September 2018
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September Evening Openings – Ightham Mote
Ightham Mote - every Thursday evening in September for exclusive tours of the house and garden… -
Museum Lates: Quiz Night
Join us for five fiendish rounds of quirky questions, including a round of mystery museum objects… -
Free lecture by Patience Agbabi
Patience Agbabi FRSL was Poet-in-Residence at the Historic Dockyard in Chatham in 2010. This lecture will… -
The Leeds Castle 10K Run
Join Leeds Castle for their first ever 10k run. The route will take you across the… -
The Leeds Castle Family Fun Run
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Ramsgate Tunnels Vintage & Collectors Fair
Come along to our Vintage & Collectors Fair held in our iconic Victorian Railway Tunnel, open… -
Kent Comedy Festival
A whole week of laughter! with world known comedians. Kent Comedy Festival is a new and… -
Exhibition: ‘Time Capsule’ by Esther Johnson
August 7th – October 14th Local artist Esther Johnson holds her first ever exhibition from August… -
Secrets from the Earth
An exhibition of drawings and glass pieces with the central theme of the natural world, held… -
Kentish Lady and Allington Castle Excursion
Enjoy the scenic River Medway on-board the Kentish Lady and combine this with a guided tour… -
Glorious Glass
Celebrating 20 years of the Contemporary Glass Society (CGS) as the principle advocate of artists and… -
Re-Imagining the Doll’s House
A beautiful exhibition of historic doll's houses from the museum's own collections, alongside works by local… -
Exhibition: ‘VC: For Valour – Sapper VCs of the First World War’
2018 marks the centenary of the Armistice which brought the First World War to an end.… -
Tours throughout the year
Self-guided Tour & Tasting: FREE Enjoy 3 free samples of our award-winning wines and ciders after… -
Walter Tull: His Life and Legacy
Folkestone Museum is delighted to present an exhibition celebrating the life and legacy of Walter Tull.…
October 2018
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SURVIVAL2
More mud… More obstacles… More kilometres… More challenging than ever… SURVIVAL is back with a vengeance!… -
Kent Comedy Festival
A whole week of laughter! with world known comedians. Kent Comedy Festival is a new and… -
SURVIVAL JUNIOR
On 6 October SURVIVAL2 will be laying down the gauntlet at Betteshanger. And this year it’s… -
Dalleth at Biddenden Vineyards
On October 6th we will play host to a special collaboration with Dalleth, offering a dining experience… -
Apple & Cider Fayre featuring Basil Brush!
Celebrating the Apple Harvest, the Apple and Cider Fayre showcases our amazing range of home grown… -
Psychic Audience evening at Kent Life
Join the renowned Kent Psychic Marcus Cinganelli for an evening of clairvoyance and entertainment. Marcus's shows… -
Oktoberfest
The world famous Oktoberfest comes to Kent for a huge weekend of traditional Bavarian entertainment, food… -
Kids Film Club at The Huguenot Museum
Join us for another Kids Film Club screening in association with Rochester Film Society. Young Mary… -
National Apple Festival
National Apple Festival – 13 & 14 October Discover a fascinating display of apple varieties, find… -
Exhibition: ‘Time Capsule’ by Esther Johnson
August 7th – October 14th Local artist Esther Johnson holds her first ever exhibition from August… -
Auctioneers Valuation Day
BBC and local antiques expert Catherine Southon will be available with her team from 10 -… -
Secrets from the Earth
An exhibition of drawings and glass pieces with the central theme of the natural world, held… -
Herbal Workshop at The Huguenot Museum
Sip an indulgent, spicy, coconut hot chocolate and explore the world of herbs with Lucy Vertue… -
Coco (Open Air Cinema)
Join us as we follow young Miguel on his extraordinary journey into the colourful Land of… -
It (Open Air Cinema)
Are you brave enough to watch the big screen adaptation of the most terrifying novel of… -
Kent Life After Dark
Come along and join us after dark to explore the spooky sights that Kent Life has… -
The Big Draw!
Have you ever used weaving to tell a story? Join artist Lydia Brockless and take a… -
Autumn Adventures
Calling all young explorers! This Autumn, come and celebrate the change of season in Walmer's beautiful… -
Halloween High Jinx!
Come dressed as witches or wizards for spellbinding adventures! Enjoy a train ride from Tenterden to… -
Wicked Witch of the Wild Wood Storytelling
Sessions at 1pm, 2.15pm & 3.30pm, includes hot chocolate for children and marshmallow toasting over an… -
The Big Draw!
Be inspired by the botanical designs covering our museum. Explore botanical designs and even real flowers… -
The Fright Night Express
Take the Fright Night Express through our Halloween adventures at the Kent and East Sussex Railway.… -
Kent-aminated
The Zombie Apocalypse is upon us, the once beautiful sites of Kent Life have been 'Kent-aminated'.… -
Not-So-Spooky Storytelling
Sessions at 1.30pm, 2.15pm & 3pm (limited places available - first come, first served) Ideal for… -
The Hunting of the Snark Outdoor Theatre at Bedgebury
Take an unforgettable journey through Bedgebury National Pinetum. Join The Butcher, The Banker, The Broker, The… -
Researching your French Ancestors
Huguenot refugees came from different parts of France. Some travelled directly to Britain, others came via… -
Halloween Half Term at the Farm!
Treat the kids to a spook-tastic feast of fun for the half term holidays! Dress up… -
Kent Life Halloween Spooktacular!
Where history and family fun sit side by side! Meet animals in the farmyard, stroll through… -
Halloween at Belmont
Enjoy a spooktacular family outing to Belmont this Halloween. Children can reveal their inner artist with… -
Spooky Half Term at Penshurst Place
Trail 10.30am – 6pm Children’s Crafts 11am – 4pm Unravel ridiculous riddles and rambunctious rhymes during… -
Surgery Through the Centuries
Sessions at 12noon, 1pm, 2pm & 3pm (limited places available - first come, first served). Ideal… -
October Half Term Activities @ Royal Engineers Museum – Why Do We Remember?
Throughout this half term holiday get creative and contribute to our poppy 'Wall of Remembrance' as… -
Halloween Half Term Fun at Hever Castle
Prepare to be spooked this Halloween at Hever Castle & Gardens. Listen to ghostly tales in… -
Spook Quest
This October half term, grab your best Halloween costume and head on down to The Canterbury… -
Autumn Colour at Hever Castle
As the air turns crisp and a rich display of autumn colour envelops the countryside, pack… -
The Halloween Monster Quest at Leeds Castle
This October Half Term help Monster Hunter Valerie Van Helsing on a quest through the Castle… -
Haunted Castle
Feeling brave enough to take on Kent’s most haunted castle? Prepare to be scared this autumn… -
Murder Mystery
Join us for an evening of gothic mystery, intrigue and murder. The year is 1852 and… -
Kentish Lady and Allington Castle Excursion
Enjoy the scenic River Medway on-board the Kentish Lady and combine this with a guided tour… -
Halloween Ghost Tours
Join us for a special Halloween evening ghost tour through Deal Castle. You will hear the… -
Coming Here, Being Here
A selection of objects chosen by the Nepalese Women’s Group revealing their experiences of coming to… -
Glorious Glass
Celebrating 20 years of the Contemporary Glass Society (CGS) as the principle advocate of artists and… -
Re-Imagining the Doll’s House
A beautiful exhibition of historic doll's houses from the museum's own collections, alongside works by local… -
Untold Stories: A Celebration of Black People in Kent
Showcasing in No.1 Smithery – Untold Stories seeks to tell the story of African and Caribbean people… -
Exhibition: ‘VC: For Valour – Sapper VCs of the First World War’
2018 marks the centenary of the Armistice which brought the First World War to an end.… -
Tours throughout the year
Self-guided Tour & Tasting: FREE Enjoy 3 free samples of our award-winning wines and ciders after… -
Walter Tull: His Life and Legacy
Folkestone Museum is delighted to present an exhibition celebrating the life and legacy of Walter Tull.…
November 2018
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Museum and French Hospital Tour
Visit the Museum and take a behind the scenes tour of the French Hospital, the Huguenot… -
Bonfire & Fireworks
The Bonfire & Fireworks Event returns to Quex Park for another year. And this year the… -
Fawlty Towers Themed Evening at Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve
A health inspector, a rat on the loose and a gnome... You’re invited to join us… -
Coming Here, Being Here
A selection of objects chosen by the Nepalese Women’s Group revealing their experiences of coming to… -
Kent Life Fireworks Spectacular!
Be amazed by our fire performers as we countdown to the lighting of our Bonfire followed… -
Leeds Castle Fireworks Spectacular
Two nights of Leeds Castle's spectacular fireworks displays set to the theme of ‘Dancing’. With moving… -
Guided walk of Rochester’s High Street
Marking The Great War centenary, Geoff Rambler, who has led over 1000 miles of walks, will… -
Glorious Glass
Celebrating 20 years of the Contemporary Glass Society (CGS) as the principle advocate of artists and… -
Re-Imagining the Doll’s House
A beautiful exhibition of historic doll's houses from the museum's own collections, alongside works by local… -
Tree Walk
A guided walk around Mote Park with the Chairman of the Mote Park Fellowship to look… -
Felt making
Join Debbie Siniska and transform your own colour blend of Merino fleece fibres into a unique… -
Christmas on the Home Front: WWII Experience
Step back into yesteryear and re-live the festive season in the 1940’. Take in the sights,… -
Wartime Blackout Tours
Join us as we turn the lights off between 4pm and 5.30pm to recreate life for… -
Untold Stories: A Celebration of Black People in Kent
Showcasing in No.1 Smithery – Untold Stories seeks to tell the story of African and Caribbean people… -
100,000 Poppies – A Community Tribute of Respect and Remembrance
Following the overwhelming response to the 5,000 Poppies project which ultimately saw over 20,000 knitted, crocheted… -
Exhibition: ‘VC: For Valour – Sapper VCs of the First World War’
2018 marks the centenary of the Armistice which brought the First World War to an end.… -
Christmas Gift Shop at Penshurst Place
2nd Nov – Christmas Eve, 10.30am – 4.30pm Open until 7pm every Wednesday from 14th Nov… -
Christmas at Hever Castle (select dates)
This year, Christmas at Hever Castle is all about Traditional Christmas Tales. During the day you… -
Christmas at Bedgebury
For the very first time, a one mile sparkling path winds its way through Bedgebury National… -
Tours throughout the year
Self-guided Tour & Tasting: FREE Enjoy 3 free samples of our award-winning wines and ciders after… -
Walter Tull: His Life and Legacy
Folkestone Museum is delighted to present an exhibition celebrating the life and legacy of Walter Tull.…
December 2018
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Christmas at Brogdale
Christmas at Brogdale - 2 December 2018 Shop, eat and be merry at Brogdale this Christmas.… -
Untold Stories: A Celebration of Black People in Kent
Showcasing in No.1 Smithery – Untold Stories seeks to tell the story of African and Caribbean people… -
Farm Nativity at Kent Life
Come and experience the living Nativity with our very own farmyard friends. Working together with Maidstone… -
Wartime Christmas Weekend
Join us on 8 and 9 December and discover how Christmas was celebrated during the Second… -
100,000 Poppies – A Community Tribute of Respect and Remembrance
Following the overwhelming response to the 5,000 Poppies project which ultimately saw over 20,000 knitted, crocheted… -
Exhibition: ‘VC: For Valour – Sapper VCs of the First World War’
2018 marks the centenary of the Armistice which brought the First World War to an end.… -
History of Mote Park Walk
A guided walk around Mote Park with the Chairman of the Mote Park Fellowship to look… -
Father Christmas Grotto at The Hop Farm
Father Christmas is back at The Hop Farm during selected dates, this December! Treat the kids… -
Meet Santa at Kent Life!
Come along and meet Santa and his elves, visit the grotto, create a gingerbread masterpiece and… -
Christmas Gift Shop at Penshurst Place
2nd Nov – Christmas Eve, 10.30am – 4.30pm Open until 7pm every Wednesday from 14th Nov… -
Christmas at Hever Castle (select dates)
This year, Christmas at Hever Castle is all about Traditional Christmas Tales. During the day you… -
Santa Specials
Come and meet Santa this Christmas at the Kent and East Sussex Railway! On board our… -
Christmas at Bedgebury
For the very first time, a one mile sparkling path winds its way through Bedgebury National… -
Tours throughout the year
Self-guided Tour & Tasting: FREE Enjoy 3 free samples of our award-winning wines and ciders after… -
New Year’s Eve Ball at Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve
Welcome to the roaring 20s! Celebrate the 2018 festive season in style at Port Lympne Hotel… -
Winter Walks at Hever Castle
Wrap up warm and blow away the cobwebs with winter walks in the stunning Hever Castle… -
Walter Tull: His Life and Legacy
Folkestone Museum is delighted to present an exhibition celebrating the life and legacy of Walter Tull.…