FATHER ’ SDAY
Father ’ s Day in Kent CONT .
The Hop Farm - Paul Weller on 18th June and Keane on 19th June ( ww . thehopfarm . co . uk )
A huge outdoor show at The Hop Farm , Paul Weller fans can enjoy live performances of the influential artist ’ s new material and classics from his back catalogue such as Wild Wood , Wake Up The Nation and You Do Something To Me . The next day , after a six-year hiatus , Keane will make a long overdue return with their 2019 studio album Cause and Effect and a triumphant sellout UK tour . Playing hit singles such as Somewhere Only We Know , Everybody ’ s Changing , This Is The Last Time , and Bedshaped , their songs come from one of the biggest selling albums in UK chart history and secured Keane ’ s place as one of Britain ’ s best-loved bands .
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BLACK DEER FESTIVAL
CAMRA BEER FESTIVAL
Black Deer Festival at Eridge Park ( www . blackdeerfestival . com )
A new Americana and country music festival , Black Deer Festival ’ s founders have produced and directed some of the UK ’ s most loved legendary Americana artists such as Neil Young , the Eagles and Bob Dylan . The festival represents not only this genre of music but also the Americana way of life with the best of a bygone rural era made relevant right now . Wholesome food and drink , artisan wares and custombuilt motorcycles will be just some of the things , in addition to the music , that pay homage to the cultural heritage of America . Black Deer Festival is great for all the family and includes a Young Folk section with activities for children .
CAMRA Beer Festival , Tenterden Town Station Friday 17th June
A brilliant way to embrace both a warm summer ’ s day and the best of Kent ’ s beer and ale , CAMRA ( Campaign for Real Ale ) is back with its annual Beer Festival in the characterful location of Tenterden Town Station . On Friday evening from 6.30pm to 10.30pm visitors will have the chance to sample some of the country ’ s best real ales and chat to the makers . On Saturday , there will be food , a BBQ , live music and cask and ale cider available . There will also be traditional steam trains from the Kent and East Sussex Railway running throughout the day on Saturday too , so take dad for an unforgettable ride through beautiful Kentish countryside , complete with beer in hand !
King ’ s Hill Music Festival , Saturday 18th June ( www . spitfirekingshill . co . uk )
Now an established sellout one-day festival , this year ’ s King ’ s Hill Music Festival sees the return of Get Carter funky blues band , The Real Deal , Decades show band and Taking Care Of Vegas ! Held at the award-winning Spitfire at Kings Hill , this is sure to be a great day for drinking , eating and watching some brilliant music acts in the sunshine . Starting at 1pm and going on into the evening .
Father ’ s Day Lunch at The Tiger Inn , Stowting
Kent County winners of the National Pub and Bar Awards 2022 , The Tiger Inn specialise in real ales , craft beers , wonderful wine and freshly prepared food made using the finest ingredients from the Garden of England . Situated in the picturesque village of Stowting , The Tiger Inn is a true country destination pub ; a great location for dad to unwind and have a lovely meal of gastropub food with a twist . With interesting premium dishes and classic pub food done to perfection , The Tiger Inn is a place to suit all palates .
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