ARTS + ENTERTAINMENT in the DIARY cont..
14 SEPTEMBER BRIDGERTON HIGH TEA Hempstead House, Sittingbourne hempsteadhouse. co. uk Time: From 2.30pm Price: From £ 35( adult), £ 25( child)
17 SEPTEMBER- 22 NOVEMBER CLARKSTON Trafalgar Theatre, London clarkstonplay. co. uk Time: Various Price: From £ 25
ACROSS THE BORDER!
Dearest gentle reader, don’ t miss a Bridgerton High Tea in the pretty gardens of Hempstead House Hotel- the perfect afternoon of indulgence for avid fans of the iconic Netflix series. Taking place on the lawns of the hotel, guests will delight in a delicious afternoon tea while listening to the incredible live string quartet Weddington Strings, who will perform the popular classical soundtrack from the series. Diners can choose from a traditional afternoon tea or a sparkling variety including a glass of Chapel Down sparkling wine.
Emmy Award-nominated Heartstopper actor Joe Locke will make his West End debut opposite Ruaridh Mollica in Clarkston, a modern story of friendship, acceptance, love and the hope of new discoveries by acclaimed writer Samuel D. Hunter. On a journey west to rediscover himself, Jake unexpectedly meets Chris – a kindred soul hiding in a night shift at a Costco in a rural American town. As their bond deepens, so does their sense of adventure. Maybe they could finally give life new meaning by chasing something more – like the intrepid explorers Lewis and Clark before them.
18 SEPTEMBER MAN IN THE MIRROR- A TRIBUTE TO MICHAEL JACKSON Leas Cliff Hall, Folkestone atgtickets. com / venues / leas-cliff-hall Time: 7.30pm Price: From £ 26.25
For one night only at Folkestone’ s Leas Cliff Hall, audiences will gather to celebrate the legendary music of Michael Jackson. An electrifying tribute concert starring CJ, one of the world’ s greatest Michael Jackson tribute artists and supported by a talented cast of performers and musicians who expertly capture the essence of Michael’ s unique style and charisma, the production will feature a selection of greatest hits including‘ Thriller’,‘ Billie Jean’,‘ Smooth Criminal’ and, of course,‘ Man in the Mirror’, alongside dazzling choreography, stunning visual effects and authentic costumes.
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18 SEPTEMBER- 21 SEPTEMBER AUTUMN CRAFT FAIR 2025 Hever Castle & Gardens, Edenbridge hevercastle. co. uk Time: 9.30am- 5.30pm Price: Included with general admission
Organised by Craft In Focus, who champion hand-selecting designers for their individuality and innovation in contemporary design for a spectacular host of British talent, this popular autumn fair is set to feature over 150 of the UK’ s finest professional craft makers and artists with textiles, paintings, furniture, metal, leather, ceramics, jewellery, glass, fashion and more to delight in. Alongside a tasty food village and live music, children will be able to enjoy the fabulous adventure playground and the iconic castle mazes across the four days.
19 SEPTEMBER NATIONAL GARDEN SCHEME OPEN DAY Godinton House & Gardens, Ashford godintonhouse. co. uk Time: 12.30pm- 5.30pm Price: £ 10.50( adult), £ 2.50( child) under 11s free
Like many gardens up and down the country, the wonderful Godinton House, nestled in the stretching countryside of Ashford, will be opening up its 12 acres of tranquil gardens as part of The National Garden Scheme. All money raised from admissions will be donated to the scheme, which in turn supports nursing and health charities nationwide. As well as opening beautiful gardens to visitors, The National Garden Scheme also supports both the mental and physical health benefits of gardens and donates to numerous incredible charities for community gardening projects.
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