ARTS + ENTERTAINMENT intheDIARY
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1 JUNE FISH AND CHIP SUPPER WITH ROMNEY , HYTHE AND DYMCHURCH RAILWAY New Romney Station , New Romney www . rhdr . org . uk Time : 6.30pm - 9pm Price : £ 42
Begin your evening at New Romney Station before climbing aboard an authentic steam train to travel to The End of the Line Restaurant at Dungeness , which looks across the National Nature Reserve . Here , you ’ ll tuck in to a freshly cooked fish and chip supper and savour a warm cup of tea or coffee before your return journey . Soak up breathtaking scenic views of the Kentish countryside during this train journey with a difference .
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1 JUNE - 20 OCTOBER CHANGED PRIORITIES AHEAD Scotney Castle , Lamberhurst www . nationaltrust . org . uk / visit / kent / scotney-castle Time : 10am - 5pm Price : Included with general admission
This summer , visit a new art exhibition at the picturesque location of Scotney Castle celebrating the forgotten wildflowers of Kent ’ s roadsides . Featuring bespoke pieces created especially for Scotney and painted onto road traffic signs by local artist Nessie Ramm , Changed Priorities Ahead will showcase eye-catching murals of native wildflowers found in the area such as toadflax and ox-eye daisies . This event is free for National Trust members .
15 - 16 JUNE MEDWAY GAMING FESTIVAL The Historic Dockyard , Chatham www . thedockyard . co . uk Time : 10am - 5pm Price : From £ 15
Immerse yourself in the latest technology advances , innovative gaming platforms and exciting new releases at this unique festival . From tense tournaments and retro rewinds to fast-paced tabletop sessions and transporting simulations , look to test out your skills and battle it out against opponents with plenty of activities suitable for gamers both old and new . Non-virtual games , such as axe throwing and gel blasting , will also be available alongside a range of food and drink stalls . This event is separately ticketed from general admission .
15 - 16 JUNE FATHER ’ S DAY WEEKEND : CARS AT THE CASTLE Hever Castle , nr Edenbridge www . hevercastle . co . uk Time : 10.30am - 6pm Price : Included with general admission
Treat dad to a great family day out at Hever Castle this Father ’ s Day . Celebrating in style , the grounds will welcome a collection of vintage and luxury cars from Alfa Romeo and Porsche to Rolls Royce and Bentley . Meet David Johnson from Formula Art and pick up signed memorabilia from the Signature Store - a traditional ride with genuine Austin J40 Pedal cars will also pitch up on the castle forecourt ! Some cars won ’ t be on display all day so arrive early to avoid disappointment !
25 - 30 JUNE C H I T T Y C H I T T Y B A N G B A N G Churchill Theatre , Bromley www . trafalgartickets . com / churchilltheatre-bromley Time : 2pm , 7pm , 7.30pm Price : From £ 25
Based on Ian Fleming ’ s timeless story and later made into the famous 1968 film , Chitty Chitty Bang Bang follows inventor Caractacus Potts , who restores a broken down race car with the help of his children , Jemima and Jeremy . However , it seems the car has a mind of its own and with its magical powers whisks the family away on an adventure . Featuring well-known songs such as Truly Scrumptious and Toot Sweets , this new production will be directed by Thom Southerland and choreographed by Karen Bruce .
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