ARTS + ENTERTAINMENT in the DIARY cont..
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20
JUL 2026
SUMMER PLANT FAIR Dixter House & Gardens, Northiam 20- 21 Jul
A date-to-save local event, Dixter House and Gardens is holding their annual Summer Plant Fair. A rustic setting with 30 stalls made up of local and national nurseries and florists, enjoy exploring a range of plants, shrubs and exotic species. There will also be the famous cake stall, serving a range of handmade bakes, tea and coffee alongside the sausage and soup stall. The entrance fee for the Plant Fair grants access to Dixter House and Gardens.
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21
JUL 2026
FAWLTY TOWERS THE PLAY The Marlowe Theatre, Canterbury 21- 25 Jul
A brand-new stage adaptation by comedy legend John Cleese and directed by Caroline Jay Ranger, this laugh-out-loud production has just finished its sellout West End season. Bringing sharp wit and chaos to each scene, the 18-strong cast will bring to life your favourite moments from the classic sitcom show, with Basil Fawlty played by Danny Bayne and the bumbling Major Gowen by Paul Nicholas.
11am- 4pm £ 16pp greatdixter. co. uk
7.30pm, 2.30pm( Wed, Thur & Sat) From £ 40pp marlowetheatre. com
24
JUL 2026
TONBRIDGE CRICKET CLUB VS PCA ENGLAND LEGENDS Tonbridge Cricket Club, Tonbridge
Join the Tonbridge Cricket Club for their 225th anniversary celebration taking on the PCA Legends, a team of ex-international cricketers. Free general admission to the grounds, where there will be entertainment, food and drink, and access to a host of cricketing legends. Alternatively, you can get a Hospitality Marquee ticket, giving you access to a three-course lunch, player Q & As, auctions and much more. Tickets for Hospitality Marquee Access are £ 150pp.
11am- 8pm Free admission tonbridgecc. co. uk
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26
JUL 2026
THE MOST WUTHERING HEIGHTS DAY EVER Folkestone Harbour Arm, Folkestone
A famous community-driven event held in various locations around the world, hundreds of participants get dressed up in red dresses and recreate the iconic music video for Kate Bush’ s 1978 hit Wuthering Heights. The dancing celebration attracts a large number of spectators; with a surreal atmosphere, the day explores artistic freedom and brings out Folkestone’ s community spirit.
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24
JUL 2026
FALCONRY DISPLAY Hever Castle & Gardens, Edenbridge 24- 27, 31 July
On selected days in July and August, visitors to the castle and gardens will be able to witness falconry displays from Willow’ s Bird of Prey Centre. You will be able to get up close with different breeds and watch these incredible birds in action. While you’ re there, you can also discover the ancient art of falconry with owls, eagles and hawks.
11am- 6pm Free admission mostwutheringheightsdayfolkestone. co. uk
Displays at 11am and 15.30pm Included in general admission hevercastle. co. uk.
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