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EDITORIAL Hello readers, The summer is over and I thought little would be happening on the events side during the cold autumn and winter months, but I have to say I am impressed. Firework displays are on all over Kent, (see page 11) lots of Christmas fairs & markets so don’t miss any for those early bargains, you will find these on page 15. To cover Christmas and the New year in one, next month we are doing a double edition covering December and January so please get your events in early for both months. After enquiries from readers asking me why their establishment isn’t listed, I would like to explain; all events, family days out, leisure centres, cinemas, etc, are all listed for free. We source our information from research (a lot of hard work!), 3rd parties, emails and phone calls from people wishing to add their event. So if yours isn’t listed please do not take offence, just email or phone us and we will list it for you in the next edition. Happy Bonfire Night! Thanks, The Editors, Natalia Corbella & Kevin Norris
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WHAT’S ON IN KENT ~ NOVEMBER November is just as much fun as the rest of the year in Kent. Tons for adults and kids, Bonfire displays, Christmas markets & fairs and lots more. To help you decide where you want to go, we have listed the events in date order. Please keep those events coming in and we will list them in this section for free.
Sunday 1st November Herne Bay Fireworks spectacular 31st October & 1st November Art, Woodland, Poverty and Trafficking The exhibition is part of ‘The Canterbury Festival’ and by artists concerned about alleviating poverty and child trafficking in the poorest country in Europe – Moldova. Working in conjunction with the charity ‘Support Thought Art 2005’. The exhibition will include ‘The Big Draw’ with a variety of workshops and demonstrations. Selling Village Hall, Selling, Nr Faversham, Kent ME13 9RQ Sat 10.30 – 4pm, Sun 11am – 4.30pm Sun Nov 1st 2009 Gunpowder cycle ride "Remember, remember the fifth of November, The gunpowder treason and plot" . It is said that 36 barrels of gunpowder made at Faversham were used by Guy Fawkes and the other.. more... Railway Hotel Car Park, Faversham ME13 8PE Tues 03 Nov 2007 Whitstable fireworks display Thurs. 05 November 2009 : 2pm Seasonal Walk and Tea at Broadview, Hadlow College: Seasonal Walk & Tea Thursday 5 November. A conducted tour led by head gardener Alex rennie around selected areas of Broadview Gardens, followed by afternoon tea of finger sandwiches, scones with jam and cream, pastries. The first of four such walks, one for each season. 2pm, assemble Broadview Hadlow College, near Tonbridge, Kent TN11 0AL 01732 853211, 0500 551434 www.hadlow.ac.uk Fri. 6 November 2009: 7.45pm Supper & A Slice of Fun: The Priory Players present an evening of music and comedy to enjoy with a ploughmans supper. Matfield Village Hall Maidstone Road Matfield Kent TN12 7JX Fri, 6th November: 8pm The Bubble Club presents Chris Difford: Double Ivor Novello award winning Chris has been writing lyrics for decades, most notably for Squeeze producing some of the best known songs of the 70's and 80's. Come see this incredible talent and have a truly brilliant night out. Horsebridge Arts & Community Centre, 11 Horsebridge Road, Whitstable, Kent CT5 1AF 01227 281174 www.horsebridge-centre.org.uk
PLEASE NOTE ADMISSION FEES MAY APPLY. PLEASE CONTACT VENUES DIRECT FOR FURTHER INFORMATION Fri, 6th November: 8pm The Bubble Club presents Chris Difford: Double Ivor Novello award winning Chris has been writing lyrics for decades, most notably for Squeeze producing some of the best known songs of the 70's and 80's. Come see this incredible talent and have a truly brilliant night out. Horsebridge Arts & Community Centre, 11 Horsebridge Road, Whitstable, Kent CT5 1AF 01227 281174 www.horsebridge-centre.org.uk Sat, 7th November—Sun 8 November Leeds Castle Firework Spectacular Witness “the greatest firework show on earth” at this year’s fantastic pyrotechnic spectacular set to music from the West End. Come for the evining performance or arrive early to catch the entertainment taking place throughout the afternoon with all the usual attractions of of the castles gardens and grounds Leeds Castle, Maidstone Kent ME17 1PL Tickets, adults £16 children (4-15) £10, under 4 free, group rates (15 or more) Adults £14, children £9 Sat 7th Nov Dawes Community Association Firework Display at Mount Ephraim Gardens Hernhill nr Faversham Saturday November 7th. For enquiries call 07513750145 or see website www.dawsca.co.ukM ount Ephraim Gardens , Hernhill, nr Faversham, ME13 9TX Saturday 7th November Tyler Hill The biggest bonfire and fireworks in Kent, Fireworks, funfair, food, Tyler hill recreational ground . Summer lane Gates open 6pm, for more details, please visit website www.tylerhillbonfire.co.uk Saturday 7th November 5.30pm Fireworks Display and Bonfire Church Meadow Tickets £10 per family, available on the night or in advance from Bridge school office and village
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WHAT’S ON IN KENT ~ NOVEMBER Sat. 7th Novenber: 10am-4pm Choral workshop with Brian Kay: Brian Kay, ex King's Singer and radio presenter will be working with Sittingbourne Orpheus Choral Society and guests on some well loved Choral pieces. Music available to hire or buy. Light refreshments at cost, bring your own lunch. A fun day's singing for those with some musical knowledge! Borden Parish Hall School Lane Borden Near Sittingbourne Kent ME9 8JS 01634 361897 Sat. 7th November : 4pm to 8pm Kent life Last Admission Bonfire and Fireworks Spectacular: We will be lighting the skies over Maidstone and counting down the seconds to the lighting of our grand roaring bonfire and spectacular musical firework display. Join us in this momentous celebration where we will entertain you all evening with amazing fire performers, a spooky tunnel of doom, music all evening and glow stick galore. Hot and cold food and refreshments will be available all evening. Kent Life Lock Lane Sandling Maidstone Kent ME14 3AU 01622 763936 www.kentlife.org.uk Sat. 7th November 2009: 6pm Wrotham Fireworks Display: Bonfire & Fireworks Display, Food stalls, sideshows entertainment. Free Parking. Childrens Lantern. Advance tickets cheaper Wrotham Cricket Ground High Street Wrotham TN15 7AH 01732 885129 www.wrothampc.kentparishes.gov.uk Sat, 7th November: 7.30pm Charity Concert: The Snowdown Colliery Male Voice Choir will be giving an evening charity concert to raise funds for Sue Ryder Care. Coffee, tea and mince pies inc. in ticket price.Sue Ryder Care runs hospices and care centres for people with life shortening conditions eg MS, Motor Neurone disease, Parkinson's. St Mary's Strand Street Sandwich KentCT13 01233732684 Saturday 7th November Gravesend Firework and bonfire show. Mon. 9th November to Sunday 15th : 10am - 5.pm Wood Carving exhibition at the Apple Craft Centre: Quality hand crafted, relief Wood Carvings by D.Colin Bowen, "Gold Medal" winner at the British National Wood Worker Show. The items on show are of a variety of subjects from animals to people. APPLE CRAFT CENTRE, MACKNADE, SELLING ROAD, FAVERSHAM, KENT ME13 8XF Contact: 01795 590504 www.Lordswood-creations.co.uk
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Wed. 11th - 15th November: 7..45pm except Sunday at 3pm FRANKENSTEIN by David Campton: Set in 1817 a wealthy young scientist endeavours to unravel a secret life and to find success in an increasingly agnostic world by the creation of man itself. Instead he makes a frightening monster. His arrogance thwarted, he is forced to reject and disown his creation which, in a horrifying climax, returns to exact a terrifying revenge. Salomons Broomhill Road Southborough Tunbridge Wells Kent TN3 0TG 01892 534341 www.thepantilesplayers.co.uk Friday 13th November: 7.30pm Stan webb's Chicken Shack: Mystic records have re-issued the “Broken Glass” CD featuring Stan Webb, Robbie Blunt and Miller Anderson. The new re-issue CD will be available on the night alongside the current digitally recorded “Still Live After All these Years” CD. The Freddie King influenced Stan Webb remains a master guitarist, of over 40 years professional standing. Westcoast/Seaside Shuffle, 3-5 King Street, Margate, Kent CT9 1DD 0208 761 9078 www.feenstra.co.uk
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WHAT’S ON IN KENT ~ NOVEMBER ADMISSION FEES MAY APPLY - PLEASE CONTACT VENUES LISTED BELOW FOR DETAILS Saturday 14th November : 2.30 onwards Sat. 14th November 2009:7.30pm for 8pm start Mersham Sports Club 60th Anniversary.: On Chris Wood in concert: The renaissance man of Saturday 14th November 09, Mersham Sports English folk’. Virtuoso fiddler and guitarist and Club will be celebrating 60 years. Lots of BBC Folk Singer of the Year, Chris performs old Memorbillia will be on show throughout the and new songs and tunes in the timeless English afternoon. Members past & present will be able tradition. Licensed bar. Advance tickets available to come & remenice about the club. There will in person from The Sandwich Bookshop, King be a evening of music & buffet. Please bbok Street, Sandwich, 01304 620404. St Mary's Church, tickets. Mersham Sports Club Flood Street Strand Street, Sandwich CT13 9HN box office The Mersham Nr Ashford Kent. 01233 Sandwich Bookshop 641154 mershamsportsclub.com 01304 620404 www.B-A-S-H.org.uk Sat. 14 November -24 December 2009 Sat Nov 14, 2009 to Sun Nov 15, 2009 The Christmas Market and Ice Rink Christmas Craft Fayre The major festive experience will include a Hosted within the Dickens World attraction, there traditional Christmas market featuring indoor will be a range of stalls to visit including fudge & and outdoor trade areas, funfair, undercover ice confectionery; textiles; jewellery; handmade rink and all The Hop Farm attractions. greetings cards & 3D framed.. more... Sat. 14th November: 6.30pm Dickens World, Leviathan Way, Chatham Wisdom for Wildlife: Teams of up to six compete Maritime Kent ME4 4LL in Kent Wildlife Trust's annual general Sat Nov 14, 2009 knowledge quiz at Lenham Community Centre Dickens World Christmas Launch for the coveted 'Wise Owls' trophy. TV Santa will arrive from the skies to take up his journalist, Iain McBride, comperes the fun residence at Dickens World. This free, annual evening. Buffet, prize raffle etc. Lenham event takes place in the plaza outside Dickens Community Centre, Groom Way, Lenham, World. Bring the whole family & enjoy.. more... Maidstone ME17 2QT 01622 Dickens World, Leviathan Way, Chatham 656457 www.kentwildlifetrust.org.uk Maritime Kent ME4 4LL Sat. 14th November 2009: 7pm Glitz and Glamour Dinner Dance: It is Tenterden Cancer Research Charity Shop's 21st birthday and they are celebrating in style at London Beach Golf Hotel, Tenterden. Black tie and smart dress. Buy your tickets at Cancer Research - 17 High Street, Tenterden, Kent, TN30 6BN or 01580 763348. All money donated to Cancer Research. London Beach Golf Hotel Ashford Road St.Michaels Tenterden Kent TN30 6HX Sat. 14th November: 7pm Ladies' Evening: Come to a Ladies' Evening of pampering and Christmas shopping opportunities! Treatments available including reflexology, massage, facials and manicures; stands from Phoenix Cards, The Pampered Chef and other gift ideas. Refreshments cakes and raffle. Funds raised to Langdon Primary School Donation on door Venue: Langdon Village Hall East Langdon Nr Whitfield, Dover Kent, CT15 5JF 01304 852350
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WHAT’S ON IN KENT ~ NOVEMBER PLEASE NOTE ADMISSION FEES MAY APPLY. PLEASE CONTACT VENUES DIRECT FOR FURTHER INFORMATION Sun Nov 15, 2009 Santa will arrive at the garden centre at 11.30am in a traditional horse and carriage. It’s free for everyone, so why not pop along and browse for decorations,.. more... Notcutts Garden Centre, Newnham Court Shopping Village, Maidstone Kent ME14 5LH Sun Nov 15, 2009 Santa will arrive at the garden centre at 11.30am in a traditional horse and carriage. It’s free for everyone, so why not pop along and browse for decorations,.. more... Notcutts Garden Centre, Tonbridge Rd, Pembury, Tunbridge Wells Kent TN2 4QN Sun Nov 15, 2009 The Friends (PTA) of Langley Park School for Boys announce their ever popular 23rd Annual Christmas Craft Fair. Last year we had over 60 stalls, and we expect a similar number.. more... Langley Park School for Boys, South Eden Park Road, Beckenham Kent BR3 3BP Wed, 17th November : 7.30pm Concert by The Sandiwch & District Choral Society: Dixit Dominus by Alessandro Scarlatti & Nelson Mass by Joseph Haydn St Marys Church Strand Street Sandwich Kent CT13 9DZ 01304 620406 www.sandwichchoral.org.uk Wed. 18th November Falstaff hotel. A Monthly Traditional Afternoon Tea Event ‘An Afternoon Tea with’ Roger Allen, Cocktail Guitar Wednesday 18th November 2.30pm – 5.30pm £11 per person. All event must be booked in advance by calling Giselle on 01227 462138 or email hoteladmin.falstaff@foliohotels.com Wed. 18th November: 7.30 pm Wild Spain - Off the Beaten Track: Group AGM followed by an illustrated talk by Ian Rowlands, covering the Extremadura, Pyrenees and Coto Doñana Price: RSPB members St Philip's Church, Salisbury Road, Tonbridge TN10 4PA 01732 366660 www.rspb.org.uk/groups/tonbridge Fri. 20th November 2009: 7.30pm Charity Dinner Dance in aid of The Cystic Fibrosis Trust: Disco, Raffle and 3 course carvery dinnerto raise funds for the Cystic Fibrosis Trust. Dress code/theme Fancy Frocks and Savvy suits. Dover Harbour Board Hall. Port Zone White cliffs Business Park Whitfield, Dover. CT16 2HQ 01304 842853
Fri Nov 20, 2009 to Sun Jan 3, 2010 Bluewater Winter Wonderland Bluewater, Europe’s leading retail and leisure destination, will celebrate the launch of the festive season opening its Winter Wonderland on 20th November with a light switch on event and fabulous fireworks display. Located outside The West Village, the Winter Wonderland offers fantastic family entertainment with a Santa’s grotto, Ice Rink, Fun Fair and Traditional Christmas Market! OPENING HOURS Mon to Sat: 10am-10pm, Sun: 10am-5pm, 21st – 23rd Dec: 10am-11pm, Christmas Eve: 10am-6pm, Christmas Day: Closed, Boxing Day: 10am-6pm, New Years Eve: 10am-6pm, New Years Day: 10am-6pm Winter Wonderland, The West Village, Bluewater, Greenhithe Kent DA9 9S Sat. 21st November: 2.00 p.m. Arthritis Care Christmas Fayre: All the usual stalls including gifts, cakes, books, preserves, toys etc. Tombola, Raffle Refreshments available, W.I. Hall, Faversham Road, Kennington Ashford TN24 9AN 01233 645431 Saturday 21st November: 7.00 pm Canterbury Cathedral choristers: The Cathedral Choristers singing under their Director David Flood. No Interval so soft drinks available on entry. Tickets on Door. Raising Funds for St Mar's Willesborough St. Mary's Church Church Road Willesborough Ashford 01233 620588 Saturday 21st November: 7.30 pm Gravesham Choral Society & Orchestra's Autumn Concert: To mark the anniversaries of two bestloved composers, Gravesham Choral Society, Orchestra and seven first-rate soloists are performing Handel's "Dixit Dominus" and Purcell's Ode on St. Cecilia's Day (1692) "Hail! Bright Cecilia" The Conductor is Alan Vincent St. George's Church Church Street Gravesend Kent DA11 0DJ Contact: 01474 816684 www.graveshamcs.co.uk Sat Nov 21, 2009 to Sun Nov 22, 2009 Leeds Castle Festive Fair Enjoy a stress free Christmas shopping trip in the tranquil grounds of Leeds Castle. More than 100 stalls overflowing with traditional and innovative gift ideas, stocking fillers and festive food in a heated and carpeted marquee on the Cedar Lawn. Free “carry to car” service. Leeds Castle, Maidstone Kent ME17 1PL Sun Nov 22, 2009 Christmas Market, lots of stalls selling gifts, crafts, jewellery, accessories, toys, books, games, Christmas decorations, food and cards. Hot food and drinks, mulled wine and.. more... Woodchurch Scout & Guide Community Centre, Lower Road, Woodchurch, Ashford TN26 3SQ
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WHAT’S ON IN KENT ~ NOVEMBER Sat 28th & 29th November : 10am to 6pm Last Admission 5pm Cobtree Christmas Festival Join us at the start of the festive season meet Santa on his tractor and have a ride in his magical trailer sleigh (small additional charge). Listen to our Christmas carolers and explore the beauty of our period-decorated houses. Join our wreath making Sunday 22 November 2009: 3.00-7.00pm workshops (small additional charge) throughout Christmas Market: 1st Woodchurch Scout Group the two day festival and write Santa and his elves annual Christmas Market, with lots of stalls of a special letter. Keep checking for more gifts, decorations, cards, jewllery, books, toys, information. Kent Life Lock Lane Sandling games etc. Hot food, drinks and mulled wine. Maidstone Kent Santas' Grotto. Raffle. Woodchurch Scout & Guide ME14 3AU Contact: 01622 Community Centre, Lower Road, Woodchurch, 763936 www.kentlife.org.uk TN26 3SQ Contact: 01233 758147 Sat. 28th –29th November 10am to 4pm Mon Nov 23, 2009 to Wed Dec 23, 2009 Cobtree Christmas special, meet santa on his Westwood Cross Christmas Market magical tractor sleigh Picturesque market stalls in traditional wooden Sun. 29th November: 10:00 AM cabins will be offering a regularly changing Tunbridge Wells Santa Jog: Walk, Jog or Run 5K selection of special gifts and craftwork. dressed as santa on Sunday 29th November for Westwood Cross Shopping and Leisure Centre, the British Heart Foundation. at Caverley Park at Broadstairs Kent CT10 2BF 10 AM. Caverley Park, Tunbridge Wells TN1 2SL Sat Nov 28, 2009 Contact: 0808 100 2109 www.bhf.org.uk/ Christmas Fayre tunbridgewellssantajog Fair inside St Mary’s Church Willesborough. Stalls Thurs/Friday evenings includeCrafts.Gifts.Cakes.Produce.Raffle.Tombola. Racqueteers is a large friendly badminton club for White Elephant. Books.Nearly New. Hot & Cold all abilities - adult and juniors sections. Get fit, refreshments including.. more... have fun - try for free! St Mary’s Church, Church Road, Willesborough, racqueteers@rocketmail.com Ashford Kent TN24 0JG TN24 0JG 01227 709377 Sat 28th November 2009: 10 am to 2pm Wed/Thurs evenings in Canterbury Christmas Fayre: Stalls include Crafts.Gifts.Cakes & Produce.Plants. Raffle.Tombola.White Elephant.Books. Nearly New. Bacon Rolls. Home Made Soup Free Entry & Parking Price: Free Entry Download next months edition Venue: St Mary's Church Church Road Willesborough Ashford Contact: 01233 620588 before it hits the shelves
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BONFIRE NIGHT SPECIAL WHY DO WE CELEBRATE BONFIRE NIGHT? 1. The 5th of November is a night we all know as “Bonfire Night” but did you know it is also called “Guy Fawkes Night”?
GUY FAWKES
2. On November the 5th 1605, after years of planning, Guy Fawkes and a group of men wanted to blow up the Houses of Parliament in London, where King James I was going to parliament for a ceremony, but before they could carry out the explosion they were caught red handed with the explosives 3. Their plan came to be known as “The Gunpowder plot” Their reasons for wanting to kill were mainly down to religion and power
4. Guy Fawkes was captured and imprisoned in the tower of London. He and most of the gang were executed
5. After that, Londoners lit bonfires in the streets to celebrate the fact that their king was safe and alive
6. These bonfires became a tradition, and started to spread across the country. To this day we still celebrate what we now know as Bonfire Night, 400 years later
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WHERE TO GO THIS BONFIRE NIGHT Saturday 7th November Gravesend Firework and bonfire show Sat. 7th November 6pm Wrotham Fireworks Display: Bonfire & Fireworks Display, Food stalls, sideshows entertainment. Free Parking. Childrens Lantern. Advance tickets cheaper Wrotham Cricket Ground High Street Wrotham TN15 7AH 01732 885129 www.wrothampc.kent parishes.gov.uk
Sat, 7th - Sun 8 November Leeds Castle Firework Spectacular Witness “the greatest firework show on earth” at this year’s fantastic pyrotechnic spectacular set to music from the West End. Come for the evining performance or arrive early to catch the entertainment taking place throughout the afternoon with all the usual attractions of of the castles gardens and grounds Leeds Castle, Maidstone Kent ME17 1PL Tickets, adults £16 children (415) £10, under 4 free, group rates (15 or more) Adults £14, children £9
Sunday 1st November Herne Bay Fireworks spectacular Saturday 7th November 5.30pm Fireworks Display and Bonfire Church Meadow Tickets £10 per family, available on the night or in advance from Bridge school office and village shops
Saturday 7th November Tyler Hill The biggest bonfire and fireworks in Kent, Fireworks, funfair, food, Tyler hill recreational ground . Summer lane Gates open 6pm, for more details, please visit website www.tylerhillbonfire.co.uk
Tues 03 Nov 2007 Whitstable fireworks display
Sat 7th Nov Dawes Community Association Display at Mount Ephraim Gardens Hernhill nr Faversham Saturday November 7th. For enquiries call 07513750145 or see website www.dawsca.co.ukM ount Ephraim Gardens , Hernhill, nr Faversham, ME13 9TX
Sat. 7th Nov. 4pm to 8pm Kent life. Last Admission Bonfire and Fireworks Spectacular: We will be lighting the skies over Maidstone and counting down the seconds to the lighting of our grand roaring bonfire and spectacular musical firework display. Join us in this momentous celebration where we will entertain you all evening with amazing fire performers, a spooky tunnel of doom, music all evening and glow stick galore. Hot and cold food and refreshments will be available all evening. Kent Life Lock Lane Sandling Maidstone Kent ME14 3AU 01622 763936 www.kentlife.org.uk
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FAMILY DAYS OUT INDOORS PLANET LAZER A great fun day out for all. www.laserarena.co.uk/ 41 St. George's Place, Canterbury 787377 CANTERBURY TALES Step into medieval Canterbury with Geoffrey Chaucer and his colourful characters on their magical pilgrimage from London to the shrine of St Thomas Becket in Canterbury Cathedral, St. Margaret's Street, Canterbury (01227) 479227 KIDS KINGDOM Indoor play park. Fun for children all ages. Ashford road, Chartham, (01227) 732323 HERNE BAY HIPPODROME Children Indoor Play Area with snack bar and lots of refreshments. Open daily from 10am Kings Road, Herne Bay, Kent (01227) 366299 LASER RUSH Great fun for all ages. Good for parties and all other social events. 45a Joseph Wilson Industrial Estate, Millstrood Road, Whitstable (01227) 272700 SNAPPY’S ADVENTURE PLAYCENTRE Adventure Play, children's parties, family restaurant 45b Joseph Wilson Industrial Estate, Millstrood Road, Whitstable (01227) 282100 AMF BOWLING WHITSTABLE - Bowl Tower Parade CT52BJ / (0844) 8263037 ASHFORD,43/79 Station Road Kent TN231PP / (0844) 8263010 MAIDSTONE59/71 King Street Kent ME141DF / (0844) 8263023 IMAGINE Indoor play park. soft play area for babies, sports zone, restaurant Millbank Rd, Kingsnorth, Ashford, Kent TN233JD / (01233) 650789 KIDS SAFARI DOVER Unit 1 Whitfiesd court, White Cliffs Business Park, Dover CT16 EH
INDOORS & OUTDOORS WHITEFRIARS SHOPPING CENTRE A great shopping experience in the heart of Canterbury FARMING WORLD FAVERSHAM Animals, kids play area, Nash Court Boughton Faversham ME139HY / (01227) 751144 LEEDS CASTLE Acres of beautiful grounds, varied events all year. Maidstone, ME171PL / (01622) 765400 HOP FARM Family fun day out, wax museum, indoor play area. The Hop Farm Family Park Paddock Wood, Tonbridge Kent TN126PY/ (01622) 872068 KENT LIFE Family fun, animals, open houses. Lock Lane, Sandling, Maidstone, ME143AU/(01622) 763936 RARE BREEDS CENTRE Lots of family fun, see and feed the animals, play areas, Woodchurch, Ashford, TN263RJ DIGGERLAND Great indoor & outdoor fun. Roman Way, Medway Valley Leisure Park, Strood, ME22NU
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FAMILY DAYS OUT We have listed a complete rundown of Indoor and Outdoor entertainment which suits all ages. We love to hear from our readers, if you visit one of these places, we would like to hear from you and will include your letter in one of our future editions.
OUTDOORS CANTERBURY RIVER NAVIGATION COMPANY Relaxing trips along the River. Wonderful scenery & chauffeured by experienced boatmen. Westgate Grove, Canterbury (07816 )760869 BLEAN WOODS The largest woods in Kent. Enjoy the bleans varied wild life, learn some history, Canterbury CANTERBURY TOURIST GUIDES Official Canterbury Green Badge tourist guides, providing walking tours of the city in English and several European languages. 12-13 Sun Street, Canterbury, Kent (01227) 459779 DANE JOHN GARDENS Recently judged one of the best parks in the country, Dane John Gardens has been awarded both the Green Flag Award and the Green Heritage Site Award. Canterbury 01227) 862000 DRUIDSTONE PARK Enchanted woodland. Farmyard. Play areas. Honey Hill, Blean, Canterbury (01227) 765168 GHOST TOUR Meet on St Margaret's for a tour. A mix of history, humour and haunting Canterbury HOWLETTS WILD ANIMAL PARK A 90 acre wild adventure in beautiful parkland, the world's largest family group of gorillas in captivity. Bekesbourne Road, Bekesbourne, Canterbury(0844) 8424647 WESTGATE GARDENS A beautifully landscaped garden by the River Stour adjacent to Westgate Towers.. Westgate Grove, Canterbury (01227) 862000 WILDWOOD Woodland Discovery Park is an ideal day out for all the family. Experience British wildlife. Wildwood's mission is to educate all about our active and once native wildlife, Herne Common Herne Bay (0871) 7820081 WINGHAM WILDLIFE PARK Meet various animals including our American Alligator, cafe, kids play area, experience the hands on talks about reptiles. Rusham Road, Wingham, Canterbury (01227) 720836 PORT LYMPNE WILDLIFE PARK A 350 wild animal park set in natural wild countryside, safari ride, historic mansion, Lympe FOLKESTONE SKI CENTRE Radnor Park Avenue, Folkestone, Kent, CT195HX / (01303) 850222 CANTERBURY HISTORIC RIVER TOURS Kings Bridge, St Peter's Street, Canterbury (07790) 534744
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MARKETS & CAR BOOTS MARKETS
We have tried to cover as many markets and car boot sales as we can find, if you would like to see yours listed or if there are any no longer running , please contact us.
CAR BOOT SALES ADDINGTON CAR BOOT SALE - 150 STALLS Meadow Crest Farm, London Rd - Saturdays ASHFORD CAR BOOT SALE Orbital Park - Sundays CRAYFORD CAR BOOT SALE Perry Street roundabout, Sidcup - Saturdays GREENWAYS CAR BOOT SALE London Rd, West Malling - Sundays HEWITTS FARM CAR BOOT SALE Court Rd, Orpington - Sundays ORPINGTON CAR BOOT SALE - 200 STALLS Tripes Farm, Chelsfield Lane, Orpington Sundays SANDWICH CAR BOOT SALE - 180 STALLS Barville Farm, Sandwich Thursdays & Sundays IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO LIST YOUR EVENT IN NEXT MONTHS EDITION PLEASE CONTACT US Email: thebigw@121direct.co.uk Tel. no: (07982) 869692
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ASHFORD CATTLE MARKET Orbital Park Ashford - 200 stalls - Saturdays BOROUGH GREEN British rail car park - 200 stalls - Sundays CANTERBURY City Centre - 60-120 stalls Wednesdays & Fridays CANTERBURY BOHEMIA ARTS & CRAFTS Guildhall Street & Palace St. every 4th Sat & Sun of the month DARTFORD Priory shopping centre, Instone Rd 251 stalls-Thurs. DEAL High St. - 98 stalls - Saturdays DOVER The Euro market - 70 stalls Mon, Wed, Fri. GILLINGHAM Town Centre - 53 stalls Mondays to Saturdays GRAVESEND High St. Queen St. 100 Mon-Sat indoor - 150 Sat outdoor HERNE BAY William Street - 140 stalls - Saturdays MAIDSTONE Lockmeadow market, Barker Rd. 150stalls,Tues & Sat NEXT TO MORRISONS WINCHEAP Next to Morrison's - Sunday RAINHAM Town Centre - 65 stalls - Thursdays RAMSGATE Staffordshire St. car park & town centre Saturdays STROOD High St. - 100stalls - Tues & Sat: general, Sun: bric brac SWANLEY Town Centre High St. - 100stalls Wednesdays TUNBRIDGE WELLS Royal Victoria Shop Centre - 40 stalls Wed to Sat WHITSTABLE Gorral Tank - 110 stalls - Thursdays
CHRISTMAS MARKETS & FAIRS Check out this amazing line up of Christmas markets and fairs in Kent
Sat. 14 November -24 December 2009 The Hop Farm, Kent The Christmas Market and Ice Rink The major festive experience will include a traditional Christmas market featuring indoor and outdoor trade areas, funfair, undercover ice rink and all The Hop Farm attractions Fri Nov 20, 2009 to Sun Jan 3, 2010 Bluewater Winter Wonderland Bluewater, Europe’s leading retail and leisure destination, will celebrate the launch of the festive season opening its Winter Wonderland on 20th November with a light switch on event and fabulous fireworks display. Located outside The West Village, the Winter Wonderland offers fantastic family entertainment with a Santa’s grotto, Ice Rink, Fun Fair and Traditional Christmas Market! OPENING HOURS Mon to Sat: 10am -10pm, Sun: 10am-5pm, 21st – 23rd Dec: 10am-11pm, Christmas Eve: 10am-6pm, Christmas Day: Closed, Boxing Day: 10am-6pm, New Years Eve: 10am-6pm, New Years Day: 10am-6pm Winter Wonderland, The West Village, Bluewater, Greenhithe Kent DA9 9S
Sun Nov 22, 2009 Christmas Market, lots of stalls selling gifts, crafts, jewellery, accessories, toys, books, games, Christmas decorations, food and cards. Hot food and drinks, mulled wine and.. more... Woodchurch Scout & Guide Community Centre, Lower Road, Woodchurch,
Sat Nov 14, 2009 to Sun Nov 15, 2009 Christmas Craft Fayre Hosted within the Dickens World attraction, there will be a range of stalls to visit including fudge & confectionery; textiles; jewellery; handmade greetings cards & 3D framed.. more... Dickens World, Leviathan Way, Chatham
Sat Nov 21, 2009 to Sun Nov 22, 2009 Leeds Castle Festive Fair Enjoy a stress free Christmas shopping trip in the tranquil grounds of Leeds Castle. More than 100 stalls overflowing with traditional and innovative gift ideas, stocking fillers and festive food in a heated and carpeted marquee on the Cedar Lawn. Free “carry to car” service. Leeds Castle, Maidstone
Mon Nov 23, 2009 to Wed Dec 23, 2009 Westwood Cross Christmas Market Picturesque market stalls in traditional wooden cabins will be offering a regularly changing selection of special gifts and craftwork. Westwood Cross Shopping and Leisure Centre, Broadstairs Kent
Sat. 21st November 2p.m. Arthritis Care Christmas Fayre: All the usual stalls including gifts, cakes, books, preserves, toys etc. Tombola, Raffle Refreshments available, W.I. Hall, Faversham Road, Kennington Ashford TN24 9AN 01233 645431
Sunday 22 November 2009: 3.00-7.00pm Christmas Market: 1st Woodchurch Scout Group annual Christmas Market, with lots of stalls of gifts, decorations, cards, jewllery, books, toys, games etc. Hot food, drinks and mulled wine. Santas' Grotto. Raffle. Woodchurch Scout & Guide Community Centre, Lower Road, Woodchurch, TN26 3SQ
Sat Nov 28, 2009 Christmas Fayre Fair inside St Mary’s Church Willesborough. Stalls include Crafts.Gifts.Cakes.Produce. Raffle.Tombola. White Elephant. Books.Nearly New. Hot & Cold refreshments including.. more... St Mary’s Church, Church Road, Willesborough, Ashford Kent TN24
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MOTHER & TODDLER GROUPS COFFEE MORNINGS This section is for all those mums, expectant mums, and dads with babies and toddlers who would like to get together with other parents and children. We have tried to cover as many groups and coffee mornings as we can get our hands on. These events are great for meeting new mums & dads, especially if you have just moved to the area. They are full of useful information and more. Please note some fees may apply, please contact the group for information.
ASH PARENT & TODDLER GROUP Ash Village Hall, Queens Road, Ash, Canterbury, CT32BG / (01304) 813249 Mon 10-12pm AYLESHAM PARENT & TODDLER GROUP Neighbourhood Centre, Ackholt Road, Aylesham, Canterbury, Kent, CT33AJ / (01304) 840134 www.aylesham-np.org.uk/ Wed & Thurs 9.30 to 11..30am TERM TIME ONLY BIG TUMS & LITTLE ONES Riverside Children's Centre, Kingsmead Road, Canterbury, CT27PH / (01227) 475550 www.riverside.childrencentre.org/ Thurs, 1-2.30pm UNDER 12 MONTHS. TERM TIME ONLY BUMBLE BEES St. Mary Bredin Church, 59 Nunnery Fields, Canterbury, KENT, CT13JN / (01227) 453777 www.smb.org.uk/events Mon 10-11.30pm TERM TIME ONLY CHARTHAM PARENT & TODDLER GROUP Chartham CP School, Shalmsford Street, Chartham, Canterbury, KENT, CT47QN / (01227) 731957 www.charthamprimary.org.uk/ Mon 10-12:30am TERM TIME ONLY COFFEE & CAOS Thanington Neighbourhood Resource Centre, Thanington Road, Canterbury, CT13XB / (01227) 767720 www.thaningtonnrc.co.uk/ Every Friday 10am-12pm TERM TIME ONLY FAMILY FUNTIME Riverside Centre, Kingsmead Rd,Canterbury CT27PH / (01227) 475550.www.riverside.childrencentre.org/ FAMILY MATTERS Littlebourne Chapel, Nargate Street, Canterbury, CT31UH / (01227) 765215 Mon- 10am -Playtime Tues 10 am. Toddlers Club Wed-1.30 pm -Little Sonbeams Toddlers Thurs-10 am -Music Box. TERM TIME ONLY FIRST STEPS Aylesham Neighbourhood Project, Veranda Block, Acholt Road, Aylesham, CT33AJ / (01304) 840134 www.aylesham-np.org.uk Every Monday morning from 10am-11.30
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MOTHER & TODDLER GROUPS COFFEE MORNINGS KENT CLOTH NAPPY COFFEE MORNINGS (for parents who use cloth nappies) Riverside Children's Centre, Kingsmead Road, Canterbury, CT27PH (01227) 475550 www.canterburkcnn.com First Monday of each month, except bank holidays 10.30am 12pm LITTLE HANDS CC DADDY COOL Little Hands Children's Centre, Hollowmede, Canterbury , Kent , CT13SD / (01227) 457087 www.riverside.childrencentre.org/ Tuesdays 10am - 11.30am LITTLE HANDS CC FRIDAY FUN Little Hands Children's Centre, Hollowmede, Canterbury, Kent, CT13SD / (01227) 457087 1.30-3pm every Friday. Suitable for children from 2 years TERM TIME ONLY LITTLE HANDS CC PARENT & TODDLER GROUP Children's Centre, Hollowmede, Canterbury CT13SD (01227) 457087 Mon.9-10.30am during term time. LITTLE HANDS CC SING & SIGN Children's Centre,Hollowmede,Canterbury,CT13SD (01227) 457087 easyurl.net/Little Hands Mondays 2 to 2:45pm Pre-booking required Adults with children 6+ months LITTLE HANDS CC UNDER ONE’S GROUPS Little Hands CC, Hollowmede, Canterbury,CT13SD (01227) 457087 Thurs 1:30 to 3pm LITTLE SEEDS PARENT & TODDLER GROUP TERM TIME ONLY Canterbury Baptist Church, St George's Place. Canterbury,(01227) 456204 Tues 9.30-11.30 LUNCH CLUB Veranda block Acholt Rd, Aylesham, CT33AJ (01304) 840134 Tues 9.30-11.30am TERM TIME ONLY MONKTON MOTHER & TODDLER GROUP Monkton Recreation,Monkton Road, Minster, Ramsgate, (07836) 244705 Wed 9.30-11.30pm NOAHS ARK PARENT & TODDLER GROUP St Thomas's R.C. Church Hall, Burgate, Canterbury, Kent, CT12HJ / (01843) 850907 Thu 10am -12 Parent and toddler session Thu 1pm-2:15pm all join in music movement stories games NORTHGATE EARLY YEARS PARENT 9.30 to 11.30 Thanington Neighbou. Resource centre, Thanington road, Canterbury,(01227) 767720 Wed NORTHGATE WARD COMMUNITY CENTRE Military Rd, Canterbury CT11YX /(01227) 785293 www.infonorthgate.org/ PARENT & TODDLER GROUP Rough Common, Canterbury Kent, CT2 Fridays 1.15pm to 2.45pm QUERNS FAMILY GROUP Querns place, Canterbury CT11PY Mon & Tues 10 to 12pm (01227) 475550 SEEDLINGS PARENTS & TODDLERS GROUP Barton Church Hall, 32 Barton Road, Canterbury, CT1 1YQ (01227) 470086 Thursday 10am to 12pm THANK GOODNESS IT’S FRIDAY Howe Barracks Comm. Centre Canterbury, (01227) 475550 Friday 9.30am to 11.30pm THURSDAY GROUP Northgate Ward Comm. Centre, Military Rd, Canterbury, (01227) 475550 Thurs 10 - 12.30pm TOTS & TEA Thanington Neighbourhood centre, Ashford Rd,Canterbury WINGHAM MOTHER & TODDLER GROUP Wingham Village Hall, School lane, Wingham, Canterbury,CT11BD / (01304) 813672
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SCHOOLS & PLAYGROUPS Please see Canterbury & villages choice of playgroups, primary schools and secondary schools. You can email us with school events you would like to see listed. For further details regarding location, ofsted reports, etc you may contact the schools direct, thank you
PLAYGROUPS / PRE-SCHOOL City view pre-school Beauherne (01227) 784694 Elham pre-school (01303) 840128 Highfield day nursery, Harbledown (01227) 464230 Little Friends day nursery,Canterbury(01227) 451310 Littlebourne ladybirds (01227) 722955 New House nursery, New house lane (01227) 765413 Petham pre-school playgroup (01227) 700021 Pilgrims Way Nursery, Canterbury, Kent CT1 1XU See saw pre-school, Wingham (01227) 722741 Sturry pre-school (01227) 719577 Tankerton Bay Nursery School, 01227 272026 The Firs Nursery, Chartham (01227) 731876 The Hersden’s under 5’s (01227) 713120 The squirrels pre-school (01227) 766537 Westbere playgroup (01227) 752378 Woodpeckers nursery, Bridge (01227) 831159 Wincheap pre-school (01227) 471233
PRIMARY SCHOOLS Adisham CofE Primary School (01304) 840246 Aylesham Primary School (01304) 840392 Barham CofE Primary School (01227) 831312 Blean Primary School (01227) 471254 Bridge & Patrixbourne CofE Primary (01227) 830276 Cartwright & Kelsey CofE Primary (01304) 812539 Chartham Primary School (01227) 738225 Chislet CofE Primary School (01227) 860295 Goodnestone CofE Primary School (01304) 840329 Hersden Community Primary School (01227) 710414 Hoath Primary School (01227) 860249 Kingsmead Primary School (01227) 462360 Littlebourne CofE Primary School (01227) 721671 Parkside Community Primary (01227) 464956 Petham Primary School (01227) 700260 Pilgrims Way Primary School (01227) 760084 Preston Primary School (01227) 722235 Stelling Minnis CofE Primary School (01227) 709218 St. Peter’s Methodist Primary (01227) 464392 St. Thomas Catholic Primary School (01227) 462539 Sturry CofE Primary School (01227) 710477 Wickhambreaux CofE Primary (01227( 721300 Wincheap Primary School (01227) 464134 Wingham Primary School (01227) 720277
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SECONDARY SCHOOLS St. Anselm’s Catholic School (01227) 862200 Chaucer Technology School (01227) 763636 Simon Langton Girl Grammar School (01227) 463711 Stafford House College (01227) 66540 Barton Court Grammar School (01227) 464600 Simon Langton Grammar for boys (01227) 463567 The Kings School, Canterbury (01227) 595501 Canterbury High School (01227) 463971 The Archbishop’s School (01227) 765805 St. Edmunds School (01227) 475600 Kent College, Canterbury (01227) 763231 Kent College International Centre ( 01227) 763231 Spires Academy (01227) 710392 Canterbury Steiner School Ltd ( 01227) 738285 Herne Bay High School (01227) 361221 The Community College Whitstable 01227 272362
11 High Street Canterbury CT1 2JE www.costa.co.uk
MUSEUMS, CINEMAS & THEATRES Kent offers a variety of theatres, cinemas & wonderful museums There is a mixture of items on display in the museums for both adults and children to enjoy
MUSEUMS
CINEMAS
WESTGATE TOWER MUSEUM Westgate, Canterbury, Kent (01227) 789576 Around for six centuries. This is Canterbury’s gateway to the centre of the city CANTERBURY ROMAN MUSEUM 11a Butchery Lane, Canterbury (01227) 785575 Remains of a Roman house, mosaics, underground, real roman objects and remains. MUSEUM OF CANTERBURY Stour Street, Canterbury, Kent (01227) 475202 The museum has pre-Roman times to the present on view to the public RUPERT BEAR MUSEUM Stour Street, Canterbury, Kent (01227) 452747 Come to see Rupert and friends, lots of things to do and see, a great day out HERNE BAY MUSEUM AND GALLERY 8 William Street, Herne Bay, (01227) 475214 The museum explains the history of Herne bay, its piers fate and a varied art gallery WHITSTABLE MUSEUM & ART GALLERY 5 Oxford Street, Whitstable, (01227) 475214 Come to see Whitstable's coastal community in this great museum.
Carlton - Westgate on Sea (01843) 832019 Cineworld - Ashford (0871) 2208000 Kavanagh - Herne Bay (01227) 362228 New Century Sittingbourne (01795) 426018 Odeon - Canterbury (0871) 2244007 Odeon - Beckenham (0871) 2244007 Odeon Chatham (0871) 2244007 The Empire - Bromley (0871) 2244007 Odeon - Maidstone (0871) 2244007 Odeon Tunbridge Wells (0871) 2244007 The Vue Westwood Cross (08712) 240240 Showcase Bluewater (0871) 7161844 Palace Cinema Broadstairs (01843) 865726 Silver screens Dover and Folkestone The Empire Sandwich (01304) 620480 The Kino Hawkhurst (01580) 754 321 Playhouse Sevenoaks (01732) 450175 Royal Faversham (01795) 535551
THEATRES Bromley Little Theatre (03208) 3092003 Churchill Theatre, Bromley (02084) 606677 Gulbenkian Canterbury (01227) 769075 Marlowe Theatre, Canterbury (01227) 787787 Central Theatre, Chatham (01634) 338300 Kings Theatre Chatham (01634) 829468 Miskin Theatre Dartford (01322) 629469 The Orchard, Dartford (01322) 220000 Woodville, Halls Gravesend (01474) 337459 Hazlitt Theatre Maidstone (01622) 758611 Winter Gardens Margate (01843) 292795 Sevenoaks Playhouse (01732) 450175 Assembly Tunbridge Wells (01892) 530613 Trinity Tunbridge Wells (01892) 678678 Granville Ramsgate (01843) 591750
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LEISURE CENTRES Take a look at the leisure centres Canterbury and the surrounding areas have to offer. These centres are not just great for keeping fit but also for a fun day out with the kids. If we have missed any off the list, please let us know and we will feature it in next months edition.
KINGSMEAD LEISURE CENTRE Kingsmead Road, Canterbury, Kent (01227) 769818 Offering a great range of activities, with 3 pools, including a beach pool.
WHITSTABLE SPORTS CENTRE Bellevue Road, Whitstable, Kent (01227) 274394 The Whitstable Sports Centre is open evening and weekends with sporting facilities & kids parties
HERONS SWIMMING POOL William Street, Herne Bay, Kent (01227) 742102 Providing a varied swimming programme including sessions for serious, general swimmers & children. With a beach pool, fun equipment and a spiral flume. Great for the children.
WHITSTABLE SWIMMING POOL Tower Parade, Whitstable, Kent (01227) 772442 Providing a varied swimming programme which includes sessions for all swimmers and children.
THE PIER SPORTS CENTRE Central Parade, Herne Bay, Kent (01227) 366921 On Herne Bay seafront. Great gym, dance and sports facilities.
KENT COUNTY CRICKET CLUB The St Lawrence Ground, Old Dover Road, Canterbury, (01227) 456886 Home to Kent County Cricket Club for over 160 years, set in 12 acres.
WILDLIFE SAILING 8 Western Esplanade, Herne Bay, Kent (01227) 366712 Sea watch cruises, wind turbine / maunsell fort cruises, bird watch cruises, day charges, short sails.
TRANSITION KITEBOARDING Whitstable Windsurfing, Beach Walk, Whitstable, (02083) 782138 Professional kite sports and kite surfing tuition for beginner to advanced.
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Our real French baguettes and pastries are baked here throughout the day and are filled with the highest quality fresh, home cooked ingredients
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The Thanington Hotel 140 Wincheap, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 3RY Telephone: 01227 453227 Fax: 01227 453225 Thanington@lineone.net ~ www.thanington-hotel.co.uk
Cafe Cultura 43 Burgate, Canterbury, Kent,CT1 2HW, Tel: 01227 764946 info@cafecultura.co.uk
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City Centre Styling www.loafhair.com 3 Palace St. Canterbury CT32DZ 01227 762332
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IRONING SERVICES CANTERBURY ENGLAND www.salonchocolate.co.uk
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All waxing treatments £5 each (excluding leg which is reduced to £10) Book either a luxury manicure or pedicure and receive a Mini Manicure Free 50% off all Body Massages Woodland House, Bourne Park, Bridge, CT4 5BJ Tel. 01227 830880
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MUSIC SHOPS MUSIC UNISON WOODWIND & BRASS SPECIALISTS. 54 Wincheap Canterbury CT1 3RS 01227 764580 enquiries@unisonmusic.co.uk www.unisonmusic.co.uk
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