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ALL THINGS CHRISTMAS IN KENT
WITH EVERYTHING FROM ACTIVITIES , MARKETS AND DAYS OUT , TO CLASSES , CRAFTS , PERFORMANCES AND SO MUCH MORE THIS YEAR , KENT REALLY HAS EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO FULFIL YOUR YULETIDE DESIRES . MAKE CHRISTMAS 2021 THE LOVELIEST YET , WITH OUR FESTIVE EVENT GUIDE , PERFECT FOR GETTING ANYONE INTO THE FESTIVE SPIRIT AND READY TO WELCOME THIS SEASON WITH CHEER . PREPARE TO MAKE PRECIOUS MEMORIES TO LAST FOR YEARS TO COME , WHETHER THEY BE WITH ALL THE FAMILY , CHERISHED FRIENDS OR THAT SPECIAL SOMEONE .
CANTERBURY CHRISTMAS MARKET WINTERLAND BLUEWATER CHRISTMAS AT BEDGEBURY
10th - 20th November White Christmas at the Marlowe Theatre www . marlowetheatre . com / shows / white-christmas
Enjoy a spectacular , toe-tapping production of Irving Berlin ’ s classic musical , White Christmas . Direct from the West End ‘ this terrific dose of pure escapism ’ ( The Times ) will be lighting up The Marlowe this November . A tale of love and friendship , White Christmas features the dazzling songs “ Blue Skies , Sisters ” and the most famous festive song of all , “ White Christmas ”.
12th November to 24th December Canterbury Christmas Market at Whitefriars www . canterburychristmasmarket . co . uk
Canterbury is the perfect city in which to begin a magnificent Christmas . Already setting picturesque wintery scenes with its historic buildings , cobbled streets and great shopping , The Christmas Market wonderfully elevates the Christmas spirit of the city even more so . Browse boutique stalls of handmade gifts , artisan treats and much more , as delicious foods , mulled wine and cheerful Christmas music enlighten your senses with the feeling of festivity .
12th November - 3rd January Winterland Bluewater www . winterlandbluewater . com
A spectacular festive event brand new for 2021 . Boasting an incredible selection of rides , games , attractions and festive treats , Winterland will be sure to help you and your family end the year with excitement and make special memories together .
From 13th November Father Christmas at Ruxley Manor www . ruxley-manor . co . uk / grotto
Returning to Ruxley Manor on the 13th November , Father Christmas will be ready to meet in his grotto along with his happy elves . A very special and highly recommended Santa ’ s Grotto that has come back year after year due to popular demand .
Starting 25th November West Malling Flowers Christmas Wreath Workshop www . westmallingflowers . co . uk / workshops
Based in the centre of the picturesque town , West Malling Flowers ’ Christmas Workshop provides the perfect setting to gather with friends and get creative when it comes to decorating your home this Christmas . All the equipment and materials you need , including containers , flowers and foliage , are provided . You will go home with not only the beautiful Christmas decorations you have made , but lots of new skills in floristry as well .
Starting 26th November Christmas at Bedgebury www . forestryengland . uk / christmasatbedgebury
Over a million lights , twinkling reflections and seasonal sounds will fill the air with festive fun at
Bedgebury this Christmas . A truly sensational spectacle that will have visitors in awe and delight as they witness this truly unforgettable display of coloured lights that glow and illuminate the trees , lakes and grounds at Bedgebury .
27th & 28th November Wartime Christmas at the Royal Engineers Museum www . re-museum . co . uk / events / wartime-christmas
Take a step back in time to the 1940s at The Royal Engineers Museum . Get a vintage makeover , watch live demonstrations , or browse the market for festive handicrafts and treats . Meet enchanting reenactors and discover how ordinary people and animals helped the war effort on the Home Front . Guests can even learn to Lindy Hop with the Maidstone Lindyhoppers and sing carols with the Brompton and Invicta Military Wives Choir . Little ones can visit ‘ Sapper Santa ’ s Grotto and Workshop , where they can write letters , receive a special gift and create their own Christmas treasures !
27th & 28th November Sissinghurst Castle Christmas Market www . nationaltrust . org . uk
A delightful Christmas Market creates a vibrant , festive atmosphere at Sissinghurst Castle every year . Full of producers selling local food , drink , crafts and produce that are sure to fill you with inspiration for all those special gifts , plus treats for you and the family . With live entertainment throughout the weekend too .
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