EVENTS
1 , 2 & 3 SEPTEMBER THE BEAST & BOUNCEZILLA Betteshanger Country Park , Deal www . betteshanger-park . co . uk Time : Various | Price : from £ 12
The legendary inflatable obstacle course returns to Betteshanger Park this September – and NEW for 2023 will include a Kids Bouncezilla !
Run and bounce your way around the many obstacles including inflatable walls , balls and rings . Bounce for fun , sign up as a team and help each other through or , if you can ' t tame your competitive side , power on through and see if you can beat the course record . Bouncezilla sessions last 30 minutes and your ticket enables your child to run the course as many times as they can within your allocated bounce slot .
1 - 30 SEPTEMBER FESTIVAL OF CRAFT & DESIGN Leeds Castle , Maidstone www . leeds-castle . com Time : 10am - 6pm ( last entry 4.30pm ) | Price : Included with admission
Showcasing the best of Leeds Castle ’ s interiors , architecture , gardens , textiles and more , the Festival of Craft & Design will offer a range of talks , tours and workshops that explore the unique history , art and design , and provide a rare opportunity to see behind the scenes of this historic landmark .
Visitors can take part in a variety of activities and experiences that celebrate the beauty and glamour of the castle and its surroundings . Highlights include the sublime Sculpture Trail , which this year is themed around animals and their habitats , and a new floral experience within the castle , which will allow visitors to explore the art of flower arranging and witness a magnificent never-seen-before surprise hosted in the castle ’ s Tudor Courtyard .
2 SEPTEMBER THE PROCLAIMERS Assembly Hall Theatre , Tunbridge Wells www . assemblyhalltheatre . co . uk Time : 7:30pm-10pm Price : From £ 37.13 , Discounts for Groups 8 +
The Proclaimers 14-month world tour makes a stop in Kent to celebrate their latest album , Dentures Out . The twin brothers , Craig and Charlie Reid have seen 35 years of success around the globe and have appealed to a range of generations over the years . Their songs capture a huge range of emotions , one in particular , a declaration of being in love , has become a global anthem . Wherever you are , walk ‘ 500 miles ’ to see these wonder brothers perform all of your favourite Proclaimers hits !
2 - 3 SEPTEMBER FAVERSHAM HOP FESTIVAL Faversham www . favershamhopfestival . org Time : Various Price : Entry free , rides / activities payable on the day
Faversham ’ s renowned Hop Festival returns ! Featuring over 70 bands and performers and over 70 hours of live music across four stages , dedicated busker areas and venues like the Festival Village , don ’ t miss this weekend of parades , entertainment , Morris dancing , fairground rides , magic shows and more as the market town celebrates its hop history .
2 - 3 SEPTEMBER SOUTHERN MODEL AIR SHOW Headcorn Aerodrome , Headcorn www . headcornevents . co . uk Time : 9:30am - 8:30pm Price : Day Passes - Adults £ 12 , Child ( 5-15 ) £ 6 , Seniors £ 10 , Family ( 2 Ad & 2 Ch ) £ 29 , Weekend Passes Available
The airfield at Headcorn Aerodrome will be thriving with parachuting , hot air balloons , helicopters and the Lashenden Air Warfare Museum . The Southern Model Show , also in collaboration with the Maidstone Model Flying Club , will display a number of wonderful model aircrafts , jets , ships , tanks , trucks and many more . Everyone is welcomed to get hands-on with the crafts whether they ’ re in the air , on the ground or in the water . With an array of activities , day and night shows , and a bring-andbuy stand , anyone with an interest in vehicles can not miss this amazing weekend experience !
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