EVENTS
KENT EVENTS ( APRIL 2023 )
MONSTERS OF THE DEEP
1 APRIL - 19 NOVEMBER MONSTERS OF THE DEEP The Historic Dockyard , Chatham www . thedockyard . co . uk Time : 10am - 5pm | Price : FREE With Entry Ticket
Take a deep breath and plunge down to the dark murky depths of the ocean and discover the monsters that lurk beneath . Are there krakens with tentacles two miles long and giant sharks as big as skyscrapers ?
Explore the centuries-old myths and legends , when chance sightings and odd appearances led to tall tales of deep sea creatures . Learn how , even today , these stories continue to capture imaginations , fuelled by fake news and conspiracy theories . Become a 19th century pioneer scientist aboard HMS Challenger and advance our understanding of the sea . Handle real objects , try out the microscopes and understand what it felt like to be an explorer aboard a floating laboratory . Progress to the modern day and discover how today ’ s scientists explore the seas aboard submersibles , going deeper and further into uncharted waters . Get lost amongst specially selected specimens , the real monsters of the deep – more beautiful and fantastical than any of us could have imagined .
1 - 16 APRIL EASTER FUN AT THE FARM The Hop Farm , Tonbridge www . thehopfarm . co . uk Time : 10am - 4.30pm Price : Family Park Entry £ 4pp , Under 1s Free
Enter the magical Hop Farm Family Park and enjoy masses of fun , from the outdoor adventure play park to mini golf . Visit the animal farm and get up close to a variety of species including donkeys , llamas , alpacas , bunnies , ducks and more . The kids can also let off steam on the ever popular Giant Jumping Pillows , in the indoor soft play centre and on the thrilling kids rides and inflatables . This Easter , delight in beautiful spring lambs , super cute piglets and eggciting bank holiday weekend Easter trails .
1 - 16 APRIL EASTER FAMILY FUN Hever Castle , Edenbridge www . hevercastle . co . uk Time : 10.30am - 5.30pm Price : Included with Admission *
Make some special family memories this spring with an Easter quest and egg-cellent craft egg decorating workshop at Hever Castle .
Celebrate spring by helping the Easter Bunny find their sweet treats and spell a special word as part of an Easter egg hunt around the grounds . Once you ’ ve worked out the word , head to the Information Hut to receive a chocolate treat . With a spring in your step , head to a free craft workshop and let your little ones take part in an egg decorating workshop .
1 - 16 APRIL SPRING INTO EASTER Kent Life , Maidstone www . kentlife . org . uk Time : 10am - 5pm Price : Adults £ 12 , Children ( aged 2-15 ) £ 12 , Family £ 44 , Members Free
Celebrate Easter and the baby boom that comes with spring . Meet the Kent Life lambs and goat kids and watch a bottle-feeding demonstration . Guests can enjoy a fun farm ride and get creative in the Paint A Pot studio . The Easter Bunny will be visiting over the Easter weekend with some yummy treats so keep your eye out . Don ’ t forget to catch a show in the Big Top tent too . It ’ s going to be a big one !
1 - 16 APRIL EASTER EGG TRAIL WITH SPECIAL GUEST Betteshanger Park , Deal www . betteshanger-park . co . uk Time : From 10am Price : Adult £ 3 , Child £ 10 Booking Advisable
Eggcited about Easter ? Head to Betteshanger Park this Easter for their legendary Easter Egg Trail ; with lots of fun for the family , follow the carrots to meet their very special guest rabbit !
1 - 16 APRIL FAMILY EASTER QUEST Leeds Castle , Maidstone www . leeds-castle . com Time : 10am - 6pm Price : £ 2.50 + Normal Admission Charge
This Easter , you are invited to join Lady Baillie ’ s dogs , Danny and Boots , her beloved Great Danes , on an egg-citing Easter Quest through the great outdoors as they hunt for their favourite treats ! As you venture through the estate you ’ ll be greeted with spring-filled Easter displays where the little ones must CRACK the clues to find their favourite treat … don ’ t forget to count the hidden golden eggs along the way . When you have finished exploring , you ’ ll be rewarded with a delicious Easter treat
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