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A VICTORY HARVEST- 1940s WEEKEND Kent Life, Maidstone 10- 11 Oct
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OCT 2026
HALLOWEEN HALF TERM FUN Hever Castle & Gardens, Edenbridge 17 Oct- 1 Nov
For one weekend only, step back in time to the 1940s and experience harvest season during wartime Britain. Spend time in authentic wartime school lessons, learn about the crucial roles of the Worldwide Veterinary Service( WVS) and nursing services. Alongside RAF troops in training, the hardworking land army and even a wartime harvest festival service in the chapel.
The start of the spooky season sees Hever Castle & Gardens transform into a spine-tingling, haunted experience as Spooktacular Science takes over the grounds throughout Halloween half term. Young visitors can embark on Hever’ s Mad Scientists Trail, searching for spellbinding clues and curious creations along the way, alongside craft activities and science-themed fun to discover while you’ re there.
10am- 5pm From £ 14pp kentlife. org. uk
10.30am- 4.30pm Included in general admission hevercastle. co. uk
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OCT 2026
THE MAGIC OF THE BEATLES Leas Cliff Hall, Folkestone
Come together for one night to witness the sensational The Magic of the Beatles; the band not only looks and sounds like the famous four, but also brings an excitable energy to every performance, making the group one of the best Beatles tribute acts in the world. Enjoy a number of classic songs- including‘ Hey Jude’ and‘ Here Comes the Sun’- for an evening that takes you back to the golden age of pop music.
7.30pm- 9.30pm From £ 28.08pp leascliffhall. co. uk
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OCT 2026
WILLOW WEAVING COURSE Brogdale, Faversham
1 NOV 2026
TONBRIDGE ANNUAL FIREWORK DISPLAY Tonbridge Castle, Tonbridge
A perfect introduction to the art of willow weaving, which is recognised as one of the oldest crafts in the world, dating back to 8,000 BC in Egypt. The workshop will introduce you to traditional skills forged through centuries of practice. Start the day by learning about different types of willow, handling the materials and learning about why particular willows are used. The rest of the day will be spent crafting a small basket for you to take home.
Back for another year, the annual fireworks display is set on the Tonbridge Racecourse Sports Ground and is hosting a Halloween theme this year. Featuring a soundtrack of spooky songs and spectacular fireworks, the vibrant atmosphere is paired with a number of food stalls and live music across the evening. The event is family-friendly and suitable for all ages.
10am- 4pm £ 85pp brogdalecollections. org
5pm- 7.30pm From £ 8.50pp tonbridgecastle. org www. insidekent. co. uk • 23