Hand-picked events from the editor
January 27 The Wedding
Experience Kent Event Centre, Detling
FREE
This wedding show hosts over 120 exhibitors in one vast arena and also features bridal changing rooms so that brides-to-be can try and buy on the day. A fabulous wedding shopping experience located right in the heart of Kent. Free show guide, magazines and bridal bag for all couples. Starts from 10.30am to 4pm.
FEBRUARY February 1
Candlelit Ghost Tour Fort Amherst, Chatham Enjoy a lantern-lit tour around one of Kent’s most paranormal active locations and hear tales of strange occurrences in the 300 year history of Fort Amherst. Many of these tales have been handed down through history and generations ... but all are said to be true! The event start from 8pm to 9pm. Tickets are £10 each and is unsuitable for children under 8 years old. Pre-booking essential.
February 9 Steve Steinman’s
Vampires Rock Margate Winter Gardens, Margate
February 9 & 10
This concert lives up to its rocking reputation. X Factor winner Sam Bailey will be stepping into the shoes of legendary singer and actress Toyah Willcox who played the part for two years performing over 200 shows. Doors open at 6.45pm for 7.30pm start. Tickets are £28.50.
February 10 Snowdrop and Early
Spring Plant Fair Hole Park, Cranbrook
FREE
A Plant fair in the lovely gounds of the park, not normally open at this time of the year, offers a wonderful display of seasonal
shrubs and trees. Attending are a number of specialist nurseries offering a wide range of bulbs, plants, shrubs and trees and especially Snowdrops. The event starts from 11am to 3pm. Entry fee is £4 and children go free, includes access to grounds.
February 10
Gosport Boat Jumble The Hop Farm, Paddock Wood
FREE
A very popular sale of new and used boating, fishing & sailing equipment, plus nautical antiques. The event will open from 10am to 2pm. Entry is £4. For more details contact
boatjumbles@yahoo.com.
February 14
Romance Tour Maidstone Museum, Maidstone
February 9
Darwin Day - Charles’ Creepy Critters Down House, Downe
Come and enjoy the Charles’ Creepy Critters experience. Get hands-on, close-up with some of the exotic animals that Darwin himself might have met on his travels and studied here. Meet the likes of snakes, lizards, tarantulas and tortoises. Sessions run from 11am, 12 noon, 1pm and 2pm. Adult tick- ets are £12 and child tickets are £7.20. Tickets are available to purchase by calling 0370 333 1181.
12 Mid Kent Living
Bring your loved-one to something different on Valentine’s night and make the museum your soppy spot. Prosecco (or soft drink alternative) and nibbles on arrival, then join the curators on a tour of the museum’s amorous artefacts. Tours start at 6.30pm and 7.30pm. Tickets are £10 per person or £8 for MMF members.
February 16
Trash and Treasure St Nicholas at Wade, Thanet
FREE
This event is a perfect chance to find what you’ve been looking for! Stalls of china, glass, books, jewellery, antiques, furniture, and more. All items on sale have been donated, mainly by the local community. Tea & coffee available. For more information, contact
coldwell.home@gmail.com.
February 16
Ruby Turner Hazlitt Theatre, Maidstone
For many years Ruby Turner has been regarded as having one of the greatest voices the UK has ever produced. Starts at 7.30pm. Call 01622 758611 to book your tickets.
FREE
Tree detectives Scotney Castle, Lamberhurst Enjoy a 90 minute, family-friendly walk round the Scotney Estate between 11:30am and 2pm. Meet with knowledgeable guides who will help to identify and explain the importance of the trees you encounter. The bark, the buds and what you find under the trees is all you will need - but clue sheets might also help! This is a free event but booking is required. Call 01892 893 868 to secure a place. Dogs on leads welcome.
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