Hand-picked events from the editor
October 20–28 Broadwitch Haunt Fest
Broadditch Farm, New Barn Road, Southfleet
Fun for the whole family. From 11am – 5pm, board the tractor trailer and journey to be entertained by Freaky Forest folks. You will have a wizard time, as the farm’s batty band keep you spellbound with their amusing and delightful antics. Visit the spooky castle, Pumpkin carving workshops, enjoy some Monster madness. Prices from £2 – visit
www.spookycastle.co.uk The scare factor goes up after dark – and when it comes to thrills, chills and non-stop action, Broadwitch Hauntfest delivers. If you’re not screaming, you’re already dead!
October 20 – November 3 Canterbury Festival
One of the most important cultural events in the South East, the Festival brings a rich mixture of performing arts from around the world to surprise and delight audiences. Poetry, music, film, dance, art, guided walks, drama – even magic! – at venues throughout the city. Guests this year include John Suchet, Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Marcus Brigstocke and Voces8.
www.canterburyfestival.co.uk
October 21 FREE
Support Maidstone & Mid-Kent Mind and help raise awareness of mental health by taking part in either the 5k or 10k fun run. No entry fee, but donations and sponsorships welcome. Limited to 100 places – so book early!” Full details from
www.maidstonemind.org
October 21 Fast Love The Central Theatre, Chatham
Direct from London’s West End, this musical tribute to George Michael will have you dancing in the aisles! Tickets from www.
medwayticketslive.co.uk, 01634 338338
12 Mid Kent Living October 25 - 27
Maidstone and Mid- Kent Mind Fun Run Mote Park, Maidstone
October 23 Beastie Day
Brogdale Farm, Brogdale Road, Faversham
Get up close to the mega bugs before going on your very own bug hunt in the Brogdale Orchards and discovery all the important creatures living amongst the apples. Finish the day with a fun insect inspired crafty session. Tickets must be booked in advance. 1 Adult & 1 Child: £7.50; Additional adults : £7.50; Additional Child: £6.50
www.brogdalecollections.org
October 25 Hallowe’en Horrors #Freaks Fort Amherst, Chatham
Fright night for those aged 12-16 starts at 7pm, over 16s begins at 8pm - £16.50 pre booked (£20 on the door).
www.fortamherst.com
October 26 Hallowe’en Pumpkin Hunt
St. Mary’s Abbey, Swan Street, West Malling
A ghoulish adventure hunting pumpkins to raise funds for Demelza Hospice Care for Children. From 1.30pm - 3pm. Join the Pumpkin Moon Halloween Pumpkin Hunt in West Malling where children will collect treats along the spooky trail. Plus prizes for the best fancy dress costumes! Children will be given their own Pumpkin Passport to get stamped and will receive treats at stops along the route. Dress up in your most original Halloween costumes for the chance to win a fantastic family prize! The Halloween Pumpkin Hunt is open to children aged 3-11 and costs just £5 to join. Grown ups and under 3s are free.
www.demelza.org.uk/ pumpkin-hunt
October 28
Maidstone Ramblers Walk Trosley Country Park
Starting at 10am, this ramble covers some 6.7 miles along the North Downs Way, via Pilgrim’s Way, the Coldrum Stones, ending at Trosley Court.
www.ramblers.org.uk/maidstone
NOVEMBER
November 2 The Rocky Horror Picture Show Detling Village Hall, Detling
The Detling Players Film Club present this classic, hilarious film. Two stranded travellers find themselves at the mercy of an eccentric doctor and his mad guests. Visitors are encouraged to dress up and sing along to the well-known songs. Refreshments available. Tickets only £6 on the door. Doors open 6.45pm for 7.30pm start.
November 2–4 Kent Christmas Fair
Maidstone Exhibition Hall, Kent County Showground, Detling
An opportunity to meet some of Britain’s most talented makers and purchase different and inspirational gifts for Christmas. Tickets £6 and £5 in advance, £7 and £6 on the door.
www.ruralcraftsassociation.co.uk
November 10 Mote Park Tree Walk Maidstone
Chiddingstone Castle School of Witchcraft and Wizardry Hill Hoath Road, Edenbridge
Children aged 6 – 10 are invited to meet the School’s Head Wizard and be ‘sorted’ into their house, before attending special classes of Potion Making, Choir Practice, Spell School and, of course, the Flying School! Classes from 10.30am-1pm and 2-4.30pm. Pre-booking essential. Tickets £14.50 per child; £10 per accompanying adult.
A guided walk around Mote Park with the Chairman of the Mote Park Fellowship to look at the fascinating and varied trees that call Mote Park their home. This popular event will introduce you to some of the history of the park as well as the importance it plays in protecting some of the oldest trees in the country. The walk is 9:00am - 12:00pm and is priced at £2.50 per person. Meet at the cafe. Tickets need to be purchased in advance from
www.motepark-
fellowship.org.uk
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