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What’s On Your family diary for May, June and July Ongoing Until 17 Jun

Powerful Tides: 400 years of Chatham and the Sea, The Historic Dockyard, Chatham, ME4 4TE This exhibition brings works together for the first time that celebrate not only the Dockyard but also reconnects it back to the sea, exploring the emotions that both Chatham and the sea have had on artists from the 17th century to the present day. For more information visit www.thedockyard.co.uk

Until 30 Sep

Thanet’s Open-Top Bus, Various Locations Enjoy a family day out on an open-top bus, stopping at the local attractions. The bus will run from Stone Bay to Ramsgate. For more information and to view the full timetable visit www. stagecoachbus.com

Dockyard after the doors have shut! For more information visit www. thedockyard.co.uk

Museums at Night, Various Locations A UK-wide festival which seeks to encourage visitors into museums, galleries and heritage sites by throwing their doors open after hours and putting on special evening events. For more information and to find an event near you visit www. museumsatnight.org.uk

Fri 18 May

Family Roller Disco, Swallows Leisure Centre, Sittingbourne, ME10 4NT (Also 15 Jun) 8.30-10pm. Go along to Swallows Leisure Centre and have some family fun at the Roller Disco. Ages 8+. Charges apply. For more information call 01795 420 420 or visit www.swaleleisure.com

Sat 19 May

Until 27 Oct

Royal Wedding/FA Cup Final Street Party, Dreamland, Margate, CT9 1XJ

1.15-1.45pm. Delve into the store for a peek at the delicate and lavish costumes once worn by Ellen Terry and her actor friends. For more information visit www.nationaltrust. org.uk/smallhythe-place

10am-8pm. Join in the celebrations in front of the giant screen. The ‘no food on park’ rule is being waived for the day so take your picnic with you. Anyone called Harry or Meghan gets free entry and an unlimited ride wristband (valid ID required). For more information and to book, visit www.dreamland.co.uk

Costume Tours, Smallhythe Place, Tenterden, TN30 7NG

Until 25 Nov

400th Anniversary, The Historic Dockyard, Chatham, ME4 4TE This year marks the 400th anniversary since the Royal Dockyard was established. Go and along and celebrate. There are a number of programmes and activities organised throughout the year. For more information visit www. thedockyard.co.uk

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Wed 16 May

Spring Migration Walk, RSPB Dungeness, Lydd, TN29 9PN 10.30am-12.30pm. Go and see which birds visit Dungeness in the spring time to feed and breed there. Your walk will be led by a friendly guide with expert knowledge on the wildlife around the reserve. Booking essential. Charges apply. For more information visit www.rspb.org

Charlotte FM Cosmetics Family Fun Day, Aylesford Community Centre, ME20 7AU 10am-4pm. There will be something for everyone. Over twenty stalls selling gifts, jewellery, angel cards and healing, kids stalls, rides outside and more. For more information call 07852 913 663.

Great Tower at Night, Dover Castle, CT16 1HU Seize this rare opportunity to explore the unique atmosphere of this richly furnished former court of Henry II, as it opens into the evening and after dark. Roaming performers will share stories that bring the castle’s history and setting to life. For more information visit www.englishheritage.org.uk

Wed 16 – Sat 19 May

Museums at Night, The Historic Dockyard, Chatham, ME4 4TE Join in on one of the Museum at Night sessions and have a fun filled evening with the team exploring the

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Crafts, Vintage & Gift Fair, Alexander Centre, Faversham, ME13 8NY 9.30am–3pm. Go along and browse stalls exhibiting handicrafts, gift ideas and vintage wares. Free entry. For more information and to book visit www.thealexandercentre.com

Sat 19 – Sun 20 May

For all Things 1940s, Kent & East Sussex Railway, Tenterden, TN30 6HE Go along for a not-to-be-missed weekend of pure nostalgia! There will be live music, dancing, vehicles, fashion and so much more. For more information visit www.kesr.org.uk

Sun 20 May

Thronefest, Quex Park and Powell-Cotton Museum, Birchington, CT7 0BH 10am-5pm. Go along and enjoy a great day out in this medieval Game of Thrones Event. There will be jousting and re-enactments and more. For more information and to book visit www.quexpark.co.uk

World Bee Day, The Gardens, Yalding, ME18 6EX 10.30am-4pm. Meet the beekeepers in the Apiary and browse items made with bee products. There will be fun activities for the kids and refreshments available to purchase throughout the day. In association with Yalding and District Beekeepers. For more information visit www. yaldingbeekeepers.co.uk

Open Day, Monkton Nature Reserve, Nr Ramsgate, CT12 4LH 11am-3pm. Go and enjoy our annual Open Day with free entrance onto the Reserve. There will be acoustic music, stalls, tombola, birds of prey, astronomy, pond dipping, Children’s Fairy Trail and more. For more information visit www.monktonreserve.org

It’s a Knockout, Government Acre, Ramsgate, CT11 0HE 11.30am-3.30pm. Join in for a day to remember in an impressive games arena packed full of colourful, inflatable obstacles to contend with. A fun-tastic way to support Pilgrims

Hospice. For more information and to register visit www. pilgrimshospices.org

National Garden Scheme Day, Godinton House and Gardens, Ashford, TN23 3BP (Also 22 Jun) 1-6pm. The house and tea room will be open. Admission fees will be donated to the NGS. For more information visit www. godintonhouse.co.uk

Sailing Club Open Day, Haysden Country Park, Tonbridge, TN11 9BB 2-5pm. Enjoy free sail boat rides (weather permitting) and onshore activities. The Club is RYA affiliated and offers junior and adult training courses, is family friendly and offers excellent value for money. For more information visit www. tonbridgesailing.org

An Afternoon with Jaqueline Wilson, Margate Winter Gardens, CT9 1HX Waterstones presents the awardwinning and bestselling author who will be discussing her career and latest book Rose Rivers. There will be no book signing after the talk but there will be plenty of opportunity for children to ask questions. Charges apply. For more information visit www.margatewintergardens. co.uk

Sun 20 May – Sun 8 Jul

Junior Park Run, Betteshanger Country Park, Deal, CT14 0BF (Sunday only) 9-10am. A free 2k run for 4-14 year olds. Register before your first run. For more information visit www.betteshanger-park.co.uk

Tues 22 May

The Greatest Showman Sing a –Long, Gulbenkian, Canterbury CT2 7NB Go along and sing your heart out to the bold and original musical that celebrates the birth of show business. For more information and to book visit www.thegulbenkian.co.uk

Fri 25 May

Bat Walk, Bore Place, Chiddingstone, TN8 7AR 7-9pm. See the bats and their amazing aerial acrobatics and other night time animals.You’ll be guided on a night walk using bat detectors to listen out for bats as they leave their roosts and fly out to catch insects.You may even spot some deer or hares. Charges apply. For more information and to book visit www. boreplace.org

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I’m typing this thinking warm thoughts of May but looking out the window all I’m seeing is puddles and a grey sky. Roll on the sunshine. It seems to have been a long cold winter and I think everyone is clamouring for the beginning of summer.

Rant over! So welcome to our May Half Term issue which covers from just before half term through to just before the beginning of the big summer break. With the weather Publishing Editor: Peter Watson changing May Half Term is the perfect time to start venturing Sales: Gill Pearce, Andrew Langridge, outside more and exploring. Have a look through the listings Joe Moore & Lola Olowofela for lots of ideas on what to do and where to go. Many Listings: Hayley Hughes & of the suggestions are free so do look carefully through Miriam Theobald them and mark them up. If you do attend anything please Editorial: Anna Stringer & Katie Knight mention that you read about them in Primary Times! Production: Alison Watson Office Manager: Chris Blower Administrators: Claire Wood & Tina Love Proof Reader: Catherine Draisey Social Media: Rachel Benson

Are you holding a summer fair at school or any events that we could help you publicise in our free listings? If so, send the details in plenty of time to listings@primarytimes. biz and we will do our very best to include them in the next magazine. We’ve got lots of competitions for you all to enter. Please do remember to include your personal details on to your entries as we can’t let you win if we don’t know how to contact you. No details are ever forwarded on, other than the winners.

inside this issue.... What’s On Guide.......................2 News.........................................4 Family Theatre..........................6 Here Comes the Sun...................10 Education News....................... 14 Competitions............................17 Katie Clown Activities............. 19 All Your Own Work!.................23

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DVD Preview Guide Disney Pixar’s Coco

Coco is about a 12 year old boy with big dreams. Miguel is an aspiring singer and self-taught guitarist who dreams of following in the footsteps of his idol, Ernesto de la Cruz, the most famous musician in the history of Mexico. However, Miguel’s family forbids music.When Miguel unearths a secret from his family’s past—a connection to Ernesto de la Cruz, he rushes to share the news with his family, thinking it will clear the way for him to be a musician.To his surprise, it only makes matters worse. As events unfold on Mexico’s ‘Day of the Dead’, Miguel is forced to team up with a scrappy, streetwise skeleton named Héctor and they set out to ﬁnd Ernesto de la Cruz, who they believe holds the key to Miguel’s bafﬂing and decidedly unmusical family history. Disney Pixar’s Coco is available on Blu-ray™, DVD and On-Demand from 21 May.

Early Man

Early Man is the new prehistoric comedy adventure from director Nick Park and Aardman, the creators of Wallace and Gromit and Shaun the Sheep. Shot in Aardman’s own distinctive style, the ﬁlm will take audiences on an extraordinary journey into an exciting new world unleashing an unforgettable tribe of unique and funny new characters. Set at the dawn of time, when prehistoric creatures roamed the Earth, Early Man tells the story of courageous caveman hero Dug, voiced by Eddie Redmayne, and his best friend Hognob as they unite his tribe against a mighty enemy, Lord Nooth and his Bronze Age City, to save their home. Early Man is released on DVD, Blu-ray and 4K Ultra HD on 28 May.

Ferdinand – The Giant Bull with a Big Heart

Inspired by the beloved book by Munro Leaf and Robert Lawson, Ferdinand is a heartwarming animated comedy adventure from Blue Sky Studios that tells the story of a giant bull with a big heart. Ferdinand is a Spanish Fighting Bull who prefers smelling the flowers rather than chasing red cloths held by matadors in arenas.After being mistaken for a dangerous beast, Ferdinand is captured and torn from his home.When disaster comes to him, he is taken to a fighting stadium and Ferdinand needs to decide who he really is in order to earn his freedom. Determined to return to his family, he rallies a misfit team on the ultimate adventure. Set in Spain, Ferdinand proves you can’t judge a bull by its cover. Ferdinand is available now on Blu-ray, DVD and Digital. 4

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Both Herne Infant and Junior Schools will be part of Herne & Broomfield Open Gardens Day on Sunday June 10 from 10am to 5pm. Whilst they don’t include stately homes or vast acres, Herne & Broomfield probably have one of the biggest Open Gardens Day in Kent with 20 gardens open. The gardens range from the tiny but perfectly formed to large and lovely, with some ‘still a work in progress’, one even has a listed pond and another is the garden of the former home of Dante Gabriel Rossetti. There are 65 plots at the allotments so there is a lot to see. Entry is by programme which costs £4 a head (accompanied children free). There will be a raffle, art display and plants for sale. Refreshments include Ploughman’s lunches, Curry, Cream Teas and Cakes, available at selected gardens. Proceeds go to the new Herne Centre Project this year. Herne Windmill is open from 2-5pm with a separate admission fee. Please phone 01227 742 700 (office) or 07711 260 021 (on the day) for further details.

You Are Awesome How many times have your children complained because they are no good at sport, can’t do maths or really struggle with exams? If children believe they can’t do something, the chances are they won’t try. But what if they really could get better at anything they tried their hand at? Matthew Syed is setting out to help children excel at just about anything they put their mind to. You Are Awesome inspires and empowers young readers with a toolkit for developing a growth mindset and finding the confidence to realise their potential. The first children’s book from the Times journalist, two-time Olympian and bestselling mindset author Matthew Syed, takes the themes and principles of his award-winning adult novels and recasts them for a 9+ readership. Using real life stories (concerning the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo, Serena Williams and JK Rowling) Syed demonstrates that success really is earned rather than pre-ordained, and that our abilities can be transformed through practice. With a growth mindset, based on hard work and determination, practice, self-belief and resilience, there’s no reason why anyone can’t achieve (almost) anything. Practical, insightful and positive, this is the book to help children build resilience, embrace their mistakes and grow into successful, happy adults. Matthew Syed’s number one best-selling book You Are Awesome is available for £9.99 online and from all good high street retailers.

Eating healthily and getting fruit into your kids’ diet isn’t always easy, especially when they’re hungry or fancy something sweet. To help make eating fruit a bit easier, and without the mess or waste, Fruit Bowl have created an irresistibly tasty range of fruit snacks packed with real fruity goodness. They’re perfect to munch between meals or curb after school tummy rumblings, as well as a great addition to lunchboxes. In fact, all of the treats in the Fruit Bowl range like Fruit Peelers, School Bars, and Fruit Flakes are so fruity that they count as one of your 5 a day! Fruit Bowl also has a range of fruit snacks dipped in a deliciously creamy yogurt, perfect for a more indulgent treat. The products can be found in all major supermarkets nationwide and online in the home baking aisle. For more information about the full range of Fruit Bowl products, visit www.fruit-bowl.com.

A Golden Year for the Goldfinch

You may remember that in the February magazine we told you all about the RSPB’s Big Garden Birdwatch that was coming up. We now have the latest results which have revealed a golden year for the goldfinch along with a number of other small birds after a surge in sightings in gardens across the country. This year, more than 420,000 people across the country took part counting an impressive 6.7 million birds. The event held over the last weekend in January revealed an increase in sightings of smaller birds, such as goldfinch, long-tailed tit and coal tit that can usually be seen visiting gardens and outside spaces in flocks. The influx of these species to our gardens is thought to be linked to the favourable conditions during their successful breeding season in 2017. This combined with the kind autumn and winter weather in the run up to the Birdwatch, will have contributed to the rise in sightings. The warmer temperatures during the autumn and winter will have made it easier for these birds to find food, like insects, in our gardens, which in previous colder winters would have been harder to come by because of frosts and snow. The house sparrow remained at the top of the Big Garden Birdwatch rankings as the most commonly seen garden birds with more than one million recorded sightings throughout the weekend. The starling held down the second spot once more, with the blue tit moving up one spot to round off the top three. Photo credit: John Bridges (rspb-images.com)

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Get the kids gardening for wildlife in half term with an easy and low cost project from the charity Butterfly Conservation.You can help save butterflies, moths and other pollinators by setting aside one square metre of garden or patio to create a wildflower haven or nectar pitstop. ‘Plots for Pollinators’ could even be created along fences and walls as vertical gardens! ‘Plots for Pollinators’ presents some great outdoor activities for children to get involved with during the May Half Term, as well as throughout the summer.

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Family Theatre Avenue Sittingbourne Box Office: 01795 471 140 30 May

Penguin Based on the award-winning book by Polly Dunbar, with lively songs by Tom Gray of Gomez, Penguin is exciting, surreal and full of surprises. Ages 2-8.

Gulbenkian Canterbury Box Office: 01227 769 075 2 Jun

Time Tunnel Follow us through the decades as students of Dream Academy PA show off their skills in Dance, Singing and Drama to give you a fun-filled journey from the 1950s through to the current day.

26 Jun – 1 Jul

The Snail & The Whale

Marlowe Canterbury Box Office: 01227 787 787 28 May

Alice in Wonderland Let’s All Dance returns with this fabulous family favourite. Stunning dancing, much loved characters and super costumes bring the famous tale to life in this magical ballet production. Ages 2-11.

29 May

Friends For All An interactive spoken word performance for families, with rapping, dancing and far-out video projections. It is a story about having the confidence to be yourself and stand up for what you believe in. 14 May - 1 July 2018

The Selfish Giant Enjoy Oscar Wilde’s classic tale reimagined for the stage in this magical adventure for the whole family.

30 May

Thumbelina Hans Christian Andersen’s tale of a girl no bigger than a thumb, and her encounters with a frog, mouse, mole and swallow is played gently amongst gardening tools. Show taking place at The Kit. Ages 2-7.

30 May – 3 Jun

Awful Auntie

From the award-winning producers of Gangsta Granny comes the world premiere of David Walliams’ Enjoy amazing tale of the show! frights, fights And don’t and friendship, forget to say featuring a very you saw it in large owl, a very Primary small ghost and a Times! very awful Auntie.

Join a tiny snail on her trip round the world in Tall Stories’ magical, musical adaptation of the fantastic picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.

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All Hail the Snail Join poet John Hegley as he takes us on a humorous journey through his living library of poems, songs, stories and animal drawings. Ages 7+.

1 Jun

A Necklace of Raindrops Dynamic physical storytelling, live music, shadow puppetry and magical moving paper scenery combine to bring these timeless tales alive for a new generation of story listeners. Show taking place at The Kit. Ages 5+.

1 - 2 Jun

There was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly Go and relive the delights of this most charming of tales

3 Jun

Climb that Tree A brand new live show and album from award-winning songwriter and musician David Gibb. Join David on a musical journey through his hilarious and often surreal imagination, where bears live in the cupboard under the stairs and wolves are roaming the corridors at school. Ages 3+.

16 Jun

Ministry of Science Live This is not your ordinary science show – it comes with a bang. It comes with a whoosh. But most of all it comes with a hovercraft built on stage… Oh, and a human cannon too!

7 - 8 Jul

The Little Match Girl A beautifully told reinterpretation of the classic Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale by Dance Warehouse pupils.

11 – 22 Jul

Shrek A hilarious and spectacular production turns the world of fairy tales upside down in an all-singing, all-dancing, must-see musical comedy.

Theatre Royal Margate Box Office: 01843 292 795 20 May

Children are Stinky A fantastic show to be seen. Set in the 90s this extremely talented duo will astound with their incredible circus skills and keep you laughing till your sides hurt. Ages 3-12.

16 Jun

Whatever the Weather A weather house sitting on a quiet wall. The little lady comes out when it’s going to be sunny. The little man comes out when it’s going to rain. Never together. Always alone. But what would happen if one magical day…they came alive? Ages 3+.

Tom Thumb Margate Box Office: 01843 221 791 9 Jun

Captain Cauliflower and Marvin the Mischievous Moose

Join the invincible Captain Cauliflower and his faithful companion Marvin on an unforgettable adventure, filled with extreme silliness and unquestionable danger.

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Tom Thumb Performed entirely on and under a kitchen table, this wee wonder of a show is full of Lyngo Theatre magic with feathery spinning birds, a flying house and a portable forest. Ages 3+.

2 Jun

Chalk About A playful, funny and sometimes moving look at how we see ourselves and others, featuring dance, chalk, chat and one perfect scene containing everything you could wish for. Ages 8+.

24 Jun

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Me and My Bee Multi award-winning theatre company, ThisEgg, invites you to save the world - one bee at a time. A new comedy for children and adults alike.

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Teletubbies Live Join Tinky Winky, Dipsy, Laa-Laa and Po in a show full of love and laughter as they explore the magical world of Teletubbyland.

10 Jun

Thumbelina Hans Christian Andersen’s tale of a girl no bigger than a thumb, and her encounters with a frog, mouse, mole and swallow is played gently amongst gardening tools.

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The Beast, Betteshanger Country Park, Deal, CT14 0BF

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The Big Brocante, Hop Farm, Tonbridge, TN12 6PY 8am-4pm. A hand-picked selection of brilliant quality traders, decorative home-wares, vintage and antiques, artisan food and swing jazz - all this and more. For more information visit www.thehopfarm.co.uk

Sat 26 May

Elmer Day Celebration, Strood Library, Rochester, ME2 4TJ 2-3pm. Join in for a special Elmer Storytime and craft. Suitable for ages 4-10. Booking is essential for the free event. For more information and to book call 01634 337 799.

Toy Fair, The Hornby Visitor Centre, Margate, CT9 4JX 10am-2pm. Go along to see a range of toys and curiosities from across the ages. Under 5s enter for free. For more information visit www.hornby. com/hornby-visitor-centre

Sat 26 – Sun 27 May Masters Historic Festival, Brands Hatch Circuit, Longfield, DA3 8NG

Event includes FIA Masters Historic Sports cars, from the early years of the famous Brands Hatch 1000km event. Plus fondly-remembered GTs, saloons and single seaters from the past, all being driven as their creators intended. For more information and to book visit www.brandshatch.co.uk

Sat 26 – Mon 28 May

WWII Weekend, Dover Castle, CT16 1HU 10am–5pm. Witness an explosive battle, military encampments, talks, displays and live music. Immerse yourself in the spirit and explosive action of the 1940s and make it a full family day out to remember. Charges apply. For more information and to book visit www.english-heritage. org.uk

Take the King’s Shilling!, Folkestone Museum, CT20 1DY 10am-4pm. Meet Gunner Sergeant John Cullen and learn about life as a soldier in the Napoleonic war and how to make a musket cartridge. Free drop-in, family event. For more information visit www. folkestonemuseum.co.uk

Roman Life and the Art of Roman Cookery, Folkestone Museum, CT20 1DY 10am-4pm. Ever wondered what the Romans ate 2000 years ago? Find out with the Time Travellers this May Half Term. Free drop-in, family event. For more information visit www. folkestonemuseum.co.uk

10am-9pm. The formidable inflatable obstacle course returns to Betteshanger Park and it’s going to be a world-first, whopping 384m long course – that’s over 100 more metres of bouncy obstacles than in 2017 and a length that has never before been attempted. To book visit www.betteshanger-park.co.uk

Grand Medieval Joust, Leeds Castle, Maidstone, ME17 1PL Step back in time to the Middle Ages and see fully armoured jousters battling it out in an authentic jousting competition. Enjoy living history encampments, firepower and demonstrations and mounted skill at arms displays. For more information and to book visit www.leeds-castle. com

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and join in a twilight tour (advance booking essential). To buy tickets visit www.aspinallfoundation.org/howletts

Fairytales and Fables Themed Event Opening, Groombridge Place, Tunbridge Wells, TN3 9QG 10am-5pm. Uncover the story of Hansel and Gretel and discover the fairytales and fables of Groombridge Place. Join in the fun with story-telling and shows, and of course enjoy the formal gardens and enchanted forest. For more information and to buy tickets visit www.groombridgeplace. com

Sat 26 May – Sat 2 Jun

Snappy Spring Holiday, Penshurst Place, Tonbridge, TN11 8DG

10am-4pm. Drop in and get creative with bugs and butterflies at Folkestone Museum, any age is welcome for some arts and crafts and family fun during Half Term. A free event. For more information visit www.folkestonemuseum.co.uk

10.30am-6pm. Pick up an trail sheet bursting with new shots of the gardens, and we want you to find out where we took them! Upload your shots of your finished trail sheet using #SnappedAtPenshurst for your chance to win a Family Season Ticket! For more information visit www. penshurstplace.com

Bug and Butterfly, Folkestone Museum, CT20 1DY

Sat 26 May – Sun 3 Jun

May Half Term Pony Trail, Emmetts Garden, Sevenoaks, TN14 6BA 10am -4pm. Peggy the pony’s friends have escaped from the stables. Find Peggy’s friends around the garden at Emmetts and start ticking off your 50 things activities. Look out for Peggy along the way. Charges apply. For more information visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/emmetts-garden

Become a Conservation Cadet this Half Term, Howletts Wild Animal Park, Bekesbourne, CT4 5AE 9.30am-5pm. Journey through a land, once frozen in time with free guided tours to discover Animals of the Ice Age at Howletts! You can also become a Conservation Cadet when you take part in an identification trail

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Edwardian Life, Hever Castle, Nr Edenbridge, TN8 7NG Enjoy a Punch and Judy show with a Tudor twist and try out games from the period including coconut shy, tin can alley and bean bag race. Follow an Edwardian quiz through the rooms of the castle and much more. For more information and to book visit www.hevercastle.co.uk

Half Term Fun at the Farm, Hop Farm, Tonbridge, TN12 6PY 10am-5pm. Go along for superherothemed entertainment to include an amazing Magic Show and Krypton Disco. Plus loads of rides and inflatables and the popular indoor soft play. Combat Laser Games, Hovermania and more. For more information and to book visit www. thehopfarm.co.uk

Family Fun Guided Walk, Scotney Castle, Tunbridge Wells, TN3 8JN This walk will incorporate a visit to our Wilderness Camp and our natural play trail. Find the big tree swing in the pasture, search for butterflies in the long grass, before heading to the castle view point. For more information visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/scotney-castle

Half Term Family Fun, Ightham Mote, Nr Sevenoaks, TN15 0NT 11am–4.30pm. Using a compass, follow the Billy Goat Gruff trail and

tick off one of your 50 things. On Thurs 31 May, there will also be a Billy Goat craft in the Squire’s Room. Charges apply. For more information visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ ightham-mote

Farmyard Fairy Tales, Kent Life, Maidstone, ME14 3AU Join Kent Life’s entertainers across the site in for some fairy tale themed activities! You can plant your very own beanstalk, help to build the three little pigs houses and more! There will also be a variety of fabulous shows in the Big Top. For more information and to buy tickets visit www.kentlife.org.uk

Half Term Trail, Lullingstone Country Park, Eynsford, DA4 0JF 10am-3pm. Explore the woods following the self-led activity trail and see what you can discover about the park. All completed trails will receive a small prize. For more information and to book visit www. kentcountryparks.co.uk

Mythical Beasts, The Historic Dockyard, Chatham, ME4 4TE Search for mythical beasts at The Historic Dockyard Chatham this Half Term. Can you track the unicorns and mermaids at the Dockyard? Delve into the world of myths that lent themselves to ships made at Chatham, but can you find where they are today? For more information visit www.thedockyard.co.uk

Sat 26 May – Sun 10 Jun Beastly Bugs Trail, Knole House, Sevenoaks, TN15 0NT

(Selected dates) 12noon–4pm. Have fun hunting for the hidden bugs and learn about the pests that affect Knole’s collection on the new beastly bugs trail in the showrooms. Ages 2-7. Admission charges apply. For more information visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/knole

Sat 26 May – Sun 2 Sep Gorilla Circus, Dreamland, Margate, CT9 1XJ

(Selected dates) 1.30pm and 4.30pm. Enjoy a high-octane outdoor show on an impressive circus set up, combining aerial, high wire, trapeze and other “fly by the sea of your pants” circus spectacles. For more information and to book, visit www. dreamland.co.uk

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Cranbrook Goes Nuts in May, High Street, TN17 3EE 10am-5pm. Come and join in this street festival celebrating everything and anything that grows! Enjoy demonstations, make a garden in a pot, spray-can workshop, make bees and butterflies, face painting and much more. For more information visit www.cranbrookgoesnutsinmay. co.uk

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There’s a festival of fun at Dreamland this Half Term. Gorilla Circus will be taking up residence at Dreamland throughout the spring and summer and will provide a high-octane outdoor show on an impressive circus set up, combining aerial, high wire, trapeze and other circus spectacles. Twice-daily shows (at 1.30pm and 4.30pm) will take place from 26 May and on selected weekends throughout May and June. Captain Chui the pirate is back with his Pirate Radio for Half Term on the high seas. Taking place daily on the outdoor Scenic Stage, he’ll be playing party games and mixing musical treasures. Chui will be on stage every day from 12-4pm. The circus show and on-park entertainment is included in all of the park’s entry options. Dreamland will be opening a number of new rides for the summer, from family friendly to thrill seeker. Longtime visitors to the park will recognise new, reimagined versions of firm favourites from the past, while others bring a completely new experience to Dreamland. You can buy discounted ride wristbands online in advance or buy a Day Dreamer entry ticket for just £5 which is redeemable against a single ride of your choice or the daily food and drink offer. Alternatively, join the gang and become a Dreamland member and visit and ride free all year round. With rides, roller skating, soft play and the Dreamland Ark open every day – there’s no better place to be this spring.Visit www.dreamland. co.uk for full details and opening times. Photo credit: Jason Pay

Explore at Betteshanger Park

Betteshanger Park near Deal guarantees an energising and enjoyable day out for all the family. The Park, built on the spoil heap of the former Betteshanger Colliery, offers outstanding leisure and recreational facilities, miles of traffic-free cycling and muddy mountain bike trails as well as woodland, grassland and marshland to explore. There’s a programme of lively outdoor activities including archery, geocaching, fossil hunting and a military-style obstacle course. There are also lots of events taking place to keep active families entertained. The world’s largest inflatable obstacle course, ‘The Beast’, will return from 26 – 28 May, and it’s going to be a world-first – a whopping 384m long course. This year’s course is over 100 metres longer than the bouncy obstacles in 2017 and a length that has never before been attempted. Tickets for the course cost £15. For the musical lovers out there, limber up your vocal chords, wrap up warm and join Betteshanger on 2 June for a special sing-along screening of The Greatest Showman under the stars. The fun doesn’t stop with the movie, there will also be local food and drinks in the festival village. Tickets cost £10 (early bird £7.50). For more information and to book your tickets visit, www. betteshanger-park.co.uk. 10

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Can you track the unicorns and mermaids at The Historic Dockyard Chatham? This Half Term you’ll be able to delve into the world of myths that lent themselves to ships made at Chatham, but can you find where they are today? Discover the Mythical Trail on-site to explore the Dockyard’s wonderful collections that often go unnoticed to visitors. Create your own monster with the clues too! In the Steam, Steel and Submarine gallery, there will be a craft station for children to let their imaginations take hold. Once your monster drawing has been completed, children can claim their surprise in the lucky dip. Explore the recently re-hung gallery with new selfie spots and interactive displays to learn about The Dockyard story through the industrial revolution and the two World Wars. There will also be storytelling taking place in No.3 Slip. Go along to hear a mythical tale live alongside a friendly dragon! During Half Term The Dockyard’s two food outlets - The Mess Deck and Wagon Stop will also be offering mythical themed food for little ones. All of this and The Dockyard’s usual fun and adventures of three historic warships, galleries and much more is included in your entry ticket!

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For some summer fun, head to the Carano Events’ Retro All To Discover Fair on 24 June at the Discovery Event Centre, Sandwich (known locally as the Pfizer Site). Inside in the light and airy Gateway building there will be a wide selection of quality arts, crafts and vintage stalls for you to browse.You will also be able to try a reflexology taster and have a massage or spiritual reading. In the adjoining courtyard there will be vintage amusement rides, platesmashing, candy floss and hot food and drink vendors. For your entertainment the fair has performances from Gypsy John and the Cinque Port Lindy-Hop dancers plus singer/actress Pippa Winslow accompanied by James Shannon. Admission is £3 on the day with under 16s going free, and a percentage will be donated to the supported charity of the event, Kent Wildlife Trust. There is a large free car park and entry is between 10am and 4pm so go along for a fun family day out. For more information, please visit www.caranoevents.co.uk.

The award-winning Canterbury Medieval Pageant will return on Saturday 7 July, celebrating Canterbury’s horrible history. Set to be a highlight of this summer in Canterbury, it is suitable for all ages, even the Middle Ages! Commemorating Henry ll’s pilgrimage to Canterbury and astonishing public apology in 1174, this colourful parade features historical characters, local schools, re-enactment groups, giants, mounted warrior, music and medieval mayhem. The Pageant starts near the Westgate Towers at 11am concluding at the Marlowe Theatre at around 12.30pm with four stops along the way for the story of Henry II to unfold. il

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Between 11.30am and 5pm, venues across the city will offer a host of activities. Follow the trail and discover your talent for medieval archery, jewellery making, sword fighting, arts and crafts and much more. Visit five or more and receive a FREE chocolate medallion from Canterbury Cathedral Shop. Sponsored by

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The Great British Bee Count

With the weather finally warming up, children and families across the country will want to make the most of nature and the great outdoors, so why not get out and help save the UK’s bees? Friends of the Earth is inviting everyone to join the fight to protect nature, by taking part in the Great British Bee Count between 17 May and 30 June 2018. By downloading the free, fun and easyto-use app you can identify and learn about the precious pollinators that visit our gardens, parks and countryside. Participants can record each species of bee they spot - and even send in photos. Register now at www. greatbritishbeecount.co.uk. Suitable for all ages, the Great British Bee Count, which is sponsored by Ecotalk and supported by Buglife, is the perfect way for children to get out there and learn all about the amazing bees that can be found throughout the UK. Discover more about their incredible diversity, the threats they face and what we can all do to help them. Fun fact: Did you know that ‘Dumbledore’ is Cornish for bumblebee? From the Shetlands to the Isles of Scilly, over 16,000 people took part in Great British Bee Count 2017 – recording over 300,000 bees. This year could be even better.

Dame Jacqueline Wilson in Margate

Jacqueline Wilson, the award-winning and bestselling author, will be discussing her career and brand new book, Rose Rivers at the Margate Winter Gardens on Sunday 20 May from 2pm in an event hosted by Waterstones Canterbury bookshop. Beautifully illustrated by Nick Sharratt, Rose Rivers is a brilliant new addition to Jacqueline Wilson’s Hetty Feather series. It tells the story of Rose who lives in a beautiful house and has everything money can buy, but she is troubled by why life is so unfair for people who are not born rich. When a young Clover Moon joins the household as a nursemaid to Rose’s troubled sister Beth, Rose finds a true friend for the first time. There will be plenty of opportunities for children to ask questions. Copies of Rose Rivers along with other books by Jacqueline Wilson will be available to purchase from Waterstones on the day. Tickets are available from the Margate Winter Gardens theatre box office (01843 292795) priced at £5 for children, £7 for adults, or £18 including a copy of Rose Rivers For further information about the event call the Winter Gardens box office or speak to a bookseller at Waterstones Canterbury, 01227 452354.

Armed Forces Day Folkestone This year is the Armistice Day Centenary year and Folkestone Town Council are planning something extra special with the town’s local regiments and cadet units to commemorate, celebrate and support the Armed Forces of past, present and future.

The council expect over 4000 visitors again this year with entertainment including cadet bands, field crafts, military bands, school choirs, Nepalese dancers and much more. There will also be the youth Imps Motorcycle Display Team to dazzle with their outstanding routines.

Some Simple Projects to Help Bees

Make a bee hotel: With just a plastic bottle and some basic craft supplies, you’ll be able to give bees somewhere to live, sleep and eat. Read the tutorial at www.friendsoftheearth.uk/ bees Grow pollen and nectar-rich plants: Different bee species prefer different flower shapes, so aim for a range from tubular-shaped flowers to open-headed flowers. As well as flowers, try shrubs, herbs, trees, fruit and veg. Spring and autumn flowering bulbs are also great. Growing sunflowers: Encourage children to look after their own plant. The sunflowers could be planted along the edge of a playground or children could take them home to encourage bees in their own garden. No garden? Plant up a pot or window box. Try lavender, heathers, nasturtiums, sunflowers and bulbs like crocuses, as well as herbs. Children can also get involved with school garden projects, or perhaps make a bee hotel as a gift to give to friends and family. Give bees a drink in hot weather: Provide a shallow bowl of clean rainwater with a few pebbles for the bees to land on. For more tips visit www.friendsoftheearth.uk/bees Photo credits: Neil James Brain, Maria Davies & Rose Stephens 12

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The area to the rear of the bandstand will be dedicated to stalls including a PWRR field kitchen, face painting, military benevolent organisations, and a weapon display stand. Other displays and stands include The Battle of Britain Experience, military vehicles, WWI interactive trench system, Kent Army Cadet Force Laser Display, exhibitors of military history and a small child’s funfair. The free event will start at 11am on Sunday 1 July, with the recognition of service personnel, veterans and cadets past, present and future as the prime focus.Veterans will be present on the day and many will engage with the public about their experiences in service. For more information about the day, please visit www. armedforcesday.org.uk.

Jungle Jim’s Indoor Soft Play Barn

Jungle Jim’s is located in beautiful rural surroundings on the Quex Park Estate, Birchington, and has 9.5 acres of fun-packed attractions for the whole family. Activities include indoor soft play and outdoor adventure play areas with three adventure climbing frames, a toddler play area, a zip line, the agility course and a climbing wall.You’ll also be able to see the birds of prey and meet the friendly alpacas. Children must be accompanied by an adult and the parents are encouraged to join their children in discovering the challenges of the indoor frame and outdoor activities. Once children have gained

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Food, Drink and Craft Show

Head to the Food, Drink and Craft Show at The Quex Park Estate, Birchington on 23 and 24 June from 10am to 4pm, and help raise money to support Kent Air Ambulance. The Kent, Surrey and Sussex Air Ambulance Trust provides a Helicopter Emergency Medical Service, responding to patients who have suffered trauma or serious medical emergencies. They operate 24 hours a day, ensuring they can be there for the most critically ill and injured people in the region. Midas Leisure have long been supporters of the Kent Air Ambulance. The charity also gets free stalls to enable merchandise to be sold and fundraising personnel to be present to raise the profile of this invaluable charity. There will be over 55 stalls including French crepes, German sausages, Thai food, cupcakes, jams and chutneys, beers, face painting, home wear, East Indian crafts, jewellery, wildlife photography and hand decorated glass. There will also be bird of prey displays, Alpacas and a beer tent and children can access the outside play area at Jungle Jim’s for free. For more information, please visit www.midasleisure.co.uk.

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FOLKESTONE TOWN COUNCIL ARMED FORCES COMMUNITY FUN DAY The Leas Cliff Hall, Leas Band Stand and Arena Area, Folkestone CT20 2XL

Sunday 1st July at 11am-4.30pm The event, starting at 11am at The Leas Bandstand is FREE for families and communities with the Armed Forces Day message and recognition of Service Personnel, Veterans and Cadets past, present and future the main focus. The MOD fully supports and has contributed funding to deliver this event. THE DAY’S PROGRAMME IS AS FOLLOWS: • Imps Motorcycle Display Team • Band of Corps of Royal Engineers • Blue Falcons Gymnastic Display Team • Andrews Sisters Tribute Act • Combined Bands of the Folkestone & Hythe Sea and Marine Cadets • Military Wives Choir – Shorncliffe • Lindy Hoppers WW1 Themed Dance Act • The Silhouette Show – Female Vocal and Dance WWI Tribute Act • Tug ‘o’ War Cadets Competition • School Choirs and Drama Performances • Kukri Knife display • Kent Military Community Choir

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Medieval Weekend, Lullingstone Castle, Dartford, DA4 0JA 11am-5pm. Step back in time to experience the authentic sights and sounds with ‘living history’ displays, character dress, campfires, tents and medieval weapons, courtesy of the remarkable Woodvilles medieval re-enactment group. For more information visit www. lullingstonecastle.co.uk

Teddy Bears Picnic, Sittingbourne’s Steam Railway, ME10 2XD Young children can enjoy this fun Teddy Bears’ Picnic. Children accompanied by a fare-paying adult and teddy bear will travel free. For more information visit www.sklr.net

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Cyclo-sportive, The Lord Whisky Sanctuary Fund, Park House, Stelling Minnis, CT4 6AN From 9am. Enjoy a 50 or 72 mile cycle through the quiet roads of the Kent Downs and Romney Marsh. Charges apply. For more information and to download an entry form visit www.lordwhisky.co.uk

Chilham Chase, Chilham Castle, CT4 8DB 11am-7pm. A family fun run; participate in the Chilham Chase, take a picnic, enjoy the food and drink from the stalls and be entertained by a programme of events. Charges apply. For more information visit www.chilhamchase. com

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Ladybird House Make-andTake Sessions, Millbrook Garden Centre, Gravesend, DA13 9PA 10am and 2pm. Have fun painting your very own wooden ladybird house to hang or stand in your garden. Ticket fee includes a craft, mini beast tattoo, a drink and

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Dot Kids: Hockney Landscapes Children’s Art Workshop, Horsebridge Centre, Whitstable, CT5 1AF 10.15-11.45am. Each child will create their own landscape painting on canvas using Hockney as an influence. All materials will be provided. For more information visit www. horsebridge-centre.org.uk

Family Forest Skills, Hunstead Wood/Denstead Wood, Canterbury, CT4 7NT 10am-12noon. Discover ways to have fun outdoors as a family, learning fire lighting without matches and practicing archery skills, after making your own bow and arrow from natural materials. Meet in the parking area at Hunstead Wood. Book on 07717 367 944. For more information visit www. kentwildlifetrust.org.uk

Zulu Shields, Royal Engineers Museum, Gillingham, ME7 1UR 10.30am-3.30pm. All Zulu warriors must have a shield to defend themselves, but the patterns were used to identify which regiment you belonged to. Design your own personalised shield to identify your regiment. Charges apply. For more information visit www.re-museum. co.uk

Half Term Activities, Maidstone Museum, ME14 1LH 10.30–11.30am, 11.30am–12.30pm and 1-2pm. Enjoy a week of creative workshops with a cartoon/comic theme this Half Term. Today’s activity will be creating your own comic strip. Ages 4-11. For more information and to book visit www. maidstonemuseum.org

Tues 29 – Wed 30 May River Explorers, Westgate Parks, Canterbury, CT1 2BQ

10-11.15am or 12.30-1.45pm. Discover the animals which call the Great River Stour their home. Use a net to collect some creatures

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Global Outdoor Classroom Day 2018 On 17 May, Global Outdoor Classroom Day returns, with over 1 million children in the UK and Republic of Ireland (ROI) expected to participate in outdoor lessons and play. Following a record 582,000 children in the UK and ROI ditching their desks for the outdoors last year on Outdoor Classroom Day, schools are being challenged to make the event even bigger this year. On the day, teachers will lead a wide variety of lessons including outdoor Maths, English and Science, gardening and eco projects, bioblitzing, den-building, Art and Drama, tree climbing and much more. Last year, children in 70 countries including Brazil, USA, Australia, Tanzania and Thailand all joined forces to celebrate the day. This year, for the first time, they’ll be joined by children in Turkey. The initiative is encouraging 90 minutes of playtime every day in every school around the world and aims to raise awareness of the outdoors as key to improving the health and wellbeing of children. Learning outdoors is proven to increase child activity, enhance problem solving, aid concentration and develop social and team-working skills. For more information and to sign up your school, please visit www. outdoorclassroomday.com.

RSPB Big Schools’ Birdwatch Results

A UK-wide survey of birds in school grounds has revealed the blackbird remains the most common playground visitor. 88% of schools that took part in the RSPB’s Big Schools’ Birdwatch survey reported seeing blackbirds with an average of seven seen per school. Woodpigeons moved up to number two and starlings completed the top three. The survey is part of RSPB’s annual Big Garden Birdwatch, which saw more than 420,000 people taking part over the Birdwatch weekend at the end of January. Rebecca Kerfoot, the RSPB’s Big Schools’ Birdwatch Co-ordinator, told Primary Times, “It’s encouraging that so many children and teachers continue to take part in Big Schools’ Birdwatch. If your class enjoyed taking part in the Birdwatch and you want to do more to help wildlife why not get involved in the RSPB’s new Wild Challenge scheme? Wild Challenge is a great way to get your pupils closer to nature by completing fun and engaging activities. It’s free, open to all and there are things to do at any time of the year. And we’ll reward you as you complete each stage.” By completing activities ranging from mini beast safaris and habitat exploring to making a compost heap and planting for wildlife, schools can log their achievements on the RSPB Wild Challenge website and collect bronze, silver and gold awards. To start your wild adventure in school, please visit www.rspb.org.uk. Photo credit: Ray Kennedy (rspb-images.com)

If you’re thinking of Early Years provision, exceptional Junior education or a real alternative to state Senior school, think ‘Dover College’. The Early Years at Dover College Junior School offers competitively priced nursery education for ages 3 and 4. There is a focus on creativity and learning, with children developing their understanding of letters and sounds, as well as advancing key skills in numeracy. Eligible families may also access 30 hours of funded provision via the government funding scheme. Dover College Junior School offers the very best start to formal education. The focus is on individual learning and academic results, all in small class sizes of no more than 15, with specialist teachers for subjects such as music, science and drama. The sports, languages and arts provision is wide-ranging, and children are offered plenty of afterschool activities such as drama, dance, yoga, IT and sports clubs. All Dover College Early Years and Junior pupils also benefit from a spacious and stimulating indoor and outdoor learning environment within the College campus. In the Senior School at Dover College, creative teaching and exceptional leadership produces exceptional academic results. Boys and girls from 11 – 18 can enjoy life as day pupils, or choose flexi, weekly or termly boarding. Dover College boasts a competitive fee-structure and offers sibling discounts, as well as scholarships and bursaries throughout the school. An extensive mini-bus route is also in operation locally. For more information or to book a visit or a taster day, please email admissions@dovercollege.org.uk, telephone 01304 244 522 or visit www.dovercollege.org.uk.

FIRST® LEGO® League Season

More than 350,000 children around the world will take part in the MISSION MOONSM Challenges, using new sets developed by FIRST and LEGO Education. At the FIRST Championship Houston, LEGO Education and FIRST unveiled new, exclusive space sets to inspire participants in the 20182019 FIRST LEGO League Jr. The programme for the new season is themed “MISSION MOONSM” to help build students’ curiosity around space exploration and scientific discovery while developing their skills and experience in science, technology, engineering, and maths (STEM). Students are tasked with completing a space challenge designed in partnership with astronauts and space experts and will use a variety of LEGO Education solutions including the FIRST LEGO League Challenge Set. The 2018-2019 FIRST LEGO League Jr. MISSION MOON Challenge will reach over 86,000 children, age 6-10 from 41 countries. Teams use the annual Inspire Set to build a model based on the challenge, and use LEGO Education WeDo 2.0 to program it to move, provided free. FIRST teams are guided by the FIRST Core Values, which celebrate teamwork, discovery and fun. The iterative work needed throughout the season provides an introduction to the engineering design process. To learn more about FIRST, including FIRST LEGO League Jr, visit www.firstinspires.org. Teams that enter are required to pay a registration fee. The fee includes the sets and teaching materials. To register, visit www. firstlegoleaguejr.org

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May and identify them by playing river bug bingo. Book on 07850 715 596. For more information visit www. westgateparks.co.uk

Tues 29 May – Fri 1 Jun Become a Zulu Warrior!, Royal Engineers Museum, Gillingham, ME7 1UR

10.30am-3.30pm. Zulu warriors were traditionally formed into regiments by age. Join in this holiday and transform yourself into a Zulu warrior in these family-friendly dropin events inspired by the museum’s fascinating collections. For more information visit www.re-museum. co.uk

Half Term Fun, Swallows Leisure Centre, Sittingbourne, ME10 4NT Go along for a fun-filled school holiday. There will be activities each day including aqua challenge, mini tennis taster session and circus activities. For more information visit www.swaleleisure.com/swallows/ Class_Holiday

Half Term Activities, Maidstone Museum, ME14 1LH 10.30–11.30am, 11.30am–12.30pm and 1-2pm. Enjoy a week of creative workshops with a cartoon/comic theme this Half Term. Ages 4-11. For more information and to book visit www.maidstonemuseum.org

Wed 30 May

Discover Pond Dipping, Tyland Barn, Maidstone, ME14 3BD 10.30- 11.30am. This is a great family event; one hour pond dipping sessions to find and catch a variety of pond life, then view them through a microscope and identify what you have found. For more information and to book visit www. kentwildlifetrust.org.uk

Our Amazing Animal World, Millbrook Garden Centre, Gravesend, DA13 9PA (Also 1 Jun) 10am, 11am, 12noon and 1pm. Get up close to real life creepy crawlies and creatures, such as African land snails, African pygmy hedgehog, corn snakes, tortoises and more. For more information and to book visit www.millbrookgc.co.uk

theme this Half Term. Today’s activity will be creating a piece of pop art to hang on your wall. Ages 4-11. For more information and to book visit www.maidstonemuseum.org

Family Explorer Day, The Larches, Detling, ME14 3HW 10.30am-12noon. Take along the whole family and explore the different habitats on this lovely nature reserve. Using bark rubbing, spot the difference and colour collecting, build and take home a collage that showcases the diversity of plants that grow there. Meet at The Pilgrims Way. To book visit www.kentwildlifetrust. org.uk

Traditional Jewellery, Royal Engineers Museum, Gillingham, ME7 1UR 10.30am-3.30pm. Jewellery was worn by everybody and was often symbolic of special events. Create your own traditional jewellery to represent some special memories. Charges apply. For more information visit www.remuseum.co.uk

Family Eco-Poetry Event, Ditton Quarry & Ditton Community Centre, Aylesford, ME20 6AH 10am-1pm. A plant themed creative writing/ecopoetry workshop for all the family. This event starts with a guided walk around the beautiful Ditton Quarry. Get out and reconnect with nature. For more information and to register visit www. medwayvalley.org

Introduction to Small Mammals, Bore Place, Chiddingstone, TN8 7AR 10am–12noon.You’ll check our humane traps and hedgehog tunnel to see small mammals close up, and learn how to identify differences between mice, voles and shrews. A free event for adults and children. For more information visit www.boreplace.org

Wed 30 May – Fri 1 Jun May Half Term Crafts, Smallhythe Place, Tenterden, TN30 7NG

2-4pm. Shelter under the cow byre and your little ones can get creative in the beautiful spring garden with the volunteers. Materials will be provided.

Blooming Marvellous, Rochester Library, ME1 1EW 2.15-3.15pm. Join in this stories and craft session suitable for ages 4-10. Booking is essential for this free event. For more information and to book call 01634 337 799.

Half Term Activities, Maidstone Museum, ME14 1LH 10.30–11.30am, 11.30am–12.30pm and 1-2pm. Enjoy a week of creative workshops with a cartoon/comic

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Pixies and Fairies, Cromers Wood, Sittingbourne, ME9 8AE 10am and 1pm. Go to the woods and learn about the secret lives of fairies and pixies. Find fairy doors and circles that are within the woodland. To book call 01622 662 012 and for more information visit www.kentwildlifetrust.org.uk

Wacky Weeds, Cuxton Library, Rochester, ME2 1EY 2.30-3.15pm. Join in this stories and craft session suitable for ages 4-10. Booking is essential for this free event. For more information and to book call 01634 337 799.

An Introduction to Puppetry, The Marlowe, The Friars, Canterbury, CT1 2AS 1.30pm. Learn the basics of table top puppetry and have a go at creating your own stories with puppetry led by Half A String. Ages 7-11. For more information and to book visit www. marlowetheatre.com

Live Bug Roadshow, Millbrook Garden Centre, Gravesend, DA13 9PA 10am, 11.30am, 1.30pm and 3pm. Are you brave enough to handle the giant bugs from the amazing Bug Roadshow? See and handle giant millipedes, stick insects, beetles, cockroaches, leaf insects and moths and learn some fascinating facts about them. For more information and to book visit www.millbrookgc. co.uk

Half Term Activities, Maidstone Museum, ME14 1LH 10.30–11.30am, 11.30am–12.30pm and 1-2pm. Enjoy a week of creative workshops with a cartoon/comic theme this Half Term. Today’s activity will be making a flip book. Ages 4-11. For more information and to book visit www.maidstonemuseum.org

Create a Racket!, Royal Engineers Museum, Gillingham, ME7 1UR 10.30am-3.30pm. Everybody loves music! People throughout history loved to dance to music and entertain people with it. Join us to learn some traditional Zulu beats and make your own musical instrument. Charges apply. For more information visit www.re-museum. co.uk

Half Term Mono Printing, Huguenot Museum, Rochester, ME1 1LX 11.45am-3pm. Drop in and have fun making unique prints with this easy technique. For more information and to book visit www.huguenotmuseum. org

Paper Flower Crafts, Walderslade Village Library, Chatham, ME5 9LR 2.15-3.15pm. Children aged 4-10 will enjoy this fun stories and craft session. Booking is essential for the free event. For more information and to book call 01634 337 799.

Family Day, Dover Museum, CT16 1PB 10.30am-3pm. Family days at Dover Museum are fun for children of all ages. There are a great range of themed days in the school holidays. All children do need to be accompanied by an adult during the activity. Today is: Animal Themed Day. Free. For more information visit www.dovermuseum. co.uk

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Discover Pond Dipping, Sevenoaks Wildlife Reserve, Sevenoaks, TN13 3DH At this pond dipping session children will use special nets and scientific equipment to catch a variety of pond life then get help from our experts to identify the watery beetles and bugs they find. For more information and to book visit www.kentwildlifetrust.org.uk

The Day of a Napoleonic Soldier, Chatham Library, ME4 4TX 10.30am-12noon. An interactive travelling suitcase event showing ‘The day of a Napoleonic soldier’. Find out about the contents of a soldiers kitbag and make and taste a soldier’s biscuit (no cooking required). Ages 4-10. Booking is essential for the free event. For more information and to book call 01634 337 799.

Zulu Headdresses, Royal Engineers Museum, Gillingham, ME7 1UR 10.30am-3.30pm. Zulu warriors were traditionally formed into regiments by age and identified by features such as the jewellery, headdress or by the shield they carried. Create your own Zulu headdresses with identifying features. For more information visit www.re-museum.co.uk

Bat Walk, Westgate Parks, Canterbury, CT1 2BQ 8.45pm. Join Kent Bat Group and discover the Park after dark! Take an evening walk around the Westgate Parks looking for bats and learn how to use a bat detector to identify the bat species you have seen or heard. Ages 7+. Book on 07921 038 049. For more information visit www. westgateparks.co.uk

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Win The Big Book of 100 Outdoor Activities

There are times when keeping young children occupied and entertained can be a challenge, even for the most imaginative of parents. The Big Book of 100 Outdoor Activities provides parents with simple and quick activities and creative ideas to engage and entertain children as well as encourage them to be more curious about the world. Activities are grouped into 8 handy sections - Wildlife Spotting, In the Garden, Messy Makes, Arts and Craft, Games, Rainy Day Activities, Outdoor Cooking and Music and Dressing Up. Each one is packed with things to do. The Big Book of 100 Outdoor Activities is available online and from all good high street shops for £14.99. Primary Times have a copy of this book to give away to three lucky readers. For your chance to win, simply tell us how many handy sections the book is grouped into. See the bottom of the page for details on how to enter.

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How many times have your children complained that they are no good at sport, can’t do maths or really struggle with exams? If children believe they can’t do something, the chances are they won’t try. But what if they really could get better at anything they turned their hand to? Matthew Syed is setting out to help children excel at just about anything they put their mind to. The number one bestseller, ‘You Are Awesome’ inspires and empowers young readers with a toolkit for developing a growth mindset and finding the confidence to realise their potential. The first children’s book from the Times journalist, two-time Olympian and bestselling mindset author, Matthew Syed, takes the themes and principles of his award-winning adult novels and recasts them for a 9+ readership. Primary Times have copies of this book to give away to five lucky readers. For your chance to win, simply tell us which newspaper Matthew Syed works for. For details of how to enter, see the bottom of the page.

Win a Family Pass to Cyclopark Set in over 100 acres of parkland and within easy access of the A2 and M25, Cyclopark offers families the perfect day out. With safe traffic free road circuits and 6km of mountain biking tracks, Cyclopark is a great place for families to enjoy themselves on their bikes in a safe and supportive environment. Bikes and safety equipment can be hired if you don’t want to bring your own. There’s a huge 3000 square foot play park with lots of playground equipment to keep the younger visitors happy. In the Strider Zone, you can hire the latest strider bikes and explore the children’s play park and sensory garden. Coming this summer is the new Cyclo-Town adventure play zone for the under 5’s complete with mini roads, roundabouts, fire station and garage. Afterwards relax in the Park Eat Café which has a wide selection of hot snacks and drinks. Ten lucky Primary Times readers can win a family pass to Cyclopark. For your chance to win one of these great prizes, tell us how many kilometres of mountain bike track are there at Cyclopark? See below for details of how to enter.

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June Half Term Activities, Maidstone Museum, ME14 1LH 10.30–11.30am, 11.30am–12.30pm and 1-2pm. Enjoy a week of creative workshops with a cartoon/comic theme this Half Term. Today, become a Superhero by designing your own t-shirt with cape. Ages 4-11. For more information and to book visit www.maidstonemuseum.org

Fancy Petals, Hempstead Library, Gillingham, ME7 3QG 3-4pm. Join in this fun stories and craft session for children aged 4-10. Booking is essential for this free event. For more information and to book call 01634 337 799.

Discovery Event, Trosley Country Park, Meopham, DA13 0SG 1.30-3pm. Book on to this free event to explore, discover and identify the flowers and minibeasts at Trosley Country Park.Then create your very own minibeast or flower to take home whilst enjoying a hot chocolate and marshmallows at the campfire.To book visit www.kentcountryparks.co.uk

Blooming Marvellous Seed Planting Workshop, Strood Library, Rochester, ME2 4TJ 2-3pm. Drop in to plant seeds and decorate pots to take home. Suitable for ages 4-10. For more information call 01634 337 799.

Sat 2 Jun

Open Air Cinema, Betteshanger Country Park, Deal, CT14 0BF Join in for a special sing-along screening of Golden Globe award winning musical,The Greatest Showman under the stars at Betteshanger.There will also be local food and drink in the festival village. For more information and to buy tickets visit www. betteshanger-park.co.uk

Dog & Owners Fun Day, Park House Animal Sanctuary, Stelling Minnis CT4 6AN Boot fair from 8am, entertainment from 12noon. Go along and join in the fun day and help raise vital funds for the sanctuary. With live music, dog agility and training. If you can help at this event call 01303 862 622. For information visit www. lordwhisky.co.uk

Tales from the Dragonfly, The Marlowe, The Friars, Canterbury, CT1 2AS 11.30am, 1.30pm and 3pm. A selection of magical stories (different story each time) told with vim and vigour by vivacious storyteller and singer, Emily Hanna Grazebrook. Suitable for all ages. For more information and to book visit www.marlowetheatre.com

Sat 2 – Sun 3 Jun

Folkestone and Ashford Military Show, Sellindge Showground, Ashford, TN25 6HH 10am-4pm. Go along for a great day out for the family. Displays running both days alongside various exhibitors and trader stalls. For more information and to book visit www. folkestoneandashfordmilitaryshow. co.uk

Dickens Festival, Rochester High Street, ME1 1LX This family festival will be packed with Dickensian delight and Victorian intrigue. From costumed parades and street acts to competitions, readings and a fair, Rochester’s streets and green spaces will be awash with entertainment. For more information visit www.visitmedway.org/dickensfestival

Glorious Gardens Weekend, Penshurst Place, Tonbridge, TN11 8DG Join in for a special weekend of celebration where you can enjoy watching live painting, minibeast safaris and the beautiful colours of the season. For more information visit www.penshurstplace.com

Sun 3 Jun

Pedal for a Purpose 2018, Demelza House, Rook Lane, Sittingbourne, ME9 8DZ

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Wealden Times Midsummer Fair, Hole Park Garden, Cranbrook, TN17 4JA

The fair will be showcasing over 250 handpicked exhibitors selling contemporary and vintage home wares, garden accessories, fabulous fashion and jewellery as well as artisan food and drink. For more information and to buy tickets visit www. wealdentimes.co.uk

Thurs 7 – Thurs 28 Jun

Kids for a Quid! Spa Valley Railway, Tunbridge Wells, TN2 5QY (Thurs only) All accompanied children aged 2-15 travel for just £1. Break up your journey at Groombridge by taking your bikes and combining your trip with a ride along the Forest Way. To book tickets and for train times visit www.spavalleyrailway.co.uk

Fri 8 – Sun 10 Jun

Big Scooter Rally, Hop Farm, Tonbridge, TN12 6PY The Big 7 Scooter Rally is a weekend of live bands, DJ’s, vintage scooters, hot food, ridden custom show, market and more. For more information and to buy tickets visit www. thebig7scooterrally.com

Sat 9 Jun

Barn Dance, Kent Life, Maidstone, ME14 3AU 7pm. Join in for a Barn Dance, with live music from The Climax Ceilidh Band. Have fun, enjoy a bite from the BBQ and a drink from the licensed bar. It’s fun for all the family. For more information and to buy tickets visit www.kentlife.org.uk

9.30am. Cycle the family route of 10 miles through the stunning views of Kent. All money raised will enable Demelza Hospice Care for Children to provide vital care to seriously ill children and their families. For more information and to register visit www. demelza.org.uk

Trottiscliffe Fete, Trottiscliffe Recreation Ground, West Malling, ME19 5EB

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Shadow Puppet Theatre, Rochester Library, ME1 1EW 2.15-3.15pm. Make stick shadow puppets, design a stage, and write a script (or even a script with a ‘twist’), based on classic fairy tales such as 3 Little Pigs, Red Riding Hood or Goldilocks and 3 Bears. Event is part of the Dickens Festival. Ages 4-10. Free. To book call 01634 337 799.

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12noon-4pm. Go along to help raise money to support Trottiscliffe C of E Primary School. There will be lots of great activities booked including: a miniature railway ride, a bouncy slide, a pod maze, tug of war, arts and crafts, 50+ stalls and lots more. For more information email chrisandjoparsons@gmail.com

Go along for a fun-filled day to include live music, bbq, bouncy castle, traditional fete games, tombola, face painting and tattoos, balloon modelling and much more. For more information contact friendsofbredgarschool@ gmail.com

Flower Power Family Fun Day, Leybourne Lakes Country Park, Snodland, ME20 6AA 10.30am-3.30pm. There will be live music, flower identification walks, butterfly walks, flower related arts and crafts, face-painting, story-telling and more. Take along a picnic. For more information and to register visit www.medwayvalley.org

All Day Family Cinema, Quex Park & Powell Cotton Museum, Birchington, CT7 0BH There will be films for everyone throughout the day on a massive diamond screen within the grounds of Quex Park Estate. Take along a picnic, friends and family, even your dog and enjoy a day of films for all the family. For more information visit www.quexpark.co.uk

Sat 9 – Sun 10 Jun

American Speedfest VI, Brands Hatch Circuit, Longfield, DA3 8NG Enjoy a fusion of American-oriented motoring and motorsport with music, food and entertainment. There will be fantastic varied kids’ activities all weekend including Mini Monster Truck Mania, funfair, face painting and more. For more information and to book visit www.brandshatch.co.uk

Sun 10 Jun

Open Farm Sunday, Nationwide Farms all over the country have an open day for you to go along and visit – some of which are not usually open to the public. There is a list for you to find ones that are taking place in your area. For more information visit www.farmsunday.org

Open Farm Sunday, Bore Place, Chiddingstone, TN8 7AR Enjoy family-friendly tours of the organic farm and market garden, tractor rides, an opportunity to meet the on-site cheesemakers using milk from the Bore Place cows, walks, face painting, an organic BBQ as well as an ice cream stall and Pimms bar. For more information visit www. boreplace.org

Taste the Best of Produced in Kent 2018, Biddenden Vineyards, Ashford, TN27 8DF 11am-4pm. Go along to this all day event in aid of Kent, Surrey and Sussex Air Ambulance Trust. Meet, taste and buy from a variety of Kentish producers specialising in cheeses, preserves, sauces and chutneys, fudges, beers and liqueurs, ice cream, crisps, meats and much more. For more information visit www.biddendenvineyards.com

Open Farm Sunday, Honeychild Manor Farm, Romney Marsh, TN29 0DB 2-5pm. Go along to enjoy a fun afternoon on a dairy farm. Highlights include: face painting, machinery

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displays, milking tours and more. Free entry. For more information visit www.farmsunday.org

Classic and Vintage Vehicle Show, Quex Park & Powell Cotton Museum, Birchington, CT7 0BH A stunning range of classic and vintage vehicles to take you back down memory lane. Live music on stage, including Ben Mills and his band. A range of attractions and entertainment throughout the day. For more information visit www. quexpark.co.uk

KM Colour Run, Betteshanger Country Park, Deal, CT14 0BF Become a real life canvas and run, jog or walk for Heart of Kent Hospice in this exciting and very popular Colour Run organised by the KM Charity Team. A fun opportunity to raise money and fantastic for getting those all-important end of event selfies. For more information and to book visit www.hokh.org

Open Farm Sunday, Belmont House and Gardens, Faversham, ME13 0HH 1-4pm. This free event offers a chance for you to discover real farming at first hand. Enjoy tractor and trailer rides, get up close to a combine harvester and other farming machinery. Plus sheep shearing demonstrations and more. For more information visit www.belmonthouse.org

Deutsche Fest, Brands Hatch Circuit, Longfield, DA3 8NG Huge German vehicle displays, German food and music plus an Oktoberfest style beer tent will engross Brands Hatch all weekend. For more information and to book visit www.brandshatch.co.uk

Fathers’ Day Weekend, Hever Castle, Nr Edenbridge, TN8 7NG Say thank you to Dad this Fathers’ Day and spoil him with a memorable day out and meal. Children can create a card to give to Dad in free craft workshops. For more information visit www.hevercastle.co.uk

Fought for Freedom Military Show, Quex Park & Powell Cotton Museum, Birchington, CT7 0BH Sat 10am–6pm, Sun 10am–5pm. Attractions include The Tigers Junior Motorcycle Display Team, massive display arena, see Scammells do what they were made for, have a ride in the APC and lots more. For more information visit www.quexpark.co.uk

A Weekend for Dad, Penshurst Place, Tonbridge, TN11 8DG Treat Dad to a musical performance as you are invited to listen to the hugely entertaining Junk Orchestra while they play on their musical junkstruments. The Garden Restaurant will be laying on a special menu for families to enjoy together. For more information visit www.penshurstplace. com

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Sun 17 Jun

Take a train journey and enjoy a range of real ales and ciders on some departures. Food will be available on Friday evening and Saturday all day and into the evening. For more information visit www.kesr.org.uk

Calling all Classic Vintage and Veteran Vehicle Enthusiasts! With almost 200 exhibitors, the 24th Vintage Car Rally will be bigger and better than ever before. There will also be stalls, a falconry display and the Rare Breeds famous pig racing. For more information visit www.rarebreeds. org.uk

CAMRA Real Ale & Cider Festival 2018, Kent and East Sussex Railway, Tenterden, TN30 6HE

Sat 16 June

24th Classic Car Rally, Rare Breeds Centre, Ashford, TN26 3RJ

The Big Lunch, Payers Park, Folkestone, CT20 1EZ 12noon. As part of Open Quarter,

Family Bushcraft Day, Belmont House and Gardens, Faversham, ME13 0HH 10am–4pm. The day includes learning different ways to create a flame, shelter building, campfire cooking, nature walks, plant identification and more. Age 7+. For more information and to book visit www.belmonthouse.org

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take along your picnic blanket, some food to share and join in for the fourth Payers Park Big Lunch with live music from the awesome Nat and the Noise Brigade. Free. For more information visit www.quarterhouse. co.uk

Model Trains & Beer Festival, Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway, Hythe Station, TN28 8PL Go along to a Fathers’ Day treat and enjoy an array of model trains plus locally brewed ales and ciders. For more information www.rhdr.org.uk

Wed 20 Jun

Jazz Evening, Godinton House and Gardens, Ashford, TN23 3BP 7-9pm. Enjoy a Jazz and Picnic Evening in the Walled Garden with the “Colrose Seven” in aid of St. John Ambulance. The band will swing into action at 7pm with a delightful mix of show tunes, novelty numbers and jazz classics. Booking required. For more information visit www.godintonhouse. co.uk

Fri 22 – Sun 24 Jun

Black Deer Festival, Eridge Park, Tunbridge Wells, TN3 9JT Go on a journey into the world of Americana and country. Immerse yourselves in the community, music, food and storytelling of a culture like no other. Children can take part in tree-top climbing, adventure survival lessons, creative workshops and lots more. To buy tickets visit www. blackdeerfestival.com

Sat 23 Jun

Fawns Walk, Knole House, Sevenoaks, TN15 0RP (Also 30 Jun) 5.30-6.30pm. Join the park walk team on this short walk to look out for ‘new additions’ to the landscape and deer herd. For more information visit www.nationaltrust. org.uk/knole

Summer Fayre, Meredale Independent Primary School, Rainham, ME8 8EB 11am-2pm. Enjoy the fun at the Friends of Meredale’s Summer Fayre with special guests Shikon Martial Arts. There’s a lot to do including a bouncy castle, Beat the Goalie, Hook the Duck, face painting, raffle, candy floss and more. For more information visit www.meredale.kent.sch.uk

Junior Aquathlon, Leeds Castle, Maidstone, ME17 1PL The swim will take place in the moat surrounding this iconic Castle and the run will be across the stunning

estate. For each child registered an accompanying adult can spectate the race for free and also enjoy the Castle, grounds and attractions for the whole day. Ages 8-14. For more information and to book visit www. leeds-castle.com

Sat 23 – Sun 24 Jun

Hever’s Home Front, Hever Castle, Nr Edenbridge, TN8 7NG Discover what life and work was like during the Second World War. Explore vintage stalls and learn to swing-dance. Go in 1940s dress and round the day off with a traditional afternoon tea. For more information and to book visit www.hevercastle.co.uk

Food, Drink and Craft Show, Quex Park Estate, Birchington, CT7 0BH 10am-4pm.Visit the Craft Village and enjoy the huge array of unique crafts and gifts and Local Kentish food and drink. There will also be Live Music, the chance to see Birds of Prey, feed the Alpacas, a free outdoor play area for the kids and more. For more information visit www.midasleisure. co.uk

Meet Paddington, Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway, Hythe Station, TN28 8PL Pre-booked special train tickets guarantee a seat on a VIP departure from Hythe to New Romney Station to see Paddington who will be making appearances at New Romney Station at intervals on each day. For more information and to book visit www. rhdr.org.uk

Sun 24 Jun

Family Dog Show, Kent Life, Maidstone, ME14 3AU Take along your canine friend to take part in Kent Life’s Family Fun Dog Show. Classes include: Waggiest Tail, Best Child Handler, Fancy Dress and more. There will be the opportunity to enjoy all of your other favourite Kent Life activities on the day. For more information and to book visit www.kentlife.org.uk

Charity Day, Godinton House and Gardens, Ashford, TN23 3BP 2-4pm. Have fun in the garden with Mr Punch, enjoy a picnic in the Walled Garden and help raise money for the local charity Headway Ashford. For more information visit www. godintonhouse.co.uk

The Friars Summer Fayre, Aylesford Priory, ME20 7BX 11am-4.30pm. Be thrilled by Vander Super Heroes Wheel of Death, an adrenalin fuelled stunt display on rotating wheels reaching to 50ft. Be enthralled by Mr. Alexander’s Travelling Show - an energetic blend of magic, juggling, unicycling, acrobalance and illusion suitable for all ages and lots, lots more! For more information visit www.thefriars.org.uk

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Film Preview Guide A Wizard’s Tale

Imagine a world where happiness, smiling and laughter are a thing of the past, where an evil wizard presides over all that is good in the land.A Wizard’s Tale is a magical family adventure about one boy’s quest to restore happiness to the world.The Grump, the most evil wizard in the whole of the kingdom, has cast a spell of gloom over the land, making it barren of happiness.Terry, a young boy who aches for the nostalgic glee of letting his imagination run free at Grandmother Mary’s Theme Park, sets off on an adventure in search of a spell to restore happiness to the kingdom. Join Terry on his magical quest as he outwits a multitude of weird and wonderful creatures and ﬁnds friendship with a Princess along the way. Catch A Wizard’s Tale at any Vue cinema from 11 May.

Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom

The dinosaurs from Jurassic Park are back.When the island’s dormant volcano begins roaring to life, Owen and Claire mount a campaign to rescue the remaining dinosaurs from this extinction-level event.With all of the wonder, adventure and thrills synonymous with one of the most popular and successful franchises in cinema history, this all-new motionpicture event sees the return of favourite characters and dinosaurs— along with new breeds more aweinspiring and terrifying than ever before. Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom is released in UK cinemas on 8 June.

Mary and the Witch’s Flower

Mary and The Witch’s Flower is the exciting and surprising adventure of Mary, an ordinary twelve-year-old girl. Mary arrives in the village of Redmanor to stay with her Great-Aunt Charlotte. Bored and lonely during the summer holiday, Mary follows an odd cat into the nearby woods where she stumbles upon a ‘fly-by-night’, a rare flower that blooms once every seven years. Our heroine is spirited away to Endor School, a college for young witches and warlocks.There, she meets Madame Mumblechook, played by Kate Winslet, and Doctor Dee, voiced by Jim Broadbent.At Endor, all is not as it seems, and Mary tells a lie that leads to peril. Confronting great danger and testing her resolve, Mary will have to summon her inner strength if she is to understand the true power of the Witch’s Flower.This stunning new film is a sublime blend of magic and fantasy that will sweep audiences along with its charming, heartfelt adventure. Mary and the Witch’s Flower opens in UK cinemas from 4 May.

Sherlock Gnomes

The beloved garden gnomes from Gnomeo and Juliet are back for a whole new adventure in London.When the couple ﬁrst arrive in the city with their friends and family, their biggest concern is getting their new garden ready for spring. However, they soon discover that someone is kidnapping garden gnomes all over London.When Gnomeo and Juliet return home to ﬁnd that everyone in their garden is missing, there’s only one gnome to call, Sherlock Gnomes.The famous detective and sworn protector of London’s garden gnomes arrives with his sidekick Watson to investigate the case. One step ahead of our heroes is Sherlock’s oldest foe, Moriarty, a maniacal pie mascot obsessed with Sherlock and the gnomes he’s sworn to protect.The mystery will lead the gnomes on a rollicking adventure where they will meet all new ornaments and explore an undiscovered side of the city. Sherlock Gnomes will be in cinemas from 11 May. For more information, please visit www. sherlockgnomesmovie.co.uk. Photo credit: Paramount Pictures

Solo: A Star Wars Story

Board the Millennium Falcon and journey to a galaxy far, far away in Solo:A Star Wars Story, an all-new adventure with the most beloved scoundrel in the galaxy.Through a series of daring escapades deep within a dark and dangerous criminal underworld, Han Solo meets his mighty future co-pilot Chewbacca and encounters the notorious gambler Lando Calrissian, in a journey that will set the course of one of the Star Wars saga’s most unlikely heroes. Solo:A Star Wars Story is released in UK cinemas on 25 May.

The Little Vampire

Being a teenage vampire isn’t easy, but it can teach you a thing or two. Based on the best-selling books by Angela Sommer-Bodenburg,The Little Vampire is a heart-warming tale of how the craziest adventures can often be the ones that matter most, available exclusively at Vue nationwide from 25 May courtesy of Signature Entertainment. Rudolph isn’t your typical teen. Not only is he a thirteen year old vampire, but his whole family is being hunted by the infamous vampire hunter. Fortunately Rudolph encounters twelve year old Tony, a human with an otherworldly obsession – vampires. Rudolph takes Tony on his adventures in Transylvania, bringing their two families together. Prepare for a charming adventure, as the animated remake comes to life this spring.With a thrilling voice cast, including Jim Carter, Miriam Margolyes and Tim Pigott-Smith,The Little Vampire is a fun-ﬁlled animation that everyone is sure to love.

14 May - 1 July 2018

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June All to Discover Fair, Discovery Event Centre, Sandwich CT13 9FF 10am-4pm. Join in for a day of summer fun to include quality arts, crafts and vintage stalls for you to browse. Plus there will be food and produce stalls and entertainment for adults and children. Charges apply. For more information visit www. caranoevents.co.uk

Tues 26 Jun

Photo Day, Wildwood Trust, Herne Bay, CT6 7LQ 10am–4.30pm. An opportunity to take close-up photos of the animals with the resident photographer Dave Butcher. Different animals will be photographed across the day, with animal feeds for the more elusive ones to help you get close views. For more information and to book visit www.wildwoodtrust.org

Fri 29 Jun – Sun 1 Jul

Quex Park VW Show, Quex Park & Powell Cotton Museum, Birchington, CT7 0BH The very popular Quex Park VW Show is back for 2018, with more family fun and competitions than before. Food, crafts, entertainment for the whole weekend. For more information and to buy tickets visit www.quexpark.co.uk

Sat 30 Jun

NGS Open Garden Day, Belmont House and Gardens, Faversham, ME13 0HH 12noon–5pm. Enjoy a walk around the beautiful garden. The tea room will be open from 12noon serving delicious homemade cakes and cream tea. For more information visit www. belmont-house.org

Friends of Westgate Parks Open Day, Westgate Parks, Canterbury, CT1 2BQ From 10am. A day of outdoor entertainment for all the family to enjoy in Canterbury’s beautiful Westgate Gardens and Toddler’s Cove including: music, games and activities. Free entry. For more information visit www.westgateparks. co.uk

Armed Forces Day, Penshurst Place, Tonbridge, TN11 8DG 11am-5pm. In celebration of our Armed Forces and the centenary of the end of WWI, Hands on History will be taking part, along with a selection of memorabilia and weapons and battles and wars across the ages. For more information visit www.penshurstplace.com

Sat 30 Jun – Sun 1 Jul Battle of Britain Air Show, Headcorn Aerodrome, Ashford, TN27 9HX

11am–3.30pm. Enjoy a magnificent display featuring representative aircraft from the Battle of Britain era. See Spitfires, Hurricanes and other aircraft of the period such as the Tiger Moth and Harvard T6. For more information and to book visit www.headcornevents.co.uk

Great Kent Chilli Festival, Hole Park Garden, Cranbrook, TN17 4JA This is sure to be a great day out for chilli enthusiasts, food lovers and families. Children will enjoy the inflatable slides, mini carousel, coconut shy, face painting and bouncy castles. For more information and to buy tickets visit www. greatkentchillifestival.co.uk

Legends of Brands Hatch Superfix, Brands Hatch Circuit, Longfield, DA3 8NG This sumptuous summer spectacular will pay tribute to the heroes of yesteryear, with all kinds of cars from the past five decades of motor racing set to star. For more information and to book visit www.brandshatch.co.uk

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Armed Forces Community Fun Day, The Leas Cliff Hall, CT20 2XL 11am-4.30pm. An action packed day to celebrate and honour those that serve and have served in the Armed Forces with lots of arena displays, band performances, small children’s funfair, Tug of War – Cadets’ Competition and much more. For more information visit www. folkestonetc.kentparishes.gov.uk

Run or Dye, Penshurst Place, Tonbridge, TN11 8DG Run or Dye is a chance to experience THE most colour-filled day with family and friends to celebrate friendship, fitness, and fun. Penshurst Place offers an iconic venue and beautiful course to enjoy a walk, run or dance while being covered in huge amounts of colour. For more information visit www. runordye.co.uk

Sun 1 Jul

Rhythm ‘n’ Blues, Quex Park & Powell Cotton Museum, Birchington, CT7 0BH

12noon–5pm. Enjoy a walk around the beautiful garden. The tea room will be open from 12noon serving delicious homemade cakes and cream teas. For more information visit www.belmont-house.org

11am-5.30pm. Take along your comfy chairs, rugs and a picnic and relax in the stunning surroundings of Quex Gardens. With entertainment provided by incredible local musicians and good company, what more could you want for a lazy Sunday? For more information visit www.quexpark.co.uk

NGS Open Garden Day, Belmont House and Gardens, Faversham, ME13 0HH

Summer Vintage Fair, Chiddingstone Castle, TN8 7AD 11am-4.30pm.You are invited to enjoy a festival of vintage for all the family in Chiddingstone Castle’s grounds. For more information visit www.chiddingstonecastle.org.uk

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Fri 6 - Sun 8 Jul

Kent County Show 2018, Kent Showground, Maidstone, ME14 3JF 8am-6pm. A hands-on show with access to the cattle marquee, shire stables on site, flower and woodland craft workshops, cookery demonstrations, more live music. For more information and to book visit www.kentshowground.co.uk

Sat 7 Jul

Medieval Pageant, Various Locations in Canterbury Go along to this colourful parade featuring historical characters, local schools and community and re-enactment groups, giants, music and medieval mayhem. From near the Westgate Towers at 11am to

the Marlowe Theatre at around 12.30pm this is a must see event. For more information visit www. canterburymedievalpageant.co.uk

National Meadows Day, Nationwide The vision is for people to celebrate National Meadows Day in their own city, village, parish, wildlife reserve, allotment or farm all over the UK. For more information visit www. magnificentmeadows.org.uk

Sat 7 Jul – Sun 15 Jul Hythe Festival of Arts and Heritage 2018, Various Locations

The festival kicks off with a colourful parade in the High Street followed by a two day extravaganza of fun on the Green with music, dancing, drama, stalls to browse and displays to enjoy. There will be an Art Trail, Canal Concert and much more. For more information visit www.hythefestival. co.uk

Sat 7 Jul – Sun 2 Sep

Discworld & Beyond, Maidstone Museum, ME14 1LH Paul Kidby is best known as the illustrator of Terry Pratchett’s Discworld books. This exhibition showcases the wonderful book covers and illustrations for Pratchett’s novels, including favourite characters like Rincewind, the Wee Free Men and of course, Death! To book visit www. maidstonemuseum.org

Sun 8 Jul

Classic Car Show, Dover Transport Museum, CT16 2JX 10.30am-5pm. Go along to see a superb collection of classic cars. There will be St. Thomas locomotive, mini railway rides and BBQ. Inside have fun with a large interactive model railway and children’s activities. Charges apply. For more information visit www.dovertransportmuseum. org.uk

Sat 14 Jul

Big Day Out, Mote Park, Maidstone, ME15 7RN Go along to this family-friendly, multi-genre music festival. A fantastic line-up including Alexandra Burke and more. The Kids Zone includes superheroes, circus school, archery and interactive workshops. Plus Paw Patrol’s Rubble and Peter Rabbit will make appearances throughout the day. For more information visit www. bigdayoutfestival.com

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