August 26, 27 & 28 Spa Valley Railway West Station Royal Tunbridge Wells Join in the 20th anniversary celebrations of the re- opening of the picturesque Spa Valley Railway line between Tunbridge Wells and Groombridge. Often described as the South East's friendliest railway, visitors
August 19 & 20 Combined Ops Headcorn Aerodrome, This unique event has a variety of vintage and modern aircraft displays, on the ground and in the air. A family event, it includes
static military vehicles, living history re-enactments, arena events, military stalls, children’s entertainment and food.
One of the most amazing sights is always the arrival of the Lancaster and the Spitfire from the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight (BBMF). If you’ve never been close up to these amazing machines and their pilots, this is the time.
August 19
South East Air Show Herne Bay seafront A fantastic family day out, which starts at 10am with ground attractions. Flying displays
commence from 12.30pm, with the Red Arrows, Eurofighter and planes from the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight. Live
August 23
Discover Dungeness Day Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway, New Romney The Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway is teaming up with EDF Visitor Centre and Romney Marsh Countryside Partnership to help you discover and explore Dungeness. Travel in style on the train leaving New Romney at 9.40am, join Owen Leyshon, EDF Station Guide, for a welcome to Dungeness and nature trail to Dungeness Power Station Visitor Centre, where you will plant yellow horn poppies or wild carrot seeds. Enjoy lunch (extra charge) or bring a packed lunch before joining the
1.30pm Exploring Electricity tour, before catching the 4pm train back to New Romney. Suitable for children aged 8+ and adults. Adults: £10, children: £5. Pre-book tickets by August 1 by calling 01797 362353.
www.rhdr.org.uk
12 Mid Kent Living Image: Spa Valley © Frank Richards, Spa Valley
music from 6.30pm until 9.30pm includes the chance to rock around the clock tower with the American Four Tops and Rubber Biscuit, a 10+ piece rhythm‘n’blues and soul band.
And don’t miss the amazing
Aerosparx display at dusk! Visitors are advised to leave their cars at home and travel by public transport.
www.hernebayairshow.co.uk
August 24-28 Sandwich Festival Town Centre & Quay Green The Sandwich Festival brings the bank holiday weekend to life, with a programme of activities, street stalls, a food market, and favourite fun and games. Free parking in Cow Leas Meadow and free entry. This year’s programme includes special events in honour of the 800th anniversary of the Battle of Sandwich. The newly refurbished Sandwich museum will be open daily from 10am to 4pm.
www.sandwichevents.org.uk
/sandwich-festival Free event.
can get to see and travel on steam and diesel locomotives in addition to the home fleet.
www.spavalleyrailway.co.uk
August 27
Music on the Green Bearsted Green Maidstone This family-friendly music festival features a kid’s zone with circus skills workshop, festival bar and a range of boutique food stalls — but you can bring your own picnic and just enjoy the music. Acts this year include The Mofos, The Kick-Backs, Jason Allen and Reyes. Adults £12, concessions £8, under 3s £1, family tickets £35. 12-9.30pm. Tickets must be
purchased in advance from:
www.musiconthegreen.co.uk
August 28 Ice Cream Festival Kent Life, Maidstone Join in the festivities as Kent Life hosts its second Ice Cream Festival. Following the success of
last year’s event, Kent Life has scooped up some of the region’s top ice cream vendors, chocolatiers and sweet stalls. Learn how ice cream is made in the ice cream workshop and take part in the regular animal activities in the park.
www.kentlife.org.uk
SEPTEMBER
September 1 – 3 Handmade and Homegrown
Hever Castle & Gardens Celebrate all things handmade and homegrown in the heart of the glorious Kent countryside and browse the work of local artisans. Demonstrations from skilled craftspeople; local craft and
food stalls; art displays. Features the annual Patchwork and Quilting Exhibition with workshops for children and adult beginners. Entry to castle and gardens: adult £15.90, child £8.95.
www.hevercastle.co.uk
FREE EVENT
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