Hand-picked events from the editor July 14
Digging Deep at Dunorlan Park with Tunbridge Wells Museum
Find out about life 1,000 years ago by visiting the camp of Saxon and Viking re-enactors. Have a go at candle-rolling, try on a warrior’s helmet, make a braid and much more. The free, drop-in activity takes place
between 11am and 4pm for all ages, but children must be accompanied at all times. Contact Tunbridge Wells Museum & Art Gallery: 01892 554171
July 14 Wildflower Survey Day Sundridge Hill, Cuxton
Ranscombe is famous throughout Britain for its rare plants of the arable fields. Learn how to identify them and carry out a scientific survey
of their numbers. A training day suitable for beginners who want to learn more about plant identification and survey techniques, booking is essential. For bookings or more information call 01634 292062.
July 21 – August 12 Sculpture In The Gardens Godinton House, Ashford
This is Godinton’s eighth annual exhibition of contemporary work by artists of the South East. The sculptures are displayed throughout the 12 acres of
gardens and include a trail through the wild garden where mature trees, swaying grasses and the reflections of a large wild pond make the perfect backdrop.
July 27 - Aug 12 Medieval Games Leeds Castle, Maidstone
Visit Leeds Castle for some real English games. Enjoy a variety of demonstrations and displays, including twice-daily jousting tournaments, and have a go at traditional sports from the Middle Ages.
July 28 Walk Ten Kent Sissinghurst Castle
Light up the night for Marie Curie Nurses with a 10K walk with a difference. Enjoy a twilight stroll and soak
up the rich atmosphere of the castle with its stunning views of the Kentish landscape. Explore the woods, farmland
and streams surrounding the grand Elizabethan house while the sun sets and raise money to help the continuing provision of care for terminally ill patients. After the walk, join the festival-like atmosphere to celebrate the work of local Marie Curie nurses with live music and family entertainment. The evening will end with a fireworks display. For more information or to register, contact the events team on 08700 340 040.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk
National Trust Images/ Jonathan Buckley
Special Events Summer 2012:
Sunday 15 July - Japanese Day - 11am to 4pm
Wednesday 15 August, 6.30pm Open Air Garden Theatre - Pride and Prejudice
Friday 24 August 6.30pm Open Air Garden Theatre - Romeo & Juliet
Sunday 16 September - Country Fair 11am to 5pm
Open Sunday to Wednesday
A Great Day out for the whole family Chiddingstone Castle
Chiddingstone Castle, Hill Hoath Road Chiddingstone, Kent, TN8 7AD
8 Mid Kent Living
www.chiddingstonecastle.org.uk 01892 870347
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