CHRISTMASINKENT
ALL THINGS CHRISTMAS IN KENT CONT .
27th November - 12th December Rochester Christmas Market www . visitmedway . org / whats-on / christmas-in-medway-2021
Set in the heart of the historic and pretty town of Rochester , this traditional Christmas market will once again return to the picturesque Rochester Castle Gardens . Seek out unusual stocking fillers , unique and personalised gifts and , of course , delicious mulled-wine . There will be fun for all the family including live performances , a funfair and a Bavarian food village .
27th November - 24th December Experience Christmas at Kent Life www . kentlife . org . uk
Kent ’ s award-winning heritage park is not only hosting Father Christmas in his glittering grotto this year but also lots of other festive activities for children . Graduate from ‘ elf school ’, learn about Victorian Christmas traditions in Petts Farmhouse , snuggle up in front of some Christmas films in the Chapel , visit the new sweet shop , stop off for mulled wine and food , decorate gingerbread or make some reindeer food . Make sure you book in advance to get a personalised letter from Father Christmas !
27th November - 3rd January The Night Before Christmas , Scotney Castle www . nationaltrust . org . uk
Step back in time this winter and immerse yourself in an Edwardian Christmas , just as the Hussey family would have enjoyed when they lived there . The castle will be decorated in traditional Edwardian style , with glowing fires , decked halls and towering , twinkling Christmas trees .
1st & 12th December Christmas Wreath Making www . theflintpath . com / workshops
Create a traditional and natural Christmas wreath for your home at this class in the rustic Old Mill Studio in Blean . Guests will be shown a step-by-step demonstration on how to make a beautiful Christmas wreath using natural
foliage , leafy sprigs , plus some extra decorative touches . With hot drinks and a glass of fizz along with seasonal refreshments to keep up your winter fuel while you are busy crafting , this is a lovely class in which to embrace some Christmas creativity .
2nd December A Christmas Carol , Theatre Royal Margate www . margate-live . com / whatson-event / a-christmas-carol-2
Actor John O ’ Connor ( Before We Die , Channel 4 ) faithfully recreates Charles Dickens ’ s famous performance of his best-loved ghost story . The ideal way for theatre and literature lovers to get in the Christmas mood and avoid being a Scrooge this year .
2nd December Christmas Port and Cheese Tasting , Hotel Du Vin Tunbridge Wells www . localwineschool . com / kent / port-cheese-tasting / 15789
Enrich your senses this Christmas at Hotel Du Vin who are hosting ‘ Local Wine School ’ for a Christmas Port and Cheese Tasting . Delectable !
3rd - 5th December Spa Valley ’ s The Polar Express Train Ride www . spavalleythepolarexpressride . com
An enchanting train journey to the ‘ North Pole ’ and back , this is a chance for children to meet their favourite icons from the beloved movie . Be entertained by the conductor , dancing chefs , a mysterious ghost , and of course the magical Santa Claus himself on this immersive theatre train that magically retells the story of the Polar Express whilst travelling across the Kent countryside and back .
3rd - 24th December Little Fox ’ s Christmas Garden , The Brook Theatre www . medwayticketslive . co . uk / event / little-foxs-christmas-garden
With interactive games , songs , dances , a thrilling storyline and larger than life characters , this sweet Christmas show is designed to fuel the imaginations of small children and gently stimulate their senses . It ’ s the perfect introduction to theatre for young audiences . A heartwarming tale about how a little fox saves Christmas .
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