EVENTS
TULIP CELEBRATION 2023 BABATUNDE ALÉSHÉ : BABAHOOD
17 - 23 APRIL TULIP CELEBRATION 2023 Hever Castle , Edenbridge www . hevercastle . co . uk Time : 10.30am - 5.30pm Price : Included with Admission
Feel uplifted by over 40,000 tulips proudly standing to attention and providing a visual feast of spring colour . A kaleidoscope of brightly coloured tulips will declare that spring has well and truly arrived at Hever Castle this April .
As you wander through the grounds at your own pace you will discover a variety of facts about tulips . However , you can also enjoy a free guided tour of the tulips with head gardener , Neil Miller and the gardeners . Head into the castle and you will see wonderful floral displays in selected rooms that simply enhance the beauty of the historic castle .
22 APRIL IBIZA NIGHTS Woodville Theatre , Gravesend www . woodville . co . uk Time : 7.30pm | Price : £ 26
Re-live the biggest Ibiza moments of your life like you ’ ve never seen or heard before , Ibiza Nights brings the quality of a meticulously produced show to the stage . The incredible White Island Orchestra and a team of world-class vocalists deliver a show that is non-stop quality from the first beat to the last . A spectacular stage set , with state-of-the-art video and laser show , takes these ‘ clubbers ’ right back to the greatest party on earth !
So , come dressed to impress as we celebrate the music that inspired a generation featuring classics from Sophie Ellis-Bexter , Daft Punk , Moloko , Robert Miles , Faithless , David Guetta , Ultra Nate , and many , many more !
23 APRIL PLANT FAIR Godinton House , Ashford www . godintonhouse . co . uk Time : 11am - 4.30pm | Price : £ 8
A fabulous line-up of local specialist nurseries will attend Godinton House & Gardens ’ annual Plant Fair . Visitors can choose quality plants for their garden and get expert planting advice from experts who love to share their knowledge . Whether it ’ s bee-friendly perennials , plants for shade , shrubs , trees , succulents , foliage or variegated plants or peat-free , visitors can expect to find many fine specimens to add colour and interest to their garden .
27 APRIL BABATUNDE ALÉSHÉ : BABAHOOD The Gulbenkian Arts Centre , Canterbury www . thegulbenkian . co . uk Time : 8pm | Price : £ 13.50
Join the multi award winning star of Celebrity Googlebox as he talks family and fatherhood in this highly anticipated debut tour .
Babatunde is one of the fastest rising stars in British comedy . A powerhouse performer , his stand up presents a hilariously fresh perspective , oozing charisma whilst showcasing impeccable stagecraft and comic timing . A firm TV favourite , the hugely popular award winning comedian , actor and podcaster has appeared in shows including Guessable ( Comedy Central ), House of Games ( BBC ), Sorry I Didn ’ t Know ( ITV ), The Stand Up Sketch Show ( ITV2 ), Rhod Gilbert ’ s Growing Pains ( Comedy Central ), Comedians Giving Lectures ( Dave ) as well as a cast regular in the BAFTA nominated Celebrity Gogglebox ( C4 ).
27 - 29 APRIL IN THE NIGHT GARDEN LIVE The Orchard Theatre , Dartford www . orchardtheatre . co . uk Time : 10am , 1pm , 4pm | Price : £ 21 - £ 24
Igglepiggle , Upsy Daisy , Makka Pakka and friends are back in their fun-filled live show Igglepiggle ’ s Busy Day ! Join Igglepiggle as he looks for his friends in the Night Garden by following their funny sounds until he finds them all !
You ’ ll see all your favourite characters beautifully brought to life with full-size costumes , magical puppets and enchanting music . This show lasts just under an hour and your little ones will be amazed when they see a very special visit from the amazing flying Pinky Ponk .
Pip-pip , onk-onk !
28 APRIL MAGICAL BONES Trinity Theatre , Royal Tunbridge Wells www . trinitytheatre . net Time : 8pm | Price : Adult £ 18 , Student £ 16 , Concessions £ 16 , Children ( 16 & Under ) £ 16
Following sell out runs at the Edinburgh Festival and across the UK , the Britain ’ s Got Talent finalist takes to the road with a brand-new show full of the most awe-inspiring and high energy magic you ’ ll see this year . Direct from appearances on America ’ s Penn & Teller Fool Us , BBC1 ’ s BAFTA Awards , ITV1 ’ s This Morning and Sky ’ s Around The World In 80 Tricks .
UNTIL 16 APRIL EASTER BUNNY HUNT 2023 Broadditch Farm , Gravesend www . broadditch . co . uk
Time : Monday to Saturday 9am - 5pm , Sunday 10am - 4pm | Price : £ 4
Why not come down to the farm and give your lungs a spring clean whilst having some fun ! Hunt amongst the spring flowers on the woodland trail to find the lost bunnies . When you have found them all it is time to claim your ‘ egg-citing ’ prize !
Purchase your trail sheets from the Farm Shop then set off to the woods behind the duck pond .
If you want to stay a while and enjoy a picnic there are picnic tables in the play area behind the duck pond . There are also lots of Easter treats and other goodies available in the farm shop !
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