmination of Royal Tunbridge Wells Food Month. Royal Tunbridge Wells Food Month is run by Royal Tunbridge Wells Together and Tunbridge Wells Borough Council.

This Mumbai-set, rags-to-possible riches tale, co-directed by Danny Boyle and Loveleen Tandan, was the winner of eight Oscars at the 2009 Academy Awards, including Best Film and Best Director. Jamal Malik (Dev Patel) is an 18-year-old street kid from the slums of Mumbai.

The Little Welly Goes Wild experience is all about getting kids outdoors to run, jump, climb and of course get muddy! Our events give children and their families new and exciting challenges and some quality time together outdoors.

To be held in and around the gardens of Loose village.