Hand-picked events from the editor
Festive Fair Leeds Castle, Nr Maidstone November 19 & 20
A stress-free Christmas shopping experience and day out for all the family. Traditional and innovative gift ideas, stocking fillers and festive food and drink in a heated and carpeted marquee on the Cedar Lawn.
Christmas Floral Demonstrations Ightham Mote, Sevenoaks November 23 & 30
Watch and learn as Pauline Trigg explains the art of flower arranging and makes beautiful festive displays. This followed by a two-course lunch in the restaurant and an opportunity to win the flower arrangements in a raffle.
Dickens Christmas Market Rochester Castle November 30 – December 18
Set in the beautiful grounds of Rochester Castle, and just a few steps from Rochester's picture-postcard Victorian High Street, the market will be open Wednesdays to Sundays. Come along and enjoy a truly festive atmosphere; trees filled with twinkling fairy lights, the smell of roasted chestnuts and an array of wonderful German-style Christmas market huts selling a range of Christmas gifts, hand-crafted goods and festive fayre. In addition, street entertainers and Dickensian characters mingle among the revellers, while bands and carol singers entertain visitors to the market.
DECEMBER
Around the World with Monty Don Hadlow College December 6
Monty Don will be delivering a fascinating lecture, entitled Around the World with Monty. Tickets to see this esteemed writer and TV programme presenter of Gardeners’ World and the highly acclaimed BBC2 series Monty Don’s Italian Gardens are bound to be extremely popular and early booking is essential. Telephone 01732 853211 for further information.
The Weird and Wonderful World of Orchids Jeffery Harrison Visitor Centre, Sevenoaks Reserve December 9
Orchids have played a part in myths and legends and been used as aphrodisiacs since ancient times. However, their real role is to attract pollinating insects and they do this in some quite extraordinary ways. Irene and John Palmer present this illustrated talk. Info: David Nimmo, 01689 828831.
Seasonal Workshop Godinton House, Ashford December 10
Enjoy the ambience of the Great Hall while learning how to make festive swags and table decorations. Make your own wreath to take home and adorn your door. Booking essential.
Eerie Overnight Ghost Hunts Kent Life, Maidstone December 16
Described as one of the most haunted museums in the county, Kent Life has teamed up with the Haunted Happenings team to try and unravel a number of mysteries around the historic site. The ghosts and spirits include that of a German Fighter Pilot whose plane crashed on the site, and a young woman who has been seen wandering around the pond near the original Oast House. Visitors will be put in groups and invited to explore the grounds guided by an experienced medium with vigils set to take place along with séances. For more information please visit
www.hauntedhappenings.co.uk
West Malling Farmers’ Market High Street, West Malling December 18
With over 27 regular stalls selling a wide range of fresh local produce and seasonal goods, this farmers’ market is well worth a visit. Open 9.30am to 1.30pm
Yuletide Wander Bedgebury National Pinetum, Goudhurst December 19
Find out how early native Americans navigated their way through forests. 10am to 12noon. Booking is essential. Aged 5+ years.
Boxing Day Walk Shorne Woods Country Park, Gravesend December 26
Join the warden team on this two-hour guided walk. Enjoy the winter fresh air and burn off some of those Christmas calories.
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