ARTS + ENTERTAINMENT in the DIARY cont..
12, 13, 19 & 20 JULY GUSBOURNE SUMMER OPEN CELLAR 2025 The Nest, Gusbourne, Ashford gusbourne. com Time: 11am- 12pm, 1pm- 2pm Price: £ 40 per person
This July, esteemed vineyard Gusbourne is offering the exclusive opportunity to taste a range of hand-selected vintages from their library which holds some of their most prestigious bottles. Ticketholders will be able to visit the stylish tasting rooms to taste these rare releases and select vintages will be available to purchase on the day. Visitors can also choose to enjoy a seasonal barbecue and a glass of wine in the Nest Garden before or after their tasting.
12 JULY TO 31 AUGUST( VARIOUS DATES) THE KNIGHTS OF ROYAL ENGLAND JOUSTING TOURNAMENTS Hever Castle & Gardens, Edenbridge hevercastle. co. uk Time: 1pm- 3.30pm Price: Included with general admission
Prepare to be captivated by exhilarating displays of action, stunts, falls and fights as Hever Castle’ s thrilling jousting tournaments make their return to the historic grounds. Step back in time and watch in anticipation as the knights battle it out- both in the saddle and on foot- competing for points to be crowned this season’ s ultimate champion. Visitors can either choose to bring a blanket to watch the tournament from the field or watch in style from the medieval spectator stands(£ 2 per seat).
ACROSS THE BORDER!
17, 18 & 19 JULY WANDERWILD WAKEHURST Wakehurst, Sussex kew. org / wakehurst Time: From 5.30pm- 10pm Price: £ 25( adult), £ 12( child), under 4s free
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Following last year’ s sellout summer season, Wakehurst will once again host its summer celebration, Wanderwild, an unforgettable three-night twilight circus that brings awardwinning talent to perform amongst the beguiling botanical gardens. Performed by artists from Beyond Repair Entertainment and drawing inspiration from the natural elements of earth, water, air and fire, performances will include the likes of live jazz, contemporary dance, aerialists and cane balancing, and will also feature a dazzling grand finale that is certain to inspire and enchant.
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19 JULY- 7 SEPTEMBER SUMMER OF PLAY AT QUEBEC HOUSE Quebec House, Westerham nationaltrust. org. uk Time: 11am- 4pm Price: Included with general admission
Looking for activities to keep the kiddies occupied during the summer holidays? Quebec House has got you covered as they are opening their gardens from July to host a variety of traditional games and events throughout the picturesque grounds. Try your hand at quoits, Jenga ® and hobby horses, or mark your calendars for the special archery sessions on Wednesdays throughout August. Children’ s yoga classes in the garden on select days and times will also take place. Classes are free, however booking is essential.
20 JULY LE VENT DU NORD Colyer-Fergusson Hall, Gulbenkian Arts Centre, Canterbury folkinthebarn. co. uk Time: 7.30pm Price: £ 22, £ 11( under 25s)
The multi-award-winning quintet Le Vent du Nord, known for being a leading force in Québec’ s progressive francophone folk movement, will be taking to the stage of The Gulbenkian’ s Colyer-Fergusson Hall to showcase their beloved music that draws from both traditional sources and original compositions. Exploring new sounds and impressing with perfected vocal arrangements, the group promises a joyous evening to remember. www. insidekent. co. uk • 27